“Nothing is ever really lost to us as long as we remember it.” 

(L.M. Montgomery) 

Sharing stories and memories is an important aspect of our lives. It is a tradition in many families, cultures and communities for groups of people to sit together and share stories of the past. Having an opportunity to remember and share stories often brings a smile to our face as the memories bring about feelings of happiness and joy. Other times, memories can surface sadness and confusion as we remember the loss of a loved one or a difficult moment in our lives. Regardless, the act of remembering continues to be an essential part of how we record and document history and the past. 

This week, teachers will be taking up the work on acknowledging Remembrance Day. Sharing stories, having conversations and reading books allows us age-appropriate ways to help students to learn about the past, even though they often don’t have their own direct memories of events. Joining as a learning community to learn about and remember difficult times, also allows us to process the emotions that may accompany these events together. Remembering the past allows us to ask questions, to seek understanding and to learn. It helps us to consider how we can continue to do better in the future. 

This week, let us all consider how we will continue to remember, to learn and to move forward in a good way.  ​

Sincerely,

Lisa Patten

Acting Principal