**D11 Distance Learning Internet Access Options**

Social / Emotional Resources for Staff and Families

Need help finding the right resources:
211 can provide resources all across the Pikes Peak region: https://www.ppunitedway.org/get-help/

Need someone to talk to during this crisis or is your student in crisis:
Colorado Crisis Services:    Text TALK to 38255
Call 844-493-8255

Need help with Counseling Supports:
D11 Partners: Thriveworks - Call 719-266-3919 or email support.cosp@thriveworks.com
AspenPointe - Call 719-572-6100 or email info@aspenpointe.org

Walk-in Crisis Center:
AspenPointe
115 South Parkside Drive
Colorado Springs
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Parent Supports:
Tips to support families as they support students during this pandemic: https://thriveworks.com/colorado-springs-counseling/parenting-through-coronavirus-anxiety/
Talking with Children about COVID-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/talking-with-children.html

Managing Anxiety and Stress:
Supportive information for dealing with anxiety: https://thriveworks.com/colorado-springs-counseling/coronavirus-anxiety/
Manage Anxiety and Stress: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety.html

Tools and Resources for Families

Parents' Guide to Using WebEx - Please note that families do NOT need to download WebEx. Simply click the "Join Meeting" link on your teacher's invitation to join the call. 

Britannica Information for Parents and Students (Elementary)

Britannica Information for Parents and Students (Secondary)

How to Access eBooks Through Destiny Discover

How to Access eBooks Through the Destiny Read App

Schoology Parent Instructions

Logging into Schoology (Video for Student Access)

Family Partnership Goals

Although these are unsettling times, one thing that has not changed is the long-standing need for parents and educators to work together for the success of their children/students. In the coming weeks, all district staff will be ready and willing to be of service to our families to the greatest degree possible. We can only be that support if we hear from you and your students regularly. We readily admit that this new "temporary normal" has challenged all staff and their families and we have no doubt this new model will need refinement along the way.

It is our hope that families will:

• Review the Colorado Department of Education Best Prac​tices for Families
• Follow all communication coming from the district to stay up to date in the dynamic time of change. Visit the Distance Lear​ning site for new updates over time and to leave suggestions for items you would like to see
• Reach out and engage with staff often, let us know if we can support you and do not be afraid to ask
• Share what is working or not working directly with school and district leaders and teachers giving specific examples so we can work toward improvement
• Set structures that work best for your family's needs (the last page offers ideas to get you started)​
• Take time to celebrate and find small wins each day
• Find opportunities to be creative and laugh with your students
• Find opportunities to re-connect with your teenagers, it is a joy to see how they are growing into adulthood
• Hold us accountable for reaching our goal of reaching 100% of our students and their families by the end of week 1
• Click here to access daily schedule options to use with your children