The start of year two

Tomorrow students will be back in the classroom after approximately 5 months of not being in the building. We have been working hard and I have been doing what I can to help all of my staff prepare. There have been a lot of hours put in to get things ready and to alleviate as many concerns as possible from school families and students. I have spent a great deal of time helping teachers prepare their classrooms to create the most welcoming and safe environments possible for our students.

I’m anxious but excited. Nervous and curious. We have done so much planning, but until our processes are tested, we won’t know that it will work. I’ve had to reassure many teachers that what they have prepared is excellent and that we have all done the best we could. I’m guessing that tonight will be sleepless for many. I’m already planning on a very busy day tomorrow ensuring that there is a positive energy everywhere I go and that families see an active, positive, and well-planned school environment, despite the many restriction we have in place.

I feel that my staff believe in what we have put together. I have had many discussions with my team and I know they are being open and honest with me. I demonstrate transparency and honesty with them and they reciprocate. It feels like we are a team, not just individuals doing similar jobs, and I’m incredibly proud of this. Our school culture is one of community and positivity and this is what will help us have a strong start to the year. It’s going to be a fantastic adventure. Here we go…