This week, December 14-18 is our last week of school before our winter break begins. I encourage you to enjoy your families during this extended time. Remember that there are resources available such as Dreambox and Lexia that your child can enjoy during this restful time. Students who have logged at least (60) minutes in Lexia will receive a "treat to eat" when you return!

CIS has a Kid's Closet available to families who may need extra support. There are things like school supplies, clothing, and hygiene products! Please reach out if you have any other questions or are in need of any of those items! We would be more than happy to help.

There will be food distribution during the winter break! On Monday, December 21 and Monday, December 28, seven-day food packs will be distributed at the following locations: Kalamazoo Central, The Westnedge CEC building, Hillside Middle School, Milwood Magnet School, Northeastern, Foxridge, and Interfaith.

As always, Stay Safe and Stay Healthy!

Micole D. Dyson, Ph.D.

Principal

• We will have another Netflix watch party over winter break. Stay tuned for specific date/time! We will be featured in the upcoming KSO virtual concert: Sounds of the Season. It will air and be available to live stream on Dec. 20th!
  
• New Support Initiative: We have started a Family Resource Hub for all of our KKIT families. All KKIT families received care packages over Thanksgiving Break with some snacks, masks, cards from staff!

Hello Families,

CIS has a Kid's Closet available to families who may need extra support. There are things like school supplies, clothing, and hygiene products! Please reach out if you have any other questions or are in need of any of those items! We would be more than happy to help. Also, additional holiday resources for families include the following:

• Deacons Conference
• Toy event for children 10 and under
• Deadline is 12/14
• Call main line (269-344-7333), no specific contact person
• Family and Children Services
• Has some items for families that are current clients
• Contact Dale Hein, 269-373-0248 ext. 4405
• Gospel Ministries
• Has a toy closet for families staying in the shelter, per their website!

Just a friendly reminder of a few of coordinated resources available to the students here at Woods Lake Elementary through Communities In Schools. Any of these resources can be requested through the CIS Site Coordinator Blaec Arevalo. If your student could benefit from virtual mental health counseling, vision health services or food support, please contact the CIS Site Coordinator Ms. Blaec at 269.815.8209. There is a list of Site Coordinators on the CIS website www.ciskalamazoo.org

Blaec Arevalo, CIS Site Coordinator

arevalobc@kalamazoopublicschools.net

(269) 815-8209

What are Woods Lake Elementary School's office hours?

Monday through Friday, 8:00-4:00 p.m.

What are the dates for Winter Break?

Winter break begins Monday, December 21st - January 1st. School resumes on Monday, January 4, 2021.

Will food be distributed during the Winter Break?

Seven-day food packs will be distributed on Monday, December 21 and Monday, December 28.