Peñasco ISD Weekly Update
Due to the rapidly-changing nature of the COVID-19 crisis, all school plans are subject to change based on orders from the governor and recommendations from scientific health organizations.
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Peñasco High School Student Chosen for National Program! |
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Senior Donovan Macarenas has been accepted into The Moth All Country Story Slam! The Moth is a nationally syndicated, live storytelling event as well as a nonprofit that works to bring the art of storytelling to teachers and students.
Donovan will have the opportunity to work with students and storytellers from all over the country and will draft, revise, and perform a story for a virtual performance.
He worked with HS English Teacher Mrs. Noll on his application and will work with her on his story for the performance.
Congratulations to Donovan!
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This Friday, November 13, is the final day to submit an application for the governor's housing assistance program!
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced a new program for housing assistance for people whose finances have been affected by COVID. The program won't start accepting applications until November 2, but the governor is recommending that people begin gathering the three types of required documentation:
- Wages (pay stubs, profit/loss sheets if self-employed, or benefits letter for social services)
- COVID hardship (proof of job loss, furlough, closure of place of employment, and proof of a loss of at least 10% of household income)
- Housing (lease/payment agreement and proof of delinquency)
The Spot in Peñasco is offering help with completing the application.
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PISD Employment Opportunities |
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Currently Hiring two positions:
- Head Cook for the Supper Program
- Elementary Teacher
If you are interested in working as a substitute teacher, contact Superintendent Lisa Hamilton (lhamilton@penascoisd.com).
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Area Employment Opportunities |
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Embudo Valley Library and Community Center seeks a non-profit LIBRARY DIRECTOR. To apply, send a letter of interest, resume, three references, and college transcripts. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. For priority consideration, submit your materials by 5pm 11/25/20. See full job announcement at https://www.embudovalleylibrary.org/news.
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Comprehensive In-Person Help for Middle School Students |
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Taos Behavioral Health is considering adding in-person services from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday-Thursday. The program would meet in small groups, with TBH staff working directly with students as they attend their online classes. The program will also coordinate with other health services, including speech and occupational therapy and counseling. This is an excellent opportunity to receive dedicated, personal help for your students.
The program will only begin if there is sufficient interest. If you think your student could benefit, please contact Racheal Pyne: tbhccssrp@gmail.com
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Figuring Out the Help Your Student Needs |
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Do your students struggle with any of the following:
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Handwriting (hard to read, requires a lot of effort from your child)
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Organization (Are their books and papers scattered everywhere? Are they always losing things? Do they have a hard time taking clear photos of their work to submit?)
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Attention (Do they struggle to stay in front of their computer during class? Do they space off during class? Do they get distracted by one really interesting part of a class and lose track of what is happening?)
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Reading (Does reading seem harder for them than it should? Do they hate reading?)
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Math (When they write out math problems, do they struggle to line up the numbers? Are they struggling to learn basic arithmetic?)
All of these may be indicators that your child may qualify for special services (extra help, accommodations with school work). Your child is entitled to these services. They can improve their handwriting, organization, attention span, reading, and math skills!
If any of the above sounds familiar, contact Nicaea Chavez, nchavez@penascoisd.com, and/or fill out these forms!
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Fun Help for K-3rd Grade Students |
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The district is offering the Waterford program to give K-3rd grade students extra help. The activities are fun and easy. They also offer ideas for parents who wants to supplement their kids' learning.
If you don't yet know about this program, ask your students' teachers:
- Kindergarten: Ms. Visarraga
- Kindergarten/1st: Ms. Vigil
- 1st: Ms. Montoya
- 2nd: Mr. Richardson and the class currently led by Clara Lopez
- 3rd: Ms. Amplayo
If you need help using the program, check out these:
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Help for Juniors and Seniors |
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Do your juniors and seniors need help with technology, addressing problematic drug/alcohol use, and referrals to other support services as needed such as counseling, food banks, etc.
PISD is exploring a program to help with these issues! If interested, contact Michael Noll: mnoll@penascoisd.com, 575-779-1466.
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Los Angelitos is an early-intervention program that offers services to children in need from ages birth to three years. For more information, contact Baleria Santistevan
Phone: (575) 770-3244
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Having trouble turning in assignments on Canvas?
One of the easiest ways to submit paper assignments is to take a photo with a phone. Then, you can either email them to the student's email address so that they can upload them into Canvas, or you can download the Canvas app on the phone and turn them in directly from the phone. The app is available in every app store. To find your student's school, search https://penascoisd.instructure.com/login/canvas and then sign in with the student's email and password.
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Next Extended Learning Day |
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The next Extended Learning Day is Friday, November 20. All families with 100% participation from their students will receive a special treat! |
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Guitar Lessons for Students |
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Is your child interested in guitar lessons through Community Schools?
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Check out the School Podcast |
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Have you seen the awesome videos our students and teachers are creating for the school podcast?
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Academic Support for Families |
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Parents Reaching Out (PRO) is an organization that provides workshops to families and Providers. Trainings focus on:
· PRO Overview
· Developing the Dream – IFSP
· Early Literacy
· Let’s Begin the Journey – IEP overview
· Next Steps to Success – Early Childhood Transition
· Keeping it all Together - Record Keeping
· Time Management
They can schedule to set up Family Supports Plans that are designed to set up a plan of support for Staff development and families to understand what we do in Early Childhood program at PRO. If you are interested in training or setting up a plan please give them a call 505-247-0192 or email dharden@parentsreachingout.orgor jianneci@parentsreachingout.org
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Easy Link to Get Kit Carson Internet |
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Kit Carson now has an online form in order to get Internet at the $29/month rate for students.
If you have trouble getting Internet, please contact Community Schools Coordinator Michael Noll: mnoll@penascoisd.com, 575-779-1466.
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It's time to apply for LIHEAP funds (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program)! Click here for the application form. |
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Childcare Available at Vadito YDI |
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The YDI Headstart program in Vadito currently has open slots for children in the following programs:
- 3-5 year old program
- 8 month-2 year old program
For more information, call Frances Romero: 575-758-4558
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Have Questions or Concerns? |
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The district has set up an email address specifically for questions and concerns: questions@penascoisd.com.
If you have suggestions for the newsletter, contact Michael Noll: mnoll@penascoisd.com, 575-779-1466.
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