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Tuesday, September 24, 2024
"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." - Mahatma Gandhi
As a principal, one of the best parts of my day is observing our classrooms in action. Watching our stellar teachers engage students, and seeing our hardworking, kind, independent, and smart students learn and grow, fills me with hope. Even the learning that takes place at recess and the lunchroom—building relationships and working out conflicts—is a hopeful experience to witness. We are all called to embody Christ-like values in our actions and words, both in easy and difficult situations.
One of the blessings of Catholic schools is our engaged and active parents--that's all of you! As a Catholic school, we are committed to following all necessary training and safety protocols as required by the Seattle Archdiocese. All staff, faculty, and volunteers who work with students are required to complete training through the Safe Environment Program, Virtus. The good news is that the Virtus program has been revamped and is now more accessible. The training can be completed online at home, instead of an in-person 3-hour class, and only requires minimal follow-up once the initial training is complete. A background check is still required and can take up to 3-7 days to process.
We currently have only 20% of our families registered in Virtus. Going forward, we will only be able to continue in-class volunteer support, class parties, or filed trips with adults who have completed the entire Virtus process. Here is the link to register and begin the Virtus process: https://virtusonline.org/virtus/
Our goal is: 60% by: October 15, 2024
If you have additional questions, you may reach Mrs. Sullivan in the front office.
This is a commitment not only to our students, but to one another. Thank you for all you do.
Peace,
Mrs. Farewell
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