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Nurses, social workers, and guidance counselors will continue meeting the needs of our students to address any and all social-emotional needs through the updating of their websites to provide resources to students.  Additionally, staff will be available to students via email for personalized support during regular school hours, Monday through Friday between 8:00 am and 3:00 pm. In some circumstances, social workers and guidance counselors may need to provide student support via phone conference. If at any time you need emergency support, you should call 911 immediately.   

 

 

We understand the growing concerns over the coronavirus (COVID-19) across our communities.  As your community support we want to support you as best we can through these difficult times.  Your health and social and emotional well being is important. We urge you to follow these CDC guidelines for best preventive practices:

 

  • Clean your hands often.

  • Avoid close contact with people that are sick.

  • Keep your child home if they are sick. 

  • Cover coughs and sneezes

 

Additionally, if your child is asking questions or demonstrating some concerns about the current life events, here are some online resources to help you connect with your child in a meaningful way to help them understand and cope.  

 

In speaking with your child/children it is important to practice the following:

 

 

  • Make yourself available.

  • Remain calm and reassuring.

  • Monitor television viewing and social media.

  • Avoid excessive blaming.

  • Be honest and accurate.

  • Maintain a normal routine to the extent possible.

  • Know the symptoms of COVID-19.

  • Review and model basic hygiene and healthy lifestyle practices for protection.

  • Discuss new rules or practices at school

  • Communicate with your school.

 

 

For a more detailed explanation of these guidelines, we urge you to read the article in the link below.  Please note, the article is provided in multiple languages.  Once you open the link you will see the option on the right hand side of the page.  It is a most worthwhile read. 

 

https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/talking-to-children-about-covid-19-(coronavirus)-a-parent-resource

 

 

For further assistance, here are community resources available to you. 

 

 

North Hudson Community Action Corp.

 

The Hudson County community action agency provides free food, meals, and groceries to the low income. In addition, they can help people apply for government assistance, public aid, and are a great place for referrals. For example, learn about rent assistance, programs for electric bills, and food stamps/WIC.

 

 

 

Perform Care

 

 

 

Palisades Emergency Residence Corp. (PERC Shelter)

 

The shelter will also provide assistance to the homeless in Hudson County, ranging from a free hot meal to blankets or clothing.

 

  • 108 36th St.

  • Union City, NJ, 07087

  • Call - (201) 348 - 8150

 

 PARENT RESOURCES ON HOW TO TALK TO KIDS ABOUT COVID-19

 

 

https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/talking-to-children-about-covid-19-(coronavirus)-a-parent-resource

 

https://childmind.org/article/talking-to-kids-about-the-coronavirus/

 

 

 https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-coronavirus

 

 

https://www.unicef.org/coronavirus/how-talk-your-child-about-coronavirus-covid-19

 

 

If you have any questions or concerns you can always reach me at 201-553-4000 x31215 or email: [email protected].