News from Folsom Cordova schools

Friday, April 17, 2020 | Volume X, Issue XXIX

COVID 19 FAQs 4/17/20

School closure updates: Next steps and works in progress

Wellness supports:

Dramatic shifts in our school, work and homelife have had a significant impact on many, including our most vulnerable students. During this time of physical distancing, we want to reassure the students and families in our District that we care about the mental health and wellbeing of our school community.

We have created a new landing page to provide resources, suggestions on ways to cope, and avenues to seek help.

Please visit: www.fcusd.org/wellness for more information.

Meals for students:

Meals will continue to be distributed to our students ages 2 - 18, Monday - Friday at these seven school sites , from now until May 28. In order to ensure we are meeting the needs of FCUSD students, we require students to be present to receive a meal. If students are not able to be present, a student ID can be shown.

More information can be found at www.fcusd.org/meals

Since the school closures, over 32,481 students have been fed and over 87,482 meals have been distributed. Shout-out to our food service workers for their dedication to our students!

TB clinics and Immunization clinics closed:

Due to the closure of our District office, these clinics are cancelled:

TB clinic, Monday April 20
Immunization clinic, Thursday, May 14

As we get closer to the 20/21 school year, we will notify you when these clinics have been rescheduled.

Grades:

The District is currently working with our teachers to devise a plan for grading, and information will be forthcoming.

Graduation ceremonies:

Graduation ceremonies are important to students, staff, families and communities. We are working diligently to establish a safe celebration that complies with the guidance we are being given by CDC and our Governor. Information will be forthcoming.

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Distance Learning updates:

Student/teacher interaction and connection is a critical piece to learning. Please encourage your student to engage during the school day with their teacher.

Since we began distance learning, our ETIS team has handed out 5080 Chromebooks to students who needed a device!

Need assistance logging into Schoology? Contact the Education Technology and Information Systems (ETIS) team by visiting https://www.fcusd.org/tech. The Service Desk is available between 7:30 am - 4:30 pm during the week to assist you - (916) 294-9005 x103200

Have other questions about Distance Learning? Reach out to your school principal to get the support you need.

Online safety tips:

With the increase in online activity it is important to be aware of potential dangers. Be diligent in monitoring and discussing your child's use of YouTube videos, websites, and other non-curriculum related materials. The FBI recently posted this link with information relevant to an increase in internet usage.

Additional resources:

Tips for Monitoring Kids Online found here
Internet Safety Guide found here

If there are any online issues or concerns, please reach out immediately to your school's Principal. We also have an Online Bullying Report located here. The form immediately notifies all school administrators and the Director of Behavior Intervention & Student Services.

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Masks provided by teachers, students and community members:

We have seen an outpouring of support and generosity, of masks being made and donated to essential staff, such as FCUSD food service workers and medical professionals on the front lines. Check out some of these stories in the links below: