Happy Holidays from all of us at iSOSY!

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As we gather with family and friends for the holidays and end of the year events, it is important to remember and celebrate the agricultural workers who make possible the feasts of this joyous season.

If you know of migratory farmworker families who may need extra assistance this season, consider sharing these links to national information and resources for utility and rent assistance:

Self-Care Advent Calendar

This Self-Care Advent Calendar was created to help you pause, reflect, and nurture yourself each day in the midst of this busy and sometimes chaotic season. Each day’s suggestion will urge you to try something specific and perhaps new or different from your normal routine to encourage relaxation, joy, and personal growth. Taking care of yourself is the greatest gift you can give. You may choose to do the activities by yourself or invite coworkers, colleagues, other friends, or family to join you. Let’s embark on this holiday journey together—one mindful moment and day at a time.

Highly mobile students and families often live in housing with greater safety concerns and the winter months can present special challenges to understand. There are several iSOSY resources you can use to help your students develop this important life skill while also increasing their English vocabulary!

iSOSY’s Healthy House - Electrical Safet y lesson teaches safety and vocabulary for heating, cooking, and electrical home knowledge.

iSOSY’s brand new Winter Storm Safety STAT Lesson provides important safety information as well as English language practice and online activities.

It is also helpful to discuss driving safety during the winter months as it takes more time to stop in cold weather because rubber tires harden and have less traction even on dry roads. National transportation experts offer a handy list of recommended items to keep in your vehicle for common winter tasks:

snow shovel, broom, and ice scraper
abrasive material (sand or kitty litter), in case your vehicle gets stuck in the snow
jumper cables, flashlight, and warning devices (flares and emergency markers)
first aid kit
blankets for protection from the cold
a cell phone and charger
water, food, and any necessary medicine

For more information, see what the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has to offer with their Winter Weather Driving Tips.

Happy Holidays from all of us at iSOSY!

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