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Good Afternoon-
As we have all been settling into a new school and a new year, we have also begun the work of defining who we are as the Boardwalk Lower School community. Over the next two years, students, staff, and families will help shape our shared values and the kind of school community we want to create together.
The first step is building relationships. This began over the summer, when some families had opportunities to connect at playdates and teachers met to get to know one another. We will continue building these relationships throughout the school year, both during the school day and through school community events that bring us together.
Students have been building connections through their identity work, sharing what makes them who they are and learning about one another. They have also been developing their hopes and dreams for the year. These reflections, along with the hopes and dreams of staff and families, will help us identify our shared values and guide how we learn, work, and care for one another.
Our values will help shape our school culture. Culture lives in the hearts and minds of our students, staff, and families. It shows up in our shared beliefs and expectations, our everyday interactions, and the choices we make even when no one is looking.
Staff and students have already begun sharing their hopes and dreams, and now I would love to hear from you:
What are your hopes and dreams for your child/student this school year? What kind of community do you hope we create together?
If you have a moment, please complete this Google Form. Your ideas will help us identify the values that matter most to our community. There will also be opportunities for family feedback through district surveys, School Council, PTO check-ins, and virtual principal family check-ins.
Although I can’t believe I’m already using the phrase “next school year” when we’re only in October, I wanted to share that I plan to create a School Culture Committee next year that will include both families and staff. This committee will help carry this work forward, helping us create our motto, school logo, or maybe a mascot :)
I will keep you updated throughout this school year on this important work. Thank you for helping us shape the community we want for our children!
I hope everyone enjoys their weekend, the weather looks like it is going to cooperate for the Fall Social on Sunday! Kindly,
Allison | 
