November, 2011

Dear Fall Creek Family and Community,

We are rapidly approaching the holiday season. A time to bustle about, travel to visit family and friends, enjoy celebrations, reflect on our blessings, and share in the joy the holidays can bring.  In the spirit of the season, I want to take a moment and share a few things I am thankful for here at Fall Creek Academy.

I am thankful for…

• A group of dedicated and hardworking teachers and staff members who are committed to providing the best for every student in our school. 
•  A group of individuals who work like a family. 
• A family that is firmly committed to the common goal of seeing every child we serve succeed.

I am thankful for…

• The many accomplishments our students have made. 
•  For the average of 9+ college credits our seniors have earned as a group, with more to come!  
• For the continued high ranking of our school in the community.  Without the AYP cap, Fall Creek’s performance places it in the “Exemplary Progress” category by the Indiana Department of Education. 
• For a 98% attendance rate so far this school year! Our students are growing and learning every day.

I am thankful for…

• A supportive community that provides for our school financially, emotionally, and by volunteering so we can have the tools we need to teach, the support to get the job done, and the energy to do all that needs doing for our students.

I am thankful for…

• Our parents. 
• Their loving support of their children. 
• Their support of our teachers. 
• The way they answer when called, come when asked, and ensure their children bring their best to school each day. 
• How they sing our praises, and push us to be the best we can be for the apples of their eyes.

I am thankful for…

• Our students. 
• They keep us motivated, add joy to our lives, and give us hope for the future. 
• They are energetic, eager to learn, and idealistic. 
• We learn from them as they learn from us. 
• Our students are the reason we all show up each day!  Their success and growth is the product of our efforts.  Their growth and future are the reason and the passion behind every teacher in our school.

I want to wish everyone in our Fall Creek family and community a joyous holiday season.  I hope you are blessed beyond measure, and are rejuvenated in your desire to see the best come for every Fall Creek student in the New Year!

Your principal,
Rick Hunt