Citizenship

How calm it was this morning as I was sitting in the car waiting for the polls to open. The quiet of this political morning was in stark contrast to the rollicking conversation – a bit clamorous at times – among the students, especially, of course, those in the Upper School. With customary restraint, the faculty and staff have withheld from student ears their own views while making the most of the educational moments inherent in this election season.

This has been a wonderful time to underscore the element of our Visitation mission that charges us to promote responsible citizenship in the local and global community. Critical thinking has certainly been abundant.

While we are ever grateful that respect weaves constantly through our school fabric, at this particular point in time we are especially grateful that it does.