SIGSBEE SCOOP
April 5- April 9
respect, responsibility, resilience
After school help is cancelled this week due to FSA testing
FSA Reading (Grade 3) and FSA Writing (Grades 4-8) Monday- Friday
THE MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD
When our active duty military members made the decision to serve their country, they would have understood some of the sacrifices that were attached to that commitment. They choice was their own to make. The children of those service members did not have the same say but have been dedicated to a life of sacrifice as well. For example, these children grow accustomed to spending holidays and special events without a parent, waiting patiently for an uncertain return. They are always aware that “home” can only be where they are at the moment. They recognize that in a parent’s absence, they must manage by taking on additional responsibilities. They are resigned to sacrificing their homes, their friends, their schoolmates, their teams and their sense of belonging every time the military decides it’s time for another move. In fact, for the average military child, changing schools occurs at least nine times. The sum total of the most significant life stressors happens all at once and repeatedly for military children. Despite all of this, military children grow up to be resilient and adaptable. They are often extremely proud of their parent’s service. They learn to make friends in new places, to have an open-mind about trying new things and they create ways to make the unfamiliar, familiar. While military "brats" didn’t choose a life of service, these children are committed to the important role they play in their family and for our country. Many of them will grow up to become a part of the armed services too.
Military kids work hard to make their parents proud and form their own special bonds. They may not have grandparents and cousins nearby to cheer them on so they take that role for one another, forming a makeshift family and helping one another out. The stressors that come with living a transitory life are not easy, but military kids learn to cope from one another and become strong as a result of the circumstances.
Our school has flourished because of these brave individuals. They’ve taught us many lessons about compassion, patriotism, service and humility. Supporting them while they are with us is our most important goal. We are honored to celebrate the military dependent children at Sigsbee Charter School during the Month of April. We are thankful that your journey has landed you here at Sigsbee. Thank you for your service.
APRIL IS POETRY MONTH
STATE TESTING CALENDAR 2021
