Today I wanted to share with you about an encounter I had in a restaurant last week. I stopped at this popular eatery to get a buffet-to-go and while waiting in line for service, I noticed someone waving at me from a distance. Upon approaching this lady I didn’t recognize her but she hurriedly introduced herself as the mother of one of my former students and hugged me. I then remembered that her son’s life was taken due to a violent crime recently. I expressed my sincere sympathy repeatedly. She shared that she and her family just take one day at a time. She thanked me for teaching him and his brothers stating that, “I was the only one who could get them together”. After we said our goodbyes, I reflected upon this mother’s strength in spite of her dire circumstances. I paused to say a silent prayer for her and her family. #Don’tBurnBridges #TreatPeopleRight
School News:
Varnado High School (VHS/VJHS):
*The Veterans Day Program was held on Tuesday, Nov.7th. Breakfast was served beginning at 9am with the program following at 10am. *Mr. Frank Harry, Sr. (Ret. Army) was the Guest Speaker for this Honorable Program. Mr. Harry indicated that his speech was geared towards the 11th and 12th graders looking for ways to fund their college educations. He shared that by joining the military/National Guard they could get a free college education and other benefits. He further shared that students who plan to join the military should prepare by following all school rules and instructions. Mr. Harry’s speech was filled with “Words of Wisdom” for all.
*Lauryn Smith has been named as the VHS Student of the Year. Congrats!
Wesley Ray Elem. (WRE):
*Mrs. Elaine Boston has been appointed as the Faculty Coordinator for WRE. Congratulations and continued success!
Reflections:
*Continue to love one another unconditionally. GPigott
