Well, we have somehow made it to May! The sudden switch to online learning has been a learning stretch for us all, and I want to thank you, parents, for being in the think of it with us. Without the support and encouragement you are providing your students, none of this would be possible. One of my goals as a school counselor that is always at the forefront of my mind is forming partnerships with families. I have never felt more connected (metaphorically and virtually) to our Cape Cod community than I do now. We all have the shared vision of wanting to keep our families safe and do what is best for our children. Simultaneously, I have never felt more disconnected, for obvious reasons. I can't ask you to come in for a meeting and shake your hand after coming to an agreement on something. I can't chat with you and offer advice after hosting a parent night. We are doing the best we can to simulate these deeply personal moments, but it goes without saying that human connections can't be felt through a computer screen.
In these extremely difficult times, thank you for modeling grit, perseverance, kindness, and patience so our kids know how to carry on when giving up seems like the best option, and for giving yourselves the grace to recognize that it's ok if your household is not functioning as efficiently and smoothly as it was prior to the pandemic. You're doing the best you can right now, and that is good enough.
Whenever I am stuck in a situation I do not want to be in, I remind myself of one of my favorite quotes, "the best way out is always through". We will get through this.
A message from Nurse Wahtola:
Hello Everyone, I hope this finds you all Staying Safe and Healthy. Just want to remind you all during these unprecedented times that this too shall pass. Remember to do your part continue to physically distance yourself from others (6 feet apart). Wear a mask of any kind if you enter any stores for essential items. and wash your hands or hand sanitize once you have left the store. Even in your home with your family, you should ALWAYS wash your hands before you eat and before you touch your face, and especially after using the bathroom. I can be reached at gwahtola@capetech.us My hours are Monday -Sunday 8 am to 3:30 pm (I check my email regularly)
Gretchen Wahtola AKA Mrs. Wahtola"
