Everybody Reads!

You could feel the excitement in the air in the library this morning! Mrs. Cox had laid out tables of books and the second graders were busy making wish lists. These were going to be their very own lists of books that they'd like to read "sometime" this school year. They were buzzing around those tables and squealing with delight when they found a book that they just had to read. I watched them from the doorway and could barely contain my own excitement watching these children magically drawn to the wonder of books. And if that wasn't enough, our school nurse, secretary, administrative assistant, resource teacher, aides, counselor, and building maintenance supervisor were there digging into the books right alongside the kids and making their own lists. What amazing models they were of how important it is to read! Thank you, Mrs. Cox for bringing out all those books for the kids to delight in. I applaud Mrs. Classen and Mrs. Catich for their creative approach to hooking their kids into books. What a great way to show their students that everybody reads!

Feeling Very Blessed

I have to admit I was a bit nervous when Father Randy told me right before Mass started that he was going to call me up to the front of the church for a special blessing. Anyone who knows me knows that I'm not comfortable being the center of attention. I know I will get more comfortable the more I'm in this role, but for now it's a bit unnerving knowing that everyone is watching me.

But standing there while Father Randy prayed for me was truly a moving experience. His words meant so much to me. I want to do a good job as principal and having him pray for me gives me the strength to do what God has called me to do. And if that wasn't enough, to know that all those kids (especially my daughter) had their hands outstretched over me gave me such a sense of peace. When they recited the Hail Mary, I thought I was going to cry. Oh, the power of prayer! It was truly a great beginning to what I know is going to be a wonderful adventure.

First Day

Everything was in place...the floors were shiny, the gym floor glistened, the desks were clean, and the hallways were decorated. As the teachers gathered to pray before the doors officially opened on the 2010-2011 school year, you could feel the anticipation in the air as we awaited the arrival of our students.

When they finally did arrive, it was obvious that all the hard work was worth the effort. The kids were smiling, happy, and glad to be back to school!