Happy Holidays

Happy holidays everyone! It doesn’t seem possible that we’re already at the end of the first semester. For our elementary and middle school families, I hope it has been a productive and enjoyable first term. For our high school families, best of luck as you complete your final exams and prepare for second semester.

The holidays are a special time in the Rikli home. My wife Amy loves to decorate our home with holiday trimmings, and the Christmas tree is usually up by the time the Thanksgiving leftovers are eaten. We have two very naughty elves, Holly and Jolly, who create mischief and mayhem every night, much to the delight of our youngest son Sam. Holiday music is a staple, of course, and we love reading “The Night Before Christmas” to our kids before waking up on Christmas morning and unwrapping gifts. It truly is the most wonderful time of the year.

Across the District, our students and families are creating their own holiday traditions and growing the #BeKind initiative in the process. This year we have demonstrated a commitment to #BeKind through a variety of projects and initiatives. As we entered the holiday season the acts of kindness flourished throughout PLCS.  Over 90 families were supported with holiday gifts. Over $11,000 was raised for charities. Over 1,000 toys were donated.  Over 7,500 diapers were donated and over 8,500 food items and supplies were given to those in need. It is truly amazing to be a part of this school district where students, staff and families are so very quick to open their hearts and demonstrate kindness.

We are so blessed, all of us, to live in this great country and this great community. I hope all of you are able to spend time with loved ones, take a break from work and school, and reflect on 2018. It was a very good year in so many ways, and the coming year promises to be even better. So, from the Rikli family to yours, here’s wishing everyone a happy, safe, and relaxing winter break and holiday season. See you in 2019!