Honoring Kevin

My colleague Kevin passed away earlier this year. He was a beloved teacher, colleague, friend and mentor. He lived a life of faith in action. He is what we all aspire to be - funny, inspirational, authentic, impactful, and kind. Although I didn't know him as well as faculty members who had worked with him for years, I was touched by his Light, as was everyone else in our community. He came to school to teach through mid-January and passed away at in early February. He was able to do so because he was driven by love.

Today we had a "Shakesfaire" in honor of Kevin and his appreciation for Shakespeare. It was one of the most joyful learning and teaching experiences that I have ever been a part of. Teachers had booths relating their passions to Shakespeare, which left students with all the right kinds of questions that they could go on to explore further. It was also a reminder for all of us that learning is supposed to be fun, and it is a time of year when we need reminding. I hope we cover a topic in such a joyful and interdisciplinary way every year from now on. It is certainly how students learn best. I know Kevin is proud of us.