Viking Newsletter
March/April 2020
Distance Learning/COVID-19 Resources for Families
The NBAPS Distance Learning Plan and COVID-19 resources can be found at the district's "Distance Learning/COVID-19" webpage, now available across the top of the NBAPS homepage. Find meal/curriculum pick-up schedules, PK-4 learning resources, FAQ, tips for helping kids cope, low-cost internet, previous messages to families, and more! Use this link to access state COVID-19 PSAs in several different languages.
Census 2020 - You Count!
Census 2020 is upon us and can shape many different aspects of your community, including health clinics, fire departments, schools, and even roads and highways. The federal government has created a multi-language website to answer all of your census-related questions. The page can be viewed in Spanish, Hmong, and several other languages. There is also a video in ASL for those who communicate using sign language.
Supt. candidate interviews this Thursday, April 2
The school board has identified three candidates for the position of superintendent, from a field of roughly 25. Candidates will be interviewed remotely by three committees this Thursday, April 2. Learn about the process and opportunities to observe the school board committee via live-stream at this link. Finalist interview(s) will take place Thursday, April 9.
Community Mental Health Resources
Therapeutic Services Agency: Therapeutic Services Agency (TSA) continues to operate the North Branch Day Treatment program at its Cambridge TSA location (1700 East Rum River Dr. - South Suite B). TSA does have telehealth options for students/families. New clients can call TSA’s referral line (320-629-7600) to make a new referral. The Department of Health has given agencies telehealth platforms options so TSA is able to serve many clients.
Allina Health: Allina has some resources to help you with kids struggling with the COVID-19 news. "Change to Chill" offers helpful ways to deal with stress and anxiety, and "Health Fueled by Fun" provides activities to help young people make healthy eating, exercise and life choices.
United Way: Greater Twin Cities United Way (United Way) is distributing $200,000 in a first round of immediate grants from the Greater Twin Cities COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund. Thirty-one of United Way’s existing, fully vetted housing and food security nonprofit partners will receive funding by March 25, 2020. The funds will be used to address critical community needs, including food, shelter, childcare, sanitation and hygiene supplies, and financial assistance for approximately 75,000 people across the region.
NAMI: The National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) has resources for families in need of mental health support during the COVID-19 response, including online support groups, online classes, resources, and answers to frequently asked questions. You can access NAMI's resources at this link.
Calendar tidbits!
- Activities and Community Education opportunities have been canceled at least through April.
- NBAPS remains on the 2019-20 calendar; there will be no distance learning Friday, April 10.
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Email: ptepoorten@isd138.org
Website: www.isd138.org
Location: 38705 Grand Avenue, North Branch, MN, USA
Phone: (651) 674-1000
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