Day Eleven. This week we are finally able to provide some distance learning opportunities for kids. Here is an introductory statement I am sharing with my kids as we head back to work.

Morning, all. Here is your first assignment. Please read all directions carefully, but more importantly ask for clarification on anything that doesn’t make sense–anything. I am here to help. The assignment should take no longer than an hour. So, please don’t spend more than that. Once you have turned it in, I will respond with feedback. I am sorry that we have to do this in this manner, but I am grateful that we have a way to work, to learn together again. I miss you all. Please–please–ask for help. I miss that part of us. It’s like it’s a need for me. Let me help. ~sy

I am not sure what this will all look like now that we are “rolling it out.” I imagine we–the adults–will learn and adjust as we move forward with the academic side of things. As for the social-emotional side of things, I have had connection opportunities in place since day one–which was, has been, and will still be my priority as we wade through this. Connections are the primary constant. All the other stuff is secondary. That hasn’t changed. We are connected.

My kids know this. I know this. We know this. We know.

Do. Reflect. Do Better.