It is with a great deal of gratitude that I write this reflection on our last day of school, for we have certainly enjoyed a wonderfully rewarding second year of Christian formation and learning here at Saint Francis Classical. 

As educators, we tend to be fond of our subject matters, as well as an overall appreciation for the special role we can play, when we do our job right, in leading young people to our blessed Lord, who was affectionately called teacher by his disciples (i.e. students). 

Still, ever mindful of that first and deadly sin - pride - educators should take heed of Chesterton's playful quip that far too often, teachers can fall into the trap of taking themselves too seriously. Of course, we cannot take our responsibilities to care for the souls of our students too seriously, for after all, they are the reason why we do what we do. But as Plato observed long ago about his teacher Socrates, he was considered the wisest of his age because the more he contemplated and approached the Truth, the more humble and self-aware he became. 

As we close the book on our second year, and give thanks for all we have learned about God and his Creation, let us remain grateful and humble for the opportunity to worship and learn within the confines of a free and loving Christian community. What a tremendous gift. 

Have a blessed day, and blessed summer!

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