In the past few months, your child has been hearing repeated messages that COVID-19 is out to “get them” and they need to hide. They’ve been told that danger is around every corner. Every normal activity has been postponed, including seeing loved ones and sharing a hug. They hear adults worry about jobs, money, and going back to school. They … Read More
Let Them Be Bored!
It’s the cry that sends shivers down the spines of adults everywhere, “I’m bored!” This home-based learning system is like a snow day that never ends. It may be nice weather outside, but your children can’t go to the park, can’t see their friends, can’t go to school, and can’t do their typical sporting activities. It’s so tempting to allow … Read More
Small Blessings All Around
Dear SLS Students, We’ve made it another week on our home-based learning adventure! Can you believe that it’s been a month since we’ve seen one another? Our last day of in-person school was on Friday, March 13th. Look how much has happened in one month. It seems like a long time, and that a lot has happened. That actually gives … Read More
Should We Go Back to Normal?
We’re a little over a month into the COVID-19 lock-down situation, and it’s sounding like the Springfield area may be able to resume some normal functions with restrictions. We are certainly praying for our leaders as they make these important decisions, and are anxious to resume “normal life” as soon as it is safe to do so. But should we … Read More