MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES:
Online help for students and families
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The outbreak of COVID-19 can result in stress, especially for students who may be struggling to process fear and anxiety related to the virus. FVSD's Support Services team of School Counselors and School Psychologists has compiled information on our site which may be helpful for students and families. Included are resources for talking to students about COVID-19 and coping with stress. Moreover, links and information on FVSD's mental health and wellness resources, including CareSolace, Outreach Concern and our middle school counselors, are available. Lastly, there are a number of community healthy partners and emergency resources included for our families. For all of our mental health and wellness resources, please visit our site here.
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IT HELP:
Connect with our IT Team for assistance with your District-issued Chromebook
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Our IT Team is available to assist you with issues or questions you may have regarding your District-issued Chromebook. If you need assistance from our IT Team, please email [email protected] with your contact information and a brief description of your concern. |
STAY INFORMED:
Corona Virus (COVID-19) Resources Available Online
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We are continuing to closely monitor the coronavirus (also named COVID-19) situation, and we want you to know that safeguarding our students' and staffs' health remains our top priority. We are working in close cooperation with the Orange County Health Agency, the California Department of Public Health, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to make sure that our District and school staff are receiving the most up-to-date information.
The most current information and links to resources are included in both the CDC an OCHCA websites. |
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Happy Friday!
Earlier this week, we had the privilege of honoring our amazing veterans for all they have given to protecting our freedoms. On behalf of the entire FVSD Family, we want to send a very special thank you to all of the men and women of service who work tirelessly to protect and serve us. We hope you know how much we appreciate you! In this issue we are happy to share: - Additional tips and resources for parents
- News of our recently honored Courreges students: Dirk, Meka and Beck Troutman
- Results of our recent Parent and Student Surveys
Thank you for all that you continue to do to support teaching and learning!
Kindly,
Mark Johnson, Ed.D.
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HIGHLIGHT: Additional Tips and Resources for Parents Related to COVID-19 from Nurse Melanni Evans
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Additional Tips and Resources for Parents
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Thank you, parents and care givers for your support of our return to in person instruction. We are thrilled to have students back on campus and appreciate your partnership in ensuring a safe learning environment. District Nurse, Melanni Evans, shares additional tips and resources for families. Thank you for everything that you are doing to support teaching and learning in our classrooms!
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SPOTLIGHT: Courreges Students Dirk, Meka and Beck Troutman Student Book Scholars 2020 National Winners!
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Way to go Dirk, Meka and Beck Troutman!!
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Courreges students Dirk, Meka and Beck Troutman were recently honored as 2020 National Winners of the Student Book Scholars contest for their book, From Bullies to Buddies! Hosted by the National Youth Foundation, the Student Book Scholars contest challenges student teams to create books based upon an assigned theme. This year's theme was anti-bullying. The winning book is published and distributed to local schools and libraries. The winning team also receives hardcover copies of their book and $500. Dirk, Meka and Beck's book, From Bullies to Buddies, tells the story of a student who is bullied and bravely reaches out to the bully to make friends. The Troutman siblings did a fantastic job writing and illustrating their book. Recently, Super Bowl Champion Corey Clement of the Philadelphia Eagles joined the National Youth Foundation for a zoom call with these fantastic students to celebrate their recognition. Congratulations Dirk, Meka and Beck Troutman!
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THANK YOU VETERANS!: This Veterans Day and Always, We Thank Our Veterans for Your Service
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SPOTLIGHT: Parent Survey Results
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At the end of October, we reached out to our elementary and middle school parents to gain insight into the experiences of families returning to in person instruction through the Hybrid Model. Nearly 2,000 responses were received across the two surveys. Parents shared positive feedback regarding communication both at the District and site level. In addition, most parents at both levels noted that the safety measures implemented at drop-off/pick-up and during in-class instruction were effective or very effective. And, parents at both levels also noted that the return to in-person learning has has a mostly positive effect on their student's learning and social-emotional well-being. Valuable feedback was also shared through survey results and open ended questions regarding self-guided/remote instructional activities.
Moreover, we also survey our students in grades 3-8 regarding their experiences to date participating in in-person instruction through the Hybrid Model. More than 2,400 responses were received across the two surveys. The majority of students shared positive feedback regarding in-person instruction, showing some preference for being in the classroom versus virtual on Mondays. And the while some students reported challenges in learning, the majority of students shared that they felt their teacher was there to help them when needed. Students at both levels also shared advice for their teachers/principals as well as questions for staff that will help to further guide our programs going forward.
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!: We Wish You a Wonderful Holiday!
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As we approach the Thanksgiving Holiday, we hope that you have a moment to time with family in whatever form you are able to this year, whether virtually or just with those in your household. Enjoy a safe holiday break. Happy Thanksgiving from our FVSD Family to yours!
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TAG IT: Join Us as We Celebrate #TheFVSDFamily!
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This year, more than ever, we celebrate The FVSD Family! Made up of committed teachers, hard-working support staff, and engaged students, and supported by fantastic parents, guardians and our community, we are grateful to be a part of our FVSD Family. We hope that you will join us in documenting how you celebrate The FVSD Family by capturing the amazing moments in our school year, whether at home or on campus, and tagging your photos on social media. Show us why you are a proud members of The FVSD Family with the tags: #TheFVSDFamily #TheFVSDWay #FVSDDriven #WeHeartFVSD.
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