To the Editor:

This has been an extremely difficult year for everyone in town, especially our children.  It's hard to put into words my appreciation for the staff at our schools.  You performed your jobs under the most stressful conditions while providing daily comfort and reassurance to your students.

Thank you for helping us navigate through an unprecedented situation, with unbelievable dedication, courage, and love for our children.

Lyn Marcum

43 Brushy Hill Road, Newtown        June 19, 2013