Seven Virginia churches are strengthening their relationships with an Episcopal school in rural Haiti, despite four years of pandemic, gang violence, and political unrest that have prevented in-person travel to the island nation.
Plans fall into three categories: in-person, completely online, or a hybrid of the two, with most planning for at least some in-person education. All are aware that plans may need to change with changing conditions.
St. Mark’s differs from secular schools in that it is religious. St. Mark’s differs from other religious schools in that it is Christian. St. Mark’s differs from other Christian schools in that it is Episcopal.
Daniel Heischman of the National Association of Episcopal Schools: “This plan is the result of a truly concerted effort between the NAES board, staff, and our membership.”