When I look back 40 years ago to when my children were at this very same preschool I am happy to note that, other than cosmetically, nothing has really changed. The same qualities that endeared my generation to La Casa are still present today, enticing a new generation (aka: ALL OF YOU!) to seek us out and to continue the legacy of La Casa.
Legacy. It evolves organically over time. It is borne out of creating something magical by doing the right thing always. By being true to what is important and real, and on behalf of others: in this case, the children and families in this community for four decades! The legacy of La Casa de Cristo Christian Preschool will be that no matter what transpired over that vast span of time, or even during a single, unprecedented school year; our indefatigable spirit and commitment has never wavered. Having its mission established forty years ago, La Casa has remained focused on bringing the word of the Lord to the children in an environment that is conducive to forming relationships with Him and others, as well as inspiring a desire for life-long learning in a way that is honest and steadfast. This school has indeed withstood and prevailed. It shall prevail, that is legacy defined.
Regardless of time or events, there will always be eager students who love to come to school and learn. There will always be dedicated, caring teachers who continue to help them learn. Most certainly, La Casa will always have the blessing of forever families that help to shape the legacy of love that began to form so many years ago! Each of us, individually and collectively, through those years are part of this legacy.
So many have come before and, with full faith, there is no doubt that many others will also find their way to this special school in the years ahead. There is simply no other place quite like La Casa; no other place where the meaning of “family” is demonstrated and lived out each day of the school year.
It continues to be one of my greatest joys to ring the school bell each morning. The school bell harkens the day to begin. As time will bear out, it also signifies the call to the children of La Casa Preschool, from then until now and long into the future, to come to learn and to be loved. And most importantly, to come and grow in God’s love together.
Family Open House later this month will give us all the perfect opportunity to enjoy a nostalgic return to a time filled with very "happy days". May they always include the memory of days spent here at La Casa!!!