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Contents Letter From the Publisher P. 4 PB Picks - Back to School & Summer Picks P. 6 Virtual Distance Learning School Setup and Supply List P. 8 2020-2021 Palm Beach School Calendar P. 11 Socially Distant Summer Fun P. 12 Learning a New Skill During Pandemic P.16 School Spotlight P. 18 Back to School Planning for In-Person Classes P. 22 Discover Nexplore’s Learning Virtual & On-site Enrichment Solutions P. 26

ON THE COVER Luciana, 8 years old, is ready for the first day of 4th grade. She has traded in school uniforms for school pajamas and slippers!

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Letter From The Publisher Greetings, Where did the summer go?

Back to School is almost here!

There has been a slight delay but the new start date is Monday, August 31 for Palm Beach County Public Schools.

This certainly wasn’t what I was expecting for the return to school this year. My oldest child is starting Middle School this year, she is a little disappointed with how school is starting she was ready to be big kid on a new campus!

There are alternatives for this upcoming school year. Some private schools are starting in-person classes this month. Check out our annual School Spotlight for great information about local private schools.

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Volume 9, Issue 8 | August 2020 PUBLISHER Felonice Merriman ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Jennifer Preville ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE Erica Wilcox GRAPHIC DESIGN/PRODUCTION Felonice Designs, LLC Stephanie Davis COVER PHOTOGRAPHY BY: Lynn of Lynn Studios www.lynnstudios1.com

We have articles featuring tips for both virtual distance learning and in-person learning.

PB Parenting has you covered no matter which one you are choosing.

WRITERS & CONTRIBUTORS Felonice Merriman CDC.gov Nexplore

At the end of last school year, I had a temporary school station in the living room for my two children. It had pros mostly cons. Over the summer I re-did both children’s rooms and have created some permanent stations for them to work. Check out some tips on setting up a successful virtual school station on page 8.

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Finally, We received an extra three weeks of Summer! For some ideas on what to do with that extra time while taking into account CDC social distancing guidelines, check out our suggestions on page 12.

Happy Parenting, PS. If you still need summer camp, many camps have extended their camps until school starts.

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Pixel Eyewear Blue Light Glasses for Kids Students of all ages will be back to school “hitting the books.” The phrase seems a little outdated because now, more than ever, more school work and projects revolve around computers and electronic devices than actual paper.

Get proactive this year and protect the health of your student’s eyes with blue light glasses from Pixel Eyewear. Pixel Eyewear offers a variety of fashionable frames to fit both kids and adults, but most important of all, they have their eyes in mind with breakthrough lens technology that filters 50 percent of blue light and up to 95 percent at the strongest wavelengths, without the yellow tint. Learn more at www.pixeleyewear.com/ collections/kids-computer-glasses.

Funkins Kids Secure-Fit Cloth Face Mask with Nose Bridge Wire with matching lunchboxes.

Featuring ladybugs, koalas, and ninjas (oh my!) Made from exclusive Funkins fun fabrics, they make wearing a face covering seem less intimidating for little ones and bring positivity to this 2020 essential wardrobe staple. Choose from 7 available prints with coordinating matching lunch bags and cloth napkins.

Highlights: • Secure & Comfortable Fit – features soft cotton ear straps with rubber stoppers and a soft nose bridge wire that easily bends to fit small faces better.

• Lightweight & Breathable – made from soft, breathable cotton fabrics.

• Easy-to-Clean & Machine Washable – durably made to wash and wear daily.

Learn more and order at www.myfunkins.com. Win a back to school pack on PB Parenting’s website - click on contests!

Z Wraps, handmade in Massachusetts, offer a beautiful, reusable, easy to use alternative to single use plastic. They also keep your food fresher longer—win! Z Wraps are soft, pliable, and stick down when you want them to— the first time. Great for back to school lunches. Making Sustainability Beautiful. Learn more about their story at www.myzwraps.com.

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Take your beach trip to the next level with The U-Stand, the world’s most versatile umbrella stand. The U-Stand is designed as part container, part umbrella stand and part cup holder -- making it the must-have item for all your next beach trip. The all-in-one product holds your beach gear, serves as your cooler and is easy to transport with its convenient shoulder strap. The U-Stand is made with durable, UV protected plastic and will fit any umbrella, ranging from resort grade wood poles to the standard beach umbrella. No more rogue umbrellas flying across the beach, only reliable shade with U-Stand’s convenient solution for shade anywhere. Available in 5 colors. Check it out www.theustand.com KoolSkinz Pet Vests These vest-approved pet vests come with a temperature-control agent that pulls heat away from the dog’s body to help the dog maintain a comfortable body temperature in even the hottest conditions. Keep your dog kool for 2 hours in 90+ degree heat. These vests come in a variety of sizes and patterns and retail for $79.95. For more information go to www.koolskinz.co.

Virtual Distance Learning School Setup and Supply Checklist Back to school is going to look a little different this year. We are trading in backpacks and uniforms for computers and pajamas! If you are attending Palm Beach County Public Schools at the end of the month, all students start school with virtual distant learning. Setting up your child for success is important. Here are some suggestions and a supply list to start the virtual year off right. Parents were given a small dose of virtual distant learning at the end of the school year with distance learning come back it might be time to create a more permanent setup.

Have a Designated Area for School Work Creating a designated area means fewer distractions and getting into a “school mindset and mode” in that space. This can be a spare room or even a corner in their bedroom, living room etc;. The most important thing is to use that area only for school. Other considerations to include: • Make sure this area is quiet or has a door that can be closed. This gives students privacy when they’re working, talking to their teachers or taking an exam and reduces distractions.

• Have space for a desk or a table near a power outlet.

• Incorporate flexible seating. This can be a comfortable spot for reading or a change of pace during the school day. Beanbags,

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hammock or inflatable chairs, shaggy rugs, and oversize pillows can help a student relax and take a break between classes.

• If you are able to set up a small desk or table near a window, that would allow for natural light to filter in. Natural light is healthy for you physically and emotionally.

• Ensure there is enough light for reading and taking notes. The monitor should be at eye level and the student’s chair must be comfortable and offer back support.

• Stock this area with school supplies! Include pens, pencils, markers, paper, notebooks, and any other tools your student may need besides a computer.

Other Supplies for your Learning Space • Laptop or Desktop - check with your child’s school as they maybe able to provide your child with a laptop.

• Headphones are helpful for keeping kids focused by canceling out background noise.

• Webcam - If your device isn’t already equipped with a camera, you’ll definitely want to invest in one. It’s important for the teacher to see your child’s face and be able to interact with them. Without a camera, your child’s classes will be one-sided.

• Printer - It is helpful to print out math sheets and other homework.

• The Basics - students still need basic supplies like paper (notebook and printer) pencils, crayons, and scissors.

From preemies to teens, Pediatrics at West Boca Medical Center provides specialized care for kids, all in one convenient, comfortable location. With more than 80 pediatric specialists, we are prepared to provide your child with the care they need.

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To find a pediatric physician, call 833.202.1422 or visit westbocamedctr.com

Tips for keeping your distance learning space organized Organization and clutter control are critical. Just like you, your child is experiencing a massive change in routine. Check out 1THRIVE Command Centers to help stay organize not only for distance learning but throughout the school year. They are a local company based out of Sunrise, Florida. Command centers come in two different sizes (wide/long) depending on your spatial preference with multiple preset configurations. Each configuration is customizable depending on where you want to place the chalkboard, corkboard, file folder, hooks, buckets and accessories (i.e. tacks, magnets, markers, inspirational cards, and header magnets). 1THRIVE Command

Centers are designed to help you achieve your goals - including fitness, meal planning, scheduling, motivational and more! Base pricing starts at $99 at 1THRIVE.com. Save $20 off systems with their back to school sale.

Mix it up!

Don’t sit in the same spot all day. Just like at school your child needs to move around.

Help your child by moving and taking breaks. Some options include: • Read a book in the backyard.

•Take school work to a comfortable location; spread out on the floor with pillows.

• Pause for meals and snack time in the kitchen. If age appropriate, allow your child to help cook or prepare food.

• Take a “recess” break to go for a walk or bike ride around the neighborhood (maintain safe social distancing from others). You could even go play ball outside or swim if you have a pool.

PB Parenting hopes you have a good start to the new school year!

Drowning is the LEADING cause of accidental death in children ages 1-4 and it is 100% PREVENTABLE! This is how: • Constant Adult Supervision • Doors/Windows - Locked and Alarmed at All Times • Install 4-Sided Pool Fence with Self-Locking Gates • Remove/Lock Pet Doors • Quality Self-Rescue Swim Lessons • Learn CPR and Update Your Skills Regularly Learn More At:

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2020-2021 Palm Beach School Calendar

UPDATED AUGUST Aug. 24-28 - Virtual Meet the Teacher (please check with child’s school)

Aug. 31 - First Day of School SEPTEMBER Sept. 7 - Holiday - No School for Students Sept. 28 - Holiday - No School for Students OCTOBER Oct. 12 - Holiday - No School for Students NOVEMBER Nov. 3- Teacher Work Day/ Professional Development Day No School for Students Nov. 23-27 No School Thanksgiving Holiday DECEMBER Dec. 4- Teacher Work Day/ Professional Development Day No School for Students Dec. 21 - Winter Break Begins

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JANUARY Palm Beach County’s Parenting Resource Jan. 4 - School Resumes Jan. 18 - Holiday - No School for Students FEBRUARY Feb. 1 - Teacher Work Day/ Professional Development Day No School for Students

MARCH March 15 - Spring Break Begins March 22 - Teacher Work Day/ Professional Development Day No School for Students March 23 - School Resumes APRIL April 2 - Holiday - No School for Students April 16 - Teacher Work Day/ Professional Development Day No School for Students MAY May 31- Holiday - No School for Students JUNE June 18 - Last Day of School Revised Calendar Approved 7-2220 https://www.palmbeachschools. org/UserFiles/Servers/Server_270532/ File/School%20Calendar/2020-2021/ DistrictCalendar_2020-2021_8.31.pdf

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Socially Distant Summer Fun in PBC Summer has been extended! We are getting three extra weeks before public school starts here in Palm Beach County! What are some fun things to do while maintaining CDC recommendations for social distancing? PB Parenting has some great recommendations on what to do these final weeks of Summer!

Make a Splash!

Shark Wake Park is a great way to have fun, stay cool and all 6 feet apart! Shark Wake Park’s Obstacle Island is one of the largest inflatable, floating playgrounds on the East Coast, featuring climbing towers, monkey bars, slippery slides and more! And if you’re looking for some action-packed, hair-raising adventures on the water, give their cable park a try where you can learn to kneeboard, wakeboard, water ski and more. Park’s staff wear mask and there are hand sanitizing stations. For the maximum safety of guests and staff, Shark Wake does not accept cash payments on-site. Credit cards are gladly accepted. You can book and pay your session on-site or online at sharkwakepark.com/561.Make sure to stop by the Shark Shack. Whatever you are craving, the Shark Shack has you covered. In our shady location, you’ll find all the snacks, cold beverages, ice cream and Pumphouse cold brew coffee on tap you’ve worked up an appetite for. They even have adult beverages! Relax and enjoy a 360° views

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of the park, you’ll enjoy a great show while watching friends, family and pros ride.

Roar like a Tiger!

Another great outside activity is the Palm Beach Zoo! Let your kids get that pent up energy out by checking out the zoo. Right now the Zoo has a great offer for the month of August, Kids are FREE! With a purchase of a full-price adult admission you will receive two free child (age 13 and under) admissions. May not be combined with any other offer, coupon or special. Valid Aug. 1 – 31, 2020. The zoo capacity is limited and carefully monitored to ensure physical distancing. They have created a one-way path that is designated throughout the Zoo to allow room for social distancing. Handsanitizer stations are available throughout the Zoo as well. Guests are encouraged to wear face coverings, utilize hand-sanitizing stations, and maintain a six-foot distance from other groups. In accordance with Palm Beach County orders: Facial coverings are required in indoor spaces and where social distancing is not possible. Stay cool and play in the splash pad. The fountain splash pad is

LIFE’S JUST MORE FUN ON THE WATER. Cable Watersports Obstacle Island Shark Shack

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open and guests are requested to physically distance a minimum of six feet apart while using the Fountain. The following attractions and services will be unavailable due to COVID-19 protocols: Carousel & Train, Reptile Observatory, Asian Aviary & Butterfly Garden, Bronze Statues, Nature Play, Keeper Talks and Animal Experiences, Stroller and Wheelchair Rental, The indoor dining room is closed. However, outside concessions and food kiosks are open throughout the Zoo. Outdoor seating is available on the cafĂŠ deck and picnic tables. For touch-less admission purchase your tickets or family membership online at www.palmbeachzoo.org.

Schoolhouse Fun! Just because school is out doesn’t mean that learning is taking the summer off! Head over to the Schoolhouse Museum and Learning Center for some socially distancing fun!

The Schoolhouse is now open to members on Mondays, and to both members and non-members Tuesdays through Saturdays.

They will be operating at a limited capacity

and reduced hours, using Timed Online Ticketing Entries. Visitors to the Schoolhouse Museum are asked to schedule their 3-hour play session by reserving the day and time of their visit online. All visitors will be required to use hand sanitizer prior to entry and will be required to wear face masks, as per county mandate. Children under 2 years of age are not required to wear masks. All (adult) visitors should maintain proper social distancing (6 feet) from others. Schoolhouse staff will sanitize the Museum and loose parts between each timed entry period.

Sensational Storytime will resume at the Museum starting Tuesday August 4 at 10:30 AM. It will be limited to 10 children with one adult per a child/sibling group. Everyone will remain at their tables the entire time (no

Explore Florida history Learn. Play. Discover.

Pre-register today for a 3-hour play session CDC guidelines followed; Masks required.

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circle or carpet time). Each child will receive their own baggie of sanitized materials to use. Storytime is free with paid admission.

Facebook live Storytime will continue on Thursdays at 10:30 AM. For more information go to www.schoolhousemusem.org.

Socially Distant Sharks Head over to Sandoway Discovery Center and watch them feed the Sharks at 10:30 AM Tuesday-Saturday. Purchase your tickets online and enjoy their outdoor Animal Encounters & Shark Feeding. They are operating at 25% capacity. All visitors are required to wear masks while inside the center. For more information check out www.sandoway.org.

Turtle Time Get ready to visit Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s hospital and check out their beloved sea turtle patients and take a rare look into the world of marine life rescue at their working sea turtle hospital. The Sea Turtle Hospital at LMC is open daily

from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a limited guest count, additional sanitizing, social distancing signage and extra hand sanitizer station. Masks are required for staff and guest (except children under 2). For more information go to www.marinelife.org/visit/.

PB Parenting are not safety experts. There is an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 that exists in any public place where people are present. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and guests with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. Visitors of any attraction voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

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Visit PalmBeachZoo.org for the latest information and to purchase tickets!

OPEN DAILY 9 A.M. – 5 P.M. 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33405 | 561-547-WILD (9453) I-95 Exit 66 or 68 Palm Beach Zoo is a private 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

Copyright 2020. Zoological Society of the Palm Beaches. All rights reserved.

Learning a New Skill or Hobby During the Pandemic

BY FELONICE MERRIMAN Are your kids constantly singing a chorus of “I am bored”? Instead of focusing on the (very long) list of what you can’t do, here are some things they’ll love doing. Now that we are staying home more, it is a great time to pick up a new skill or hobby.

My two children, who are 11 and 8 years old, have really upped their cooking skills during this time. My 8 year old son can make eggs many ways (sunny side up, omelets and scrabbled). My daughter has taken more to baking and loves making cookies, brownies and muffins. Both now require just light supervision in the kitchen and help taking pans in and out of the oven. Maybe you aren’t a cook yourself? Now is a great time to take some virtual classes and do it together!

Another fun activity we have started recently is container gardening. My son loves to see the product of his hard work. He has a nice container garden going and we just planted

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carrots the other day. We have successfully grown grape tomatoes, radishes, cucumbers basil and peppers. We have also started 3 new Mango trees from pits. There have been flops but we are still learning.

Art is another easy and fun activity to learn during this time. It is easy to order supplies from Amazon and have them delivered right to your door. We have enjoyed painting rocks, making collages, painting, making sculptures using modeling clay, sewing and knitting during this time. We have also started art journal as well. My son has also taken to woodworking activities and I was able to join a monthly club where they send all the tools, supplies and instructions.

Also check out Palm Beach State College Summer Youth College website, they will be offering fun classes to help you or your child pick up a new hobby or skill. For more information go to palmbeachstate.edu/SYC.

SUMMER YOUTH COLLEGE AT

PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE

COMING SOON!

ADULT ART COURSES in Lake Worth!

PARENT and CH ILD Classes Saturday morning and afternoon classes

ADULT COURSES • • • • • •

Jewelry Design Drawing Ceramics Stained Glass Printmaking Children’s Book Publishing

YOUTH COURSES • • • • • • •

Urban Gardening Bee Keeping Culinary Arts Fitness and Nutrution Makeup Artistry Costume Design Set Design

Watch our Webpage and Social Media Pages for Dates and Times!

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School Spotlight

When K-8 students walk onto the campus of Gardens School of Technology Arts, they enter a world of unique opportunities, creative processes and out-of-the-box learning. Due to the Covid crisis, we are beginning this school year with a robust virtual learning setting for all students K-8, providing devices and all resources and support needed for full engagement in our structured, dynamic program. Gardens SOTA is a High-Performing, tuitionfree public charter school in Palm Beach Gardens offering classes for K - 8. Visit www.mysota.net for the schedule and additional information, and to submit your child’s application for the 20202021 school year. To reach us by phone call 561-290-7661.

Meyer Prep As part of the Posnack School Network, Meyer Prep students learn on a worldclass campus featuring a state-of-the-art Innovation Lab, International Baccalaureate

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Middle School, high school coursework, and exciting extracurricular programs. Meyer graduates are accepted to their competitive high school programs of choice, prepared with the critical thinking skills, Jewish values, and confidence to lead throughout life.

5225 Hood Rd., Palm Beach Gardens. For more information visit www.MeyerPrep.org or call 561-686-6520.

Nexplore In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Nexplore is revolutionizing at-home learning by offering At-Home Pod Tutoring Services and Virtual Hands-On Enrichment Programs for children, from Pre-K4 through 8th grade.

Led by highly qualified instructors, group tutoring services are offered either virtually or in-person and are tailored to promote the joy of learning to pods of 4-10 children.

Extensive enrichment options are offered virtually and parents and schools can choose either daily or weekly programming in STEAM, life skills, fitness, or digital tech. For more information, visit www.nexploreusa.com or call 954-323-7484.

DISCOVER THE MEYER PREP DIFFERENCE! Traditional on-campus classroom learning and online synchronous programs available for the 2020-2021 school year! Now accepting applications for Lower School (Junior Kindergarten- 5th Grade) and IB Middle School (Grades 6-8).

Both learning experiences have classes every day and allow students to explore, develop, and expand their knowledge with our rigorous curriculum. Online students will be able to interact with classmates who are also online and on-campus through our “Zoom Rooms” and other advanced technology systems.

Why Meyer Prep?

One-to-one tablet device provided for each lower school student Each IB Middle School student will have their own laptop

Meyer Prep is now accepting applications for both learning experiences (online and oncampus) for the 2020-2021 school year. Bring the Meyer Way to the comfort of your own home!

LEADER IN ONLINE LEARNING For more information, contact the Admissions Department nbarak@meyerprep.org 5225 Hood Road Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33418 561.686.6520

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School Spotlight '20 Tuition-Free, High-Performing K-8 Public Charter School Due to the Covid crisis, we are beginning this school year with a robust virtual learning setting for all students K-8, providing devices and all resources and support needed for full engagement in our structured, dynamic program.

Providers of holistic education

Mental Health Counseling Sessions Grossmayer Wellness Center • Treating young kids, teens, and adults • Accepting new clients • We offer telehealth • In office sessions upon request • Accepting insurance: Cigna, Aetna, Magellan, Espyr, Managed Care Concepts, E4 Health Madeleine and Justin Grossmayer (561) 602-1485 · grossmayerwellnesscenter.com Facebook.com/SocialSkillsMatter Facebook.com/GrossmayerWellnessCenter

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Oakstone Academy Palm Beach for ASD, ADD,school ADHD, Oakstone is a private for gifted, neurotypical students and beyond.

Kindergarten through 12th grade founded on the principle of providing a truly Kindergarten - 12th Grade inclusive environment for children with www.oakstonepbc.org autism spectrum disorders (ASD, ADD, ADHD, gifted, neurotypical students and beyond), allowing them to be full participants in the classroom with peers who do not have disabilities. Thanks to talented, highly-qualified teachers and small class sizes, Oakstone Academy Palm Beach can meet the needs of a variety of learning styles. Located at 345 Military Trail in West Palm Beach. For more information please call 561-585-7800, send an email to gjerome@osapb.org or visit www. gjerome@osapb.org oakstonepbc.org.

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Providers of holistic education for ASD, ADD, ADHD, gifted, neurotypical students and beyond.

Kindergarten - 12th Grade www.oakstonepbc.org

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The Vanguard School is a co-educational boarding and day school for students in grades 6-12. Vanguard specializes in educating students who experience academic learning challenges in an environment that works with academic strategies, executive functioning, social skills, celebrates student strengths and assists in transitioning into higher educational opportunities and independent living. For more information visit vanguardschool.org or call 863-6766091.

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After School Enrichment Guide

Looking for something fun to do after class ends? Don’t miss this helpful guide for the new school year coming out NEXT month in our September 2020 Issue!

SUMMER

CAMP

DIRECTORY

Summer has been extended! Many camps have extended their offerings until the new school year starts. Please check out our online camp directory for a complete listing at www.pbparenting.com.

Virtual & Onsite Tutoring Enrichment Solutions

In Home Tutoring-Enrichment Program

Virtual Enrichment Program

• Specifically designed for stay at home children who need extra in-person support

• Unique learning supplies and hands-on consumable kits shipped directly to your home

• Tutoring and enrichment services led by COVID-tested and trained instructors

• All classes are run live and not pre-recorded, taught by an experienced instructor live on your home device

• 4-10 children, enrollment from 2-5 days a week • The service typically consists of 1.5 hours of tutoring, 30 minutes of P.E. and an hour of STEM and life skills enrichment programs using Nexplore’s valuable hands-on kits

• Our curriculum for PreK - 5 students offers a rich mix of STEAM, fitness, life skills and hands on activities to maintain a balanced & healthy routine • Choose between once a week specific elective or Mon-Fri mixed programs

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Back to School Planning for In-Person Classes Actions to take and points to consider: • Check in with your child each morning for signs of illness. If your child has a temperature of 100.4 degrees or higher, they should not go to school.

• Make sure your child does not have a sore throat or other signs of illness, like a cough, Planning for In-Person Classes diarrhea, severe headache, vomiting, or Going back to school this fall will require body aches. schools and families to work together even • If your child has had close contact to a more than before. Schools will be making COVID-19 case, they should not go to school. changes to their policies and operations • Make sure your child is up-to-date with with several goals: supporting learning; all recommended vaccines, including for providing important services, such as school flu. All school-aged children should get an meals, extended daycare, extracurricular influenza flu vaccine every season, with rare activities, and social services; and limiting exceptions. This is especially important this the transmission of SARS-CoV-2, the virus year because we do not yet know if being that causes COVID-19. Teachers and staff can sick with COVID-19 at the same time as the teach and encourage preventive behaviors flu will result in more severe illness. at school. Likewise, it will be important for • Review and practice proper hand washing families to emphasize and model healthy techniques at home, especially before behaviors at home and to talk to your and after eating, sneezing, coughing, and children about changes to expect this school adjusting a face cover. Make hand washing year. Even if your child will attend school fun and explain to your child why it’s in-person, it is important to prepare for important. the possibility of virtual learning if school • Be familiar with how your school will make closes or if your child becomes exposed to water available during the day. Consider COVID-19 and needs to stay home. packing a water bottle.

• Develop daily routines before and after CDC has created a checklist to help with school—for example, things to pack for back to school planning for school year (SY) school in the morning (like hand sanitizer 2020-2021.

For many families, back to school planning will look different this year than it has in previous years. If your school is returning with in-person classes, they will have new policies in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

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Plan for possible school closures or periods of quarantine If transmission is increasing in your community or if multiple children or staff test positive for COVID-19, the school building might close. Similarly, if a close contact of your child (within or outside of school) tests positive for COVID-19, your child may need to stay home for a 2-week quarantine period. You may need to consider the feasibility of teleworking, taking leave from work, or identifying someone who can supervise your child in the event of school building closures or quarantine.

Develop a plan as a family to protect household members who are at increased risk for severe illness.

Be familiar with your school’s plan for how they will communicate with families when a positive case or exposure to someone with COVID-19 is identified and ensure student privacy is upheld.

Cloth Face Coverings Cloth Face Coverings are require indoors in Palm Beach County.

Have multiple cloth face coverings, so you can wash them daily and have back-ups ready. Choose cloth face coverings that • Fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face • Completely cover the nose and mouth • Are secured with ties or ear loops • Include multiple layers of fabric • Allow for breathing without restriction • Can be washed and machine dried without damage or change to shape Make sure to label your child’s cloth face coverings clearly in a permanent marker so that they are not confused with those of other children. Before school starts, practice with your child putting on and taking off cloth face coverings

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without touching the cloth. Also explain the importance of wearing a cloth face covering and how it protects other people from getting sick.

If you have a young child, help build their comfort wearing a cloth face covering and become comfortable seeing others in face covers.

• Praise your child for wearing a cloth face covering correctly.

• Put a cloth face covering on stuffed animals.

• Draw a cloth face covering on a favorite book character.

• Show images of other children wearing cloth face coverings.

• Allow your child to choose their cloth face covering that meets any dress requirements your school may have.

• Consider providing your child with a container (e.g., labeled resealable bag) to bring to school to store their cloth face coverings when not wearing it (e.g., when eating).

Mental Health & Social-Emotional Wellbeing Considerations •Talk with your child about how school will look different (e.g., desks far apart from each other, teachers maintaining physical distance, possibility of staying in the classroom for lunch).

• Talk with your child about how school is going and about interactions with classmates and teachers. Find out how your child is feeling and communicate that what they may be feeling is normal.

• Anticipate behavior changes in your child. Watch for changes like excessive crying or irritation, excessive worry or sadness, unhealthy eating or sleeping habits, difficulty concentrating, which may be signs of your child struggling with stress and anxiety.

• Ask your school about any plans to reduce potential stigma related to having

or being suspected of having COVID-19.

• Check if your school has a plan to help students adjust to being back in school.

Students might need help adjusting to how COVID-19 has disrupted their daily life. Support may include school counseling and psychological services (including grief counseling), socialemotional learning (SEL)- focused programs and curricula, and peer/social support groups.

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