By Samantha Nelson – Worland, Wyoming … Despite many schools across the country remaining closed and providing distance learning only, SonShine Academy was able to reopen for in-person classes on August 24 with nine students. Social distancing was in place along with mandatory guidelines to keep students and staff virus free. Head teacher, Annette Treat, and school treasurer, Debbie Curran, had created simple, fun, and effective dividers so students could still sit near one another and see each other.
Heidi Snider joined the school staff this year as a teacher’s aide to help with the health protocols that were implemented and to assist students in the classroom.
Another exciting addition was the new playground equipment that replaced the old, worn out play set provided by the Robinson family. Son, Robert, attends the school. The kids are greatly enjoying the new equipment and being able to play outdoors.
Despite feeling a bit overwhelmed when asked about how the first day of school went, Annette said, “I think the first day went very well. The kids were on their best behavior.” The students all seemed immensely happy to be back in class with one another after the long summer break.
“Truly, God has blessed SonShine Academy, its staff and students. Thank you very much for all your support and prayers,” added Samantha Nelson, School Board co-chair.
—Samantha Nelson, is Sonshine Academy Board co-chair; photos by Annette Treat
