This Week @ICS
April 6-10, 2020
www.ics-edu.org
Our school may be empty, but
our hearts are full.

Learning is taking place remotely, but
we are still here for you.

ICS students and alumni,
we miss you .

Parents and guardians,
we support you .

Teachers and staff,
we appreciate you .

We hope to be together again, soon. While much of our routines have changed, our commitment to our students and their achievement remains the same.

Indian Community School is blessed with a strong community and we will persevere through these difficult days.

We are a big family with a shared mission:
The Indian Community School cultivates
an enduring cultural identity and critical thinking
by weaving indigenous teachings with a
distinguished learning environment.


Indian Community School is Closed

In accordance with Governor Tony Evers latest school closing mandate, ICS is closed indefinitely. Remote Learning for all of our students begins on Monday, April 6th.

Further information will be shared on our website ( www.ics-edu.org  and on the Indian Community School Facebook page ).

Please follow the recommended protocols to keep yourself and your family well.


Click here to read tips for parents/guardians from the Center for Disease Control.
FOR THE SAFETY OF STUDENTS, STAFF, FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY
All ICS field trips, events, programs and after school activities are cancelled
until further notice.
What you need to know about COVID-19/Cornavirus
This is an emerging, rapidly evolving situation and we will provide updated information as it becomes available, in addition to updated guidance.

For up-to-date health coverage, visit:
There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
  • Stay home when you are sick and keep your child home when they are sick.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
  • Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a face mask.
  • CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a face mask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
  • Face masks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of face masks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
  • If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.

For information about hand washing, see  CDC’s Hand Washing  website.

For information specific to healthcare, see  CDC’s Hand Hygiene in Healthcare Settings .

These are everyday habits that can help prevent the spread of several viruses. CDC does have  specific guidance for travelers .
We urge parents to take a few moments to read this helpful information from the National Association of School Psychologists (www.nasponline.org), to learn what you can do to help your child(ren) understand and cope during the COVID-19 health emergency.

You can access the article by using the camera function on your smartphone to scan the QR code in the graphic above. Instructions to use QR codes are here . Or, you can use this LINK to access the article.

If there is anything the school can do to help families, please call ICS Social Workers: Shelly Cornelius-Roman at (414) 525-6141 or Nicole Lewandowski at (414) 525-6191 . You can also contact Cheryl Weber, Dean of Students at (414) 525-6113.
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