Cambridge Communicator
June 19, 2020
Principal's Message
We miss you!
Specialists' Town Hall
The Specialists will be available at these times to say goodbye.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1fMIJ5pWlDf9pAVj1Ph_8rMk6D4eGf1act0kiEaMHr8Q/edit?usp=sharing
Summer Reading 2020
Click here for information -->Summer Reading 2020
Art Work
Attention All Parents & Students:
Unfortunately a few students are missing artwork and it appears some students have artwork that is not theirs. I started a padlet as a lost and found for artwork. Please help me get the artwork back to the right students.
Thank you for your help,
Kristin Mallon
Music Padlet
Happy summer everyone! We have really enjoyed making music with you this school year. We would love to keep our music community connected this summer so we created a summer music Padlet! Your child is welcome to submit a song they are singing or learning on their instruments to the Padlet ALL summer long! Dances are welcome, too!
Here's the address and password:
https://padlet.com/MrsStanek/summermusic
Password: summer
Registration for instrument lessons and rentals is also available on our weebly at camusic.weebly.com.
Have a wonderful summer!
-Mrs. Garwood, Mr. Piszko, Mrs. Stanek
Cambridge Instrument Drive
-Google slide with instruments and registration link:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1E4ccoelaWFdNjd1ZcGtl9Xqa2sQ0oXPH7A-11lUYslE/edit?usp=sharing
Sign Up for the Ed Foundation Tour de South Brunswick!
5th Annual Cambridge School 100 Mile Summer Challenge
Don't forget that registration for the 5th Annual Cambridge School 100 Mile Summer Challenge is NOW OPEN! As a reminder our current 5th Grade students are eligible to participate this year! Registration will close on July 1st, which is the day the program starts.
100 Miles sounds like a lot......but it is only 1.61 miles a day! Please see the flier here. Please follow the directions on the flier for registration, including signing up for the REMIND NOTIFICATIONS.
INFORMATION ON LUNCH MONEY REFUNDS
If your child is graduating or your family is moving out of the district or if you would like the balance transferred to a younger sibling still in the district, please click here for form to fill out the request.
We can not change or cancel anything through MySchoolBucks. If you have reoccurring charges you must log in to your account and cancel or suspend the transactions.
Otherwise, your child(ren)s breakfast/lunch money will stay in their account and carry over to the following school year. If you still wish to receive a refund please click here to complete request.
All requests can be emailed or mailed below, please allow 3-4 weeks for all refund requests.
Email - Michele.Armstrong@sbschools.org
Mail - Chartwells Dining Services
c/o South Brunswick High School
750 Ridge Road
Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
We appreciate the generosity of our South Brunswick families, but we can not accept donations.
For any other questions please feel free to contact Maryam.Arnold@sbschools.org directly.
Family Resources
Dear Cambridge School Parents/Guardians,
As we adapt to the ever changing information and lifestyle impact pertaining to COVID-19, the South Brunswick School District Elementary Counselors want to provide some general guidance and resources that may be helpful for answering your children’s questions in age-appropriate ways. As we work together to navigate remote/virtual learning, we also want to assure you that we are here to assist you and provide support to you and your family. Here are a few tips to consider when talking with your children about the coronavirus:
Make time to talk and encourage your children to share feelings about how their routines have changed over the last several days. Give young children information that is developmentally appropriate. Here is a resource titled, SAMHSA Talking with Children Tips for Caregivers, Parents and Teachers During Infectious Disease Outbreaks for your reference. It is broken down by age group with the best ways you can respond to your child.
Remind your child that worrying about their safety is your job using phrases like, “It’s my job to keep you safe.” Do your best to reassure them that health and school officials are working hard to ensure that people stay safe and healthy.
Consider reducing the exposure to media sources about the coronavirus. Too much information about this topic can lead to worries and confusion. You know your child best. Let their questions guide you, as you decide what and how much information to share.
Children look to adults for cues as how to respond to stressful situations. Keep in mind, children will react to both what we say and how we say it. They are acutely aware of conversations around them.
Please remember, managing your own stress FIRST is the best way to help with your child’s stress. Take some deep breaths, go for a walk and remind yourself that you are doing the best you can during a very stressful time.
I will be available via email and will also be happy to communicate with you by phone as needs arise. I may not be immediately available, but I check my email frequently throughout the day and will respond as soon as I can.
If your child is experiencing a mental health emergency, please contact Mobile Response/Perform Care at 877-652-7624. If you or another adult are experiencing a mental health emergency, please contact Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care at https://ubhc.rutgers.edu/clinical/overview.xm or call: 855-515-5700.
Let your child know that we have put together some fun lessons and activities that they can choose from during Remote Learning: Link to K-5 Work These lessons can be found at the bottom of the Specialists Classes Choice Board under the heading Counseling.
I have a weebly that has additional activities to help with stress and mindfulness. You can find my weebly at:
I have provided optional activities and worksheets for students’ enjoyment to continue their social and emotional learning. They are attached below:
Every Day Acts of Kindness for Students
www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Also, here are free online mindfulness resources for you to access:
Finally, I hope you know that I am committed to working in partnership with you and supporting parents/guardians through this challenging time. All of this information will also be posted on my counselor website which you can always refer to. There is a link for CA Parent letter 3-18-20 on the main page on my weebly. My weebly is also accessible from the school website under the specialist pages. It is my hope you find these resources helpful in supporting you and your family. Should you need anything else, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. Be well and stay safe.
All the best,
Christine Doles
Cambridge School Counselor
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South Brunswick District Mental Health Directory
Elementary Mental Health Resources and Links
How to Talk to Children About COVID-19
Child Mind Institute: Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus Video & Article
Talking to Children about Coronavirus - American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
InnerKids: Coronavirus Resources for Families and Schools: Things We Think You'd Like to Know
My Kid’s School is Closed, So Now What?
Coping with the Stress of an Infectious Disease Outbreak
A Psychologist’s Science-based Tips for Emotional Resilience During the Coronavirus Crisis
SAMHSA Coping with Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks
What to Do If the Coronavirus Health Guidelines Are Triggering Your Anxiety or OCD
How Do You Manage Fighting Kids During a Lockdown? We Asked the Experts
Parent Technology & Media Recommendations to Support Home Learning
Common Sense Provides Resources for Parents to Prepare for Coronavirus School Closures
Upcoming Dates
6/22 - Last Day of School
6/22 - Board of Education Meeting