February’s Theme: Nurturing

As part of “It’s a Springer Thing”, February’s focus is on the character trait of being nurturing.  The idea of caring for and assisting with the development of a person is a trait that can, and should,  be encouraged.  Valentine’s Day, for elementary school students, is a good opportunity for students to show their nurturing side- hence the strategic placement of emphasizing nurturing during the month of February.

While children, and adults, need nurturing from others for their own development, there are ways in which children can start on their own nurturing spirit for others.  A young child can begin to display this in the way they take care and ownership of a stuffed animal.  Older children might be given the responsibility of taking care of a plant or small pet.  Showing kindness and compassion to family members or friends also show nurturing.  Nurturing, in essence, is the result of being empathetic.

In a world that continues to speed up rather than slow down and where the stressors become more pronounced, our community’s ability to nurture each other is of paramount importance.   Our children need positive nurturing, both at home and at school.   Loving support, patient guidance and timely coaching are all things we can give to our students- and each other.

Thank you for being a wonderful community

Wade Spenader- Principal