Being safe, respectful, kind, and inclusive makes a difference. Say NO to bullying.
PBS NewsHour: "Parents fear anti-Asian racism as schools mull reopening"
Global News: "Asian parents call on schools and government to help prevent anti-Asian racism in schools"
Medium: "Surviving Racism Amidst Covid-19" by Yin J. Li, Psychotherapist
CNN Health: "How parents can support kids through (and beyond) the latest wave of anti-Asian American violence"
Parents Magazine: "Parent Guide Helps Asian Families Address Racism During the Pandemic"
Willaim James College: "New parent guide helps Asian families address xenophobia, racism fueled by COVID-19"
Stop AAIP Hate: "Act Now: Our communities stand united against racism"
Romper: "On Eyes That Kiss In The Corners & Talking To Our Kids About Anti-Asian Racism"
Anti-Defamation League: "Challenging Anti-Asian Bias and Acting as an Ally"
Contact your child's school counselor if you or your student is in need of additional support.
The Child Mind Institute: "How to Help Children Cope With Frightening News"
PBIS Kids for Parents: "Helping Kids Navigate Scary News Stories"
Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood: "When Something Scary Happens"
National Education Association: Talking to Kids About the Attack on the Capitol
National Association of School Psychologist: "Supporting Marginalized Students in the Context of the 2020 Election: Tips for Parents"
CDC: "Taking Care of Your Emotional Health"
Additional Resources from LANCSD Counselors
STAFF RESOURCES: Leading conversation in the classroom and supporting students and yourself
Prepare Yourself: Gather information understand your feelings and emotions
Treat All Questions with Respect: Don't ignore a question because it makes you uncomfortable.
Be Open to Talking about Why These Incidences Take Place: Children might need help understanding why things are happening, if you are unsure yourself it is ok to say that.
Be Alert for Signs of Distress in Your Child: Reach out for support! We are here to help.
Focus on the Helpers: Stay positive and reassure them that people are out there helping . Come up with a plan on how your family can help or show solidarity.
Your Kids Aren't Too Young to Talk About Race: Resource Roundup
How to Talk to Kids about Race and Racism
Beyond the Golden Rule - A Parent’s Guide to Preventing and Responding to Prejudice
The Imagine Neighborhood: How to Start the Conversation about Racism
The Imagine Neighborhood: Talking to Kids about Racial Identity
Community violence is violence that happens around you, but not to you. Sadly, our world is full of scary, disturbing news about people harming others, such as school shootings and acts of terrorism. It’s hard to know how to explain such events to young children, or how much to share. Whether children have been exposed to traumatic events in your neighborhood or across the world, you can help them feel safer and more secure…and build hope and healing for a more peaceful, kinder future.
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