"A few days ago I walked along the edge of the lake and was treated to the crunch and rustle of leaves with each step I made. The acoustics of this season are different and all sounds, no matter how hushed, are as crisp as autumn air."
-   Eric Sloane

Thank you Mr. Sloane for a fitting description of this time of year. The leaves are falling fast from our oak trees and the children can't wait to create and demolish leaf piles! While they wait they deconstruct  hay bales and roll around  pumpkins from our annual Fall Festival. From the sound of laughing children to the smell of fresh baked apple crisp; this event is always a favorite for our  families and faculty and we all truly enjoyed ourselves.

As I looked around at the mix of current and former students with their families, I couldn't help but think how amazing children are. What the world expects and what they deliver never ceases to amaze me. From our youngest children who are acclimating to a new school and routine, to our alumni children who have been navigating their path as elementary students; these children show time and time again how strong they are. 

So as leaves continue to fall and seasons change, I will look to the children to change as well.  Come spring, we will all be older, wiser and ready for all this season of hope has to offer. Until then we prepare to welcome "Old Man Winter"!