And to explain why, I would like to just read a letter that the board sent to the faculty and staff recently because I think it explains best why we want to recognize everyone and why we appreciate them. It read, Dear Faculty and Staff, The Board of Education extends our deepest appreciation for all that you have done and are doing to support our students since the May 16th tornado. We are extremely grateful to each of you for remaining calm and comforting our students Your efforts helped ensure their physical and emotional safety In that spirit we hope that you are safe and receiving any assistance you may need We have heard remarkable stories about teachers roaming our neighborhoods after the tornado offering help and hugs to our students and their families Thank you We have seen the strength in our community in countless ways, including the teamwork shown by a large group of fifth graders from all three elementary schools who got together to assemble care packages for first responders and utility workers. These stories affirm what we already know, that the School District of Clayton is full of incredibly caring, dedicated, and kind-hearted people. We are definitely stronger together. We are not only members of the Board of Education, we are also parents of your students and residents of the Clayton community.