As a new Atrium year begins, there are the usual material making, cleaning, scheduling and organizing responsibilities that all those who work with children over the school year tackle. This year, however, there are many additional considerations being made by all educators to ensure that the children will experience a familiar, peaceful, safe environment. Here in the Midwest, many Atria will be opening this fall with modifications based on state, diocesan, and school district guidelines. Handwashing, material cleaning, social distancing, and masking will be a part of many environments this year. However, even with these considerations, the importance of providing a space in which children will be able to take time away to listen and speak with God is essential. The efforts being made by parents, CGSUSA, and numerous regional catechist groups and organizations to provide this for our children has been beautiful to see. CGSUSA is providing guidelines for reopening on their website and many conversations are being had in the area to share ideas and insights. It is good to be part of a community that places such priority on the vital religious needs and capacities of children!
Comments are closed.
|
Carolyn Kohlhaas
CGS Catechist and Formation Leader (Levels I, II, and III) Categories
All
Archives
April 2024
|