Dear Bates Families,

In light of what we are experiencing, I wanted to reach out to say hello and share a few words.

First of all, thank you for your patience, support, and understanding as difficult decisions are made for the sake of our community.  Today and over the next few days, I am meeting with the WPS administrative team to plan next steps to support our school community. Information will be shared with you as soon as it becomes available.

I have attached a resource shared by Human Relations Service (HRS) that may be helpful to you as you talk to your children.

In the meantime, please enjoy time with your family and be healthy.  

Warm regards,

Toni Jolley

Helping Children Cope with Worrisome News.pdf 


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