I just wanted to let you know that this has been a very tough week for us all here at Clifford. And today, because many of our students knew of the 2 tragic events, I found it necessary to talk to our seventh grade classes about coping with loss and tragedy. This is not something that gets covered in news articles about standardized testing and API, but such an academic "time-out" is a genuine and necessary response when people live together in community. In the course of our discussions, I have learned that this Friday is the anniversary of another tragic event that this class has experienced, the loss of their dear classmate.
There is a lot on the minds of our kids this week, so it is a good opportunity for you to check in with them and see how they are doing. The kids know: to support each other, to be gentle with themselves in tough times, and to ask for help when they need it. To get through hard times, I always recommend making a special effort to treat yourself to special things to make it easier. This is a good week for ice cream, chocolate cake, bubble baths, and stuffed animals. Please contact me if you have any need for support.
Mrs. Minor
These soft critters made us feel better today...
7th graders: To help comfort us at the end of this difficult week, Mrs. Minor would like you to bring a stuffed animal to class Friday, September 30th. The stuffed animal needs to fit in your backpack (for transport) & locker (for safekeeping during your other classes).
