COVID-19

As current circumstances are changing rapidly, I want you all to know that I am here to help you as much as possible. Please feel free to reach out through email at bsanders@whitnall.com or to my Google voice number, (262) 706-1331 for any questions or concerns you may have.

The amount of emotional and mental strain caused from a pandemic can be overwhelming. The separation from school, family, and friends can create a great amount of stress and anxiety for children and adolescents. Children may also feel upset or have other strong emotions if they, or someone they know, has been diagnosed with COVID-19. Setting a good example for your children by managing your stress through healthy lifestyle choices, is critical for parents and caregivers. When you are prepared, rested, and relaxed you can respond better to unexpected events and can make decisions in the best interest of your family and loved ones. 

Please review the following resources to help support your family during this challenging time. 

LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS 

• Your local health departments are great resources. Access to Whitnall school district's health departments can be found below:

  • Hales Corners Health Department 

  •  Greenfield Health Department

CDC RESOURCES

• Please visit the CDC Coronavirus Disease 2019 website for more information about COVID-19 (Coronavirus).

• One of the most important steps to preventing the spread of COVID-19 is hand washing. Please view these resources provided by the CDC.

• CDC Handwashing Videos 

• CDC: When and How to Wash Your Hands

Supporting for your child during COVID-19

• Helping Children Cope with Changes Resulting from COVID-19

• An elementary look at COVID-19

• Red Cross Resources for mental health during COVID-19

• Coronavirus: A book for children

Aurora Student Family Assistance Program

• If additional support is needed, the Aurora Student Family Assistance Program is still available to help support you and your family during this time.