Over the last few years I have gotten a large number of emails and letters from my extended family...my kids from Cooper. Most of the correspondence I have received has gone unanswered. Please accept my apologies and forgive my lack of reply. However, if you write to me again I will most assuredly return your correspondence.The decision to leave Cooper and quit teaching for a time was heartbreaking. I had left Cooper to focus on the needs of my family and the last three years have been very difficult. However, not a week has gone by that I haven't thought of my students and my time as your teacher. I have treasured the letters I have gotten as they have confirmed my strongest beliefs, wishes and prayers for your happiness and well-being.

Believe it or not, I intend this letter to be brief and to the point. Trust that I remember you and that I believe in you. The sum of my experience as a teacher cannot be measured in terms of numbers. It's value to me is immeasureable. You have all humbled me by what you gave me. The most important thing that I can say now (or then) is simply...thank you.