Parent Resources
Hello Puma Parents! We truly value you as an essential stakeholder in your child's education! Please use the resources below to help your family as needed. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact your child's School Counselor.
Thank you for your support!
LCPS- Mental Health & Wellness Resources AND Student & Family Services
Pinebrook ES Tutor List
Click here for the list of PNB Staff who provide tutoring services during the school year.
Please note: This is only provided as a resource and PNB does not get involved in the fees or scheduling.
LCPS Tutor List
Please note: This is only provided as resource and LCPS does not get involved in the fees or scheduling.
COVID-19_parent_handout_NASP_NASN_2-20_FINAL1.pdfHow to talk with your student
The National Association of School Psychologists has created a webpage with useful information for parents to use in communicating with their children about the COVID-19 virus. Please visit Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource for more information. Downloadable PDF
Please visit LCPS COVID-19 Updates for the most up to date information and resources.
LCPS is providing continuity of education through the development of learning experiences that are consistent with the curriculum. The current emphasis in these experiences is on providing families with resources through this LCPS Continuity of Education Website that they can use with students to reinforce skills and knowledge that have been previously taught. At this time these experiences and activities are considered a resource for students and families and should be considered encouraged but optional.
is my child old enough to stay home alone?
Please see the Loudoun County Guidelines for parents to determine if your child could/should stay home alone.
Things to do at home:
During this time of uncercainty, there a many things we can do to help strengthen our bonds and keep ourselves busy. Below are just a few examples:
1. Exercise! Go for a walk, do an outdoor treasure hunt, practice yoga.
2. Establish routine! School Age students thrive with routine as it can provide safety.
3. Clear out and organize! Use this time to clear out old clothing, school supplies, or other clutter and organize what is left.
4. Tell family stories! Kids love hearing stories about when you were their age. Or, challenge each other to come up with the wildest creative writing story.
5. Create a gratitude journal! Helping children focus on what is positive will help keep stress and anxiety at bay.
6. Prepare a Homework Area! Create a "go-to" spot for your child to focus on assignments and stock it with the necessary materials ahead of time (Click here for tips).
7. Create Digital Sunset! Turn off technology at a designated time each night to help the family wind down from the day and encourage a good night's sleep! (Click here to learn how)
8. Check in Daily! See link below for creative ideas on how to ask about your child's day.(Click here) for tips.
9. Get Connected! Familiarize yourself with your child's teacher school-home communication.
10. Play! School can be emotionally draining. Encourage your child to play everyday.
11. Watch a movie! You can make it educational by having your child look for specific things througout the movie and discuss afterward or write a short summary of the movie.
12. Cook! Try out a new receipe or teach your child a traditional/favorite food.
13. Learn a new skill! YouTube is a great resource for tutorials on a variety of topics (parent supervision recommended).
14. Practice handwriting, study skills, time management, etc. This is a great time to review and practice skills students will need for success.
Becoming an Independent Learner Liberty Elementary 12_12_19.pdf"Getting Kids Organized, Focused & Motivated...Without Being the Bad Guy"
We invite you to view the materials from a parent coffee event at Liberty Elementary School, "Getting Kids Organized, Focused and Motivated...Without Being the Bad Guy", presented by Ann Dolin.
Back to School Stress
Back to School can be an exciting time. With this excitement can come stress. Here are a few tips to help your family start this year on a positive note.
1. Get sleep! School Age Children need 9-12 hours each night!
2. Establish routine! School Age students thrive with routine as it can provide safety.
3. Plan Ahead! Children helping to lay out clothes and getting back packs ready helps reduce morning stress.
4. Support Independence! Provide support and encouragement while promoting autonomy (Click here for tips).
5. Get Involved! Volunteering or getting participating in school activities help children view school as a second home and promote comfort (Click here for PTA information).
6. Prepare Homework Area! Create a "go-to" spot for your child to focus on assignments and stock it with the necessary materials ahead of time (Click here for tips).
7. Create Digital Sunset! Turn off technology at a designated time each night to help the family wind down from the day and encourage a good night's sleep! (Click here to learn how)
8. Check in Daily! See link below for creative ideas on how to ask about your child's day.(Click here) for tips.
9. Get Connected! Familiarize yourself with your child's teacher school-home communication.
10. Play! School can be emotionally draining, encourage your child to play everyday.