Edition I - July 2021

DISTRICT & COMMUNITY UPDATES

Dear Friend of Wellness:

We just celebrated the Independence of this amazing country we live in...the one that provides us with all the tools to become anything we want to BE. In the District, we also celebrated the over 700+ individuals that provided so many GIFTS to nurture the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child model everyday and are now moving on to other magnificent journeys in their lives. Their contributions have provided great GIFTS to the health and well-being of our students, staff, and families.

Human capital is so important because it builds on the future and it contributes endless GIFTS to an establishment such as our District; however, the same human capital does not last forever, and every year we need to be ready to say thank you and see you later...perhaps not in the same contributions given but in many more wonderful forms such as volunteering, mentoring, substituting, or just priceless encouragement.

This certainly is not a good-bye but a message of love and gratitude for all the many GIFTS given to each one of us...

...let's keep pressing on and...

Never Give UP!

Continue being a beacon of LIGHT for all

the children and each other...

let's grow STRONGER together!

Be healthy and safe ~ Paula

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"Congratulations! YOU have helped make this an

A-rated District, a school system that continues to exceed expectations, garner awards and make a positive difference in the lives of our students.

That is all thanks to the dedication and

support of every one of you and your families."

Dr. Donald E. Fennoy II

SDPBC Superintendent

"Each of you has made a lasting impression on this District and your good work will live on and continue through others. YOU were the engines who helped drive this District and know that we appreciate you and your contributions."

Frank A. Barbieri, Jr.

SDPBC Board Chair, District 5

HR Retirement Ceremony 2021 VIDEO

"As you enter this new phase of your lives, I hope you find the time to do all the things you want to do; whatever it is that makes YOU happy. You'll always have a place in the District if you want to come back. From the bottom of my heart congratulations retirees!"

Karen Brill

SDPBC Board Member, District 3

"It has taken every single position that you have been serving in to educate our kids and I’m so thankful to YOU for that. Thank you again for your service and congratulations on your retirement"

Barbara McQuinn

SDPBC Board Member, District 1

"I wanted to take a moment to recognize and thank you for your years of service to The School District of Palm Beach County. It wouldn’t be the same without YOU. I wish you all the best in whatever awaits you next."

Alexandria Ayala

SDPBC Board Member, District 2

"This has been such a hard time and you stuck with us through the worst of it all. The work that YOU have done has really helped make the students of Palm Beach County’s lives better. I just want to say from the bottom of my heart how much I appreciate you and I wish you the best in your new lives going forward."

Erica Whitfield

SDPBC Board Member, District 4

"Thank you for your service. Thank you from all of the boys and girls that you have helped. Whatever role you have served in what capacity that you may have had, YOU have made the difference for children - it takes a village and family - and you have made it happen over the years. Have fun and enjoy!"

Marcia Andrews

SDPBC Board Member, District 6

"Congratulations retirees! I am so happy for you! What a time to retire! I want to thank you for your service to the Palm Beach County School District. You’ve taught me so much along the way and I just hope that YOU live long and prosper." Debra L. Robinson, M.D.

SDPBC Board Member, District 7

IN THE KNOW...

In The Know With Dr. Fennoy

Every Friday, Superintendent Donald E. Fennoy II helped us get in the know with what's going on in The School District of Palm Beach County.

Click the button below for 'In the Know with Dr. Fennoy' video archives.

'IN THE KNOW' VIDEO ARCHIVES

IN OTHER NEWS...

50 Years of Service

211 Helpline Palm Beach and Treasure Coast

CONGRATULATIONS to the 211 Helpline of Palm Beach County on their 50 years of service in our community! Did you know your local 211 Helpline is also the

Regional Responder for the Disaster Distress Helpline.

New Haitian Creole Dual Language Program

Starting in the 2021-2022 school year, the District is set to launch the first-ever Haitian Creole Dual Language Program for incoming kindergarten students. The program will be the first of its kind in The School District of Palm Beach County. Read More...

Virtual Summer Camp - Prime Time Palm Beach County

Keep your children learning and having fun this summer with new live interactive programming that includes hands-on learning activities provided by local content experts every week. All sessions are free and open to the public. Registration is not required. All sessions are hosted on ZOOM.

You are invited to join a meeting: Food + Health

in Jupiter...

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

Healthier Jupiter is starting up a new workgroup that will deepen the community's collaborative work in healthy food access. Healthier Jupiter hopes to bring many together to reimagine what a healthier, sustainable, and equitable food system could look like.

You can access the Virtual Summer BreakSpot Fun! Camp website by clicking on the SBS Fun Sticker above.

Check out Summer BreakSpot FUN Activities

Virtual Summer BreakSpot Fun! Camp

United Way of Palm Beach County (UWPBC) developed a comprehensive Virtual Summer BreakSpot Fun! Camp for children who are not participating in summer camps in person and as a resource for camp counselors. Kids of all ages can participate in virtual activities Monday - Friday (available all day) as they enjoy their nutritious summer meal.

Heart of the Matter: Fighting Hunger in PBC

United Way of Palm Beach County

A panel of local, state & national nonprofit and community leaders will discuss the PBC Hunger Relief plan; how United Way and their partners overcame challenges to build infrastructure that connects families with healthy food, especially at the peak of COVID-19; and share available hunger relief resources and

initiatives in the community.

This virtual event is on July 21 at 12:00 p.m.

RSVP Today!

Free Summer Webinars

Pure Edge is committed to helping educators easily access content to support well-being by offering daily, live webinars. Click on the button below to view both upcoming and on demand webinars.

Webinars Schedule

KidsFit Jamathon - Digital Vibez - Fairgrounds

The 10th Annual KidsFit Jamathon: Decade Celebration will be held on

Thursday, July 29, 2021. Due to Covid-19, some of the usual activities may be changed to comply with CDC regulations. KidsFit Jamathon is an innovative, interactive, concert-like experience for youth that motivates and inspires

them to dance, stay fit, and experience healthy lives!

More Information

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Student Mental Health and Wellness Conference...

The 8th Annual Student Mental Health and Wellness Conference is upon us. Now more than ever, supporting student and family social/emotional learning and mental health and wellness directly contributes to a positive school climate, trauma-sensitive practices, individual and family connectedness, academic achievement, and successful students from pre-K through postsecondary.

School District Summer Learning

K-12 students and parents can find 100's of activities and resources to continue learning during the summer and reduce summer slide. This website contains

activities in all subject areas, suggested reading lists, summer camp information, community activities, locations, services & resources for the entire family.

SCHOOL FOOD SERVICE UPDATES...

All sites with summer school or summer programs are open for children (or parents/guardians of the children) 18 years old and younger to receive breakfast and/or lunch for free each day.

If the parent/guardian is picking up the meal for their child and the child is not present, documentation for the child is needed as we have done in the past.

Click here for a list of locations and times of meal service .

There will be no food distribution from August 1-9. Regular meal service for students at school will begin again with the start of the 2021-2022 school year on August 10.

We will NEVER forget the inmense contributions that Mrs. Lori Dornbush gave to our SFS Department in her 35 year career ...thank you and we will

miss you greatly!

These retirees above will always be in our hearts...enjoy new adventures to ALL!

COVID-19 VACCINATION...

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WELLNESS PROMOTION...

The District's Wellness Promotion Task Force purpose is to create an educational forum that allows students, staff, parents, community partners, and members of the public to successfully collaborate in the promotion of healthier lives. With the District's ultimate goal of improving student performance, the direction of the Wellness Promotion Task Force is to encourage a proactive approach to holistically address the health, wellness, and safety of all school children and staff.

Wellness Promotion Archives...

SAVE THE DATES...

Paula Triana, RDN, LDN

Manager ~ Wellness Promotion

District's Wellness Promotion Task Force

School Food Service Department

3661 North Interstate Park Road, Suite #100

Riviera Beach, Florida 33404

Office: (561) 383-2026

Cell Phone: (561) 253-5583

Email: paula.triana@palmbeachschoools.org

Frances F. Rosier

Analyst ~ Wellness Promotion

District's Wellness Promotion Task Force

School Food Service Department

3661 North Interstate Park Road, Suite #100

Riviera Beach, Florida 33404

Office: (561) 882-1931

Email: frances.rosier@palmbeachschools.org

Hilary Greever, RDN, LDN

Nutrition Specialist ~ Nutrition Services

School Food Service Department

3661 North Interstate Park Road, Suite #100

Riviera Beach, Florida 33404

Office: (561) 383-2041

Email: hilary.greever@palmbeach schools.org

Disclaimer: Information, viewpoints, opinions and comments expressed in this 'Wellness Promotion: District & Community Updates' newsletter are those of the individual organization(s) and/or presenter(s), are for informational purposes only, and may not indicate ratification or sponsorship by The School District of Palm Beach County. We are sending out this newsletter to provide information that may be helpful to our students and their families, staff, and the community-at-large.