It's now the turn of our colleagues in Wales and England to return to schools/settings. The beginning of the new academic year in 2020 is like no other experienced in our lifetime. There will be so many differing emotions and new situations to deal with on a daily basis. However, we know our colleagues. We know how quickly everyone responded in March 2020, despite the stress. We know that teams of staff united to support each other and their learners and families. That will continue. We are sure. And, we are also sure that those learners who have been physically away from their school/setting will be desperate to see everyone again...and, however they display it, they will need that connection with their teachers/educators and their peers. Relationships have never been more important. Taking time to build community is essential...and maintaining it just as important. 

Take care everyone. Support each other. Be kind to yourselves. We look forward to seeing everyone again as the year progresses - either online or 'in person'. 
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