March 28
Upcoming Key Dates

  • March 30 - April 3: Spring Break
  • April 6: Distance Learning Begins
Parkway Staff Hard at Work
Parkway staff have been hard at work to get ready for the launch of our distance learning model. During this time, we have been preparing to deliver learning in the way that will best meet the needs of our learners, and we are excited for what we have to offer:

Model Overview
  • Distance learning will begin on Monday, April 6.
  • Learning during this time will be asynchronous, meaning that students can sign on for learning at different times during the day.
  • Students can expect to spend 3-4 hours engaging in school work during a given school day, with 2-3 hours of that time spent online.
  • All of a day's activities will be posted by 8:30 a.m.
  • Students must sign on to their Foundations (daily connect) Schoology page and complete the daily activity by 3:00 p.m. for attendance.
  • All courses except Foundations will post activities every other day:
Model Overview, Continued
  • While the learning is asynchronous, the day for students is somewhat structured:
  • 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is for...
  • Completing assignments
  • Asking questions to teachers
  • Reviewing lessons and preparing for assessments
  • Independent reading/ST math
  • 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. is a built-in break for students:
  • Eating lunch
  • Going outside to play
  • Reading for fun
  • Building, drawing, or creating something
  • Sharing in household chores
  • Relaxing
  • 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. is for...
  • Completing assignments
  • Asking questions to teachers
  • Reviewing lessons and preparing for assessments
  • Independent reading/IXL math
  • In general, work is due two days after it is posted:
  • Monday work is due Wednesday at 11:59 p.m.
  • Tuesday work is due Thursday at 11:59 p.m.
  • Wednesday work is due Friday at 11:59 p.m.
  • Thursday is due Saturday at 11:59 p.m.
  • Friday is due Sunday at 11:59 p.m.
  • All work for a week is locked on Sunday at 11:59 p.m.
  • Students are held to the Distance Learning Positive Behavior Expectations for Parkway


During this time, support staff will be working remotely as well, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We hope you are all doing well and we look forward to seeing you soon.

Administration

Counselors

Social Workers
SPPS Nutrition Services
On Monday-Friday, March 30-April 3, the SPPS food truck will be traveling to six schools on a set schedule. Families are welcome to pick up one meal per child, per day, while supplies last.


The Parkway staff was happy to assist with meal distribution in our community:
For more information about meal service during distance learning, please visit the SPPS Nutrition Services webpage.
Community Resources [External]

This is a list of community resources available to students and their families.  Families should call and check in on any changes of hours or availability during the current crisis


Free Meals
SPPS Meal Access
  • Every Wednesday: Bus routes for schools with a regular 7:30 a.m. start time
  • Every Thursday: Bus routes for schools with a regular 8:30 a.m. start time
  • Every Friday: Bus routes for schools with a regular 9:30 a.m. start time  

Bethlehem Lutheran - The Midway 
436 Roy Street 
651-646-6549 
Mondays 12PM - 2PM 

Hope Breakfast Bar--They will provide free breakfast for students and families. They will bring food out in a takeout bag.)

Salvation Army West 7th Street 
401 7th Street West 
Monday - Friday 7:30AM - 8:30AM 

Loaves & Fishes at Dorothy Day 
183 Old 6th Street 
Sunday - Friday 4:30PM - 5:30PM 
  

Food Pantries 
West 7th Salvation Army 
401 West 7th Street 
651-244-6946 
Note: food shelf by appointment only

Department of Indian Works Food Shelf 
1671 Summit Avenue 
651-789-3856  
Notes: Serves the Native population in Ramsey County; Open Monday 2-6pm, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10am-2pm 

Concordia Food Shelf 
1371 Marshall Avenue 
651-603-6273  
Notes: Accepts walk-ins; open second and fourth Tuesdays of the month from 12-2pm 

Keystone Community Services Midway Food Shelf 
1916 University Avenue W 
651-917-3792   
Note: open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from 10am-1pm and 2-5pm, Tuesday from 10am-1pm and 2-7pm 

Francis Basket Food Shelf 
1293 Maynard Avenue East, Apt. 410 
651-699-0986 
Note: open Monday 9-11:30am, Tuesday & Friday 9-11:30am and 1-3:30pm 

Hallie Q Brown Food Shelf 
270 North Kent Street 
651-244-4606 
Note: call for appointment; also has pet food and a clothes closet
 
Progressive Church- Fishes and Loaves
1501 Burns Ave. St. Paul, MN 55106
651-774-5503
Note: Open Wednesday 3:30-5 p.m Saturday 11-1pm

YMCA Midway St. Paul - 1761 University Ave.

YMCA Eastside St. Paul - 875 Arcade St.
Go to the front desk and ask for a bag of food
                          

Diaper Resources
United Way

CLUES

Neighborhood House 

Diaper Bank

Birthright
299 Snelling Ave 651-646-7033
*Call before you come to request diapers
*Serves all of St. Paul 

Wakota Life Care Center
1140 South Robert St. W. St. Paul
Clothing, coats, diapers and formula, Pregnancy tests, pap smears, free ultrasounds, low cost medical care

Highland Life Care Center
1999 Ford Parkway 651-695-0111
For People who are pregnancy or who have kids under the age of 2 years old
Provides Diapers, wipes

Options for Women East
891 White Bear Ave North 651-776-2328
*Parenting education or prenatal care needs to be complete in order to be given services/equipment.

Together For Good -   https://tfgood.org/contact-us/ 
(Provides Diapers/wipes as well as a clothing closet. Open Thursdays from 10-12pm or by appointment- call before you come.)
845 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105
*Call Dierdre @ 612-381-4086
*Call Theresa @ 952-484-5722


Unemployment Assistance


Internet Access
WiFi can be accessed through existing home connections, connecting to  Comcast WiFi hotspots (free to everyone for up to 60 days), or checking out one of the SPPS T-Mobile hotspots. 


Utilities
Xcel Energy and St Paul Water have suspended shutoffs for at least 30 days. Please contact either of these companies if you're unable to pay bills, especially due to COVID-19.


Mental Health
Ramsey County Children's Mental Health Crisis line: 651-266-7878


General Help (Accessing Resources)
United Way 2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember, three-digit number that families and individuals in Minnesota can call to obtain free and confidential information on health and human services. 2-1-1 call centers are staffed 24/7 by trained Community Resource Specialists who quickly assess needs and refer callers to the help that they seek. Visit  https://www.211unitedway.org/

For help navigating the healthcare system and health insurance, contact the non-profit Portico Healthnet  https://porticohealthnet.org/ 651-489-2273. They do phone appointments and speak multiple languages. 

The Covid-19 situation may put families into unusual legal situations. Visit https://www.lawhelpmn.org/self-help-library/covid-19-other-planning-ahead-topics/coronavirus-covid-19 for answers to common questions.
Parkway PTO
You are a member of the Parkway Montessori PTO if you are reading this newsletter.

There are many ways to be an active member of the PTO and support our students, families, staff and school communities. If PTO Meetings are not your thing or you simply find it difficult to make the appearance, there are many other opportunities to assist.
  • Participate in the discussion (Facebook, email, etc...)
  • Volunteer at Events
  • Volunteer from the comfort of your home
Mission: 
To support the Parkway community, build strong connections with and between families and staff and encourage a fun and respectful learning environment
 
Meeting Schedule:
Meetings occur on the 2nd Tuesday of each Month during the school year. Check the Parkway School Calendar for PTO Meeting dates among other events happening at the school.
Translation Information

All school documents can be translated or interpreters made available upon request

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Parkway Montessori and Community School
 1363 Bush Avenue
 St. Paul, MN 55106 
 Telephone 651.744.1000
 Ms McBride, Principal
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