Take a few minutes to listen to these CASEL-Initiative webinars for up-to-date information for families supporting their student's well-being. The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) is a trusted source for knowledge about high-quality, evidence-based social and emotional learning (SEL).

Return to School During COVID-19

Permission to Feel for Adults: Healthy Emotion Regulation During Stressful Times

Social Stories

Social stories use photographs and descriptive words to guide children through real-life situations. They can help children understand expected behaviors, work through interpersonal issues, practice conflict resolution skills and help them understand new perspectives.

How to Wear a Mask at School

Greet Each Other From Six Feet

COVID-19: I Can Help!

How to Wear a Mask (pdf)

Reading List

Grab one (of a few) of these books to help students with re-entry in the building or to maintain stamina and motivation during virtual learning.  

A Little Spot Stays Home is such a packed book with COVID-19 information and safety measures but in a relatable way for students.

Lucy’s Mask focuses on the good of wearing a mask and how it can be exciting – a perfect back to school read aloud.

Virtual back to school is such a different scenario. Use Madi Goes to Virtual School to help your students get acquainted with back to school virtually.

Using actionable steps and explanation Masked Ninja uses facts to help students understand.

Focusing on the patience aspect of the pandemic and new schedule, Paul and the Pandemic is a great coronavirus read aloud.

Germs vs. Soap is a fun COVID read aloud or back to school read aloud to reinforce how soap works and ways students can stay safe in school.

All are Welcome is another new release for back to school read alouds perfect for social emotional learning and classroom community buildling.

Beginning October 19, 2020, PSRES families have the option for K-5 children to return to school under Plan B.  The resources within this page are meant to assist with a positive, healthy transition back into the building.  The SISP team at PSRES is dedicated to addressing the social and emotional well-being of all students.  The following resources are general guidelines that may prove helpful for students and families.  If you need more information not included here, don't hesitate to reach out!

Does your child have questions about returning to school after the pandemic? 

Try these helpful hints:

1. Talk with your child:  Be honest, listen to their fears, answer questions with facts your child can understand, let them know local leaders will make sure they stay safe

2. Use words your child understands: Kids like to know what to expect, help them understand fact vs rumor, guide them to accurate sources of info

3. Be positve: Stay calm, embrace the new normal, let them know how your family will follow safety guidelines

4. Create a schedule:  Set new routines to help your child maintain structure and feel prepared, balance school/family/social opportunities, practice self-care

Helping Children Thrive During a Pandemic 

At PSRES, we teach our students school-wide expectations:  Be Responsible, Be Respectul, and Be Safe! As we transition back into school, and for our families continuing with remote instruction, we want to emphasize the Three Rs:  Relationships, Routines, and Resilience.  As we continue to support the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) of our students, we will be focusing upon healthy wellbeing!  Take a look at this website to find out more!

HELPING CHILDREN COPE WITH CHANGES RESULTING FROM COVID-19

Families across the country are adapting to changes in daily life as a result of COVID-19. How to help your child adjust to a new normal. 

https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/helping-children-cope-with-changes-resulting-from-covid-19

COVID-19 PARENTAL RESOURCES KIT – CHILDHOOD

Social, Emotional, and Mental Well-being of Children during COVID-19

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/parental-resource-kit/childhood.html

BUILDING RESILIENCY: HELPING CHILDREN LEARN TO WEATHER TOUGH TIMES

Adversity is a natural part of life. At some point, we all face difficulties, such as family problems, serious illness, a personal crisis, or a painful loss. Being resilient is important to dealing with adversities like these. While most parents hope that their children never face extreme adversity, successfully facing tough situations can actually foster growth and give children the skills to be more resilient in the future.

https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/mental-health/prevention-and-wellness-promotion/building-resiliency-helping-children-learn-to-weather-tough-times

SUPPORTING CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH: TIPS FOR PARENTS AND EDUCATORS

Take a look at these important tips to help support your child's mental health.

https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/mental-health/prevention-and-wellness-promotion/supporting-childrens-mental-health-tips-for-parents-and-educators

MANAGING YOUR OWN ANXIETY DURING SCHOOL REOPENING

With so many difficult decisions to make and increased stress, here are some strategies to help you and your family stay calm.

https://childmind.org/article/managing-anxiety-during-school-reopening/