2020-2021 School Updates

December 29, 2020

 

Dear de Paul School Families:

 

The de Paul School will return to our on-site instruction on Tuesday, January 5. Those students who have been enrolled in our remote program will continue their off-campus instruction.

 

In preparation for our return on January 5, we share these announcements.

 

  • Families or school employees who engaged in out-of-state holiday travel are urged to voluntarily self-quarantine for 14 days when they return to Kentucky or follow CDC guidance for alternate options to shorten the quarantine period.
  • Students should return their supplies bins and technology on Tuesday, January 5.
  • Families can once again order lunches on the FLIK Dining app. The FLIK website can be found at https://tds.flikisdining.com/.
  • Students are encouraged to bring clear personal water bottles to school. We will have water available to replenish those throughout the day.
  • It is essential that students and educators stay at home as a precaution if they feel ill (fever, cough, respiratory distress, lethargy, and upset stomach) in the morning.
  • Students who wish to bring holiday gifts for our teachers and staff can do so on Friday, January 8. We will have a delivery system in place so that those can be taken safely to our classrooms.

 

We wish everyone a safe and healthy conclusion to 2020. We look forward to seeing everyone back at de Paul on Tuesday! Happy New Year!

 

Tony Kemper

Head, The de Paul School

Download Friday, December 17 Update Letter

JCPS Meal Sites for Students

Jefferson County Public Schools’ Nutrition Services is distributing free breakfast and lunch to all children (both JCPS and non JCPS students) 18 years old and under. The program also includes JCPS students over age 18. Families can drive or walk up at any of the sites and get the meals from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. each weekday while schools are closed. Each child present can get a breakfast and lunch. Here are the sites and menu. Contact Ashley Brandt, ashley.brandt@metrounitedway.org with any questions.

Funding for Those in Need

Greater Louisville’s corporate community has come together to create One Louisville: COVID-19 Response Fund aimed to assist families and nonprofits in need in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Individual households may request support by contacting their nearest Neighborhood Place Location. Here’s an overview of the fund including who is eligible for support, how to request assistance, and how to donate.

The de Paul School Remote Instruction Program

The de Paul School has rolled out a comprehensive and specially-crafted remote instructional program. It includes synchronous sessions led by our faculty, with students engaged multisensorily in a new teaching and learning landscape. Over 95% of our students are attending/participating each day -- an attendance that rivals any “normal” school day.

Learn About The de Paul School Remote Instruction Program
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Tips from Our de Paul School Faculty

In these uncertain and challenging times, consider these important points for safeguarding our children’s emotional health and wellbeing:

Reassure Children That They Are Safe

You undoubtedly have had conversations to set your child’s mind at ease. It will be important to revisit these conversations regularly. For example, review that most people who become infected only get mildly ill and recover fully. Amid nationwide alarm and upheaval, our leadership in maintaining perspective is essential.

Call attention to ways people are helping others. Express appreciation to doctors, nurses, volunteers, and others who help those who get sick.

Communicate a positive perspective about hygiene and social distancing. Rather than talking about these from an anxious and self-protective point of view, emphasize that these are ways we help our community and keep others safe. This is how we join the ranks of the helpers.

Discuss how our bodies are very good at fighting off viruses.

Reduce And Prevent Anxiety

Establish a daily routine and stick to it. While children and teens may balk at structure, they need it for their own emotional security.

Set an example of calmness and confidence. As new information unfolds, children are watching your reactions to determine whether they should feel safe. They need to know that the adults are secure and confident in protecting children.

Frequent and repeating news reports are emotionally toxic. Daily death tolls, divisive debate, and casting of blame teach pessimism and despair. Limit children’s exposure to these news cycles.

Avoid conversations that depict worst case scenarios. Help children separate reality from rumor and fantasy.

Monitor Online Activities

Enforce screen-free time each day. Yes, remote instruction and social distancing will require increased screen time, but the fact remains that offline time each day is essential. Play board games, play in the yard, read books, or take a stroll together outside.

Enforce nighttime technology restrictions. On school nights, students should be restricted from late-night chatting or game playing.

Help your child navigate his/her online social life. Be aware that online interactions can bring unique forms of conflict or stress.

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We are thrilled that you are interested in joining The de Paul School family. Fill out this form and our Admissions Director, Erin Whicker, will contact you directly to schedule your one-on-one personalized tour to experience The de Paul School difference. We look forward to getting you closer to enrollment and meeting your family.

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