Monday, May 4, 2020

Lincoln News for May 4, 2020

Virtual Learning - Week 6

May 4, 2020 Virtual Learning Edition - Volume Five


May the 4th Be With You!
Here is the student news for today.

The first week of May is dedicated as Teacher Appreciation Week throughout the nation. Our SJPS teachers are so very special. They go above and beyond to love and support our children. This is more evident than ever during this time of remote connectivity. Please join me in thanking your child's teacher this week. 

We'd also like to thank you - your child's first teacher. Thank you for all that you do to inspire growth, creativity, and perseverance. Together we make a great team! #BetterTogether

In the next few weeks, we hope to have some scheduled times when you can come to the school to collect leftover belongings and drop off things like library books etc...

E-Learning Updates
Great job to our elementary kids on their first week of remote learning! They ROCKED IT with 97% of the students logging in, getting work done and showing progress!

We adjusted our plan to share lessons and activities earlier on Mondays to best support our families. You will now receive information from your child's teacher first thing on Mondays. Thank you for your feedback and ongoing commitment to supporting learning from home.

Wi-Fi HotspotsWe are delighted to announce the district is strengthening our Wi-Fi and setting up Hotspots at all our campuses. Clarke, Brown, Lincoln, Upton, and the High School all have a designated hotspot for our families to use while in their vehicles.

Schools of Choice
Due to the current restrictions related to COVID-19, St. Joseph Public Schools is postponing the School of Choice application period originally scheduled for May 1-22. When some of the restrictions have lifted and people are able to enter our buildings, we will advertise the application window. In the meantime, please continue to check our website www.sjschools.org for updated information as we plan for the future.

Social and Emotional Support
Our social workers continue to offer support to our families during this time. Please check out the links below to see their message and great ideas. You can also email them at guidance@sjschools.org and visit our website sjschools.org for updated information, including this list of social/emotional resources.

In addition, our social workers are hosting a drop-in forum to support our families on Thursday evenings at 6:00 p.m. Please click on the link below to join.


featuring Mrs. Jasiak and Mrs. Van Hekken








Support for Our FamiliesTechnology - Contact support@sjschools.org or call (269) 926-3100 for repair/support of school issued devices or for learners who need a device or do not have internet access during the closure. Note: public libraries and schools will provide wi-fi access from their parking lots while people remain in their vehicles.

Meals - Mondays and Thursdays from 11:00AM-12:30PM at the St Joseph High School back entrance off of Lakeview Ave. These resources in our community are also available for support: Area Food Sites and Distribution

If you are in need of food or interested in making a monetary donation to assist in this time of crisis, here’s a list of local Food Bank Options

Community Support Resources - 211 is a free, confidential service that helps people find the local resources they need (social, emotional, health care, unemployment and more). Dial 211 (or 844-875-9211) to speak with a community resource advisor who can provide info and referrals for everyday needs in times of crisis. For more, visit uwsm.org/2-1-1.


Deadlines Approaching
Our Annual Ren Baldwin Technology Festival and SJPS Foundation Calendar Photo Contest is still going on! Get creative and have some fun! Deadline for entries for the Tech Fest is May 5th and the Calendar Photo Contest is May 20th.



Email your entry to sjpsfoundation@sjschools.org

 It is the policy of the St. Joseph Public School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, disability, height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination during any program, activity, service or in employment.


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