ESC-20 Parent Perusals
November 16, 2020
Coming up Next Week!
Wednesday, November 18, 2020 9:00 a.m.--11:00 a.m.
Understanding the Significance of History in High School & Helping Your Child Succeed
Join us for this opportunity to learn the significance of History in your child’s life, especially in high school and how that will help your child succeed. What opportunities for learning are available to your child, what resources do they have access to, and what plans do you need to make to help him/her reach their goals. You will receive resources and materials to support you as a parent. Webinar ID# 71083
Thursday, November 19, 2020 9:00 a.m.--11:00 a.m.
COVID-19: Challenges our Families Face
Synchronous Instruction? Asynchronous Instruction? Contingency Plans? Compensatory Services? Families are faced with navigating new educational challenges for their child receiving special education services as a result of COVID-19. This session will address some of the common educational challenges families are facing and provide critical information you need to know and resources you can access to help guide you through overcoming these challenges. Webinar ID #73468
Tips and Resources
Resources for Parents and COVID-19
The coronavirus can affect children and young people directly and indirectly. Beyond getting sick, many young people’s social, emotional, and mental well-being have been impacted by the pandemic. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has resources for parents to help manage their child’s well-being.
Try Kid-Friendly Fruits and Veggies
Do you want to encourage your children to eat more fruits and vegetables? How about making fruits and veggies fun to eat? You can make caterpillar kabobs, fruit smoothies, personalized pizzas, and more. View U.S. Department of Agriculture’s 10 fun kid-friendly tips.
ADHD Resources for Parents
Many children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) struggle with school. Right now, children face a variety of changes in the way that they attend school. Some may be attending in-person classes. Others may be attending virtual classes. To help parents and students adapt to the changing environment, the National Resource Center on ADHD created resources and support for parents. View the resources.
ADDA Nov. Meeting - Parent Care and Share Night
This Parent Care and Share Zoom event can help by easing the stress and frustration that comes with raising children who may have ADD or ADHD. Whether you are a veteran parent of ADHD or are new to this journey, we welcome you! With a focus on gratitude during this Thanksgiving season, join other parents as they come together to share, learn, listen, understand, and encourage one another
Zoom Meeting ID: 912 3378 2466 November 17, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. Register here!
From Our Community
Childcare Scholarship Award
United Way's Women United Childcare Scholarship award pays a portion of childcare costs, supporting parents who are seeking a degree or job training by providing access to affordable childcare, enabling parents and children to further their education. For a full list of eligibility criteria and to apply please visit: www.unitedwaysatx.org/childcare
Artemis Academy for Girls 2021
Launch into a FREE out of this world STEAM experience with the educators at Scobee Education Center! Open to girls currently in 5th-7th grades.Click on the photo for more on how to apply and to learn more.
Financial Aid Session
As part of the West Side Community Center Virtual Events Series, UTSA invites you to take part in our Virtual Financial Aid Information Session, Wednesday, November 18th from 6:00pm-7:30pm! Register here – WSCC Admissions Session
Family Engagement District Staff Corner
Claudia Irene Vargas, Consultant, ESC-20
Email: claudia.vargas@esc20.net
Website: www.esc20.net/parentresources/
Location: 1314 Hines, San Antonio, TX, United States
Phone: 210-370-5286
Facebook: facebook.com/escregion20
Twitter: @ESCRegion20