Message from the Office of Teaching & Learning
Dear Teachers and Instructional Staff,
Charles Dickens, in A Tale of Two Cities, vividly portrays a society in troubled times. He eloquently captures the desperation and hardship faced by many, while also highlighting the underlying hope and perseverance that sustain the human spirit. Today, we find ourselves in the presence of societal discord, navigating the complex challenge of supporting both our students and our own social-emotional wellness.
Amid these pressures, it is essential that we remain committed to ensuring a stable and secure future through a well-educated populace. The lessons we have learned from great leaders, regardless of political views, remind us that true freedom can only be achieved through a thorough and equitable education.
As we celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this month, let us reflect on the profound importance he placed on securing quality education for all students, while also empowering kindness in our words and actions. Dr. King once said, “The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character, that is the goal of true education.” He also reminded us that “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’”
Let us carry forward this spirit of dedication, compassion, and hope in our work every day.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our students and to each other.
With gratitude,
Sylvia Esteves
Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning
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