Murphy Middle School ENews
For the week of April 14 - April 17, 2020
Schools and District Offices Are to Remain Closed to the Public Through May 1st
Remote Learning in Plano ISD
Phase 3: Teacher Developed Activities Blended With District Wide Virtual Content
- The courses listed in the linked chart, Courses with District-wide Virtual Content, will transition to a blended model of instruction with district-wide virtual content supplemented by some teacher-developed assignments.
- Students will see an Edgenuity icon on their Webdesk that will enable them to access virtual content.
- Courses not included in the linked chart will continue with teacher-developed assignments and experiences as were launched in Phase 2 (grades 6-12).
- Grades will be recorded for all assignments as MS or NM.
(MS= Met Standard; NM=Not Met Standard)
Plano ISD School Closure Information & Resources-check out this link for additional information
COVID-19 Communication to Families
For the most up to date information from Plano ISD regarding COVID-19, go the PISD website:
*** Upcoming Events ***
All events and activities have been cancelled during the school closure
*** Fine Arts ***
Band
Band Students: be sure to check google classroom for your weekly assignments and access to all resources.
** Social & Emotional Well Being **
Counseling Services
The SMU Center for Family Counseling at Plano ISD is now offering telehealth counseling services provided free of charge. Services are provided by SMU Counseling Program students during their Practicum and Internship experiences and will be supervised by SMU full-time and adjunct faculty. Services are for adults, children (play therapy), adolescents (activity therapy), couples, and families for a variety of presenting concerns including anxiety, depression, behavior difficulties (e.g., opposition, defiance, aggression), grief and loss, peer relationships, stress, trauma, career transition, and parenting.
Additionally, clients are being accepted for five new support groups: Adult Mindfulness Group, LGBTQ+ Parenting/Caregiver Support Group, Adolescent Support Group, LGBTQ+ Adolescent Support Group, and LGBTQ+ Adult Support Group.
Service hours and contact information is as follows:
Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 3:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Appointments are available - please call to schedule (469) 752-3098.
An FAQ for Telehealth Counseling services may be found HERE.
Things you can do to help yourself as well as others
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue. If you do not have a tissue, use your sleeve (not your hands).
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
- Adhere to the preventative measures as recommended by public health officials, such as limiting interaction and practicing social distancing.
- Visit the CDC website for more information.
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School Supplies
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