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Monday, December 17, 2012

Oswego 308 Schools Offering Counseling, Support in Wake of Newtown Tragedy

Flags are flying at half-mast until further notice.

Update 3:00 p.m. Monday: The District posted this announcement on their website Monday afternoon: We extend our sympathy to the families and community in Newtown, Connecticut for the tragic loss they have experienced. As with any incident that affects students, we share in their grief for the victims. Our thoughts are also focused on the safety of our own precious children who attend our schools.  The following links will provide resources which may help you address this event with your child.  In addition, if your child has any difficulty processing the information he/she has heard, please reach out to your school counselor, social worker or administrator for assistance.   School District 308 strives to provide your children with both a …

Herm

1:39 pm on Wednesday, December 19, 2012

So you will keep your child(ren) home on Friday, do you have a plan in place to insure they are safe at home? Will you be there to supervise them or are you going to work? Have you communicated your plan to the school so they know you have done your proper planning? There is a fine line between informing the masses and causing mass histeria. Most involved do not need to know the details. If the …   more ›

Friday, December 14, 2012

Newtown School Shooting: How to Talk To Your Kids About It

The National Association of School Pyschologists that addresses how best to address high-profile acts of violence.

In the wake of Friday's tragic shooting deaths in Newtown, CT, parents all over the country will be asked some very difficult questions by their own young students. The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) offers these tips in helping parents talk about such tragidies: High profile acts of violence, particularly in schools, can confuse and frighten children who may feel in danger or worry that their friends or loved-ones are at risk. They will look to adults for information and guidance on how to react. Parents and school personnel can help children feel safe by establishing a sense of normalcy and security and talking with them about their fears.  1. Reassure children that they are safe. Emphasize that schools are very safe…

Greg Nelson

10:59 am on Saturday, December 15, 2012

I would like to see ever local school district release to every parent the action plans for issues like fire, gun, bomb and lock down events that they have developed. I would feel they should also show how many times these items have been tested and results. The plans don't work unless tested against. Improve on them, make the place safe and stop and think that the only strength is based on the …   more ›

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