President Thornburg's Reflection
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- President Thornburg
- Reflection
President Thornburg's Reflection
Welcome to our first President’s Update for the 2024-25 school year! We look forward to welcoming our students back this week on Tuesday, September 3, which is our first day of academic classes.
New journeys are exciting with all the new possibilities ahead of us. Besides the hope of new adventures and growth, there can be a certain level of anxiety as well. This is a natural reaction as we prepare to adjust to new routines, circumstances, and expectations.
I can remember my first day during driver’s education when we finally were allowed to do the “Behind the Wheel,” portion of the class. I couldn’t wait to have the steering wheel in my hand and my foot on the accelerator. A whole new world was opening to me.
The instructor had me sit in the driver’s seat and reviewed the basics of driving an automobile. I hardly listened as I imagined racing down the road ahead. The time came, I started the vehicle and pulled down the road. Soon, we came to an intersection.
“Turn right,” said the instructor.
I turned the wheel and pressed the accelerator. The car lurched forward and then suddenly stopped.
“Turn right,” said the instructor.
Somewhat frustrated, I pushed harder on the accelerator, the engine raced, and we didn’t move. Bewildered, I looked to my instructor.
“Right is that way,” he said, pointing in the opposite direction than I had the wheel turned.
My exuberance and excitement to drive a car caused me to lose my sense of direction. Thankfully, I had an instructor that guided me in the right direction.
As we begin this school year accompanied with excitement (and some natural anxiety), we need to remember that we have excellent faculty and staff who are always willing to provide guidance and help when needed. From finding classrooms to understanding expectations, our students are setting out with all of us ready to help.
Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6
- President's Reflection