Hello Parents and Guardians!! We know this has been a challenging time from Corona Virus to social injustice issues, it's all been overwhelming. Be sure to take care of yourself during this time and show yourself some grace. Self-care is key in making sure we can effectively take care of others! Be sure to ask for help when you need it, don't be too hard on yourself when trying to help with a math problem, and just remember we are here to support you however we can! Below you will find some resources as well as some fun activities you can do with your student.
This page will continued to be updated!
#wearebettertogether
Unemployment Information:
If you have been laid off or have lost your job entirely, please strongly consider applying for unemployment. Benefits are now available to many who have never previously qualified. The website to begin that process is: https://kcc.ky.gov/Pages/default.aspx. Be advised there are specific days on which to apply according to the first letter in your last name. That information is on the website.
· If you find yourself looking for employment, there are still places hiring. Visit: https://www.kychamber.com/news/coronavirus/covid-19-whos-hiring for a list of options.
Assistance Requests
I know asking for help is never easy and you may feel other families “need it more.” However, we find ourselves in the midst of unprecedented times where we are doing lots of things for the first time. There is no shame or stigma in asking for help! If you find yourself in need of assistance with bills, clothing, or food, please contact me. While I do have funds available to assist with these needs, they are very limited both in quantity and time frame.
· Immediate food assistance can be found at God’s Pantry by calling 859-259-2308. You are able to self-refer!
· If your child received a weekly food bag on Fridays through our Blessings in a Bag program, those items will be received by delivery/school pick-up on a week-to-week basis. If you are on the list and are not receiving those, it means I do not have your correct address. Please contact me via email and provide your current address!
o The FRC’s Blessings in a Bag is currently at full capacity. I’m always happy to place your child on the waiting list if needed. Please email me to do so.
· Suggestion: If you are able to continue paying your utility bills and rent, PLEASE do so! It may be tempting to forgo paying them, given the temporary suspension of disconnections and evictions. However, there will be an abundance of requests for assistance in the weeks and months to follow, which will place tremendous strain on community resources and quickly deplete funds. Again, contact me if you are in need of assistance! I will do my best to locate resources.
o If and when you receive a stimulus check, consider thinking ahead and utilizing it for bills and true needs. Community agencies’ funds are not consistent over time and may not be available when you need them.
Hotspot/Internet Assistance
There are free hotspots available to help families who currently to do not have internet access. Please call for more information.
Please contact Mrs. O'Ferral if you need help accessing or support with:
Health/Dental Services
Holiday Assistance
Family Counseling Services
Lots of love and hugs,
Mrs. O’Ferral, Deep Springs FRC
kate.oferral@fayette.kyschools.us
859.381.3073