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This has been one of the most challenging years for parents in many decades. Adults have had to navigate working remotely while simultaneously managing learning from home. Students have left campuses in spring not realizing some would not return until October. There has been worry, doubt, and fear, but also tremendous support from teachers who have worked tirelessly to make sure children have had every opportunity to succeed. 

At Emmanuel Lutheran School, our small class sizes allow us to maintain safe distancing, while our staff ensures the cleanest environment possible. We were blessed to be able to return to school this fall with some semblance of normalcy. Nevertheless, students will welcome the approaching holiday breaks. In such a strange year, it will be vital for parents to help prevent students from losing their momentum for learning during breaks.

There are few things more important to parents than their children’s education. You know education is key to their success, so much of your focus is on ensuring they have the best possible academic experience. From public and charter schools to private and homeschool-hybrid institutions, there are more options than ever for your students. For those searching for alternatives to traditional public education in Asheville, private school is a great option. 

Who would have imagined a school year so strange as 2019-2020? We are impressed with parents who simultaneously navigated remote learning and remote working while continuing to invest in the lives of their children.  We have seen parents throughout Buncombe County turn their homes into offices, classrooms, and places for worship as Emmanuel Lutheran Church moved to live streaming on digital platforms

Fortunately, as things begin to return to normal slowly, we are excited to have students return to campus for the fall semester. We have developed healthy and safe procedures for in-person learning, a flexible plan should something change, and a thorough communication strategy. 

As we mentioned in a previous article, this is a unique summer for parents and children. You are used to children being in school through May and into early June. Once they are out, the season is often filled with summer camps, sports camps, church camps, Vacation Bible School, and vacations. It often feels like it goes by in a flash. In some ways, this time has been a blessing for those families who are healthy and able to spend more time together.

Many have enjoyed the simpler schedules and sharing breakfast, lunch, and dinner together. However, we recognize that it has been four months since many places were forced to close, and with summer in full swing, some of the places you would typically let your kids blow off steam are closed, such as the pools and playgrounds.