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| willowtreecreek |
Posted - Feb 19 2007 : 1:54:03 PM
I just received a call that one of my 8th graders was killed in a car accident about an hour ago. I do not know much of the details right now but please pray for his family and for the students in my school. We are about 500 k-12 so it will have an effect on the entire student body.
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| Beemoosie |
Posted - Feb 21 2007 : 06:05:47 AM
Brought tears to my eyes girl! You are an awesome woman to let them go through what they needed to in your class. It's something they will treasure forever. Teaching children how to grieve is a powerful lesson. It's something they will carry with them forever, and be able to pass on to others. It's not a fun thing, but it is healthy and a life skill that is amazing we have the freedom of being open.
(((HUGS))) to you, I know you must be exhausted. Make sure you do something special for yourself when you get home.
My soul magnifies the Lord, And my spirit rejoices in God my Savior. Luke 1:46,47
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| willowtreecreek |
Posted - Feb 21 2007 : 05:35:49 AM
Oh I cried in front of them too!
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| FarmGirl~K |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 9:37:21 PM
Julie...so sorry to hear about the loss of one of your students. I know it must have been hard to find the right words, but it sounds like you did just the right thing by letting the kids talk and get their feelings out. The board is a nice idea too. Nice to see them all coming together like that...all differences put aside. I don't know how you held it together until they left, I had a hard time just reading your post. We're here for you when you need us. My prayers are with you. |
| Past Blessings |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 4:19:21 PM
So sorry to hear that. You, the family and the school will be in my prayers. I think just being there for the kids to talk to is your role, not necessarily having the right things to say. In times like this, there is great power in a hug.
Brenda
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| shelle |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 3:11:11 PM
(((Julie)))
I am so sorry about the loss of one of your students. Sounds like you are a wonderful caring teacher and handled this situation very well today. My prayers are with Daniel's family and everyone at your school and community.
God Bless!!!
Shelle
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| MullersLaneFarm |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 2:30:47 PM
Julie,
I just saw the news and want to add my prayers. How are you and the students doing today???
Cyndi
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| lamarguerite farm |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 1:58:58 PM
Oh, my gosh!! I'm so sorry and I'll be praying for the famil and the other students!!
Blessings,
Missy
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| simpler1773 |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 12:34:13 PM
It sounds like you handled it very well (((hugs))) Continuing prayers.
~Ricki~
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| willowtreecreek |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 12:25:41 PM
Ladies thank you so much for your thoughts and prayers. I felt your loving presence as my 8th graders came to class last period. It was emotional but good for all of us. I know they have grieved in other classes as well but we seem to have a special bond here in the art room. I cried and told them it was okay to cry and that today we would have a special day to remember daniel and that we wouldn't be doing what I had originally planned to do. we spent a few minutes remembering him and laughing and crying and then one of the "big tough boys" in the class suggested we have a group hug so we did. Everyone was silent for a moment and it was very peaceful. I cleared off an area of the room and we made a rememberance board for daniel. Some of them wrote poems some drew pictures and some just signed their names. Many asked about what funerals were like and I tried my best to explain to them what it would be like. It was VERY emotional and I sobbed like a baby after they left. When they left I happened to glance out the window and see all of them linked arm in arm walking across the parking lot. It was very touching and something I will always hold in my heart. Thank you for your prayers. Please continue to pray for the family, especially his sister who is just 1 year older.
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| summerbreeze |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 11:20:59 AM
So sorry to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Laura
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| junebug |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 11:15:23 AM
Julie, so sorry to hear of this sad news, prayers heading your way. Stay strong.
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| willowtreecreek |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 11:06:02 AM
I will have my eighth graders in about 10 minutes. I think all will go well but keep thinking about me.
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| BarefootGoatGirl |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 10:42:51 AM
I am praying for you and all those involved.
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| lamamama |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 09:10:52 AM
Dearest Julie, I am so sorry to hear of this terrible, terrible tragedy. My prayers are heavenword for all........
May the Lord bless you & keep you, & give you strength during this difficult time. I'm sure you will be a great support to the family, & to your students.
Take heart......
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| Libbie |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 08:19:12 AM
Oh, Julie - I am so sorry. I'm thinking about you and yours, and the whole school - and the family of the young one today. I hope it is going as well as possible. Just remember - it's okay to be sad, and it's okay to show that to kids so they know it's okay, too. ((((HUGS!)))
XOXO, Libbie
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| Phils Ann |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 08:14:07 AM
Julie, you have my deepest sympathy... I've lost three past students (one a suicide) and just bawled every time. It feels like you ought to "be strong", but I'm not so sure showing grief isn't also good. I am sure, however, your love for him and for the rest of the children is very, very good for them to feel.
XO,
Ann
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| Hideaway Farmgirl |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 06:57:33 AM
Julie, sending another farmgirl hug your way. You know that we are thinking of you, and praying for the family and friends of that young person.
I hope that today goes well for you, as well as possible, I mean. It's so very unnatural to lose a young person;, hopefully, your school can grieve the loss, cherish and share the memories, and find a way to honor the life of this young person.
Jo
"There are no strangers here, only friends you've yet to meet." |
| country lawyer |
Posted - Feb 20 2007 : 06:49:47 AM
Julie, I am so sorry. You'll know exactly what you need to do to help the kids. Teachers always know. Prayers for you and your school. It's so hard. Please let us know how you are doing when you can.
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| abbasgurl |
Posted - Feb 19 2007 : 9:55:49 PM
Julie, What sad news. I will pray for your student's family and loved ones, and also for you, especially tomorrow.
Rhonda
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| simpler1773 |
Posted - Feb 19 2007 : 5:59:33 PM
I have tears in my eyes and a lump in my throat ~ my daughter is in 8th grade and our school is about the same size...I can not imagine the impact ((((hugs))))
~Ricki~
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| sewgirlie |
Posted - Feb 19 2007 : 4:21:30 PM
P.S. It's ok if you are sad in front of the kids tomorrow. Everyone will be so sad that it will be fine if you show it too. We have teachers who have cried in front of kids and it is never a bad thing.
XXOO Sheryl-lyn |
| katie-ell |
Posted - Feb 19 2007 : 4:20:34 PM
Julie - This news is just so sad. I pray you will find the strength tomorrow to be an anchor for your students. I hope there are grief counselors available for the students -- or that your school counselor or psychologist will be able to offer some guidance to the staff in helping the students deal with the loss. I think it's good for the students to grieve together and to see you grieve as well. There is no 'correct' way to grieve. It's a hurt that must be felt and felt deeply in order to come through to the other side.
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| westernhorse51 |
Posted - Feb 19 2007 : 4:20:07 PM
oh julie, how horrible. I am so sorry. you are all in our prayers.
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| sewgirlie |
Posted - Feb 19 2007 : 4:19:59 PM
Hi Julie:
I teach 8th graders as well and it is always tragic when a young life is ended too soon. You are in my prayers and heart tonight.
Love,Sheryl-lyn |
| willowtreecreek |
Posted - Feb 19 2007 : 4:02:00 PM
Thank you everyone for your kind words. I am so nervose about what tomorrow will be like. I am not one to handle loss very well and I am afraid I will just be a basket case tomorrow.
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