“Efforts and courage are not enough without purpose and direction.”

– President John F. Kennedy

As we prepare to give thanks with our families and friends, it’s a nice time to reflect professionally on the great and multiple reasons for which we give thanks as well!

From a letter I sent to the Deerfield Public Schools District 109 Community earlier this week:

“Dear District 109 Staff, Parents, Grandparents and Community Members, …

I give thanks that our excellent teachers work in partnership with involved parents to allow students to reach their fullest academic potential and, more importantly, to create a community of caring, respect, trustworthiness, and integrity. Together, we are creating a high-achieving and highly caring educational environment that is a model for other communities to follow.

I’m thankful for our ability to connect with our community, and that you share your thoughts and provide valuable input so willingly with us. Your feedback and ideas are critical in our continuous improvement. When we launched the District 109 mobile app earlier this year, we included an icon for the “Your Voice” survey, a quick one- or two-question survey on important topics. The first survey asked the greatest area of concern for students in District 109. Responses came in from parents, students, staff and community members. The results show that the social-emotional well being of students is at the top of the list…

Your Voice Again
We’ve just opened a new Your Voice survey, so please visit the District 109 mobile app, swipe to the second page, and click on the Your Voice icon. Then, answer our quick question to share your opinion on computer coding. We’ll share those results in the coming months, and let you know if we’re taking any action based on your input…. ‘

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We are grateful that we work in the DPS109 community, there are so many reasons why, including (but not limited to the following):

• We are thankful for a Board of Education who act as a Governance Team,

  

• We are thankful for a Leadership team who seek continuous improvement,
• We are thankful for a teaching and support staff community who love children, education, and success,
• We are thankful for the finest students in the world,
• We are thankful for a community who supports education and the future with critical review and direct communication,
• We are grateful to live in a free society where free expression is celebrated! Thank you so much for allowing us the privilege to

 

 

Engage, Inspire, Empower our students, one another, our community –

each and every day!