Routine is healthy for children, no matter the situation. In high-energy times of confusion and panic, however, positive repetition is crucial to staying stable and productive. As your family practices “social distancing,” or actions intended to stop or slow the spread of infection, establishing and maintaining a routine together with your child is the first… Continue reading Establishing and Maintaining a Routine for Your Child During the Coronavirus Crisis
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Always Look for the Helpers
“My mother used to say, whenever there would be a real catastrophe that was in the movies or on the air, she would say: ‘Always look for the helpers, there will always be helpers.’ … Because if you look for the helpers, you’ll know that there’s hope.” Mr. Rogers While I have very fond memories… Continue reading Always Look for the Helpers
Webinar: Transitioning to Distance Learning
As we transition to distance learning, we have to accept that a little help is needed. This is in regards to managing, establishing routines, being disciplined and navigating through all of the online platforms with little to no problems. The National Catholic Education Association (NCEA) has organized a free webinar to help you master the… Continue reading Webinar: Transitioning to Distance Learning
New Broadcast Schedule of Masses
The Diocese of Brooklyn’s cable channel, NET-TV, will be broadcasting more services on Sundays and during the week. These services, in multiple languages, started on Sunday, March 22.
Letter to Parents From Superintendent Chadzutko
For everyone, this has been a challenging week! Adjusting to new routines for you and your children, keeping your family safe and healthy and managing your work-related responsibilities has been difficult.
Letter to Parents From Thomas Chadzutko, Superintendent~Catholic School Support Services
Download a PDF pdf of this letter Descargue un pdf de esta carta Download yon pdf nan lèt sa a Dear Parents and Guardians, For everyone, this has been a challenging week! Adjusting to new routines for you and your children, keeping your family safe and healthy and managing your work-related responsibilities has been difficult.… Continue reading Letter to Parents From Thomas Chadzutko, Superintendent~Catholic School Support Services
New York State Testing Programs Suspended
Due to the ongoing battle with COVID-19 (Coronavirus), the Board of Regents Chancellor Betty A. Rosa and Interim State Education Commission Shannon Tahoe have decided to suspend the following New York State testing programs for the rest of the school year.
COVID-19: How to Inform and Reassure Your Child
Don’t leave your children in the dark. Instead, establish and stick to a plan to keep your child up-to-date and aware of the reality of COVID-19 and its effect on both your community and family.
Coronavirus Distance Learning: 2020 Parents’ Guide to Google Classroom
Here is a helpful 2020 Parents’ Guide to Google Classroom.
Activity Suggestions From Janet Heed, District Superintendent
Dear Parents, These circumstances we face are new for all of us. We understand that these days can be more challenging than a typical snow day. As teachers continue instruction via distance learning, we also realize need for other activities. Looking at the positive…this is a gift of time that we would not have if… Continue reading Activity Suggestions From Janet Heed, District Superintendent