RE Weekly Newsletter👓

FIND US ON INSTAGRAM

PARENT RESOURCES

Learn more about Soul Matters curriculum guides.

JOIN OUR RE FACEBOOK PAGE

Here.

Have you had the opportunity to check out our new website?

Take a minute to leave us a review!

Google Reviews

Yelp Reviews

Yellow Pages Review

WELCOME

UU Friend

School is afoot! Some children are going back to their classes, others are going virtual... however your child will be educated this year, we got your back. RE has begun to deliver some school supplies between yesterday and today. The idea is to lend a hand to our families as we gradually shift in to this new 'normal'. We have to have each other's back in times of uncertainty.

We are here for you.

"Once we discover how to appreciate the timeless values in our daily experiences, we can enjoy the best things in life".

-Henry Hepner

Religious Education Virtual Classes K-12th

The Lifelines in Our UU Chalice:

● Notice how three lifelines are represented in the symbol of our UU chalice:

The flame represents the connection to our inner light and deepest self. (Lifeline to self)
The two circles around the chalice symbolize our two faith traditions. Each in their own way reminds us to trust that life and other people are sources of joy and support. (Lifeline to life’s gifts and joy)
The chalice bowl represents our common life together. We also like the way it represents a cup with which one uses to feed or offer drink to others. And in doing so, becomes a reminder of our calling to serve needs greater than our own. (Lifeline to others)

Calendar Connections

August 18, 1920 - The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, granting women the right to vote.

August 21, 1959 - President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed a proclamation admitting Hawaii to the Union as the 50th state.

August 22 Birthday - French composer Claude Debussy (1862-1918) was born in St. Germain-en-Laye, France. His unusual chords, based on the whole-tone scale, laid the groundwork for a new style of music called impressionism.

Healthy Resources

Community Family Counseling Services

When parents and teens don’t see eye-to-eye, small issues become big problems. Family Resources offers individual and family counseling that provides a clear path to resolution. Family crisis intervention addresses the issues that led to the crisis (including regularly missing school, running away from home, and displaying unmanageable behaviors) and then assesses the likelihood of future problems.

Family and individual counseling offers a safe refuge for parents and kids. Trained, dedicated, and available staff will help you overcome your difficulties. As soon as possible, a counselor is assigned to your family who is ready to identify solutions that will begin the healing process.

Learn More

The first day of school is Monday, Aug. 24. You'll find everything you need to know to start the year off right, including the new student calendar, exam, test and report card schedules, back to school nights and lunch prices.

District's Reopening Plan
The district worked diligently to develop a ReOpening Plan that keeps the health and well-being of students and staff at the forefront, while also creating a nurturing and productive learning environment.

We have worked closely with our local medical advisory group, used the latest health information, guidance from the CDC, and your feedback to provide three learning options for Fall 2020. Details of those options can be read here so you can make an informed decision about your student’s education. For one of the three options, MyPCS Online, families can take a virtual training about Canvas, which will be the learning platform. Learn more

Parent Power!

All parents believe that children can and will succeed. Parents are the bridge to that success. You can accomplish this by taking these steps:

Be responsible. - Make education a priority in your home.

Be committed. - Continue supporting your child throughout the year.

Be positive. - Provide positive feedback.

Be patient. - Show your child that you care through your commitment and encouragement.

Be attentive. - Discipline should be appropriate and consistent. Provide them with an opportunity to correct behavior.

Be precise. - Provide clear and direct instructions.

Be mindful of mistakes. - Look over work and help him or her correct any errors.

Be diligent. - Work with your child and teacher(s) throughout the year.

Be innovative. - Keep learning lively and dynamic.

BE THERE. - Just be there for your child - to answer questions, listen, to give advic

Unitarian Universalist Church of St. Petersburg is not affiliated nor a sponsor of the community events posted on our UUSP RE e-newsletters. The information is derived from PeachJar.com, The Parent's Guide Magazine and City of St. Petersburg Events page, PlayLargo.com and various applications for family engagement strictly for informational purposes only. The information posted is not for profit or for monetary gain unless specified to contribute to a fundraiser in whereas the donations are to UU and/or UUA affiliates such as UUSC. If you have any questions or concerns about this statement, reply to this email.

Stay Connected!

Friend Jeanay Johnson here. I am the Religious Education Coordinator & Communications Coordinator at UUSP. This newsletter is put together by myself using family based resources from SoulMatters and many more. If you have any submissions for the RE weekly newsletter, please submit your information to email me by noon every Tuesday to have it posted to the newsletter for Friday's e-print.