The season is finally changing here in northwest Arkansas. We are feeling some rainy cooler air, and the leaves are falling. It is hard to believe, school has entered the final weeks of the second quarter and Thanksgiving is just a week away. This time of year seems to bring about some reflection as the leaves fall and the colors change. I reflect what a great area of the state we live in. It is nice to live in an area of the state that has four seasons and to be able to experience each one of them. This is a great time of year to take a drive across the Ozarks, and enjoy the crisp fall air and blue skies and experience the beauty of our region. Fall in northwest Arkansas is a beautiful time to experience the fall colors, fall activities and cool Friday night playoff football games.
As we approach Thanksgiving this year, I am especially thankful for all the students, staff and families that make up the Pea Ridge community. We live in a community that has safe neighborhoods, caring and sharing people who volunteer their time to different events. I am also mindful that not everyone in our community has not experienced these wonderful blessings. Many families and students are in need of emotional support, mental health services, financial stability, and help with other life challenges. Keep them in your thoughts and prayers as we reflect and count our own blessings.
This holiday gives us the opportunity to step back from the many demands of work to help others and appreciate family and friends. Finally, as part of the Thanksgiving holiday, let us also remember and thank our veterans. We thank, honor and appreciate your service.
Thank you for your hard work, your focus on what is best for kids and the sacrifices you make each day, and behalf of the Pea Ridge School District.
Have a wonderful holiday.
Rick Neal, superintendent
Pea Ridge School District
Community on 11/22/2017