Well, its that time of year, when we are all shopping and getting in the Christmas season. We are busy decorating, cooking, wrapping presents, and counting down the days to time off. Have you ever wondered what goes through the minds of our students during this time. While we are busy making our lists and asking students what is on their list, do we stop to think about how that question in the mind of our students.
While most students are like us, there are some we are forgetting about. Do they have a tree to put up? Will they have presents under their tree? Will they have family to visit while on this long break? Let's not forget these students.
Let's take a look at what their Christmas break might look. Some of their families may not get along and fight during this time, since they are spending more time together. This can cause some added stress on them as we are counting down to that break. They may not have enough food to eat or that Christmas ham you are eating. Christmas presents are scare, if any at all.
So before, we start counting down in front of kids and having them fill out Santa's list of toys, let's keep these kids in mind.
As a family, make sure you give in front of your kids during this season. Let them pick out a toy for Toys for Tots, allow them to put money in the kettle for Salvation Army. Young kids need to understand that giving is important and not just receiving.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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