Principal's Quest II

Patience in the Wake of Katrina and Rita

Wow! The victims of Hurricane Katrina and Rita have had to exhibit patience many, many times in the past few weeks. How difficult it must be to wait and wait for help with basic necessities such as food and shelter! Many hurricane victims have had to be very patient in locating other members of their family because the process has been slow. The adults who are trying to find jobs so they can support their families have had to show patience while waiting to hear about available jobs. Though most of us have never experienced anything of this magnitude, are there any instances when you have had to show patience?

Showing our Compassion in the Wake of Hurricane Katrina

The compassion shown by each of you toward the victims and survivors of Hurricane Katrina truly warms my heart.  From Jason bringing in his entire allowance of $62 that he has been saving, Omar's huge bag of coins, Joseph's letter to the citizens of Louisiana and Mississippi, and all the teddy bears donated from JHH students for the children of Hurricane Katrina, it is obvious that J.H. House is sending out our love, hope, and compassion.

The compassion expressed by each of you will help those millions of people who are rebuilding their lives persevere!  Thank you students for being so generous and supportive.

Please share with me how others you know have helped the survivors of Katrina. 

Hurricane Katrina Aftermath

Perseverance: the act of keeping on trying and not giving up, even if you are faced with obstacles or difficulties. 

The citizens in Louisiana and Mississippi must show a great amount of perseverance in order to overcome the disaster brought by Hurricane Katrina.  Although tens of thousands of people have lost their homes, their businesses and jobs, and even family members, they cannot give up!  Life as they know it has been completely disrupted. It may take years to rebuild their communities, but with the rest of the world supporting them and sending them necessary supplies such as food, water, clothing, etc., they will persevere!

What are some other examples of perseverance that you have seen on the news?