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Heads Up: Weekly Letters from Tim
Each Friday when school is in session, Head of School Dr. Timothy Johnson sends a cover letter to families as part of the weekly e-newsletter. Read on for an archive of these letters.
Like the Super Bowl of science, this week's Great North American Eclipse united 43.8 million people in witnessing one of nature’s miraculous mysteries. We held a viewing party on Pingree’s front lawn, complete with Moon Pies, eclipse glasses, and a stellar celestial-themed playlist.
Well, so much for putting our shovels and car scrapers away for the season! As we navigate through the last traces of spring snow, it's a time filled with anticipation and reflection for us at Pingree, especially as we start the exciting journey of year-end celebrations with our Class of 2024 and conclude another heartwarming revisit day with newly admitted families.
Here we go! I hope your children and you enjoyed a rejuvenating change of pace over the last two weeks. It’s uplifting to be back at school with the promise of T3 and spring in the air! T2 grade reports will be released on Tuesday, our course recommendation process for next year is underway, and all T3 afternoon programs launched this week. We took time in morning meeting today to reconnect and recommit to community values.
Thank you to everyone who gathered with us last night for an update on the state of Pingree and to socialize with one another. We are an ever-evolving, striving place that centers relationships and pursues education with passion, courage, and imagination; you are vital partners on this journey. I am so proud of the effort and courage on display across our school as we transition to March.