* District & Community Updates *

Dear Friend of Wellness: During these challenging , uncertain, and unpredictable times we are facing daily, finding a Purpose creates a sense of meaning and internal stability. We know what we love to do, what we are good at, and how we can contribute to the world. It allows us to find a sense of place and belonging. Knowing our Purpose easily allows us to exercise our choices wisely. Believe it or not...knowing our Purpose makes our lives easier. We know what to pay attention to and what is less important. It allows us to spend less time and energy caught up on the little things that don't have an impact and perhaps don't matter as much. Our Purpose allows us to have the most profound impact. It will give us confidence, and at the end of the journey, we will know that we are here for a reason and that our contributions count and make a difference in the world.  Keep healthy, safe, and STRONG! ____________________________________________

Virtual Learning - End of Week 2 and moving into Week 3... Great SUCCESS! Mr. Anthony Dougherty, Evaluation & Regional Support Manager Department of Professional Development

HOT OF THE PRESS... District's kindergartners will NEVER forget this... Legend of Life! A Google classroom lesson of a lifetime was experienced by the children of Marsh Pointe Elementary in Palm Beach Gardens along with their parents. Click on picture below to watch video... Rocker Jon Bon Jovi appeared on the laptop screens of 20 kindergarteners during a writing lesson on Monday, April 13th. The famous musician wanted to meet the children after their teacher, Mr. Bonick, sent him the students' writings about being stuck at home during the coronavirus pandemic. Bon Jovi incorporated the students' lyrics into his new song, "Do What You Can."

From Our Classrooms to the Front Lines... The District's Medical Academies train our future life savers! This past week, ten (10) of those academies donated their surgical masks and gloves to the Health Care District of Palm Beach County to help protect true HEROES , the nurses and doctors at Lakeside Medical Center in Belle Glade and other local health facilities. Hear why our Superintendent, Dr. Donald E. Fennoy II, and our School Board Chair, Mr. Frank A. Barbieri, Jr., were eager to support our community. Supporting our Heroes - WATCH VIDEO HERE

A Letter from our Superintendent to the Class of 2020 : Click the picture below to see graduation updates as of April 8, 2020 . The District is actively exploring other commencement options to celebrate this milestone for our students... Finding Ways To Stay Active at Home is Good for Your Physical and Mental Health!    Click the picture below for more information

School Food Service News... Our students and their families are in need and we are here to serve them as much as possible and provide them some relief. In the last 20 operating days, with only 35 feeding sites opened, the School Food Service Department has served over 838,000 meals. The customer service shown and offered to all students and their families from our food service staff has been given with many smiling faces and over the top LOVE . Check out the Kids First... knowing your p urpose video... FOOD SERVICE PUTTING KIDS FIRST VIDEO

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Feeding South Florida Food and grocery products that are donated to Feeding South Florida and all food banks throughout the United States are carefully handled and tracked throughout the distribution process. Dates on food labels are oftentimes confusing. Products may sometimes appear with “sell by,” “use by,” or “best by” dates, and it can be hard to understand what these terms mean. Click below for more information: Food Dating Guideline

Palm Health Foundation is partnering with Digital Vibez through their LET'S MOVE: Commit To Change Movement i n the hope that we are al l staying active by hosting a virtual d ance party. Join the party on  Digital Vibez, Inc.'s Facebook or YouTube Live at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, April 17th.

Click the link below for Palm Beach County Emergency Order . PBC Executive Order - Wear Facial Covers #20-00 4

2020 Census Message from Our Superintendent...

Financial Health Day is April 15th...

Our Superintendent encourages everyone to fill out the 2020 Census. To learn more about how it works and its importance to the School District - please check below: 2020 Census

We are turning TAX DAY into 2020 FINANCIAL HEALTH DAY! We hope you find the information helpful. Click here for details on the webinars and get started with the video to welcome you to this priceless day.

Visit the District's Website on COVID-19 Updates...

The District's Wellness Promotion Promotion Task Force recently 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 id to encourage a proactive approach to holistically address the health, wellness, and safety of all school children and staff.

Click on the WSCC image above to access the Wellness Promotion Policy (2.035)

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@palmbeachschools.org Frances 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 Cell Phone: (561) 598-3353 Email: frances.rosier@palmbeachschools.org

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