It is about the connection and care I am hearing!! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU to EVERYONE INVOLVED. Such is this initiative, that the personal connection from Principal to Principal is very powerful. There is expression care, kindness and gratitude. So many wonderful stories are being shared. The money your communities have raised has been the difference for many of our schools, colleague principals, teachers, support staff, administrative staff, students and communities.

Never underestimate the power of kindness – there is no greater gift than expressing and showing care and empathy for others.

Thank you too to the schools who have been sharing their fundraising efforts through photos and videos. Keep on SHARING so I can celebrate with you and include them in upcoming What’s Hot editions.

Health and Safety provided me with the list of schools impacted – schools, staff, students, and community property. I’ve had a few emails and calls from some principals listed letting me know that their school /community wasn’t in fact impacted and we have quickly been able to reallocate donating schools to schools in need.

The humbleness and generosity of these principals has amazed me time and time again. The Principalship has so much to be proud of – connected and strong we are despite all that we are facing. Our colleagues in flood affected areas are a priority and proudly we stand with them on the long road to recovery.