By DR. DEREK ARROWOOD
Hamilton Heights Superintendent
With the Thanksgiving Holiday break upon us, I want to let you know how incredibly thankful I am for your support and cooperation during what has been one of the most challenging school years faced by Hamilton Heights School Corporation.
In this season of gratitude, I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank all the people who work and volunteer to make Hamilton Heights an empowering place for our over 2,200 students. Every day, teachers, support staff, volunteers and administrators are prepared to provide impactful and meaningful learning experiences for our students.
I am thankful for all of our staff members who inspire our students, ensure they are well prepared for their futures, and have an undaunted commitment to keeping them happy, healthy, and safe; for our coaches who spend tireless hours teaching our young student-athletes not only a sport, but also what it means to be a good team member, have fun, and represent our school and community in a positive way; and for our students who generously give of themselves by doing their part to help make life a little better for their classmates, friends, and neighbors.
I am also thankful for a community that is supportive, and generously contributes their time, talents, and treasure to provide the best for our students. I know I am surrounded by blessings as a member of the Hamilton Heights family and this community, and am beyond thankful for the many, many examples of good things happening in and around our district, too numerous to list. The point is our school system is full of wonderful, committed people and innovative programs that provide students with unlimited opportunities for success beyond our hallways that even a global health crisis cannot overshadow.
I hope you enjoy the remainder of this holiday by taking some time to unplug and care for yourself and your family. Thank you for doing your part to be mindful and safe in the season we are in. The decisions we make after school, on weekends, and during break impact our ability to keep our doors open and our students learning in school.
We look forward to seeing our students and staff back on campus after this break on Monday, Nov. 30.
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