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• Updated COVID-19 Resources - Supporting Distance Learning and Understanding the Pandemic

  As we continue with distance learning, we wanted provide updated resources to help.

  This is a link to Child Mind Institute and gives strategies for supporting learning at home.

  https://childmind.org/remote-learning-resources-for-families/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=guidelines%20and%20suggestions&utm_campaign=Weekly-04-21-20

  These two links are to the  PTA (Parent Teacher Association), both National and State, and provide resources to help support the educational, as well as the social and emotional needs of students, families and educators.

  https://www.pta.org/home/family-resources/coronavirus-information?fbclid=IwAR0NFdt-1j8ZVm8RmWRSa3FY_nZSatFCTTl4EafU_lhMSt-JEupOlyIuNbw 

  https://nyspta.org/home/covid-19/

  This is a link to the CNN/Sesame Street Town Hall, "ABC's of Covid-19".  It is a question/answer video for kids and families.

  https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/25/us/cnn-sesame-street-town-hall-coronavirus-trnd/index.html

  This link explains social distancing to the elementary or middle school child.

  https://www.brainpop.com/socialstudies/news/flatteningthecurve/

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• COVID-19 Resources

  Hello Parents, Below are links to resources that can advise you on how to talk to your kids about the Coronavirus and also how to manage any related stress.

  Talking to Kids:

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

  https://higherlogicdownload.s3.amazonaws.com/NASN/3870c72d-fff9-4ed7-833f-215de278d256/UploadedImages/PDFs/02292020_NASP_NASN_COVID-19_parent_handout.pdf

  Useful Video Explaining the Virus to Kids:

  https://www.brainpop.com/health/diseasesinjuriesandconditions/coronavirus/

  Cute Story Explaining Social Distancing to Kids:

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=DA_SsZFYw0w&app=desktop

  Dealing with Stress Resources:

  https://store.samhsa.gov/system/files/sma14-4885.p

  https://extension.psu.edu/programs/betterkidcare/knowledge-areas/environment-curriculum/activities/all-activities/stress-busting-activities-for-young-children

  Additional Resources from Child Mind Institute:

  • Twice daily Facebook Live videochats featuring our expert clinicians
  • Daily parent tips on childmind.org, Facebook and Instagram at 8am
  • Comprehensive coronavirus resources for parents on childmind.org

   

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• Fun Friday!

  Hello MPB Families!  Hope you are all faring well during this unprecedented time.  I understand as time goes on social distancing gets harder and harder.   It also may get harder to come up creative, fun ways to keep ourselves and families busy.   Below are links with activities that you can do with your children.  They include crafts, games, and cooking ideas. I will continue to add to this page, so check back from time to time.

  https://www.familyeducation.com/fun/indoor-activities/top-10-rainy-day-activities

  https://www.mykidstime.com/things-to-do/50-fun-rainy-day-activities-for-kids/

  https://iheartcraftythings.com/spring-crafts.html

  https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/packages/recipes-for-kids/cooking-with-kids

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• 3/23 - Mindful Monday

  Hello Parents,  As we all manage our stress related to COVID-19, it is important to be mindful.  What is being mindful?  Mindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment through a gentle, nurturing lenses.  When we practice mindfulness, our thoughts tune into the present moment rather than thinking about the past or future.

  Below are mindful exercises/resources for kids and families... 

  https://www.huffpost.com/entry/8-ways-to-teach-mindfulness-to-kids_b_5611721

  https://www.fablefy.com/

  https://positivepsychology.com/mindfulness-for-children-kids-activities/

  http://mindfulnessforteens.com/

  https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene

   

  Free Mindful Apps:  Breathe; Calm

   

  Maybe take some time out of today and everyday to try these activities with your kids.

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• Career Month

  Students are learning about different careers this month!  Several presenters will visit our school to discuss their job and answer student questions.  Some examples include a hairdresser, a pet store manager, a paralegal, a dental hygienist, police and a clown.

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• Internet Safety and Cyberbullying Presentation

  Secondary Students will attend an Internet Safety and Cyberbullying Presentation given by the District Attorney on February 28th at 2:00 pm.

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• ACCES-VR Presentation

  Please join us on January 15th, 2020 at 10:00 am in the Mulit-Media Center for the presentation "Transition Services: Choices After High School" presented by Michelle Green, an ACCESS-VR representative.  RSVP: email -  lscinicariello@mpbschools.org or call/text 914-598-6164.

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• Alumni Day 12/15!

  Alumni Day is fast approaching! Alumni- email mpbs-alumni@mpbschools.org if you are planning to attend on 12/15!!

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• Penny Power Drive!

  MPB is collecting pennies for families who are less fortunate and in need for the upcoming holidays! Classes are competing with one another to see who can raise the most money for our cause! Thank you for supporting! 

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• MPB Summer Program!

  In the afternoons, students will engage in global exploration!

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