Each week, this blog gives me the opportunity to reflect on what makes the Dryden community so special. This week, I realize how Teamwork, Inclusivity, and Empathy "TIE"s us all together.
We were delighted to have so many wonderful volunteers from Komatsu USA come into our classrooms to teach our students about economics through the Junior Achievement program.
Komatsu employees explained the importance of teamwork in their careers, and they gained a deeper appreciation of the rewards and hard work that goes into being a teacher.
Last week, we enjoyed the fruits of the Arlington Heights Council of PTA's teamwork. The PTA awarded over $10,000 in scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are also former District 25 students. It was so inspiring to learn about the wonderful accomplishments of these students and the amazing teachers who influenced their lives for the better.
A fun highlight for me this past week was hosting a playdough party! We made our own scented playdough and enjoyed using our imaginations to create all kinds of things. What made it so fun was the way these friends shared and always included one another in their play.
Learning more about what it's like to have food allergies and what we can do to help our friends with food allergies stay safe strengthens our sense of inclusivity and empathy at Dryden. It was so awesome to see so many teachers and students wearing teal on our Teal Takeover Day to show our support for those with food allergies. According to F.A.R.E., one in thirteen children in the United States have food allergies. Food allergies are life-threatening, so it's important that we all work together to help our children stay safe!
Firefighter Petersen and many Dryden friends came out to support Dryden's MDA Ambassador, Ben, for the Arlington Heights Fire Department's "Fill the Boot Fundraiser" to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association and their search for a cure. Thanks to donations of "loose change" from the Dryden community, we donated over $130 to the MDA this year.
Even though it's been cold and gray outside, we enjoyed a sunny, tropical beach dress-up day indoors this past Friday!
Older students sharing their love of reading with younger students during our Book Buddies club get-together is another way our school stays warm and bright indoors. These kids sure keep one another "TIE"d together with teamwork, inclusivity, and empathy!
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