Somos Maxwell November 22, 2020
Del Escritorio del Director
I hope you and your family are well. This week at Maxwell we will conduct online instruction on Monday and Tuesday. On Wednesday, we will begin the three-day holiday break. Online instruction will resume on Monday, November 30. As we look toward Thanksgiving on Thursday, on behalf of all the staff, I want to extend our sincerest thank you to all of the Maxwell students and families for your partnership this year. Only through this collaboration have we been able to tackle NTI- 2DL learning. Thank you for your grace during these challenging times. We are all looking toward a time in the near future when we can all be together in the building safely learning together. Until that time, I thank you again for your kindness as we continue on this joint venture. Please stay safe and well and have a wonderful Thanksgiving break!
This week the second episode of the the WMAX show was released. The show is conducted in Spanish and features submissions from students along with other original content. Our weekly Golden Cat Paw recipients are also featured in the program. New shows are released through the Seesaw announcements on Friday morning. A link to this past week's show is featured in this newsletter. Note that there will be a special show this week for Thanksgiving.
Thank you Maxwell families for completing the registration process this past week.
This past Friday we o cially concluded in-person targeted services for the semester. Thank you families for your participation.
The Maxwell Family Resource Center that is shared with Ashland Elementary is here to serve our community. This week you will still nd an order form for holiday meal items. Please continue to reach out to our FRC Coordinator, Dionne Jermeia, directly if your family has speci c needs. Please also note that the Maxwell PTA has partnered with the FRC to assist with a special Angel Tree project. Please see this newsletter for additional information.
The reporting procedures for the state in regards to COVID-19 have been enacted. Please continue to see this newsletter for details. Whether your student is learning at home or in-person, we need everyone to report.
Please note that the next edition of Somos Maxwell will be released on December 6.
Thank you for your partnership as we continue to strive to provide the best learning opportunities and outcomes for the students of Maxwell. Our learning community will persevere this school year as we celebrate "30 años volando alto y continuamos la aventura juntos"!
Robert Crawford, Principal
COVID-19 Reporting
A new emergency order from the state requires that beginning Monday, September 28, all families must report if their child tests positive for COVID-19 within 24 hours of receiving the test results. The district is then required to report numbers of positive cases and numbers of quarantines to the state, regardless of whether we are learning virtually or back on campus.
To make things easier for families, FCPS has established a COVID-19 reporting team to collect all information con dentially and ensure accurate and transparent reporting. If your child tests positive for COVID-19, all you have to do is dial 859-381-FCPS (3277), email your name and phone number to [email protected], or ll out the online form at www.fcps.net/covid19. The FCPS reporting team will then complete the required process. Please note that the online link is available in multiple languages.
Conferences
Report cards were mailed on Thursday, November 5. Please look for communication from your child's teacher regarding online conferences that will occur throughout the remainder of the semester.
WMAX
The award-winning WMAX show is back! Please look for new shows to be released on Fridays through the the morning Seesaw announcement. The show is conducted in Spanish and features student submissions and other engaging content. Please be sure to also note the weekly Golden Cat Paw recipients as part of the program! Please see below for the link to the latest show.
WMAX Show Friday, November 20 Archive of Shows Targeted Services Plus
In September, the FCPS Board voted to allow small groups of elementary school students to be able to receive targeted assistance beginning the week of October 19. This provision is allowed under guidance provided by the state.
On Friday, November 20 Maxwell's in-person targeted services for the rst semester concluded. Thank you families for your active participation in this opportunity. We look forward to providing additional opportunities online and during the second semester.
Library Book Pick-up Service
Pick-up library services from the school are available now! Please place your order this week for any books that you would like to pick up on Friday. You can check out books in English or Spanish.
Curbside pick-up for holds is available on Fridays, 9 am - 2 pm. Check out limit: 2 books per student You can place up to 2 items on hold using our online catalogue. If you have any question, please email [email protected]
Please see the video linked below from Sr. Mato for additional details.
Video
FRC Community Support
The Maxwell Family Resource Center is operated on Monday, Thursday, and Friday. Please contact Ms. Dionne Jermeia at [email protected] for services or to contribute. Please nd a link to request speci c food items for holiday meals. The food was graciously donated by Kroger! Please mark the items that you might need. If you are still in need of a hot spot, please reach out to Ms. Jermeia for assistance.
Holiday Food Item Request List FRC November Newsletter
BSHS Spanish Tutoring
BSHS has volunteer students who are available to assist with tutoring in Spanish. The students provide the tutoring through a community service learning project. If your student could bene t from online tutoring with once of the volunteers, please contact Alicia Vinson at [email protected]. Please be sure to include voluntarios 2020-2021 in the subject title of the e-mail so that the communication is directed to the appropriate area for response.
Maxwell Website & Technology Assistance
The Maxwell website contains content designed to assist families in accessing the technology we will be using during NTI-2DL. Please nd here a direct link to the technology/software support tutorials for families. Students and families can get assistance with technology issues by calling the help desk at 859-381-4410.
C3 Program
Maxwell will be participating in a new initiative called C3 (Caring, Connected, Community) that is designed to intentionally connect Fayette County Public Schools’ staff and students to create a more caring and culturally a rming community. Each family received a copy of the program brochure during the Maxwell Pick-up Party. Please nd below a link to the program brochure. '
C3 Brochure
Through the program a Maxwell staff member will be connected to each school family. We are excited to be initiating this program which will be implemented in a limited number of schools this year.
Get Help
The district has established a referral system for basic needs and social emotional/mental health. Please see the link below to submit a request.
Referral form
Lunch Services during NTI-2DL
Anyone 18 years of age and younger is now eligible to receive free meals at any of the district's 50 school feeding sites and the connected community locations. Regardless of where your children go to school or whether your family quali es for free or reduced lunch, all families can get FREE meals for children aged 18 and younger. Children do not need Breakfast and lunch are available at 50 pick-up school locations and partner community sites every Monday and Wednesday between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. On Mondays, FCPS will distribute two breakfasts and two lunches. On Wednesdays, FCPS will distribute three breakfasts and three lunches. Meals are a mix of ready-to-eat and heat-to-eat options. While Maxwell is not a pick-up site, please click here for a listing of locations.
Find more information at the district's website here.
News from the Maxwell PTA!
The PTA is proud to assist Maxwell's Family Resource Center in getting the word out about this year's Angel Tree Toy Drive. This drive will support Maxwell families in need with gifts for the holidays. If you are able, please consider donating an item. Your generosity will directly bene t a child at Maxwell. Thank you! Access the list here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0A45ACA722A7FC1-maxwell The last day to sign up for a donation slot is November 25th. The deadline for dropping off donations is December 14th. Items can be dropped off at Maxwell any day of the week from 9am-4pm. Questions? Contact FRC Coordinator Dionne Jermeia at [email protected]
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Maxwell Elementary, Escuela de Inmersión en Español, es una comunidad de aprendizaje comprometida con la igualdad, la competencia académica para todos y la adquisición de la lengua española con el n de que sus alumnos tengan éxito en una sociedad global.