As we enter spring, it is important that we all work together to help our children remain focused as we prepare for the close of the school year. This is the time of year when many of our students are taking important tests and thinking about summer plans. At the same time, the warmer weather can make it more difficult for students to focus and remain committed to the hard work of studying and learning all that they can learn. Positive reinforcement, words of encouragement, and thoughtful gestures can make a world of difference. A love note in your child’s lunchbox, a special time together on the weekend, or a simple hug, can make a positive difference for your son or daughter. Our children need to know that they are special and important.

Likewise, the District’s staff is also very special and I invite you to join me in reminding them that they are appreciated. The FUSD staff knows that our commitment to the students and families of Fremont requires us to do extraordinary things for the children. As we celebrate teacher, administrator and classified employee appreciation days in the coming days, please take a few minutes to thank your child’s teacher. Send a kind note to your child’s principal. Have your child draw a special picture for the bus driver or school secretary. Have your child make a card for the custodian who keeps the classroom clean. Small gestures of kindness go a long way in reminding the FUSD staff that they are appreciated.

Let me end by reminding you that this is also volunteer appreciation month and this District could not function without the dedicated support and the hours upon hours of valuable support donated by thousands of classroom and school volunteers. It takes a team to educate our children and together, we will continue to build the best school district in California!