Week of May 11 – May 15

We now have a centralized location for all resources that have been shared in these weekly newsletters. We are continuously adding to the list! You can find all of this information on UA’s homepage by clicking the COVID-19 Crisis Resources link.

Have you moved recently? Please remember to notify Mrs. Kivett (kivettc@universityacademy.org) so we can ensure our information is accurate.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

United Way (dial 211 from your phone to quickly access them) - Where can you find educational supplies in the Metro, homework assistance, and other resources.https://uwgkc.myresourcedirectory.com/

Kansas City Resources (Rent/Utilities/Food, etc) https://www.kclibrary.org/sites/default/files/2020-04-15-StreetSheet.pdf

KC Tenants – If you are having housing struggles (paying rent, facing eviction, etc.), this organization can provide assistance and guidance. https://kctenants.org/home

FOOD RESOURCES

Kansas City Public Schools has an interactive map with locations to get food assistance and/or meals. You can find that information here: https://www.kcpublicschools.org/Page/7843

Needing to apply for food stamps? You can find the application here: https://mydss.mo.gov/media/pdf/food-stamp-application

EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES

Kansas City Women’s Employment Network is offering some great trainings to help women be successful. You can find them here: https://kcwen.org/

PARENTING

COVID-19 has affected many of our normal parenting behaviors. This article offers some ideas on how to increase our resiliency as parents. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/three_ways_to_boost_your_resilience_as_a_parent

Have you seen changes in your child’s behavior? Watch this video from our Synergy Services partners about a behavior tracker that might be helpful at home. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rZ9Nh-Wrobr6YaILQo0U-wLqt_2n9PWi/view

Contact Mrs. Phillips at phillipsb@universityacademy.org or 913-804-0313  Follow: www.facebook.com/BrianneLCSW