Parent Center
November 2020 Newsletter • Staff Edition
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Message from the Director
Hello CNUSD Team,
As I reflect on this month, I find myself even more grateful for family, life, health, and strength. In times like these, we can often focus on the things we do not have but I encourage you to take a moment every day and write down things that you are grateful for. Even better, reach out to someone and just tell them thank you. This will not only make their day, but yours as well. Wishing you all a happy and healthy holiday season.
~ Cassandra Willis, Director
Student and Family Support
Professional Learning
Lunch and Learn - Conducting Virtual Home Visits
Thank you to the many participants who joined us last month. This month we have partnered with Scholastic Family and Community Engagement Department to provide you with an hour-long training on how to conduct a virtual home visit and tips on how to stay connected with families even at a distance. Space is limited to 30 participants each session. Open to all school staff. Register now: 11:00am session or 12:15pm session
Parent Center Social Worker
- Housing
- Mental health connection
- Emergency resources
- Support with behavior
- Family engagement coaching
- Substance abuse support
- Home visit
Our social worker is available Thursday and Friday to meet with families by appointment only. Please call the Parent Center to refer a family at (951) 273-3132 for this amazing resource.
Family Engagement Events /Workshops
Beyond the Cap and Gown Series
Community College Information Night - Participants will receive general information on community colleges, including the application process and deadlines.
Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Time: 6:00pm English • 7:00pm Spanish
Presented on Facebook Live @ CNUSDParentCenter
Organization Techniques and Study Habits for Students - Learn techniques on how to help your middle and/or high school student be successful in school.
Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Time: 6:00pm English • 7:00pm Spanish
Presented on Facebook Live @ CNUSDParentCenter
The Connection on Facebook Live - Support Our English Learner Families
This month's focus is on supporting English Learner families. Please share with your parent community.
November 5 - Find out what resources are available for English Learner families and understand your child's ELPAC score sheet.
November 12 - Dual Immersion: Kinder options for Spanish speakers: Learn how your child can benefit from our K-12 bilingual program. This presentation is in Spanish only.
November 19 - Bicultural Parenting. This presentation will only be in Mandarin.
Tutoring Resources
Parent Center Math Support
School on Wheels - Tutoring for Homeless Students and Students in Group Homes
United Way
Income based free online tutoring for students residing in Corona and in grades 3rd-11th. A few spaces are still available. For more information, please contact Denise at (951) 736-0620 ext. 405. Click to view their website.
GoToTutors
Tech Tip of the Month
The Family Dinner Project - Eating meals together can strengthen family bonds, create a routine, and provide opportunities for conversation. This website offers conversation starters as well as budget and family friendly recipes. Click to view their website.
Community Resources - What's Available?
- JLR Diaper Bank - This program is open to anyone in the Inland Empire and provides one package of 50 diapers monthly per child under the age of five. Distribution is on third Saturday of each month from 9:00am - noon. Register for diaper assistance at DiaperBankIE.org.
- Child Care Referral - Riverside County Office of Education assists parents in Riverside County with finding licensed child care near their home, work, or child's school. Access the online referral system or call (800) 442-4927.
- PEBT Extension - California was approved to provide additional P-EBT benefits to children who already received P-EBT benefits for the month of August and September 2020. Each eligible child will automatically receive a new P-EBT card with the added benefits. Call Joanna Buchholz at Project Insure for more details (951) 736-4636.
PARENT CENTER AND ADULT EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP
Shout Outs
Parent Center Offer Up
Parent Center
Website: www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/parent_center
Location: 152 East Sixth Street, Corona CA 92879
Phone: 951-273-3132
Facebook: facebook.com/cnusdParentCenter