Through the first month of the school year, teachers at the Perry Community School District are getting the hang of teaching students in-person and online.

During the recent School Board meeting, a teacher from each building updated the Board on how they’ve been adjusting to the new circumstances brought on by COVID-19. Each speaker expressed appreciation for the Board implementing a shorter school day, dismissing high school and middle school students at 1:45 p.m. and 2 p.m. for elementary students. High School teacher Broc Sorensen says this has been a considerable relief to him and many of his colleagues to ensure they have enough time to give online learners the required attention. 

Sorensen adds he’s thankful for how the District has responded to the pandemic, “It’s not the perfect situation, but one thing that I can certainly appreciate is the fact that we get this time. My aunt, she’s been an educator for 21 years. Her district isn’t doing this right now; she’s never been more stressed in 21 years as an educator. My little brother and sister in my hometown of Harlan, they’re in school five out of every 10 days. I’m really glad I get to see my kids every day. I think what we’re doing really compares favorably to what other districts are doing.:

Superintendent Clark Wicks tells Raccoon Valley Radio that he’s thankful for all the extra work and effort the teachers and staff have put into making this a great year. You can hear more from Wicks on Wednesday’s Perry Fareway Let’s Talk Dallas County program.