Early Education and Extended Learning Programs

We know that social or physically distancing is hard for everyone and especially hard for young children. However, it is not impossible. This article from PARENTS provides some practical tips for navigating social play dates and interactions for young children. https://www.parents.com//kids-dont-want-to-social-distanc/

The Board of Education invites students, families, employees, and community members to join us for one of two virtual community town hall events on Wednesday, July 8, to share your thoughts about Glendale Unified School District’s August 2020 Return to School Plan. Attendees will have an opportunity to speak. Each speaker will be given two minutes. If you wish to make a public comment and do not have access to the internet, please call the Glendale Unified Public Information Office at 818-241-3111 x1218 to make alternate arrangements.

The Early Learning Lab has created an app for families to provide one-stop information regarding learning activities and resources during the Corona Virus Pandemic and beyond. The app is available through the Apple Store and Google Play. https://earlylearninglab.org/stay-play-grow/#partners

Glendale Unified School District has announced the Free Meals for Children Schedule. Meals for children begin on Monday, June 15th. If you have questions, please reach out to Nutrition Services at (818) 552-2677.

Here is the June newsletter as we close this extraordinary school year. We hope our families are well and may you and your families stay healthy and safe. As always, don't hesitate to reach out to us and we will continue to post updates as we receive them.

Sesame Street Town Hall Part 1. https://www.cnn.com//entire-june-6-cnn-sesame-street-racis

During this time, many parents and teachers have questions about how to speak with children about race, racism, embracing diversity, and explaining the recent protests. On Saturday, June 6th, CNN and Sesame Street are hosting a Town Hall for Kids and Families. It is early for us in California (7:00 a.m.) so, you will want to set your alarm clocks. You can find the details for the Town Hall by going to the link. Additionally, you can submit a question for the Town Hall. https://www.cnn.com//cnn-sesame-street-standin/index.html

Learn more about our Glendale Unified Transitional Kindergarten program! Find more information at www.gusd.net/tk.

Happening now: The Glendale Unified School Districtlaunch of the College Success Fund. EVERY first grader enrolled in the District will receive a college savings starter account.

Congratulations to Ms. Ady Hernandez and Ms. Marcy Ostrom as the 2019-2020 Masonic Award recipients! For the 48th consecutive year, representatives of the Masonic Lodges in the Glendale area have asked for the opportunity to recognize school district employees for their service to education and the community. The main purpose is for the Masons to honor employees who contribute significantly to the high quality of a school, service, or program. The outstanding employees are s...elected by their peers at their work sites. Please join us, the Glendale Masonic Lodge, and the EEELP community, in congratulating Ms. Ady Hernandez and Ms. Marcy Ostrom!

A message from the Cerritos EEELP Team letting everyone know that they are missed. They have also created a google site to share information with families. Link is in the comments. We miss you too.

This Memorial Day 2020 we remember the fallen in service to our country. Photo Source: US Marine Corps (Photo by Elizabeth Fraser)