Sea Kings Families,

 

 

One thing remains constant amid ever-changing guidelines, and unlike most things, we do have complete control over this one thing: DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILD TO SCHOOL SICK. One critical decision plays an integral part in our community's safety and our capacity to keep schools open. Please take a few moments to complete the daily health check and do not send your child to school if they are experiencing any symptoms.

 

Our teachers and staff are working tirelessly together in the genuine Sea King spirit to support this effort, and we will work with absent students to ensure that no one is penalized for missing school due to illness. Health and safety are our number one priority; everything else is "figureoutable." 

 

We're doing everything we can to manage the situation and communicate promptly and clearly. Thank you to our office staff, counselors, support staff, and instructors; there isn't a single person on this campus who hasn't been asked to do something that isn't their job:) Finally, I'd like to express my gratitude to the District for their assistance and direction.

 

We appreciate your diligence in continuing to implement all of our safety measures. As a reminder, we ask that all students:

• Wear a mask when on campus, and ensure that it is a paper surgical mask or KN95 mask (plain cloth masks or gaiters are no longer sufficient) 
• Maintain distance from others
• Frequently wash your hands, especially before eating
• Complete the daily health screen before coming to campus, and do not come to campus sick. 
• Report positive tests to the Principal and follow protocols (see infographic). 
• If notified as close contact, follow protocols (see infographic). 

 

Free COVID-19 testing provided by the County of Los Angeles is available to all residents at drive-up and walk-up testing sites. Appointments are strongly encouraged and can help reduce wait times.

 

For more information and a list of testing sites, visit covid19.lacounty.gov/testing. To schedule a test, visit la.fulgentgenetics.com/appointment.

 

The L.A. County Home Test Collection program is offering free, at-home COVID nasal swab test kit via mail to all L.A. County residents who have COVID-19 symptoms or think they were exposed. Sign up to have a test kit delivered to your home address at http://covid19.lacounty.gov/hometest 

Open seven days a week, 9 am-4 pm, no appointment; however, you do need to pre-register (flowhealth.com)

 

Rancho Palos Verdes Urgent Care
28900 South Western Avenue, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

COVID-19 testing and antibody testing are available. For more information, call 424-702-0500 or visit urgentmednetwork.com.

 

Exer Urgent Care 
395 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274

COVID-19 testing and antibody testing are only for those who are evaluated either through VirtualCare by Exer or at one of the clinics. To start the process, visit exerurgentcare.doxy.me/virtualcare

 

Palos Verdes Medical Group 
550 Deep Valley Drive #319, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274

Palos Verdes Medical Group offers drive-thru COVID-19 testing, as well as antibody testing, on the fourth (top) floor of the Promenade on the Peninsula mall. Testing is by appointment only and open to both PVMG patients and community members. Call PVMG at 310-544-6858 or email [email protected] for any questions or to schedule a Telehealth visit.

 

 

 

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MENTAL HEALTH MINUTE MESSAGE FROM MS. SAMAHA

Coming back to school after a long break could lead to increased stress and anxiety levels for students to re-adjust to daily routines and have more responsibilities and expectations. In addition, increased worries around new Covid-19 concerns and restrictions might add an added layer of stress for students and families right now. So here is a review of some preventative tips and practices to help manage and reduce overall stress levels as we start the New Year.

• ·         Get Enough Sleep – consistent routines around when we go to sleep and wake up can help us fall asleep easier and get more sleep each night, lack of sleep can often increase stress levels and disrupt our physical and mental health
• ·         Eat Well & Avoid Harmful Substances – making sure we get enough to eat and eat regularly throughout the day can help with energy levels and improve overall health, high levels of sugars or caffeine (as well as any harmful substances such as alcohol or nicotine) can dysregulate our systems and increase stress and anxiety
• ·         Exercise Regularly – exercise is a great natural way to release stress and tension that builds up and also produces endorphins that help improve our overall mood
• ·         Learn What Triggers Your Stress – the more we are aware of what causes our stress to increase, the more we can recognize stressors as they come up and either make changes to reduce some of the stressors in our lives or take extra steps to help ourselves relax and refocus
• ·         Take Breaks – it's essential to take breaks when starting to feel stressed or overwhelmed to be more productive overall – stretch, go for a walk, listen to music, get a snack, talk to a friend, or even walk outside for a minute
• ·         Practice Relaxation Techniques – relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, mindfulness, or meditation are most helpful when we practice them frequently and regularly, try practicing something for a few minutes a day (even when you aren't stressed) to help your body learn the practice and be more effective when stress levels do increase
• ·         Engage in Soothing Activities and Self-Care – try something that soothes  your senses and helps your body physically relax, such as smelling lavender, drinking chamomile tea, taking a bath, listening to calming music, stretching or yoga, getting a massage, or even spending time cuddling with your pets
• ·         Talk to someone – sometimes a good old fashion venting session is the best remedy for us to release built-up stress we are carrying (writing in a journal is another way to get out your stress if you don't feel like you have someone to talk to)
• ·         Set Realistic Goals and Expectations – setting high expectations for ourselves means a higher chance of not being able to fulfill them and can make us feel more overwhelmed, set goals in small attainable steps that feel doable, leading to more likely success at achieving them and helping us feel more accomplished and motivated to take on new goals

 

 

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