Hello all,
We hope this communication finds you and your family healthy. These past weeks have presented challenges for everyone as we try new venues to assist you and your family with academics and support while things return to “normality.” It is great seeing some parents when they come and pick up the homework packet and breakfast/lunch for their kiddoes. Be assured, we miss them all!
Since Governor Doug Ducey ordered all schools to be closed since our spring break, our teachers and staff are in communication with parents and/or students during this time of “TIA Online Learning.” We understand that routines and structures have changed and our teachers have embraced new ways of teaching and reaching out for educational opportunities. These efforts have shown through your child’s participation on Facebook, Khan Academy, working on the Homework Packets, and maintaining communication with their classroom teacher. We hope to continue with this connection through the end of the school year and maybe even through the summer to ensure educational growth for your children.
Although attendance will not be taken for the fourth quarter, your child must participate in the above-mentioned activities. Teachers will document fourth quarter assignments and performance (not for a grade) so that parents will receive information on their student’s progress and to maintain a record of learning opportunities. Report cards will be issued at the end of the school year. While report cards will not contain grades for the fourth quarter, teachers will provide comments to parents as well as indicate whether or not students are promoted to the next grade level. Retention decisions will be based on their student’s mastery of standards through the third quarter. Teachers will not retain a student who is unable to participate in learning at home due to barriers created by the public health emergency.
HB 2910 cancels the statewide assessment (AzM2, AIMS Science Test and MSAA) for the 2019-2020 school year for all students. In addition, since students will not be taking AzM2 this school year, no 3rd-grade students will be retained due to Move On When Reading this year.
Please find ways for your children to engage in TIA Online Learning through the use of Khan Academy, Facebook classroom discussion groups, and homework packets (hard or soft copy). Participation is extremely important for current and future academic success. Contact us if you have any questions. We are here to serve you.
Here is some community information for you:
New information: Download Covid19 Community Resources Guide
Download Spanish: Covid19 Community Resources Spanish
Economic Impact Payment Check – Coronavirus Tax Relief
The payments, also referred to as stimulus payments, are automatic for most taxpayers. If you have not filed taxes and are eligible, you may still fill out a request to receive the payment. Individuals will receive a one payment of $1,200 plus $500 qualifying child. If you were claimed as a dependent on someone else’s taxes, you are not eligible for this payment.
Click below for more information and to see if you are eligible!
https://www.irs.gov/
Double your Food Stamps at Farmers Markets
Avoid grocery stores and shop farmers markets to receive a dollar for dollar match (essentially means 50% off food). Info here, but the $20 cap has been eliminated temporarily.
https://www.communityfoodbank.
Pima County Food Map!
Need quick access to your nearest food pantry? Look no further! Click the link below to see where your nearest food pantry is located.
https://www.communityfoodbank.
COVID-19 Symptoms and Hotline
There is a lot of misinformation circulating about COVID-19. People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. These symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus:
· Fever
· Cough
· Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
· Chills
· Repeated shaking with chills
· Muscle pain
· Headache
· Sore throat
· New loss of taste or smell
If you or someone in your family is experiencing these symptoms you can call the Pima County COVID-19 hotline to talk to a medical professional. The hotline number is 844-549-1851. Don’t feel comfortable speaking English? No worries, ask for interpretation for your preferred language.
¡Hola! Aquí hay información de la comunidad para usted:
Pagos de impacto económico
Los pagos, también conocido
Haga clic aquí para obtener
https://www.irs.gov/es/
Duplique tu Food Stamps en los Farmers Markets
Evita las tiendas y compra tu comida en los Farmers Markets para recibir un dólar por
https://www.communityfoodbank.
Pima County Mapa de Comida!
¿Necesitas acceso rápido a tu
COVID-19 Symptoms and Hotline
Las personas con COVID-19 han tenido varius
· Fiebre
· Tos
· Falta de aliento o dificultad para
· Escalofríos
· Sacudidas repetidas
· Dolor muscular
· Dolor de cabeza
· Dolor de garganta
· Nueva pérdida de
Si tu o alguien de tu familia
DES Benefits during Pandemic
The Pima County One-Stop Career Center has set up a dislocated worker hotline at 724-5735 to handle the increase in unemployment due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The hotline will be open March 26 and will be staffed from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. Spanish-speakers will be available to callers. Leave a message if the call goes to voicemail, and your call will be returned as soon as possible.
DES Benefits during Pandemic
https://des.az.gov/services/
El One-Stop Career Center del Condado de Pima ha establecido una línea directa para trabajadores desplazados al 724-5735 para manejar el aumento del desempleo debido a la pandemia COVID-19. La línea directa estará abierta el 26 de marzo y estará abierta de 8 a.m. a 5 p.m. de lunes a viernes. Los hispanohablantes estarán disponibles para las personas que llamen. Deje un mensaje si la llamada va al correo de voz, y su llamada será devuelta lo antes posible.
Beneficios del DES durante la pandemia
GRAB AND GO BREAKFAST
We are happy to announce that TIA will be serving grab and go breakfast and lunch between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm at each sight starting on Wednesday, March 25th.
Students must be present to receive the breakfast/lunch. All students are free to participate in this program even non TIA students.
Work Online through Khan Academy
Dear parents,
In order to better serve your child’s education, we have created an account for your child to work online on Khan Academy.
If you have no internet access or a computer, you could still pick up a printed homework packet from your school between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm.
Homework packets will also be emailed to the emails we have on file. If you do not receive one and would like to receive electronic notices, please contact your school and update your contact information.
Facebook “Groups” have been created for communication with parents, students, and teachers. CLICK HERE.
Join Your Child’s Teacher Facebook Group
We need you to go to GROUPS ON TIA’s Facebook page. CLICK HERE
find your child’s classrooms and join those group pages. Your child’s teacher will use this to communicate with you about homework assignments and more.
Important Announcement!
TIA Families and Community,
As most of you have already been made aware, Governor Doug Ducey has implemented the mandatory closure of all schools. This includes TIA. The safety, health, and welfare of our students and families is our top priority!
We are dedicated to keeping your children safe. We will adhere to the Governor’s mandate and our campuses will remain closed. We will do our best to keep you informed of all changes as they come.
Starting Tuesday, March 24, we are implementing a plan to provide weekly homework packs (to download or pick up at each school site in a designated area), online videos, email, our TIA website, and online educational means.
We have yet to determine if school offices will have limited hours. However, all campuses are closed during this time.
We ask for your patience and understanding during this perplexing time. Be safe, healthy, and be kind to one another.
Sincerely, Dr. J. and the Leadership Team
