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Edition II - October 2022
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DISTRICT & COMMUNITY UPDATES | |
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Dear Friend of Wellness:
It is absolutely mind-blowing that the Fall Season is here and we are now into October to celebrate National Principals Month.
As we continue to embrace the framework of the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child model to guide our efforts every day and understand that everyone is essential for the success of our journey, we cannot dismiss the immense contributions that our School Principals provide, and their essential role in making a school great, as well as fostering and maintaining a top high-performing A-rated School District, such as ours.
We want to take this opportunity to thank each of you for your hard work and let you know that our future contributors to society depend on our continued commitment and passion to education.
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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Burke at Work: Information Technology
When a Chromebook or laptop breaks in the District, it often ends up at the IT Division's McKesson Repair Lab. Superintendent Burke hopped in on the assembly line-style repair process to fix a broken Chromebook screen.
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Celebrating
National Literacy Month
Superintendent Burke spent a recent morning at our new Blue Lake Elementary reading to kindergarten students in celebration of National Literacy Month.
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The District will be participating in the International Walk Your Child To School Day on Wednesday, October 12, 2022. Register today to join the fun and spread the impact of this year’s event. | | | |
2022 Heroes for Education Run/Walk | |
Join us on Saturday, October 29th for the 8th Annual Heroes for Education Run/Walk event presented by UnitedHealthcare and Optum. All proceeds benefit the Education Foundation's programs, grants and the distribution of school supplies to the highest-needs Title 1 schools.
Every steps counts, every dollar counts, because every student counts.
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SEL October Newsletter... | This edition of the SEL Newsletter contains information and resources for our new SEL Unit that we are starting this month: "Being Resilient". | |
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Family Parent & Caregiver
SEL Letter:
for Elementary Students...
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FL KidCare
Key Messages:
Approximately 2.4 million Florida children from birth through age 18 rely on Florida KidCare for the head-to-toe health coverage they need. Florida KidCare cares about children and knows that lives are made better through access to quality, affordable, child-centered health insurance.
If you are interested in applying for Florida KidCare coverage for your child(ren), a free online
cost calculator is available to help you.
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Click on the flyer or the banner above for more information... | | |
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PBC Youth Services Department's Education & Training Center
Presents:
Suicidality
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Presenter:
Kelly Everson, Psy.D.
Wednesday, October 12th
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location:
ZOOM Video Conference
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The registration form must be completed by
Tuesday, October 11th
at 3:00 p.m. to RSVP for this training. Once registration is confirmed,
a link to access the
training will be provided.
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Suicide Awareness and Prevention
is just one way to ensure the health and well-being
of all students.
It is important to remember suicidal thoughts are a symptom; they can be treated and they can improve over time.
If you or someone
you know is having
a difficult time, it is important to seek help.
There is a new phone resource available
no matter where you are
in the United States.
Just dial the 9-8-8 hotline.
This hotline is available
24 hours,
7 days a week,
365 days a year.
GET HELP
and keep hope alive.
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Free Webinar:
Suicide Prevention and Student
Mental Health
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Presenter:
Dr. Scott Poland
Wednesday, October 12th
2:00 PM
The mental health needs
of students due to the pandemic, the incidence of bullying, school violence, suicide, and trauma
in general - present a challenge for all educators. Suicide is a leading cause of death for youth from middle school age through college.
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Sustainability Symposium... | |
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The Environmental & Conservation Services 2nd annual Sustainability Symposium is scheduled for November 8th, 2022 at Manatee Lagoon.
FPL is sponsoring the use of the venue for the day. The agenda for this half-day Professional Development event will include breakout sessions from FPL (Energy Curriculum), Manatee Lagoon (Field Trip Opportunities and stats on manatees in Florida), and Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation (Teacher Resources).
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Attendees will include the school's 'Green Champions' in addition to other classroom teachers from elementary through high school. Our 125 guests will have the opportunity to win raffle prizes offered by our sponsors, professional development points, and a catered breakfast & lunch (sponsored by Manatee Lagoon). | |
The District's Wellness Promotion Task Force (WPTF) 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. | | |
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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 Phone: (561) 383-2026
Cell Phone: (561) 253-5583
Email: paula.triana@palmbeachschoools.org
Frances F. Rosier
Wellness Promotion Analyst
District's Wellness Promotion Task Force
School Food Service Department
3661 North Interstate Park Road, Suite #100
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404
Office Phone: (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 Phone: (561) 383-2041
Email: hilary.greever@palmbeachschools.org
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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. | | | | |
