Cougar Connections # 34
Week of April 6-April 9
Character Trait for April: Flexibility
Dear Families,
We understand that being at home all day during the school year is not typically a normal routine! Our kids are not used to being in their houses all day long and we know that many students may be grieving right now because they have lost a lot. It is wonderful that so many of our teachers are offering classes online which allows students to see their classmates and teachers, but it's not the same. They lost their in-person time with friends, their daily routine, and the predictability of school that gives security.
Many of us veterans in education are having to shift the way we do things because our routines have been yanked from under our feet. We thank you for your support at this time and thank you for your patience. as we as a staff are learning this new normal and taking extra time to learn, learn, learn.
What a great time to ask your kids what they are interested in and then learn about that! If your child thinks the solar system is really cool, then read about the solar system, look up YouTube videos about it, do projects about it. Immerse yourselves in learning and make it fun and engaging. If you do that, your day will fly by and you all will still be learning.
Life will go on if you are not stellar during a worldwide crisis. Maybe your best today will be to cuddle up with your kids and just be together. Maybe your best today is everyone is fed and you didn't cry in front of them. Maybe you did cry and your beautiful children showed their remarkable best by comforting you in their beautiful little strength.
Blessings and love to all of the parents and guardians who are taking on this huge challenge! You got this and we are in this together!! We miss you all at this time.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, I welcome your email.
Mrs. Goodson- Principal
Academy of Tucson Middle School
Important Dates Coming Up:
April 6 -End of the year
School will be remote learning and not take place in a brick/mortar building
April 6 -9 Q/A Zoom sessions with the Principal and kids. Please watch You Tube announcements (special guests this week!) and check emails for your invitation zoom code and day! (And a reminder: Check emails each day for messages from your teachers!)
April 10 -No School in session
Mrs. Weaver working on remote lessons
Taking a break from office work
Mrs. Creenan and Mrs. Sinnott collaborating
Academy of Tucson Middle School
Email: jgoodson@aoths.net
Website: http://www.academyoftucson.com/
Location: 7310 East 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ, USA
Phone: (520) 749-1413