Edgar H. Parkman Newsletter
March 27, 2020
Hello Parkman Family
We miss our students so much and while we wish we were back to our normal routines at school, we hope that everyone is settling into their new routines at home. Even though we are far apart, the staff and students have enjoyed getting together in many different ways. The Parkman staff have been working hard to support students and families. We understand that this new situation brings some obstacles. If families have questions regarding the distance learning packets/plan, please continue to reach out to the Parkman staff. We want to support you as best we can.
Families are encouraged to continue to use the EPS website to stay up to date on information related to school closure and distance learning material (http://www.enfieldschools.org/). The Parkman Newsletter will also be sent weekly for the duration of our school closure.
Be well!
-Principal Roman
Celebrations
Coming Events
Important Dates
4/2/20 at 4pm- "The Secret Lake" - Ch. 1 read by Miss Roman (bring your pet)
4/9/20 at 4pm- "The Secret Lake" - Ch. 2 and 3 read by Miss Roman (wear a silly hat)
The Secret Lake
Join Principal Roman in a live weekly read aloud. If you are unable to attend the live event, don't worry! It will be recorded and posted in the next newsletter for you to enjoy at anther time.
Description:
"When Stella and her younger brother, Tom, move to their new London home, they become mystified by the disappearances of Harry, their elderly neighbor's small dog. Where does he go? And why does he keep reappearing wet-through?
Their quest to solve the riddle over the summer holidays leads to a boat buried under a grassy mound, and a tunnel that takes them to a secret lake.
Who is the boy rowing towards them who looks so terrified? And whose are those children’s voices carried on the wind from beyond the woods?
Stella and Tom soon discover that they have traveled back in time to their home and its gardens almost 100 years earlier. Here they make both friends and enemies, and uncover startling connections between the past and present." (Amazon.com)
Curriculum & Instruction
Distance Learning Packets
More information will be coming on this early next week.
COVID-19 Resources for Kids and Parents/Guardians
Supporting Kids During the Coronavirus Crisis - An article for parents and guardians
Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus- An article for parents and guardians
Technology
Cox Internet Access
During this time of uncertainty and required in-home learning, Cox is helping get families in need connected to the internet through our Connect2Compete program.
Effective Monday, March 16, we are providing:
- Limited-time, first month free of Connect2Compete service, $9.95/month thereafter
- Until May 15, 2020, we are providing phone and remote desktop support through Cox Complete Care at no charge to provide peace of mind and ease for technology needs
- Resources for discounted, refurbished equipment through our association with PCs for People
- A Learn from Home toolkit for schools, including instructions on how to fast-track eligible students without internet access Download toolkit
Offer expires 5/15/2020. Cox Complete Care in-home support excluded. Program eligibility and other restrictions apply. Learn more at www.cox.com/c2c.
To Qualify: Families with K-12 children who are eligible for the National School Lunch Program, SNAP, and/or TANF; who receive Tenant-Based Vouchers, Project-Based Vouchers or Section 8 Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA); and/or who live in Public Housing
Click on the link below:
School Procedures
Community Health Center (CHC)
CHC has rolled out telehealth for families already enrolled and Courtney Wolf has begun reaching out to families to offer counseling services while school is closed.
Click here for more information on CHC.
Community Resources
We recognize that the current public health emergency is resulting in an increase of stress on families.
If you or your child are experiencing an immediate safety concern call 911.
If you or your child is experiencing a behavioral mental health crisis call 211.
If you would like to access support services, please contact the following:
For children over 8 years of age, please call Youth and Family Services at 860-253-6380.
For children under 8 years of age, please call the Family Resource Center 860-253-5214.
Lionel Torres (Parkman Counselor) is also available at ltorres@enfieldschools.org
EPS buildings are closed
Miss Roman, Principal
Edgar H. Parkman Vision
Our vision is to uphold a learning environment that provides our school community with a safe and welcoming atmosphere where engagement, collaboration, and accountability are held in high regard by staff, students, and families.
Please feel welcome to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Email: iroman@enfieldschools.org
Website: https://edgar.sharpschool.com/
Location: 165 Weymouth Road, Enfield, CT, USA