by tjohnston | Jan 8, 2025 | Executive Director Updates
Dear Colleagues, The days are at their shortest this month, and the dark is at its longest. And yes, it is cold outside. This is the time of year when so many cultures focus on celebrating the light, both in reality and in its deeper meaning for us. Many thanks to our...
by tjohnston | Jan 8, 2025 | Executive Director Updates
Dear Colleagues, It’s completely understandable to feel a bit weary right now of the phrase “uncertain times,” especially with next week’s election and the ongoing news cycle. In the face of all that, I hope you will not forget that we all have...
by tjohnston | Jan 8, 2025 | Executive Director Updates
Dear Colleagues, It is officially fall. And while the leaves aren’t yet turning colors in great numbers, we’re enjoying the chance to break out sweaters, soup, and hot cider! This season is both crisp and energizing, and that’s good, because a lot of...
by tjohnston | Aug 2, 2024 | Executive Director Updates
Dear Colleagues, It’s midway through the summer. It speaks to us of beaches, barbecues, and fireworks. And because we are at summer’s mid point, I’m thinking about work we’ve completed, and new projects we’re beginning work on to prepare...
by tjohnston | Jun 27, 2024 | Executive Director Updates
Dear Colleagues, I was recently reminded again about how dedicated and passionate our teaching professionals at CES are. At a celebration of high school graduation in one of our Department of Youth Services Education Initiative programs, we also had the opportunity to...
by tjohnston | May 30, 2024 | Executive Director Updates
Dear Colleagues, Memorial Day this past weekend was the “unofficial” start of summer. As we attended baseball practices and games, picnics and barbecues, we also looked forward to the upcoming graduation celebrations. You will see a few of our CES...
