Onward and Upward

June is a special time for most of our students. While almost all of our students dream of long, lazy summer days filled with swimming, traveling, watching movies or just kicking back at home, there is a large group of students who will be facing new challenges next year.

Whether they are being promoted to the high school from Pine or Finley Schools or have reached the end of their high school career at HHS or Sam Webb HS, this is an exciting time of year.

At the various end-of-the-year events I attended this year, I was impressed with the optimism and forward thinking our students display. There are those who are excited about the possibility of making a sports team next year, cheerleading, joining the Viking Band of Pride, or taking the challenges of High School head on.

At a recent band concert, Mr. Macon asked each senior what they were planning to do next year. One by one they stated which college or trade school they were going to attend. With only one exception, every student had plans to go to college. This speaks highly of the college-going culture we have been working on in our district the last several years.

At each promotion exercise I attended, there was a common theme of thanks. Thank yous to parents and teachers were endless. This is evidence that our students are connecting and appreciating the hard work that our teachers and staff are doing for our kids.

I think we had an outstanding school year, and based on the commitment and dedication each of our teachers has exhibited this year, combined with the incredible community support we have, next year looks to be even better.

Enjoy your summer, enjoy your kids. Take time to appreciate all that you have, because the gift of parenthood is special.

HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!




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