Our poor kids (and some staff) seem to be dropping like flies with cold and bugs and viruses—one of my sons included! I have seen many in the office with heads down and flushed cheeks. Although it’s so hard to see our students sick, I’ve seen great responses from teachers and classmates. A student who feels ill almost always has a teacher or fellow student bringing them down and comforting them on the way. One of our Pre-K students who had an especially bad stomach ache had his best friend sitting a seat away from him for a little extra emotional support (although I’m sure he was fine missing the first part of nap time) until he was picked up. These acts of kindness and service are great models of being Christ-like for everyone. I pray that our holy day tomorrow with no school will allow our sick to get some much needed rest!