Poudre School District update | Thursday, October 15, 2020 |
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PSD Together Again in Phase 3
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Monday, students in grades 3-12 will transition to Phase 3 hybrid education, and we can’t wait to connect and see their smiling eyes from behind face coverings. Health protocols mean things will be different in classes and hallways. Watch the video links below to get a behind-the-scenes look and help your student understand how they can do their part to keep themselves and others as safe as possible.
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PSD illness, COVID-19 case protocols
Protocols are placed to limit the spread of COVID-19, in accordance with state and county public health department guidance for schools. PSD will update protocols as state and county guidance changes.
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When can my student return to school after being ill? The state health department recently changed its Return to Learn guidance, and PSD has new information about when students and staff can return to school and work after experiencing critical, major and minor symptoms.
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Visit this web page to learn more about state and county guidance for what happens when there is a COVID-19 case or outbreak in PSD and review the district’s staff and student protocols. Read more >>
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For each school, PSD will post schools’ status, as well as information when cases trigger a classroom quarantine or school closure, following state and county public health guidance.
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Get the latest from the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment on its website, including current COVID-19 data. Read more >>
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Webber Middle School educator
Tricia Kearns named 2021 Colorado Teacher of the Year finalist
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PSD had the privilege of connecting with Webber Middle School Science and Health teacher Tricia Kearns, a Colorado Department of Education 2021 Colorado Teacher of the Year finalist. Kearns has taught for 17 years and is a fourth-generation educator. Read more>>
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Introducing Bamford Elementary: New southeast school named to honor legacy of Gary Bamford
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Poudre School District is thrilled to announce that the Board of Education voted Tuesday to approve the name of the district’s new, under-construction southeast elementary school: Bamford Elementary. Read more >> Watch the announcement video >>
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"Educate ... Every Child, Every Day"
Help us to celebrate Mission Moments in Poudre School District
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At PSD, your mission moments of how you support "Educate ... Every Child, Every Day" are important to us. Telling the positive stories about what is happening in the district during this challenging time is valuable not only for our staff but also for the community. We want to be able to display the good work that you are doing and know that it is appreciated! You're what makes us #PSDproud! Submit a Mission Moment today. >>
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October is #NationalPrincipals month; we appreciate PSD principals
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Follow along on PSD’s Twitter and Facebook to see principals highlighted as part of our #ThankAPrincipal campaign.
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PSD continues distributing free meals to students |
So many staff have been part of the incredible efforts to ensure our students are fed and fueled for learning! Meal distribution will continue but look different as PSD shifts from remote to hybrid education. Visit the meals web page for more information about how and where students can receive meals in Phase 3. More information >>
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Free mental health education courses available to community
The Health District of Northern Larimer County’s Connections is hosting a 5-week series of virtual mental health education courses free of cost for community members. Learn about important behavioral health issues in our community and how you can help yourself and others cope. Sessions are 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursdays in October. Registration is required. For more information or to register, contact Ana Pasini at apasini@healthdistrict.org or by phone at 970-530-2842.
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Mental health matters: Wise words from Albus Dumbledore
There is no way around it: Things are hard. This week, we would like to add an additional challenge (hold that heavy sigh!). Think about the last time you had a good laugh. Think about the last time you shared a funny story or joke with a friend or watched a silly YouTube video for no reason. Challenge yourself to spend just a few minutes every day enjoying a humorous moment and turning on the light. Read more of this week’s update here >>
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PSD IT Department continues to support students, families
PSD’s IT Department will continue to support families and students during Phase 3 Hybrid In-person learning through the PSD Community Tech Portal, where technical support information, how-to guides, documentation and more can be found, or contact a Technician at
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More students than ever qualify for Early Childhood Education preschool
ECE students are back in school! PSD’s preschool program still has open spaces for the 2020-21 school year, and ECE’s compassionate and professional teachers can’t wait to work with the children in your lives. More families may qualify now than ever before. To learn more and begin an application online, visit the Early Childhood Education web page or call 970-490-3204.
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Translate
To translate the linked district web pages included in this newsletter, please click the linked text, then click on “Translate” in the top green bar, then click “Select Language” and choose your language. Once selected, the entire PSD website will be translated.
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Traducción
Para traducir las páginas web del Distrito que están vinculadas a este boletín, hagan clic en el texto que contenga el enlace (por ejemplo, “hacer clic aquí”). Enseguida hagan clic en "Traducción", situado en la barra verde superior, después hagan clic en "Select Language” (Seleccionar idioma"), y hagan clic en el idioma que seleccionen (“Spanish” para español). Una vez lo hayan seleccionado, todo el sitio web del PSD se traducirá.
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