Gone too Soon!

Last week our school community was rocked with the loss of a student to violence. Students both past and present as well as faculty members were shaken to the core. The interesting fact was that this student was not considered popular but was admired for the qualities that he embodied.

What though the radiance which was once so bright
Be now forever taken from my sight,
Though nothing can bring back the hour
Of splendour in the grass, of glory in the flower;
We will grieve not, rather find
Strength in what remains behind.

William Wordsworth

Everyone spoke about the zest  with which he pursued his passion and admitted that he was a positive role model for them. As we grappled with the thought of not seeing his smile and quiet demeanor we celebrated his life and what he meant to those lives that he had touched.

And so as we move forward the hope is that his positive influence will not diminish but further fuel and ignite the passion of all including faculty to strive for excellence in all endeavors. He left his mark, though so young. Gone too soon!

What will be yours?

Life is short. Let us live each day as if it will be our last.

Have a Great Week!

Petreno