Counselor Newsletter
April 2020
Hello!
Hello,
I just want to start by saying that I miss you all so much! I am proud of everyone for trying their best to be positive about the new ways of learning. You got this!
#1 tip for online school success- Be gentle with yourself! Reach out to teachers, other parents and me if you need support. We are here for you!!
If you need anything....
1. You can email me at shannon.fisher@dvusd.org and I will get back to you as soon as possible. You can use email to set up a phone call or a zoom meeting if you need to talk as well. I am still here to help with anything I can. *For zoom calls, we have made sure to make all calls secured.
2. My website: https://www.dvusd.org/Domain/8670 for Sonoran Foothills and
https://www.dvusd.org/Domain/8452 for Desert Mountain is where you can see updates for my online office hours and information on emotional health.
Resources
Help with Basic Needs
If you need food, shelter or other basic need items please email stephenne.berger@dvusd.org
If you need internet help here are some resources:
Wi-Fi Assistance
For families needing support with obtaining Wi-Fi access, several local providers have programs to support this need.
Cox
Cox Hotspot Network is open to the public. Here is a map of Hotspots https://www.cox.com/residential/internet/learn/cox-hotspots.html in your area. Cox is offering two free months to Connect2Compete (C2C) eligible students. C2C does not have a contract nor installation charge.
Comcast
Comcast offers free internet to those who qualify during the COVID-19 pandemic. See announcement (https://www.internetessentials.com/covid19).
CenturyLink
CenturyLink - Will waive late fees and will not terminate a residential or small business customer’s service for the next 60 days due to financial circumstances associated with COVID-19. See CenturyLink Pledge (https://news.centurylink.com/fccpledge).
As other Wi-Fi options and hotspots become available, information will be included in the district COVID-19 Updates.
Hope everyone is well!
Best,
Shannon Fisher
Counselor