Parent Resources
- Helpful Articles (17)
- Home Fun (31)
- Life Skills (21)
- Physical Activity (3)
- Resource List, Parents (21)
- Social Emotional Learning (17)
Writing prompts, Lessons from the News, Mindfulness, TikTok, Crafts and Author Readings including posts/videos from well known YA and Middle Grade Authors like John Green, Matt de la Peña and Elizabeth Acevedo
Drawing, Singing and Do it Yourself Project fun
Resources for Virtual Field Trips to National Parks and Museums as well as outdoor projects
Laundry, Typing, Media Literacy, Health Eating lessons for 6th - 12th grade
Shoe Tying, Washing Hands, Typing, Media Literacy, Goal Setting, and Fine Motor Skills
Resources for supporting students with disabilities, especially those dealing school closures and distant learning situations
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