Computer screen A dozen windows Energetic teacher Excited students Smile and wave Learning together Finding their way In this new normal Students engaged Sharing projects Listening intently A read-a-loud Started before Quarantine Now continued ...during In this new Familiar Yet, unfamiliar Space Older siblings Quietly sneak In the background Hoping to be seen Younger siblings Sit in laps Soaking up Extra attention And me? Grateful to witness The energy of A dedicated teacher Grateful to see Smiling faces Hear familiar voices To say, “I miss you.” Grateful to be A face in one Of those windows- A welcomed guest
