Tiger Families,

My parents successfully raised four children into adulthood, and my mom has often reminded me that a parent's job is never done. Just last week, she shared an excerpt of an article with me that I'd like to pass along to you. It's filled with such time-tested truths that I thought it would be a shame to keep it to myself... so enjoy! (and thanks, Mom!)

Each school day begins at home long before the school bell rings…

There is the morning scramble to assemble all the stuff needed for the day: pens, pencils, notebooks, textbooks, and of course, that pesky homework! All of it goes into a backpack, and at that point, students might think they are ready for school …but they would be wrong.

What went into the backpack were certainly necessary materials, but pens and pencils alone are not enough to make something good happen at school. What every student also needs to bring is what they carry inside themselves: their attitude, their character, and the virtues they cultivate every day.

An attitude of openness and curiosity makes learning easy and even fun. A character of courage helps us face difficult subjects or assignments, and the virtue of compassion ensures our students will assist others who might need help and even gently correct others when it's needed. A virtue of integrity also ensures that all schoolwork is done honestly, on time, and with our best effort. Taken together, our attitude, character, and virtues combine to instill wisdom and confidence, the most important subjects of all.

A wise student is truly well rounded, having both their material things and their inner character ready and prepared. That student will be more confident and successful in life!

~ Mr. Lynch

For any questions, contact Ellen: ReflectionsWildwood@gmail.com

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We want to remind all Tiger families that if your student is exhibiting any of the following symptoms, please keep them home until symptom(s) are improving and they are fever-free without any fever-reducing medications for 24 hours.

· *Fatigue/muscle or body aches

· *Congestion/runny nose

· *Nausea/vomiting/diarrhea

· *Sore throat

· *Headache

· *Fever 100.4 F or higher

· *Cough

· *Difficulty breathing

· *Loss of taste or smell

It is important that all positive cases of COVID-19 are reported to the health office. If your student tests positive for COVID-19, we need to know in order to ensure we are supporting your student through their recovery. The health and safety of our student body and staff is a top priority. If you have any questions or concerns related to COVID-19, please reach out to our office.