Nearly all of us will remember 2020 as a year like no other. For many of us, it was our first year wearing a mask in public places, practicing social distancing, and carrying around copious amounts of hand sanitizer. The Northwest Area community was faced with many changes and adjustments to the status quo. For Mrs. Shani Boberick, one of our school guidance counselors, the greatest challenge of the pandemic has been connection.
âMy job is to connect with students and families and it has been difficult to do that effectively during this situation. I am always looking for ways to advocate for students, to connect students to each other, to teachers, and to services.â The pandemic has also affected her on a personal level. âPersonally, I am missing my parents and extended family. The holidays were especially difficult as we are used to gathering together to celebrate, and this year that was not possible.â