Student Wellness - Back to School 2022: Resources f...

Back to School 2022: Resources for a Strong Start      RESOURCES   Resources to help support you and your student. Click on image to view booklet Our Back to School booklet is full of resources to help you and your child begin the school year strong. Be sure to review the COVID updates and the tips to help ease back into the school routine. CDPH Guidance recommends that students get tested for COVID prior to returning to school following major breaks. To facilitate that recommendation, we will distribute antigen tests for all students to use before returning to school. Antigen Test Pick-Up will be: August 15, 16, and 17th 3:00 - 6:00 pm At the District Office We will be distributing Flow Flex tests.   For information on administering these tests at home, visit the Flow Flex instructions page . Students will receive two tests, one to test on Thursday, August 18, before going to school.  The second is to be used on the morning of Monday, August 22.  You only need to report positive test results to your school site The Clubhouse program offers a safe and supervised environment on your child's school campus.  It is a fun and positive place for children to learn and grow every day before and after school.   Registration for the 2022-2023 school year is now open. Need Help Now? LGUSD Student Wellness Supports Web Page Dial 988  - National Suicide Hotline Text RENEW or HELP  to 741741 Trevor Lifeline 1-866-488-2387    Get Help Now: The Trevor Project Student Wellness is a publication of LGUSD ©2022 Contact the editor at district@lgusd.org August  10, 2022

Wednesday, Aug 10 2022

Student Wellness July 2022

July Resources   RESOURCES   Resources to help support you and your student. Camp Wonderopolis: Free Online Learning Programs Camp Wonderopolis is a free online camp aimed at helping campers build vocabulary, science knowledge, critical thinking skills, and literacy skills with fun, interactive activities. Camp Wonderopolis offers five different adventures on topics such as music, engineering, health and fitness, tech, and more. Each adventure includes a week's worth of online and offline self-directed activities for campers to continue their learning throughout summer. Building Literacy in Science Literacy in the Sciences connects a mastery of reading and writing skills to understanding science and math including cause and effect and vocabulary development. Specifically targeting parents of early learners, elementary, and middle school children, Reading Rockets offers recommendations and activities to help students develop STEM and literacy skills. Check out this month’s tip sheet, perfect for July activities. Outdoor Explorations July is Disability Pride Month For the past 32 years, July has been an important month for the disability community. The Americans With Disabilities Act was passed on July 26th, 1990. One billion people, 15%-20% of the human population, live with a disability.  Here are ways you can support Disability Pride Month: Educate yourself about ableism AccessLiving.org defines ableism as, “The discrimination of and social prejudice against people with disabilities based on the belief that typical abilities are superior. At its heart, ableism is rooted in the assumption that disabled people require ‘fixing’ and defines people by their disability.” To learn more about ableism, visit Access Living . Read books by disabled authors and journalists Check out these book lists   to explore disabilities with children.   Disability Awareness Books 1 6 Shelf-Worthy Children's Books About Disabilities for All Students Stand up for inclusion All students can learn from each other and benefit from classrooms with diverse students with diverse talents. Support conversations with your own child when they reflect on their classroom interactions.  LGUSD is committed to equity for all students to ensure they get what they need to succeed. Be aware of your language Avoid unkind language about disabled people. “Everyday” verbal expressions often communicate a negative slight or insult in relation to disabilities. To explore language to avoid, visit Access Living . There has been disagreement about whether it is preferable to use “people-first language,” i.e., “people with disabilities,” or disability-first language, i.e., “disabled people.” The ADA National Network has guidelines for writing about people with disabilities that provide examples, but when in doubt, it is always best to ask individuals what they prefer. Need Help Now? LGUSD Student Wellness Supports Web Page Dial 988  - National Suicide Hotline Text RENEW or HELP  to 741741 Trevor Lifeline 1-866-488-2387    Get Help Now: The Trevor Project July 2022

Friday, Jul 15 2022

Student Wellness June 2022 - Summer Supports

IT'S OK TO ASK FOR HELP Summer Supports Summer Counseling If your child needs to check in with a school counselor this summer, we have individual and group counseling available through July 15, 2022.  Please use this form  to reques t a student session with a school counselor .   LGUSD Wellness Year in Review And a Look Ahead Whew!  This was a busy year for our counselor team.  Take a look at some of the highlights from the 2021-2022 year and view on what's on the horizon for the 2022-2023 year.  This issue is also packed with parent resources. June Wellness Newsletter Lunches Available this Summer Free Meals Available Free meals are available to all children 18 and under this summer.  No registration is required!  Find a site near you:   www.shfb.online/meals     Local Voices Los Gatos High Students Recognized for Mental Health Short Film Students at Los Gatos High School were recognized as statewide winners and regional finalists in this year's Directing Change Program & Film Contest. The students were awarded for their short film, titled "Pieces," about suicide prevention and mental health. Watch the film and check out the list of all 2022 winners . Los Gatos Summer Opportunities If you are still looking for some fun summer activities, here are some local resources to explore. Library Resources Summer reading and activities LGS Rec Dep t   Camps and Summer Activities Volunteer Opportunity The Town of Los Gatos is looking for volunteers to help with the 4th of July Bike Valet at Oak Meadow Park.  Students are welcome.  To volunteer visit the Volunteer Sign-up sheet today. When signing up, please indicate in the comments that you are a student.   Student Wellness Strategic Plan Objective #1 - Student Wellness Stay Informed! Keep up with everything LGUSD! Our Schools Contact the LGUSD Pride editor at district@lgusd.org

Tuesday, Jun 21 2022

LGUSD Superintendent's Update - June 2022 (Year End ...

Superintendent Paul Johnson shares an end of the year message. Stay Informed Student Wellness Strategic Plan Objective #1 - Student Wellness Be Informed! Connect with Our Schools June 2, 2022

Friday, Jun 03 2022

Reminder: COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic June 3 @ RJ Fisher

COVID -19 Vaccine Clinic - June 3, 2022 Registration is open for the COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic.  COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Friday,June 3, 2022. 9:00 am - 1:00 pm RJ Fisher Middle School 19195 Fisher Ave Los Gatos, CA The clinic will offer COVID-19 vaccines (1st, 2nd doses and all boosters) for all eligible individuals and Rapid Antigen Test Kits to community members. This clinic is in partnership with Safeway/Albertsons.

Friday, May 27 2022

Parent Square Coming Soon to LGUSD

Welcome!   We are excited that LGUSD will begin using ParentSquare to communicate with families and the community. ParentSquare provides a simple and safe way for everyone to connect with the district. With ParentSquare you’ll be able to: Receive all district and school communication via email, text, or app View the school and RSVP for events Securely receive important documents You will soon receive an invitation email or text to join ParentSquare, set your preferences, and begin engaging with the LGUSD community. It takes less than a minute. If you do not activate your account you will still receive email notifications. The benefit of activating your account is that you can set up notification and language preferences (over 100 language translations available). 

Tuesday, Feb 22 2022