I know this is a tragic and terrible thing to have happen.

I've heard this happens more than you realize in a school of any size.

Here's something to consider. Will you have a way to know if this happens to another parent too? How about family member of someone on staff?

You may end up doing something for one family, but not another.

This doesn't mean you shouldn't do anything, but you have a little more to consider.

A child in our school lost a parent suddenly. Has anyone dealt with this and have any idea of a thoughtful "gift" of sympathy or rememberence that a class can give to the child/family? I think we are looking for something with meaning as finances are not an issue for the family. Thanks -