Today's episode is the second of our school closure check-ins. The episode starts with a great letter of gratitude from Mr. Daley, a fourth grade teacher at Fox Hill, to his students. Then we check in with Marshall Simonds Science Teacher Jourdan Marino.  He discusses the benefits of a strict routine and how this structure is helping him get through these days.  Of course, he also shares some gratitude. 

Today's episode is the first of our school closure check-in. We had the opportunity to check in with Pine Glen Kindergarten teacher Karen Hoyt after our first full week of school closure due to the Coronavirus.  She shares some of her experiences for week one and some adjustments she will make for week two. Of course, she also shares some gratitude.  

Today's Gratitude goes out to a Burlington colleague with an amazing idea to help connect others during this time where we are all feeling isolated.

Today's Gratitude comes from a Burlington Parent and it was just the positive message we needed on this gray and rainy day in MA.  Keep the gratitude coming!

Today's gratitude goes out to Mike Smith, a motivational speaker from Nebraska for his great video posted yesterday. Check him out on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! 

Today's gratitude goes out to Tom Scott, the Executive Director of the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents, and all of the staff and board members working so hard for staff and students across the state during this difficult time.

It's easy to get anxiety about the spread of COVID-19, the closure of schools, and the dramatic change in our everyday routines. But with these changes there are also new positive opportunities for us. Instead of looking at all of the negative implications, let's change our focus and consciously look for these new opportunities. Let's also share these and spread our positive energy during these difficult times. In our first episode, we hear from an 8th grader in NH who is grateful for the added time to virtually connect with her cousins.

Today's Gratitude goes out to the Director of the Burlington Board of Health Susan Lumenello. 

Today's Gratitude goes out to a Memorial School staff member who is always there to support colleagues. 

Today's Gratitude goes out to a group of middle school teachers who spent some extra time with our National History Students to help them prepare for this weekend's competition.