Weekly Update
Keeping us connected during the COVID-19 School Closure
Principal's Post
The last full week in April is set aside as a time to recognize the professionals who keep an office running smoothly every day. At Trumbauersville, we are very fortunate to have Erin Haslett at the helm of our office operations. And on days when she has to be away, we have no fear because Deb Graver swoops in and keeps our school humming along! I know I speak for our whole school community when I say how thankful we are for our Office team of Erin and Deb! To that end, as we have missed having Erin greeting guests, answering phones and emails, and supporting students as she does, I have given this week's Principals Post space to her to say "hello" to the community. - Adam
I wanted to take this time to reach out to the families of Trumbauersville. I hope that you are healthy and safe at home but if you are or a loved one is sick, I wish you strength and a quick recovery.
I miss seeing your child's faces every day and their excited hellos as they start their day. I miss my daily line up of hugs I receive and the students' excitement as they tell me what they did the night before or over the weekend. I miss celebrating with students when they receive their Tiger Tickets for a job well done. I miss getting a chance to connect with parents when they come in to pick up their child for this appointment or that event. The list of things I miss are endless. Although I am still working to support the staff of Trumbauersvilles, not being able to connect with parents and students on a daily basis has made my heart heavy. But know that this will come to an end at some point and how sweet it will be to see your children or be able to connect with parents again. For now, I enjoying getting the Spirit Day photos and seeing your students that way. Keep them coming!
I wanted you to know that I'm still here to support you in anything you need, just reach out to me via email ehaslett@qcsd.org.
-Erin
From the Counseling Office:
Hello Trumbauersville families! With the closing of brick and mortar schools for the remainder of the school year, millions of families are forced to adjust to the new, however temporary, “normal” of working in or outside of the home while simultaneously monitoring and assisting with the e-learning of their children. (Breathe, and give yourselves a pat on the back, you are all rockstars!) The stress of juggling the many different schedules and activities alongside the temper tantrums, technical difficulties, or seemingly constant interruptions to your zoom conference calls can at times seem insurmountable. So how do we manage it all without having our own adult versions of temper tantrums?
Structure and routine.
The CDC notes that keeping up with routines can help your child better cope with the emotional challenges they may face during this current pandemic. Scheduling and maintaining a specific routine for work and play can not only aid in the management of anxiety and stress-related to the pandemic but can also make it easier to complete your own work.
Considerations to take when planning a daily schedule or routine for your child or family:
Set up a workspace for your children that is free from distractions (or as free from distractions as possible!)
Schedule out time for academics but also time to get outside or to take breaks throughout the day, including snacks and meals.
Consider your needs as a parent, especially if you are one who needs to work from home.
Plan a routine you can stick to!
For some additional tips on how to put together a schedule/routine that will work for you and your family, please view the following links below.
Learning at Home Tips for Creating a Daily Schedule for Kids
Rhythm and Routines for Young Children at Home
Please do not hesitate to reach out at any time with questions or concerns, be well!
Laura Gordon
School Counselor
Trumbauersville Students Learning
From the nurse's office
Parents often struggle with deciding when it is appropriate to treat their child’s fever. The Mayo Clinic offers general guidance on this topic. Their article helps parents reduce some guesswork in the decision-making process. Please note: The guidelines are for otherwise healthy children that do not have any underlying medical conditions, especially since children with medical conditions may need to have their fever concerns addressed promptly. Similarly, it is always best to consult your pediatrician for advice on specific recommendations and treatments for your child’s health needs.
Mayo Clinic’s link:
Click this link to learn how to make a homemade face mask: