Hollifield Herald
Special Edition - Coronavirus and School Updates 3/30/20
Coronavirus - Recent Information and links
Dear HSES Families,
As we navigate this new form of learning, we want you to know that we are here for you and want to support you in any way. Below, please find links to recent information and access to resources. As shared in a recent news alert, if your family is experiencing a need resulting from the COVID-19 school/work closures and need access to food, basic supplies at your home or other necessities, please reach out to Amanda Wadsworth at 410-963-1259 or amanda_wadsworth@hcpss.org, so I can help connect your family with available resources. We know this is a very difficult time and families may be experiencing unexpected hardships. This is a time when we can come together and ensure that every family is supported and cared for within our HSES community.
We look forward to connecting with you virtually this week, and in the weeks to come. We will walk this new educational journey together!
Sincerely,
Amanda Wadsworth
Principal, HSES
Links to Resources:
Howard County Public School Systems Main Web Page
HCPSS Free Meals Information
HCPSS Continuity of Learning Resources
HCPSS Student Technology Survey
Student Device Information
Supporting Instruction at Home
Corona Virus 2019 Resources
School System Calendar
Digital Resources on HCPSS.ME
Acess the great resources through https://hcpss.me/:
- Canvas: HCPSS’ learning management system
- MackinVIA: Provides students access to ebooks and databases
- HC Library: Provides students access to online resources and content through the Howard County Library System
- Clever: Provides students with access to approved online apps, browsable by content area
- Find DreamBox by clicking the Clever button link.
- G Suite: Allows students to create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations
- WeVideo: Allows students to engage in video production
- Office 365: Allows students to create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, as well as email for secondary students
- Typing Agent: Students can continue to work on Typing Agent at home. This provides great practice to improve keyboarding skills.
If you need your child's login, please email Mrs. Wadsworth at amanda_wadsworth@hcpss.org. I will get the login information.
Counseling Services for Students and Families
The COVID-19 pandemic has made this an especially stressful time for many, especially those already impacted by mental health concerns. In-person assistance may be limited to try to slow the spread of the virus. However, help is still available online, over the phone, and face-to-face when needed. Please also note that Medicaid is covering temporary telehealth sessions during the state of emergency.
If you or your family need mental health supports, please contact your current health care provider. If you don’t have or cannot reach your current provider, you can find providers in the directories linked below.
If you have an immediate need for help with depression, suicidal thoughts, or other serious mental health issues, please contact:
- Grassroots Crisis Intervention team at 410-531-6677
- The Maryland Crisis Hotline: Dial 211 and then choose option 1
- The Crisis Text Line: Text 741741 and a trained counselor will respond
- The National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255
Additional resources:
- Directory of Behavioral Health Services in Howard County
- Directory of Behavioral Health Services for Youth in Howard County
- Howard County Health Department Network of Care for Behavioral Health
- Howard County Bureau of Behavioral Health
- HCPSS Mental Health & Wellness Resources
- Teen Health Matters
- Centers for Disease Control Mental Health and Coping During COVID-19
What about State Assessments?
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration Information
We encourage you to visit https://www.hcpss.org/enroll/ to begin your registration online.
Please remember - All blacktop and playgrounds are closed. Please refrain from using HSES playgrounds at this time.
Hollifield Station Elementary School
Email: amanda_wadsworth@hcpss.org
Website: http://hses.hcpss.org/
Location: 8701 Stonehouse Drive, Ellicott City, MD, USA
Phone: 410-313-2550
Twitter: @hcpss_hses