March/April 2020
Parent Update from the Executive Director

Dear CTC Families,

I hope this message finds that all is well with you and your family as we continue to weather these challenging times together. Here are several items you may find of interest, as we are in our third week of remote learning: 

Return to School - As of right now, the date for returning to our campuses is far from clear. When the time comes, the CTC leadership will be making that decision in consideration of the unique vulnerabilities of our students. Of course the date will be no earlier than what is decided by the NJDOE for all schools. Whatever the return date will be, rest assured that the health and safety of your children is our number one priority. 

Remote Learning - Our teachers, therapists, teaching assistants and other support staff did a tremendous job getting everything ready for the initial shift from on-site to remote (i.e. home) learning. We are grateful for the many emails, videos, photos and notes of support. 

Counseling and Support - CTC Academy has the good fortune to have two social workers who are here to support you. Should you want to speak to one of our social workers about how this challenging time is affecting your child and/or family, please do not hesitate to reach out to them.

Fair Lawn Campus , DelMarie Alvarez @ dalvarez@ctcacademy.org
Oakland Campus , Kim Martiak @ kmartiak@ctcacademy.org

As always, please reach out if I can be of any assistance. We're in this together. 

All the best,
 
Ken Berger
Executive Director
Mark Your Calendars - Spring Break

As noted on the school calendar, the week of April 6th - 10th, the CTC Academy will be closed for Spring Break. Please note that there will be no remote learning during this time as staff and students are off for Spring Break.
Remote Learning

CTC Academy's "Remote Learning" is in session...kudos to our CTC families for using the tools and to our dedicated staff for putting the lessons and support systems together while we do our best to keep everyone safe and healthy. Check  Facebook  for photos and video of our students at work! CTC families - staff is at the ready (all hands on deck)
to answer questions and provide needed support. We are all in this together! 

Share Your Photos!
CTC families, please send us photos and video of your CTC student using the Remote Learning tools at home!
Photos/Video can be emailed to:  info@ctcacademy.org
THE SOCIAL WORK DEPARTMENT, Kim Martiak & Delmarie Alvarez

NJ COVID-19 Resources

Click HERE for a list of state and community resources that was sent by Paul Aronsohn, the Ombudsman for Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities and Their Families.

Self-Care is Important

During this stressful and unpredictable time, it is important to remember to take care of yourselves and to try to manage your stress levels. 
Click HERE for some quick stress relief tips!

Zensational Kids

Offers weekly calls for parents, caregivers, and educators to help support their social, emotional, physical and mental well-being.
Click HERE for more information!

Emergency Funding
The Arc of NJ will be processing requests from any individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, their families and any qualified community-based organizations that provide support to people with developmental disabilities who are affected by the Coronavirus.
Click HERE for more information!
AMERICAN LEGION VISIT

During their unit on History and Wars, Ms. Dana V's class took the opportunity to visit with some local veterans at the Fair Lawn American Legion. They learned about the veterans’ service to our country and expressed their appreciation as they worked together on a craft. 
March Happenings at CTC Academy!
Check out facebook for more photos and videos!
Celebrating "Read Across America" Day at our Oakland Campus!
Celebrating Dr. Seuss' Birthday with Silly Hats at our Fair Lawn Campus!
Our Students Learning Remotely!