I have been trying unsuccessfully to get PowerSchool to send out this message for me. So I am resorting to our e-mail system.
As we deal with the aftermath of the unspeakable events that took place in Newtown, CT today, please take good care of each other and take good care of all the children in our District Family.
If they know of the events, talk to them about it, sharing as much information as is developmentally appropriate. Try to limit their exposure to television and news this weekend. Listen to them and reassure them that our world is a good place to be, with some people who do bad things.
The Vermont Department of Mental Health has a link to help adults talk with children about events like this: http://mentalhealth.vermont.
If you find that your child is overly upset, know that guidance counselors will be available to students next week when they return to school.
Hug your children a little tighter tonight.
Gratefully,
B. Ricca
