Links to Resources for Students, Families, and Community

What To Say To Kids When The News Is Scary
NPR

Helping Children and Adolescents Cope with Disasters and Other Traumatic Events
National Institute of Mental Health

Responding to Trauma and Tragedy
MN Department of Education

School Climate, Safety and Tolerance
National Association of School Psychologists

Parenting a Child Who Has Experienced Trauma
Child Welfare Information Gateway

Talking with Kids about Tolerance 
Child Development Institute

Teaching Tolerance 
Scholastic

Talking with Children about Tragedies in the Media 
Child Development Institute

Talking with Children about Racism 
PBS

Talking to Children about Racial Bias 
American Academy of Pediatrics

Mental Health Supports for Home
District counselors have compiled a variety of student support resources for use at home. Please visit our Virtual Resources page to explore topics that provide mental health support, calming strategies, and resources for play. 

December 2020

As a school community, we are challenged to think about how we live our mission and vision.

As a school district, we are committed to ensuring that each child is part of a healthy, safe, engaged, and supported environment. We reaffirm our promise to build an inviting culture where every child feels respected and valued.

As educators, we have always believed that we have the power to change the world. We are now on the threshold of an opportunity to truly put those beliefs into action.

We believe that every child has the potential to grow and develop into a well-rounded person who contributes positively to the world. We vow to live these ideals and partner with our community in strengthening our education system to ensure an equitable and culturally responsive experience for every child. 

We want to reassure our community that we are committed to standing up and stepping even deeper into this call for change.