Renner Report for Families
March 27, 2020
Renner Elementary School
School Office Hours: BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
School Phone: 816-359-4350
Principal: Sasha Kalis
Assistant Principal: Allison Page
Counselor: Kevin Bland
Social Worker: Tara Davis
FROM MRS. KALIS
Thank you so much for your patience as we've worked to shift instruction from onsite to virtual opportunities. As we move on to next week, please keep in mind that distance learning will look different for every family and we only expect you to do the best that you can do with virtual learning. Please try and work on what we send when the opportunity presents itself, but it’s okay not to set a minute-by-minute schedule.
This is a trying time for all families. Students are likely picking up on the added tension and anxiety that comes with parenting right now. They are used to the routine that school provides, and they miss their friends and teachers.
What kids need most right now is to feel safe and loved. Take time to go with them on walks, play board games, watch movies and enjoy this unexpected time we’ve been given to be with our family. Kids will remember this moment in their lives for how they felt during this time and not how many opportunities to learn they completed in a day.
Don’t worry too much about any regression in school as all of the students are in similar scenarios. When we all return to school our staff will continue to work and problem solve on how best to meet your child’s needs.
My husband is also an educator, and having everyone at home has not been easy for us. We are still working to find a balance that works for our high schooler, middle schooler and preschooler, as we are all working virtually the best we can.
Please remember, we are here for you. If we can support you in any way or answer any questions, please reach out!
Sincerely,
Sasha Kalis
GENERAL INFORMATION
Building Hours
Tuesday, March 31: Closed
Wednesday, April 1: Closed
Thursday, April 2: 9:00-2:00 (call to make an appointment
Friday, April 3: 9:00-2:00 (call to make an appointment
Canceled Events
- All Field Trips
- District Mathletics
- MAP Testing for 3rd-5th
- Book Fair
- Student Showcase & Book and Bike Night
- K/1 Musical
- PTA Cultural Arts Event for 3rd-5th
- PTA Boosterthon Fun Run
- April PTA Meeting
Distance Learning Information
March Madness with Books: Vote!
Meals
- All students can receive breakfast and lunch, free of charge.
- For students who currently receive Harvester back snacks, they will be available for parent pick up on Friday, March 27 and April 3. Parents can pick back snacks up from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at any of the locations serving food throughout the district.
- For students in need, Granite City at 8461 NW Prairie View Road is offering a free lunch, including a sandwich, chips and a beverage.
Optional Activities
Mrs. Taylor's Draw Along Activity
Renner Artists: After watching the above video, Mrs. Taylor would love to hear from you! Think about these questions as you work:
- What do you want to get better at drawing, a toy, pet, or person? (goal)
- What was the hardest part of getting started drawing?
- How did that problem change as you drew each day?
- What do you want to celebrate about your progress?
- What would you want to continue to work at improving?
- What else would you like to get better at drawing? (a new goal)
Report Card Access
Support
Your school counselor and social worker are here to meet your needs! We have a couple of bits of information for you as we all begin this period of distance learning:
- If your student visited with either the school counselor or school social worker regularly (individually or in a group), we will be reaching out via email to check-in.
- There are documents on your child's lesson slides under the Specials Choice Board that will supplement the counselor lessons we have delivered all year. These will be a great way to practice and reinforce some of the skills we have discussed in our Social-Emotional Learning.
- School Social Workers across the district are working to collect the most up-to-date resources that are available across our community. If you have any concerns about food, utilities, or housing, contact Tara Davis (davist@parkhill.k12.mo.us).
- As a reminder, lunch pickup is available in certain buildings, Monday through Friday, 11am-1pm. Backsnacks (weekend food packs) are also available at these locations and times on Fridays. Click this link to see a list of locations. Congress Middle School is the location closest to Renner.
- If your child is experiencing any emotional distress due to distance learning, social distancing, or COVID-19, any student or parent is able to contact us via the contact information listed below.
Kevin Bland
School Counselor
blandk@parkhill.k12.mo.us
Tara Davis
School Social Worker
RESOURCES and FOOD PANTRIES
COVID PLANS - MULTIPLE LANGUAGES
LEARNING FROM HOME
Renner Elementary School
Website: https://renner.parkhill.k12.mo.us
Location: 7401 Northwest Barry Road, Kansas City, MO, USA
Phone: 816-359-4350
Facebook: www.facebook.com/RennerElementary
Twitter: @parkhillrenner