Davidson Weekly Newsletter
April 26 - May 2
Meaning that regardless of what happens around us we can make a decision whether to be positive and see the sun or be negative and sit in the muck.These last 7 weeks have been an amazing yet challenging journey and it has been wonderful seeing our Davidson families, staff and community seeing the SUN!!
As we begin our 6th week of online learning - remember to keep seeing the SUN!
Daily Calendar Bizarre
- Celiac Disease Awareness Month
4/26 - National Pretzel Day
4/27 - National Tell A Story Day
4/28 - National Super Hero Day
4/29 - National Peace Rose Day
4/30 - National Bugs Bunny Day
5/01 - School Principals Day
5/02 - National Start Seeing Monarchs Day
Take a Virtual Field Trip to the Zoo
Click the KC Zoo Picture to access!
Happy Birthday Shout-Outs
APRIL BIRTHDAYS
Vada Abramovitz-Parrish 4/28
Houston Stimphont 4/29
Kylee Harris 4/29
Eliza Escobar 4/30
Mercedes Adkison 4/30
Jada Garcia 4/30
MAY BIRTHDAYS
Jacob Ginn 5/1
Betsy Schmidt 5/1
Kynnleigh Monteleone 5/1
PARENT UNIVERSITY
Sign up for as many 30-minute sessions as you would like at bit.ly/NKCSParentU
Monday April 27th:
- Increasing Your Student’s Focus & Self-Control @ 9:00 AM
- Planning for Life After High School @ 10:00 AM
Thursday April 30th:
- Structuring the Day With Your Student (repeat of 4/9 session) @ 8:30 AM
- Care for the Caregiver (repeat of 4/20 session) @ 10:30 AM
- Preventing Difficult Behavior @ 2:00 PM
Contacting Us
Family In Need Support
Under normal circumstances when family emergencies arise, such as a family illness or a loss of a loved one, many of our Davidson families reach out to the school for resources and support.
We want to let our families know Davidson is still here to assist and support in anyway we can, even during our time apart. If your family experiences an illness or a loss of a loved one and you would like support form Davidson, please complete the form in the link and one of our support staff members will be in contact with you.
Nurse Stacey's Health Notes
Spring means flower beds and blooming trees-and for some of us, seasonal allergies (hayfever). Mold is another culprit in our seasonal allergies this spring.
Here are some home remedies that may help you enjoy this spring.
- Check local pollen counts for our area.
- Stay indoors on dry, windy days. The best time to go outside is after a good rain which washes pollen from the air.
- Avoid outdoor activities in early morning when pollen counts are highest.
- Wear a pollen mask if you do go outside.
- Remove your clothes after being outside.
- Take a shower to clean pollen from your skin and hair.
- Do not touch your eyes and face. Rinse your eyes with an eye saline wash or use a cool moist cloth over your eyes for 10 minutes.
- Close windows and doors when pollen counts are high.
- Use air conditioning in your house or car. Change air filters as needed.
- Clean floors and furniture frequently with a vacuum cleaner with a Hepa filter.
Over the counter medications may help. Talk with your health care provider or pharmacist.
- Oral antihistamine
- Decongestants
- Nasal sprays
- A combination of above.
Rinsing your sinuses are an easy way to clean out your nasal passages of pollen. Using a saline solution is a quick, inexpensive and effective way to relieve nasal congestion. Rinsing directly flushes out mucus and allergens from your nose/sinus. Look for a squeeze bottle or neti pot and follow directions.
When home remedies aren’t enough, please see your health care provider.
Tips from Mrs. Tomlin
Connect with Ms. Wade
MEALS DISTRIBUTION
Immediately upon facing building closures due to the spread of the coronavirus, NKC Schools implemented a comprehensive plan for families to access food. Planning for any possible scenario, multiple distribution phases were outlined to continue providing this much-needed resource. As more school districts report incidents of food distribution workers contracting COVID-19, NKC Schools collaborated with the Clay County Health Department to determine the right time to shift to Phase 2 of our plan. The decision has been made that on Monday, April 13, district buses will no longer be used to deliver meals to stops throughout our community. Food distribution will now be increased from four to 12 school sites located throughout our attendance area. Local health officials advise this change in our service model will help slow the spread of the coronavirus. NKC Schools remains steadfast in our resolve to provide food to those in need.
The following sites are designated as “grab-n-go” food pick up locations every Monday through Friday between 10 a.m.–1 p.m. This is an extension of the previous timeframe. No changes will be made to food distribution for families with unique needs and extenuating circumstances. Should you have need for such an accommodation, please contact your school’s School Community Resource Specialist. Limited delivery efforts will continue in high need areas, as well.
Antioch Middle School 2100 NE 65th St. Crestview Elementary 4327 N Holmes St. Eastgate 6th Grade Center 4700 NE Parvin Rd.
Linden West Elementary 7333 N Wyandotte St. Maplewood Elementary 6400 NE 52nd St. New Mark Middle School 515 NE 106th St.
Northgate Middle School 2117 NE 48th St. North Kansas City High School 620 E. 23rd Ave. Oak Park High School 825 N.E. 79th Terrace
Rising Hill Elementary 7301 NE 108th St. Staley High School 2800 N.E. Shoal Creek Parkway Winnetonka High School 5815 N.E. 48th St.
Technology Support During E-Learning
As students engage in e-Learning experiences while our school buildings are closed, we know additional support may be needed. The NKC Schools Help Desk supports student learning year-round, and will continue to do so during this period. Staff members will be available to answer questions and provide assistance remotely to all staff and students via email at helpdesk@nkcschools.org, web chat, or phone at 816-321-HELP. Parents who may need assistance are welcome to use the chat or phone number as well. The email support is only for valid district email addresses.
The NKC Schools Technology department will also offer device support in person at the same times and locations as meal pick up services at the feeder pattern high schools. This will provide an opportunity for families to get assistance with student devices, including iPads and Macs. This will also be the location where you will drop-off or pick up devices for repair. Simply drive up at the front entrance of your feeder pattern high school between 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM. and let a staff member know that you are looking for assistance with technology.
North Kansas City High School
620 E. 23rd Ave.
10:00 AM. - 1:00 PM.
Dates To Remember
April 27th - "Catch Up" Day
April 27th- Parent University Session I
April 30th- Parent University Session II
May 22nd- Last Day of School
DAVIDSON ELEMENTARY
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