Thank you to all the grandparents, parents, big brothers, big sisters, aunts, uncles, and the many adults who are helping our children in a remote learning environment. It is not easy and your efforts are so very appreciated.

It is a great challenge for children to adapt quickly and learn their material remotely. It requires the ability to manage their time, organize their materials, multi-task, cooperate, communicate, problem-solve, and remain flexible and patient. This is an awful lot to ask of a youngster.

Unfortunately, all my grandparents passed away before I was born but I am always so excited to see all of these โ€œNanas and Poppasโ€ helping their grandchildren and bridging the generational gap. I applaud you and on behalf of teachers across the country. We sincerely thank all of you for being role models and stepping up to help. Kudos!

KELLY LEWIS

Hopkinton

(The writer is a teacher at Loudon Elementary School.)