No doubt 2020 has been a difficult year.

It was only January 9th when the World Health Organization announced a few virus sweeping through Wuhan, China. It was soon dubbed COVID-19 and we are still deep in the throws of world wide spread. Add to that the deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor (among others). Oh, and let’s not forget murder hornets, record breaking California wildfires, and the death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. We could go on…

Throughout it all, we’ve been amazed by SunDevil family’s ability to look at the bright side, so we reached out to your SunDevil Summits and asked: “What good has some out of 2020 and what do we have to look forward to in 2021?”

Here are some of your responses:

“The start of a new beginning and chapter of our lives.” – Mr. Tabb Pearson’s 11th grade Summit

“We are going through a dark time in order to appreciate the light. This is a tough time for everyone, but we are growing and adapting to the challenges we have been faced with. We hope it changes us and this country for the better.” – Mrs. Melissa Schappell’s 12th grade Summit

“A chance for self reflection because of isolation and certain aspects of life taking place at home.” – Mrs. Erin Richburg’s 11th grade Summit

“When things like this happen, we can learn from our mistakes and move forwards from there so we can be more prepared in the future.” – Kirsten Trypuc’s mixed grade level Summit

“Branching off looking to the future, college is another point that keeps us afloat. The college experience, getting to meet new individuals and build new relationships. That’s what keeps us hopeful as well.” – Mrs. Melissa Schappell’s 12th grade Summit

“We’ve been able to connect with our friends on a deeper, more emotional level than before.” – Mrs. Robin Stancil’s 11th grade Summit

“We (high school students) have barely lived our lives yet, there is still so much that we can accomplish and do, don’t give up just yet.” – Mrs. Erin Richburg’s 11th grade Summit

“We’ve been able to connect with our friends on a deeper, more emotional level than before.” – Mrs. Robin Stancil’s 11th grade Summit

“One good thing about this year is that there were plenty of content and entertainment this past year as well as new entertainment for 2021! New movies, shows, music, and games such as Zelda, Among US, Batman Game!” – Mrs. Veronica Ruiz’s 9th grade Summit

“Families have been brought closer together.” – Mrs Linda Newsome’s 10th grade Summit

“It’s always good to be hopeful. That hope can change someone’s life.” – Mrs. Meg Sloan’s 9th grade Summit