Foxborough Regional Charter School to Remember Boston Marathon Victims Monday

Foxborough Regional Charter School Executive Director Dr. Mark Logan issued a letter to parents addressing Monday’s attacks on the Boston Marathon and how the school will handle the news when students return to class on April 22.

Below is Dr. Logan’s message, in its entirety, to FRCS families:

Dear Families,

The traumatic events that occurred at this year's Boston Marathon have not only resulted in a range of high emotions, including shock, sadness, and anger, but have also provided an opportunity for us to show our strength, spirit, compassion, and resiliency. The outpouring of support from all over the world has demonstrated that love and kindness are clearly evident throughout our society, and our commitment to supporting one another will help us mourn and grow stronger.

When we return to school on Monday, we will conduct a moment of silence just prior to the Pledge of Allegiance during homeroom. As I certainly appreciate the age and developmental range of our student body, I will keep the remarks very brief and general to "the events that occurred at the Boston Marathon." 

As you know, we are well equipped here at FRCS with outstanding professionals who can support others during traumatic events. Should you or your children have concerns and would like someone at school to support your needs during this time, especially if someone you know was impacted by this tragedy, please contact me directly. I will help coordinate any support your family may need.

I know many in our own school are looking for ways to support the victims. I have been asked by many, "What can I do?" The young boy who lost his life, and his sister and mother who were seriously injured, were members of the Neighborhood House Charter School community in Dorchester. I have expressed our condolences to Kevin Andrews, the Executive Director at Neighborhood House, as well as reached out to other educators to coordinate a statewide effort to support the family. Once we have identified a plan to support whatever needs they may have, I will communicate that to you.

Lastly, each year during our school-wide Sept. 11th remembrance ceremony, I read a poem, which reflects an important message I like our school community to consider. The original title is "Tomorrow", but I have taken the liberty to change the title and replace the references within the poem to "Today." 

(Today) Tomorrow by Michael Mack

Today smile at someone
Whom you've never seen before.
Take time to think of others whom
You feel compassion for.

Today tell somebody
How they brighten up your day.
Let random acts of kindness
Put your feelings on display.

Today hug your children
Somewhat tighter than before.
Be sure to think of all the things
You can be thankful for.

So, Today pat your dog a little longer.
Kiss your husband or your wife.
Thank the one who gives you faith                     

For granting you another day of life. 

Sincerely,

Dr. Logan

Executive Director

Foxborough Regional Charter School