SD Parent Connection Updates
On behalf of the SD Parent Connection’s Board of Directors, in response to the events of the past several weeks, we are here to support families – all families. We stand for inclusivity and against social inequality. We stand with those affected by bigotry and injustice. Our mission is to empower individuals and families and we remain committed to that mission.
Our
Sioux Falls Office has re-opened and is taking precautions for everyone's health and safety. Families & professionals are encouraged to make an appointment before coming in. We are asking that all guests wear a mask. If you do not have one, one will be provided.
Aberdeen and Rapid City offices continue to work remotely but are available to assist and support you!
|
|
Weekly Summer Digest
The South Dakota Family Engagement Center is continuing a Summer Digest to support families learning at home. Use the digest all week long to learn about the weekly topic with fun activities, including math, reading, science, writing, and more!
Find all SFEC Daily Digests, SD Road Trip Stops, US Road Trip Stops, Virtual Tours, and more at:
sdsfec.org/homelearning
|
|
Supporting Families & Children
Articles & Information
|
|
FAQs by Guardians about the COVID-19 Pandemic (including visiting policies)
|
|
Camp Kinda
Here's a
free, virtual summer camp experience
designed to keep kids engaged, asking questions, and having fun even while they’re stuck at home. "Open" each weekday starting June 1 to September 1. On any given day, kids may be exploring the art of graphic novels, unlocking the mysteries of history, or jumping into the world’s craziest sports.
|
|
Opportunities to Take Part in Study
Your families’ input about their experiences during this time is vital for practitioners, educators, and others to understand how we can better support them.
- Are you a biological parent, stepparent, adoptive parent, foster parent, friend or family member with care giving responsibilities?
- Do you live with a school-aged child between the ages of 6 and 22 with an intellectual or developmental disability (I/DD)?
- Are you interested to sharing about your experiences during this unique time?
If you answered YES to the above questions, please participate in our study by taking a short survey online at three time points (once every 2 months). Your survey responses MATTER. They will help determine how to support families during this crisis. You will also be entered into a raffle to win a $20 Amazon gift card each time you take the survey.
Click here
to answer questions about your home life, work life, and health/well-bein
g.
|
|
This e-publication was developed under grants from the U.S. Department of Education Project Grant H328M140021 and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Grant H84MC07994, Family to Family Health Information Center, $96,750; and approximately 5% financed with non-governmental resources. The contents should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by US Department of Education, HRSA, HHS or the Federal Government.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
