Coronavirus Archives

Can my child get COVID-19 from riding the school bus?

August 3, 2021/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Coronavirus, Learning and School, Learning and school, Right Highlight/by Rise and Shine

Research has shown that the risk of getting COVID-19 from riding a school bus is low when basic precautionary measures — such as masking, only allowing two kids per seat and leaving the windows open — are taken.

Helping your student transition back to in-person learning

August 2, 2021/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Coronavirus, Learning and school, Learning and School, Right Highlight/by Rise and Shine

Families should start preparing their children for the transition to in-person learning as soon as they are able to.

Dealing with pandemic-induced separation anxiety in kids

July 22, 2021/0 Comments/in 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Coronavirus, Emotional well being, Emotions and Behavior, Family life, Family Life, Parenting, Right Highlight, Stress and Anxiety/by Rise and Shine

Children and families are finally resuming some of their pre-pandemic activities, such as summer camp, vacations and in-person school. For some kids, this return will also trigger separation anxiety.