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Mirror Lake Reflections
Natalee Saber, Principal Office Phone- (253) 945-3300 April 2020
Shawn Kocher, Assistant Principal www.fwps.org/mirrorlake
Kris Ekness, Office Manager www.facebook.com/mirrorlakefwps
Mirror Lake Families and Community,
As little as one month ago, who would have guessed our globe would be turned upside
down as we unite to overcome the impact of Covid-19? Who would have guessed Zoom
conferencing would elevate into the communication resource our scholars would rely on to
talk with their friends, classmates and teacher? Who would have guessed that families
would be called upon be partners in this work as we are today?
Despite these changes, I find great encouragement seeing our Mirror Lake families unite
and work together as we continue this unexpected journey. I am incredibly proud of the
work parents and families are doing setting up learning space and time for school. I am
thrilled to see our scholars adjust to new learning routines and expectations. I am
encouraged to see our teachers dive into new technologies such as Zoom to drive Remote
Learning practices. Closing schools did not enter any of our thoughts one month ago and
we all wish closing schools wasn’t a reality. However, I am proud to say Mirror Lake
Elementary is in this journey together and this period will pass.
Hopefully you’ve reviewed Superintendent Campbell’s memo sharing Federal Way Public
Schools are now moving into Remote Learning. In Dr. Campbell’s memo, these are steps we
will be implementing:
1. Remote Learning in Federal Way Public Schools starts on Monday, April 20th.
2. Weekly lessons and activities will be communicated by classroom teachers every
Monday
3. Teachers will utilize zoom meetings, Canvas, and emails to maintain closes
communication with their class and families. We will have meetings hosted by grade-
level for families with students in multiple grades.
4. Teachers will offer online office hours and/or telephone feedback for students/
families
5. I (school Principal) will email/call on Fridays. You are welcome to email me if you
have questions too at ndaniels@fwps.org
I do wish each Scholar, Staff Member, and Family member of our Mirror
Lake family to have health in the days to come. The staff of Mirror Lake
misses our kids and we miss doing what we are meant to do – to teach
and grow our kids.
Keep calm, be safe, and carry on,
Natalee Daniels Saber
~Assistant Principal’s Corner~ Kindergarten Registration is still open!
Dear Families, Kindergarten registration for the 2020-2021 school
year is open. Families with a child who will be five
I hope you are staying well and safe. I am
years old by Aug. 31, 2020 are welcome to enroll
actively supporting Principal Daniels Saber
their scholar online.
and our building to provide the best
possible remote learning opportunities for To enroll visit: www.fwps.org/kiosk, and click on
our scholars. If you ever have questions the “Student Registration” link to start the process
please feel free to reach out with any (make sure to select the 2020-2021 school year).
questions or concerns. I miss each seeing Families can also register online in person at the
our amazing scholars and look forward to child’s school during regular
when we can all be together again! hours. The following
documents are required at
the time of registration:
Kindly,
Your child’s birth certificate
Mrs. Shawn Kocher
Proof of your address
Email: skocher@fwps.org
(rental agreement, purchase
C: (253) 391-2990
agreement, or utility bill)
Your child’s immunization records for measles,
Local Mental Health Resources mumps, rubella, polio, diphtheria, whooping
Federal Way Youth and Family Services cough, tetanus, hepatitis B, and varicella
253.835.9975 (chickenpox) certified by a doctor.
Auburn Youth and Family Services
If your child has life threatening conditions such as
508.832.5707
Kent Youth and Family Services allergies, asthma, diabetes, and seizure disorders,
253.859.0300 a meeting will be scheduled with the school nurse
Renton Area Youth Services to confirm that all medications, medical supplies,
425.271.5600
and health care provider orders are in place prior
Southeast Youth and Family Services
206.937.7680 to the first day of school.
Mental Health Treatment Center of Federal Way How do I use ParentVUE, StudentVUE, Zoom or
– 800.615.3564 Canvas?
Optimum Mental Health Services – Renton
425.233.0431 You can find “How To” videos and documents on
Sound Health – Kent www.fwps.org/parentportal or click here for a direct
253.876.7600 link: www.fwps.org/Page/7420.
Sound Mental Health Telecare
253.876.7600
Seattle Mental Health – Auburn facility Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4th-May 8th
253.876.7600 We encourage you to Dojo or email
King County Evaluation and Treatment Center
253.285.7101 teachers and staff to share words of
Muckleshoot Behavioral Health Program – for appreciation!
the Native American community
253.804.8752 We appreciate all the hard work teachers, scholars, and
Valley Cities – Federal Way office families are putting in to make this transition easier!
253.833.7444Counselor Corner: Ms. Nowlin -
School Counselor Relaxation Tips from Mr. Ottele
Hello Mirror Lake Families! Sometimes you might feel mad, sad, or worried. You
may feel overwhelmed. Stress can make your body
Times are very stressful right now but I want you to know feel tight, like all of your muscles are tensing up and
that you are doing the best you can and that you are not squeezing together. Too much stress can lead to
alone! unhealthy choices. By resting and recharging through
This week, if you and your family are feeling stressed and/or relaxation, you can calm the body and brain. How can
restless try doing something active with your kids. Moving you manage your mood and turn it around? One easy
our bodies can release excess energy that comes with feel- way is to practice deep breathing. kinds of breathing
ings of stress. There are great online resources that you can can help you relax and become more mindful of your
use to get exercise in your own home!Gonoodle.com is a choices. Try this today!
great resource for indoor activities that will keep your fami-
ly active. Below are some activities that your kids may enjoy Bumble Bee Breath
doing to release some of their energy.
1. Sit or kneel. Make sure your head is straight for-
You can play freeze dance using this video or your own music.
When the music stops, you stop. See who lasts the longest! ward, your spine is tall, your chest is high, and
your shoulders are back. Close your eyes.
Freeze dance: https://www.youtube.com/watch? 2. Keep your mouth closed. Breathe in slowly
v=2UcZWXvgMZE
through your nose and count to 8 in your head.
For older kids, try a Go Noodle workout video! 3. Hold that air in your body while you silently count
Go noodle older kids workout: https://www.youtube.com/ to 2.
watch?v=ALrdpsWYoJs
4. Plug your ears and slowly let the air out as you
If you have any questions, please reach out using my hum (like a bee buzzing “mmm”).
information below. Again, you are not alone!
Try it now. Breathe in through your nose. Hold the air
Courtney Nowlin in your body. Slowly let the air out while humming.
School Counselor
Mirror Lake Elementary
cnowlin@fwps.org
MEAL PROGRAM CHANGE
As a reminder, our meal program model will be shifting to provide 5 days’ worth of meals every Monday. This change will begin
Monday, April 27, 2020.
WHY THE CHANGE?
Reducing to a one-day meal pick-up schedule supports the governor’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order, saves on transportation
time and cost for families, and helps keep our community healthy and safe.
HOW WILL THE MEALS PROGRAM WORK?
Meal pickup will occur on Mondays only
One exception: Since Monday, May 25 is a holiday (Memorial Day), distribution will occur on Tuesday, May 26.
Parents may pick up a week’s worth of free meals (five breakfasts and five lunches) for their children.
New change from USDA: Parents may pick up for their children ages 18 or younger. Child does not need to be present.
All ten meals will be provided in two grocery bags to ease transportation.
The bags will come with a five-day menu to ensure the meals provide nourishment for all five days.Classroom Websites for Mirror Lake Elementary Classrooms K-2 ACP Andalin Richards https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58317 K Ashlee Macduff https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/44711 K Dan Odden https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58312 K Jodi Lively https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58305 K Sylvia Hofschneider https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58300 1 Alanna Piek https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58315 1 Maggie Engels https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58296 1 Shirley Jenkins https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58304 1 Vanessa Comia https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58292 2 Jennifer Milton https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/44709 2 Joanne Cozart https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58294 2 Olivia Coley-Bishop https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58290 3-5 ACP Nancy Roxtrom https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58318 3 Sarah Brasch https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/44771 3 Dreya Bundesen https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/44265 3 Jessica Pak https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/44278 3 Jen Allen https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/44275 4 Ashley Hoffman https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/46719 4 Liz Obras https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/44323 4 Mariah Andersen https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/44772 5 Chris Andrews https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/44337 5 Tasha Hoskins https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/44368 5 Jordan Rawls https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/44349 Music Norm Seidel https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58319 PE John Ottele https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58313 Library Lisa Andrews https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58838 Counselor Courtney Nowlin https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58869 Resource Room Jodie Phillips https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58690 Math Interventionist Kate Kuper https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58873 Reading Interventionist Linda Craft https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58872 ELL Iolanta Kharitonova https://fwps.instructure.com/courses/58777
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