77 – Grandparents Day in Christian Schools

In this episode, Matt George and Mark Zockoll discuss the significance of Grandparents Day, sharing personal memories and the impact grandparents have on education. They explore the challenges and changes brought about by COVID-19, emphasizing the importance of creating meaningful experiences for grandparents while ensuring safety and logistics are well managed. The conversation highlights the need to honor grandparents for their contributions and involvement in their grandchildren’s lives. And lelt’s not forget our Christian Administrator Spotlight, Mr. Sherwood Edwards of Mt. Carmel Christian School!

Takeaways:

  • National Grandparents Day is celebrated the Sunday after Labor Day.
  • Personal memories of grandparents can shape our appreciation for them.
  • Grandparents play a crucial role in the education of their grandchildren.
  • Post-COVID, schools need to rethink how they celebrate Grandparents Day.
  • Creating meaningful experiences for grandparents is essential.
  • Safety and logistics are critical considerations for Grandparents Day events.
  • Honoring grandparents for their contributions is important in school settings.
  • Grandparents often provide support through donations and involvement in school activities.
  • Schools should communicate clearly with staff about Grandparents Day procedures.
  • Encouraging community members to adopt families can enhance the experience for students without grandparents.
  • Lines:
  • “Grandparents Day was always a big day for me.”
  • “We want to show them how much they are loved.”

Chapters

00:00 Celebrating Grandparents Day

04:20 The Importance of Grandparents in Education

10:22 Navigating Changes Post-COVID

18:21 Creating Meaningful Experiences for Grandparents

24:42 Safety and Logistics on Grandparents Day

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