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𝘼𝙫𝙞𝙫𝙖 𝘿𝙪𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙚𝙧 Profile picture
@avivaloca
Jun 12, 2020 • 3 tweets • 1 min read • Read on X
Recently, I tweeted about a child who hasn't shared anything during #distancelearning, but shared a portrait & a little writing recently. When we reached out to mom today to check in, she wrote us back right away & told us about a project that they've been doing at home.
She sent photographs, we discussed next steps, & even recorded a video message for her son with some extension possibilities. She wrote back to say that they're going to get started on the extension ideas this afternoon. Yay!!
Again, I'm reminded not to give up on kids & families. Sometimes, when we least expect things, we're surprised in wonderful ways. I love how this child & his mom connected on this project, & we can support them in where to go next. This is my little bit of happy today. 💕

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