TMI Episcopal Panthercast

Community Update: September 25, 2020

In today's Community Update, Head of School Fr. Scott Brown takes a look back at the first full week of hybrid instruction and emphasizes the importance of every member in our community following the protocols and procedures we have for being on campus. Abiding by the rules and being disciplined while we are both on and off campus will allow us to stay on campus.

 

We also value your feedback during this transition to hybrid instruction. Please take a few minutes and complete the short, open-ended survey here to let us know how your (or your child's) first week of hybrid instruction went – all students, parents, faculty and staff members are invited to complete the survey (the deadline is 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, September 30).

Community Update: September 11, 2020

In today's Community Update, Head of School Fr. Scott Brown takes you on a tour of campus, highlighting the safety procedures and protocols for coming back to campus. He shares details for coming onto campus, drop-off and pick-up locations, how the classrooms will look (including for students in remote instruction), plans for lunch, and more. We look forward to seeing you all soon. Go Panthers!

Pick-up & Drop-off Procedures

4-Week Calendar (9/14 - 10/9)

Community Update: September 4, 2020

In today's Community Update, Head of School Fr. Scott Brown gives a detailed overview of the path leading up to September 21. He also answers some of the common questions around finances, expectations for coming back to campus, and reminds parents about making the decision for remote vs in-person instruction for the first quarter. We look forward to seeing everyone soon!

Community Update: August 28, 2020

In today's Community Update, Head of School Fr. Scott Brown gives an overview of the plans for returning to campus on September 21. In addition, Athletic Director Brandon Palomo gives an update on fall athletics and outlines the plans and scenarios for football, cheerleading, cross country and volleyball. We look forward to the next few weeks as we prepare and count down to September 21. We will see you back on campus very soon. Go Panthers!

• Hybrid Instruction Schedules
• TMI Episcopal Return to Campus Document
• Remote Instruction Request Form

Community Update: August 14, 2020

In today's Community Update, Head of School Fr. Scott Brown shares a few short reminders as we prepare to start off the 2020-2021 school year next week! Listen as he shares exciting news about the Community Engagement Council's new online TMI spirit store and mask store and reminders about our back-to-school boxes, New Family Orientation, and more.  

 

We look forward to seeing you in the virtual events coming up in the next few weeks and then back on campus very, very soon. Go Panthers!

TMI Community Update: June 5, 2020

In this first community update of the summer, Fr. Scott talks about the behind-the-scenes planning that's continuing to happen to ensure a safe return to school. "We’re mapping the course. We’re preparing the way. And we’re expecting to be surprised. But no matter what comes our way, we’ll be ready," and we look forward to coming back on campus together!

Campus+Live Innovation and Design (E72)

Hear Science Department Chair Rob Friedrich and Dean of Innovation Justin Kutscherousky talk about design thinking and innovation at TMI...it's not just STEM! Head of School Fr. Scott will also be leading us on a tour of the Walker Innovation Center construction site.

Some Good News - TMI Edition, Episode 2

Inspired by John Krasinski’s "Some Good News" (SGN), we’ve decided to shine a light on SGN...TMI style! Enjoy our second episode of Some Good News - TMI Edition here or watch the full video on our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/TMIEpiscopalSchool

Some Good News - TMI Edition: Episode 1

Inspired by John Krasinski’s "Some Good News" (SGN), we’ve decided to shine a light on SGN...TMI style! Enjoy our first episode of Some Good News - TMI Edition here or watch the full video on our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/TMIEpiscopalSchool

Fr. Nate Bostian, TMI Head Chaplain – Love and Connection (E69)

In today’s episode, TMI Head Chaplain Fr. Nate Bostian reflects on what it’s been like to take Daily Chapel online, shares a recommendation for dividing the day into five segments (work, play, reflection, connection, and sleep), and offers advice for getting through challenging times during social distancing. Fr. Nate encourages the community to remember that we were made by an infinite love and although we are separated right now, we are all connected.

References for Easter Sunday services in the episode and how to reach Fr. Nate:
http://gracechurchsa.org/
http://saintgeorgechurch.org/

Fr. Nate Bostian, TMI Head Chaplain, n.bostian@tmi-sa.org
TMI Live Daily Chapel: www.tmi-sa.org/live
Past Daily Chapel recordings and Senior Chapel Talks: https://www.youtube.com/user/TMIEpiscopalSchool/

Thriving in Strange Times with Lisa Condrey (E68)

In today’s episode, TMI’s Personal and College Counselor, Lisa Condrey, shares her knowledge and expertise in reducing stress and anxiety during social distancing and remote instruction. Below are some recommended tools and resources that she shares during the interview:

Tips for managing stress and feeling overwhelmed:

• Remind ourselves of what is truly important:  Big Rocks Covey PDF
• Be as compassionate to ourselves as we are to others, recognizing that our uncertainty & anxiety affects our usual ability to accomplish things & cut ourselves some slack
• Take a breath to recenter & get going again:  what's ONE thing you can do right now?
• Remember what you love about each family member & show that love: a hug, a comment, a smile
   

Tips and ideas to separate work life and home life:

• Establish a schedule, especially if you have to share resources & spaces.
• Have work apart & work together times, especially with younger children
• Reduce/eliminate disruptions to your work apart time by establishing how kids can get in touch with you if they really need to instead of coming in & yelling your name:  text you their request/question & you answer it on the same time scale as you would if you were at work.
  
  

Ways to help younger children understand what's happening:

• Older students can talk to parents to agree on how much & what to tell younger siblings 
• Emphasize that "stay at home" is temporary, but we need to be patient in the meantime
  
  

How can our families bring Tranquil Tuesdays into their homes during social distancing:

• Practice the 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique together: COPING SKILL SPOTLIGHT: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 GROUNDING TECHNIQUE
• Do a guided meditation together.  There are tons on YouTube. Here are a couple that are kid-focused:
  • Guided Mindfulness for Beginners, Kids and Families: Love & Happiness Wishes
  • 3 Minutes Body Scan Meditation - Mindfulness For Kids And Adults
  • For older kids & adults: Mindful Meditation (Body Scan) - Integrative Health and Wellbeing

 

 

Remote Instruction Insights with Teachers Mark Philippi and Courtney Duke (E67)

Science Teacher Mark Philippi and English Teacher Courtney Duke share their insights and perspectives about remote instruction this past week. They give tips for both students and parents in navigating this new environment and share their love and how much they miss our students and community.