Health and Safety

Virtual Town Hall held by the National Parent Teacher Association on July 16, 2020 (hosted on FaceBook) for the education community and parents to dialogue with health experts.

Physicians from the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) discuss what is known about #COVID19 and its impact on children and youth, as well as how we can help mitigate risks for transmission in schools for students and staff.

Moderated by:

Dr. John King of The Education Trust

Featuring Panelists: 

Dr. Tina Tan of Emory University and Dr. Wendy Armstrong of Northwestern University

Infographic from the CDC.

Little Book of Germs - Covid19 Activity Book

Info and Activities about Germs, Washing Hands, and Staying Safe.

Talking to Kids About Coronavirus

Childmind Institute's Website

Helping Kids Worried About Coronavirus

2. Limit News Exposure

3. Stick to Routines and Boundaries

4. Set and Track Daily Goals

5. Start or Continue Mindful Practices

6. Practice Controlled Breathing

7. Try Progressive Muscle Relaxation

8. Use Grounding Strategies

9. Set a Timer

10. Exercise Creatively

11. Use a Journal or Feelings Tracker

12. Acknowledge the Worry

13. Avoid Participating in Worry Rituals

14. Avoid Excessive Reassurance

15. Be Mindful of your Own Worries

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Informative Video for Kids Explaining:
What exactly is Coronavirus? Can I get it? What can I do to stay safe? And what can I do if I'm feeling worried about Coronavirus? Get those answers here!