Finding gratitude and hope in February

Is it just me or does February feel like a long month, even though it’s the shortest of them all?

Maybe it’s the mounds of snow. Or the grey skies. Or that Spring days still feel just a little too far away.

In February, I like to take time to appreciate the people and places that stand out in my life. 

In assembly last week, I shared a wonderful word that I have always loved: apricity. The warmth of the sun in the winter. We were lucky enough to feel apricity this past weekend, and on our OE trips at the end of January. It’s a feeling that I love and I’m grateful for. The days are getting longer and lighter, too.

And, as February winds down this week, we have so much to look forward to – Spirit Week next week, our annual Lip Sync competition, and of course, March Break for a chance to unwind and reset before the always busy Spring Term.

I hope you can find something to appreciate and look forward to this week.