The Herald
Hoboken Public School District
Superintendent's Daily Message (Day 10) - March 27, 2020
Dear Parents and Guardians:
We have completed the second week of remote learning. Each day, we are all adjusting to this new mode of teaching and learning. I hope that you have a peaceful and restful weekend. On Sunday evening I will send you an edition of the Herald with a number of updates. For now, please enjoy this lighter edition.
At this time, I would like to invite you to a Zoom Session with Mr. Christopher Della Fave, Director of Innovative Programs, for all district parents on Sunday, March 29th at 4:00 p.m. In this session, Mr. DellaFave will discuss the concept of gratitude and the importance of socially connecting during this period of social distancing.
Christopher Della Fave is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Innovative Programs: Physically Distancing & Socially Connecting
Time: Mar 29, 2020 04:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/340549875
Meeting ID: 340 549 875
I encourage you to take time to review The Herald. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook too. I will be checking in with my Hoboken School District Families each day via the Herald. I hope that you will also check in with me. If you would like to send me photos of your children hard at work, please do so. I will include them in The Herald.
Stay well. I assure you that I will keep you updated every step of the way. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience.
Sincerely,
Superintendent Johnson
Directions to Access Our District's YouTube Channel: HPS Video Highlights
If you are interested in accessing our YouTube Channel, please follow these instructions:
- Google YouTube
- Click on Videos
- Type in the Search Box: HPS Video Highlights
- Click the red box to subscribe
Daily Messages from our Early Childhood Supervisor and Principals
Special Series On The Growth Mindset By Chris DellaFave, Director of Innovative Programs
Physically Distancing & Socially Connecting with Mr. Christopher DellaFave
Wallace School Virtual Chorus and Band
Connors School Spirit Week Video
School Spirit at Brandt Elementary School
HPS Students Hard at Work
Ms. Miller's Daily Drama Activities for Families
Stories with Staff: HPS Reads
Namaste with Dr. Allgaier, School Psychologist at Hoboken High School
Dr. Allgaier's Summary of the Supporting Student Stress, Anxiety, & Mental Health During COVID19 Webinar
Parents/Guardians of Adolescents should practice:
- Patience
- Tolerance
- Reinforcement
It is crucial for parents/guardians to continue to practice:
- Self care
- Adequate Sleep
- Connection to others (calling, Facetime)
- Breaking from news and social media
- Routine
- Capping "purposeless" screen time to 2 hours; purposeless equates to social media/non educational/youtube; it does *not* include Facetime for social connection and remote learning
- Repeating to self and family: “I can only control what I can control; this is our plan today."
- Taking time day by day; avoid talking about chunks of time ahead. We worry about today, not the future. We are planning for today.
- Connect w outside resources like therapists, Dr's and spiritual leaders
Parents ask our kids
1) Are you okay (w pause)? If you’re unsure if your child is suicidal/at risk for harm reach out to local hospitals, hotlines and school guidance/CST/counselors
2) How can I help? (Don’t give solutions encourage their problem solving 1st)
CST/Clinicians:
- Reference a calendar of webinars available for us and parents coming out this week
- Use zoom, phone while following state guidance.
- Maintaining your family/student relationships
- Encourage to share this webinar's PowerPoint w parents once PowerPoint received.
Trusted Resources: Only Use
- World health organization
- CDC
Yoga with Mrs. Beriloff, School Psychologist
Mr. Hamlin's Science Algae Academy
Meditation with Mrs. Ellis, School Social Worker
Healthy Tips from Mrs. Bevacqua
Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus
As many of you know, I am a mom too. Although my daughter is 24 years old, she continues to ask me questions about the Coronavirus. I provide her with a number of resources daily to read. I fully understand that talking to younger children about the Coronavirus can be difficult and confusing based on the number of messages that are coming your way from news media. I have attached a link that was sent to me by Carrie Ellis that may help make your conversations a bit easier. Click on the link below:
Resource from the Child Mind Institute entitled How to Make a Home Feel Safe
Social Emotional Resources from the County Office
Mental Health Support
The NJ Department of Human Services operates a toll-free “warm line” which is a resource for people seeking mental health service. The warm line is activated during events that impact the mental health of New Jersey residents. The warm line is available 24 hours and has language access; (877) 294-HELP (4357). NOTE: The “warm line” does not replace 911 and is not used to report emergencies.
Emotional Health Activities
There are a number of great resources for social and emotional health during a high stress time like the one we are in right now. Check out these "Things You Can Do For Your Emotional Health" and share with your family.
2020-2021 Approved School District Calendar
You've Asked and We've Responded
A number of parents have asked for updated school directories. Each of our schools have prepared new directories including names, positions, emails, and phone numbers. If you have any questions for the Superintendent of Schools, please email
cjohnson@hoboken.k12.nj.us For the Assistant Superintendent, you may email srodriguez@hoboken.k12.nj.us
Below, you will find each school's directory:
Hoboken Public Schools - A District Dedicated to Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships
Our Vision
The Hoboken Public School District will be recognized as a premier educational choice and widely known as a best-practice model for academic growth, high quality instruction, innovative and equitable programs, engagement, facilities and personalized pathways that are essential for college, career and life-preparedness in our ever-changing, interconnected global society.
Our Mission
The Hoboken Public School District will prepare confident and resilient graduates who value academic achievement, embrace challenge, honor diversity, appreciate collaboration, and respectfully contribute to their local and wider communities.
Our District Goals
The Hoboken Public School District will implement a rigorous, relevant and responsive curriculum that meets the needs of all students, fosters personalized pathways for learning, and ensures continuous academic growth.
The Hoboken Public School District will support its diverse staff in professional growth, encourage them to serve as role models, and empower them to provide the highest quality of instruction for our students.
The Hoboken Public School District will develop and implement unique and innovative programs that promote global learning, ensure equitable access, and foster the social, emotional and academic growth of each student.
The Hoboken Public School District will engage and communicate with families and the wider community to bridge understanding and advance partnerships.
The Hoboken Public School District will operate well-maintained and safe facilities that respond to our growing student enrollment, support our academic and co-curricular programs, and promote pride across the city.
