We are a team.  The journey of a school year does not reside solely with students, nor does it reside solely with teachers.  Not even the two of those combined make the journey.  Families need to be involved.  It is much more engaging to play board games with other people.  It is much more engaging to talk to someone who has differing views to create a conversation.  Families, students, and teachers need to work together to journey through the school year.  

Frodo: Student

Gandalf: Teacher

The rest of the Fellowship: Families