Hendrick Ranch News

November 2020

Welcome to 2nd Trimester!

Dear Hendrick Ranch Families,

Congratulations on finishing our first trimester! We understand distance learning has been a challenge and we are proud of all that our students have accomplished this trimester! Our school community has come together to make distance learning possible for our young scholars. Daily attendance is very important to your child's success and we thank you for supporting our students in being ready and logging into Zoom on time everyday.


We want you to know that our school is working hard to prepare our classrooms and campus for a hybrid schedule potentially starting on January 25, 2021, pending approval by the county and state. We are following state, county, and district guidelines to make sure our school is ready and safe for students and staff.


Recently, an art kit was sent home at Grab and Go Lunch for all students at Hendrick Ranch! This is a part of our new district wide initiative called Document Today! Students are encouraged to use the art supplies to express their feelings, emotions, and experiences during this global pandemic. Your student's voice matters and is important to us.


Sincerely,

Ms. Marie White

Principal


Dr. Jaime Zepeda

Assistant Principal

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Upcoming Dates to Remember

No School November 5th and 6th

Teachers will not be having regular Zoom meetings on this day. Please use these days to catch up on work and be sure to check with your teachers for more details.


Veterans Day

No School Wednesday, November 11, 2020


Thanksgiving Break:

No School November 23-27, 2020.

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Document Today MVUSD Initiative

“Document Today”

Be Vulnerable - Be Honest - Be YOU!



“Document Today” is an intentional approach for social and emotional well being. It is about encouraging our students to use the arts to share their feelings about the world we find ourselves in, and how they are coping emotionally with this pandemic. Simply...

“To Encourage Artful Healing for Student Success.”


All students will receive one art kit at Grab and Go Lunch. The art kit contains 50 sheets of drawing paper, a box of colored pencils, 3 art pencils, and a pencil sharpener. Students are encouraged to use these art supplies to express their emotions, feelings, experiences, and memories during this COVID-19 global pandemic. Art work can be forms of visual arts, dance, theater, drama, creative writing, poetry, music, and more! Student art work can be submitted (with parent/guardian permission) on this link and it will be stored in MVUSD's Document Today COVID-19 Archive!



How to Archive Student Work:

http://bit.ly/MVUSDarchive

Resources for Families

Rent Assistance

If you need assistance with your rent, the Riverside Salvation Army may be able to assist with funds that do not have to be paid back. They may also be able to provide funding for utilities. Call 951-784-4490; ext. 113 for rental or mortgage assistance, ext. 115 for utilities assistance.

Low Cost or Free Internet Access

If you are looking for low- or no-cost internet access, here are three resources:

  • SBX Youth and Family Services is a local Inland Empire community-based organization working with families to connect affordable home internet and other valuable services such as hotspots.
  • Everyoneon.org is a nonprofit dedicated to creating social and economic opportunity by connecting low-income families to affordable internet service and computers, and delivering digital skills trainings.
  • The California Department of Education has compiled a list of low- and no-cost internet access plans.


Did you know you could also check out one of the nearly 100 more mobile hotspots from the city's three libraries? Locations and operating hours of Moreno Valley Public Libraries are available here.

Parent Resource Center

The Parent Resource Center is now open by appointment only. They are here to help you in any way they can. Please feel free to call Andrea Chavez (ELL Parent Resource Specialist) and Rose Moreno (bilingual clerk) at (951) 571- 7831 or (951) 571-7500 ext. 17344 from the hours of 8 am to 4:30 pm.

Pandemic Financial Assistance Program

Riverside County residents whose employment was affected by the COVID-19 pandemic may receive up to $800 in assistance thanks to a state grant received by the Riverside County Workforce Development Division.

Type of Assistance Available:

  • One-time assistance between $400 and $800, depending on participant's income

  • Funds may be used to pay for

    • Costs to return to work; including telework equipment (e.g., computer), childcare, or transportation

    • Housing expenses

    • Utility expenses


Please view flyer for eligibility and application information.

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