Focus on what you do know and on what you can do now.
Think about the people you turn to in difficult times. Reach out to them now by phone, text, or computer. Maintaining your connections will get you through.
Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling.
You have fears and worries about the unknown. It's okay to have those feelings. It's okay to cry.
Attention: Tina Leitner's classroom at Grand Valley in Rocky Ford will close today (December 2) due to exposure to COVID-19. Children can return December 7. If your child experiences any COVID-19-related symptoms, please contact your primary medical provider.
Remember a period when you had a challenge or difficult time? Think about how you were able to get through it. Tap into your own strength. You are strong.
Did you know? Until children can tie their shoes (about age 8), they need help brushing their teeth. Your children’s teeth deserve the best protection against tooth decay. Use toothpaste with fluoride. More info at https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/publication/brushing-your-childs-teeth.
Think about all of the important things you do every day for your family. You are exactly the parent your children need you to be right now.
Your child's behavior may challenge you. It's okay. A change in routine can be stressful for a child. Children show they are upset the only way they know how – through their behavior. Don't take it personally when they act out. Pause, breathe, then respond.
We hope everyone enjoyed fall break! Just a reminder that children will return to school on Monday, November 29. We can’t wait to see everyone!
The non-filer tax portal for the Child Tax Credit closes November 15.
The deadline is fast approaching! DYK? Families who did not make enough money to file a 2020 tax return are still eligible for the Child Tax Credit. Use this simple online tool to enroll until Nov. 15, 2021. After that date, families will have to file taxes to receive the CTC. https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/child-tax-credit-non-filer-sign-up-tool #ChildTaxCredit #InvestingWithFamilies
The Child Tax Credit has been expanded to $3,600 per child under 6 and $3,000 per child 6–17 years old. Eligible non-filers can use this simple online tool to enroll in the Child Tax Credit until Nov. 15, 2021. After that date, families will have to file taxes to receive the CTC. https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/child-tax-credit-non-filer-sign-up-tool #ChildTaxCredit #InvestingWithFamilies
Dominos Pizza in Alamosa donated lunch to the Alamosa Migrant and Seasonal Head Start teachers, school staff and administrator. Thank you on behalf of the MSHS staff for this donation in recognition of the transformative work our teachers do every day, in the classroom and remotely, too.
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Bust common myths and learn the facts about COVID-19 vaccines and #SleeveUp4HeadStart by visiting https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/facts.html
Do you have questions about the COVID-19 vaccine? Get some answers here and #SleeveUpForHeadStart: https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/publication/covid-19-vaccines-faqs?
We are looking for substitute teachers for our centers in La Junta, Las Animas, Lamar, Rocky Ford and Manzanola!
McDonald's is holding a breakfast giveaway for teachers, school staff and administrators who can get a free “Thank You Meal” now through Oct. 15 at La Junta during breakfast hours.