Families affected by sensory sensitivities are invited to participate in free My Turn events on selected dates. Visitors will be able to explore in their own way in a less stimulating, crowded environment. Please see the attachment for dates and activities.
Dearborn’s Special Education Department Hosts: The WSU Center for Treatment & Research in Behavioral Health-A free educational presentation for parents
Dearborn Public Schools Special Education Department Hosts:
The WSU Center for Treatment & Research in Behavioral Health
Wednesday, February 7th 2018 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Dearborn High School Cafeteria
The purpose of this free educational presentation for parents/guardians is to provide a comprehensive understanding of depression, anxiety and psychosis in teens including early signs, symptoms and treatment options. Mental health illness left untreated in teens can lead to a lifelong debilitating illness. Thus, early identification and treatment is important for long-term life success.
Agenda includes:
- To define depression and anxiety and symptoms of each.
- To define psychosis and symptoms.
- Understanding the school impact on teens that are affected by mental illness.
- To provide information on how to identify early signs of depression, anxiety and psychosis.
- To provide information on resources to help as well as treatment options for the family.
This is a FREE event.
Refreshments will be provided.
Please call, or email, to let us know you are attending, or for questions. Contact info: 313-827-1628 or Rumlers@dearbornschools.org
GSRP -January Spots Available
Families with preschool age children who are 4 years of age by December 1, 2017, there is an immediate possibility of free full day preschool beginning in January 2018 in the Dearborn Public Schools (next month).
The family must be eligible based on risk factors and not currently enrolled in a GSRP program. If interested, families may pick up an application at the Cotter Early Childhood Center, 13020 Osborn or call Nadia Berry at 313-827-6150. Families must live in the city of Dearborn.
Please respond immediately as slots are limited.
Parent University presented by Dearborn Public Schools
Dear Parents,
Parent University is a series of interactive sessions for children (birth to age 4) and parents. Please click on the blue link for locations and dates Parent University .You can also call 313 827-6150 for more information, Free resources will be provided.
15 Questions to replace, “How Was School Today?”
Dear Parents,
The following link provides questions that can help foster positive communication with your child about their school day. Wishing you and your family a wonderful 2017-2018 school year!
https://www.edutopia.org/blog/parents-fifteen-questions-replace-how-was-school-today-elena-aguilar
Summer meals
Dear Parents,
If you have a school-aged student in need of breakfast and lunch this summer, simply text “FOOD” to 877877 and receive a message back with a location closest to where they can get free summer meals. Even if you aren’t in need, someone else’s kids are. No child deserves to go hungry, ever. Please feel free to share with others.
Have a Safe and Wonderful Summer!!!
6 Negative Effects of Too Much Screen Time for Kids
Technology can be part of a healthy childhood, as long as this privilege isn’t overused. Consistent limits on screen time, which includes TV, smart phones, tablets, and video games should be set and monitored. An app may provide entertainment or even teach a basic lesson, however it cannot substitute for real social connections. Young children especially need face-to-face contact in order to build language development and strong emotional relationships with parents, siblings, and friends.
Pre-Kindergarten Summer Reading List
Reading aloud to your child helps develop language and listening skills! Please follow the link for some books you can enjoy with your future Kindergartner now and over the summer months!
Maples Literacy Night 03/30/17
Dear Families,
As you know Maples has been putting on various activities for March is Reading Month! Please join us for literacy night next Thursday, March 30th from 4:30 p.m. -6:00 p.m. There will be fun activities and prizes for students to participate in. Hope to see you all there!
