Ramsey Weekly Update
Week 16
Dates to Remember:
December 23- Jan. 3- NO SCHOOL- WINTER BREAK
December 26- Jan. 1- Kwanzaa
January 4- School Begins- Welcome Back to School
January 18- NO SCHOOL- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 21- Virtual PTO Meeting
January 28- Virtual Open House- 5:30-7:30pm
January 29- NO SCHOOL- Teacher Professional Development Day
The Ramsey Show: Episode 2
RAMSEY NEWSPAPER
This Ramsey Newsletter edition includes: Favorite Lists, Book Review, Nintendo, DIY gifts, Custom Comics, D&D, &more
Mark your calendar for the January PTO meeting
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Join the Ramsey PTO as we discuss Puberty for Parents: giving you the information, tools and confidence you need to create meaningful discussion with your kids.
*Meeting will be held via Zoom, look for the link in upcoming updates.
RMS Library Update:
If you missed the library newsletter last week, you can access it above!
Students have access to a trial of Comics Plus for another week. Check the newsletter for links and login information.
Classroom Updates:
Ramsey Resiliency:
Ramsey Resiliency Stress, depression and the holidays:
Tips for coping -
The holiday season often brings unwelcome guests — stress and depression. And it's no wonder. The holidays often present a dizzying array of demands. And if coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is spreading in your community, you may be feeling additional stress, or you may be worrying about your and your loved ones' health. You may also feel stressed, sad or anxious because your holiday plans may look different during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Acknowledge your feelings. If someone close to you has recently died or you can't be with loved ones for other reasons, realize that it's normal to feel sadness and grief. It's OK to take time to cry or express your feelings. You can't force yourself to be happy just because it's the holiday season. Reach out. If you feel lonely or isolated, seek out community, religious or other social events or communities. Many may have websites, online support groups, social media sites or virtual events. They can offer support and companionship. It also may help to talk to a friend or family member. Volunteering your time or doing something to help others also is a good way to lift your spirits.
Be realistic. The holidays don't have to be perfect or just like last year. It's OK! Do what's best for you. Set aside differences. Learn to say no. Saying yes when you should say no can leave you feeling resentful and overwhelmed. Friends and colleagues will understand if you can't participate in every project or activity. Don't abandon healthy habits. Don't let the holidays become a free-for-all.Take a breather. Make some time for yourself. Find an activity you enjoy. Take a break by yourself. Spending just 15 minutes alone, without distractions, may refresh you enough to handle everything you need to do. Find something that reduces stress by clearing your mind, slowing your breathing and restoring inner calm.
Enjoy your break!
Kris Knetsch, LICSW
Holiday Resources:
HOLIDAY RESOURCES 2020
Please call or do an electronic registration!
Toys For Tots https://salvationarmynorth.org/twin-cities/toy-shop
St Paul Eastside Service Center 1019 Payne Ave 651-776-8169
King Family Childhood Development Center 401 W. 7th St 651-602-3018
Merrick Community Services 1669 Arcade St N #4 651-771-9339
Neighbors, Inc 222 Grand Ave W 651-455-5000
Holiday Meals on Wheels for homebound 952-888-9616
Salvation Army main number 651-746-3595
Ramsey Food Pantry Alicia.Ekegren@spps.org
Coats for Kids
The Salvation Army has begun its coat drive. The Salvation Army’s centers are a place for families in crisis to get help, including coats for their children. Visit any of our Twin Cities Worship & Service Centers to learn about meeting your child’s need for a coat. Supplies may be limited, so we recommend contacting the nearest location before stopping by to find out if supplies are available in the sizes you need.
Families can register with their local Salvation Army:
https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/twin-cities/coats-for-kids/Ramsey Food Pantry:
Please see the 2020-2021 Ramsey Food Pantry Information PDF (below)
If your family is in need:
Please fill out this Google Form https://forms.gle/9a7X5VhGoErnAqAr5
If you would like to make donations- We are always seeking donations of food, diapers, personal hygiene products, and cleaning supplies. Please drop these items off on Thursdays between 7am-11am at Ramsey.
If you would like to volunteer to help pack and sort out items on Thursday mornings, please email Alicia.Ekegren@spps.org.
If you have questions, please email Alicia.Ekegren@spps.org
RMS Help!
Student Support is available on Google Meet using code RMSHELP:
Monday-Thursday
9:25-9:55am
10:30-11:00am
11:35-11:55am
and
Tuesday and Thursday
1:10pm- 1:30pm
Technology Support:
Please complete the required iUpdate for 20-21
https://www.spps.org/Page/31224Click here to complete the free/reduced lunch application for 20-21
https://www.spps.org/Page/34308
Having issues logging onto Campus Parent? Please contact the school at 651-293-8860 or email sandy.pothen@spps.org to recover usernames and passwords.