Today I mourn the loss of Jack Pinto, age 6.  Reports say he was a Giants fan.  I can only imagine the energy of this young boy.  He is buried today.  I pray for physical and emotional strength for his family.  

I pray that I can focus my efforts and energy in the best direction today, and forever, to increase security and preparedness in my school and the schools of my children.  Unfortunately, there is no ONE answer….so we must all ponder and consider and not waste our energy pointing fingers. I am dismayed that people say God is not allowed in schools.  No, I cannot teach about my Lord and Savior….but I take Him and His light with me everyday.  God is in my classroom.  I pray everyday that I am example of love and tolerance and strength to my students.  I am not afraid to speak of my faith if a student asks, and my coworkers know that I am a follower of Christ.  Today, I am going to look for ways to let my beacon shine a little brighter.