Happy December, everyone! We are approaching the end of first semester and the end of 2019. The Rikli Christmas tree went up early, gifts are bought and wrapped, the stockings are hung by the fireplace, and the entire home is overrun with holiday decorations. My son Sam takes great delight waking up every morning to see what mischief Holly and Jolly the Christmas elves have done the previous evening.
The holiday season can also be a challenging time for many of us. School work, final exams, travel, and shopping for that perfect gift can create stressors for all of us. It is easy to lose sight of the purpose of the season. There are so many people across our community and country that are struggling. The holidays are meant to be a fun and relaxing time, but for so many people, the season can also be a reminder of lost friends and families, personal challenges, and financial need.
You may be aware that my wife Amy and I created a program called the PLCS Family Fund. The PLCS Family Fund was created specifically to help PLCS employees who may be experiencing hardship in their lives. Our School District has over 2,000 employees and every day, unforeseen tragedies impact our school family. It may be a serious medical issue, a costly auto repair, or the loss of a family member. Any PLCS employee may confidentially nominate a fellow employee for a gift from the fund. The PLCS Family Fund provides direct financial assistance to support our staff members when they need it most. Special thanks to the Papillion La Vista Schools Foundation and Papillion Sanitation who are providing financial support to the PLCS Family Fund.
Please click here to visit the District website if you would like more information about supporting our staff.
I hope everyone can spend a bit of time with family and friends reflecting on 2019. We work in a great school district in a wonderful community and live in the greatest country in the world. All of us have so much to be thankful for, and it is my hope that all of us can find a bit of peace and joy in the season. Thanks to everyone for a great first semester and have a fun and relaxing Winter Break. See you in 2020.
The holiday season can also be a challenging time for many of us. School work, final exams, travel, and shopping for that perfect gift can create stressors for all of us. It is easy to lose sight of the purpose of the season. There are so many people across our community and country that are struggling. The holidays are meant to be a fun and relaxing time, but for so many people, the season can also be a reminder of lost friends and families, personal challenges, and financial need.
You may be aware that my wife Amy and I created a program called the PLCS Family Fund. The PLCS Family Fund was created specifically to help PLCS employees who may be experiencing hardship in their lives. Our School District has over 2,000 employees and every day, unforeseen tragedies impact our school family. It may be a serious medical issue, a costly auto repair, or the loss of a family member. Any PLCS employee may confidentially nominate a fellow employee for a gift from the fund. The PLCS Family Fund provides direct financial assistance to support our staff members when they need it most. Special thanks to the Papillion La Vista Schools Foundation and Papillion Sanitation who are providing financial support to the PLCS Family Fund.
Please click here to visit the District website if you would like more information about supporting our staff.
I hope everyone can spend a bit of time with family and friends reflecting on 2019. We work in a great school district in a wonderful community and live in the greatest country in the world. All of us have so much to be thankful for, and it is my hope that all of us can find a bit of peace and joy in the season. Thanks to everyone for a great first semester and have a fun and relaxing Winter Break. See you in 2020.
