April 2020
PARKSIDE PULSE
Table of Contents FUN ACTIVITIES TO DO INSIDE THINGS TO DO WHILE SOCIAL DISTANCING PRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING SOCIAL DISTANCING INFO INDOOR WORKOUTS TIPS TO HELP WITH YOUR ONLINE CLASSES STUDY TIPS GAMES TO PLAY ONLINE WITH FRIENDS HI HOW ARE YOU CORNER EASTER FACTS EASTER WORD SEARCH CAS HERE TO HELP
FUN STUFF TO DO INSIDE Bring out some Art Supplies Whether you like working with clay (try your hand at a stop motion video!), watercoloring, or drawing, set up a little corner to start practicing art again. Crafting and getting creative is such a great way to get out of your head.
Volunteer Virtually There are lots of communities to support right now, and though we can't necessarily provide relief or comfort with our physical presence, we can certainly contribute what we can.
Take up Knitting or Crochet Studies show that knitting is actually a huge stress reliever. So not only will knitting a new blanket give you something to cuddle up with, but it'll also be a soothing process.
Read More downtime inside = more time to read. Try the book-a-week challenge and then get together on FaceTime with a group of friends to discuss it. Or, if you have a list of classics you've been meaning to get through, now's the time.
Meditate Whether it's already a staple in your routine or you've been a long-time hater (me!), now is the good time to invest in finding your inner zen. Tara Martello, M.S., says, "when we're worried about our resources, we have to look within. We have our breath. This disease is affecting our lungs and our breathing. If we still have our breath right now, let's find it."
Learn a new language If you were pro in a foreign language in high school but have since lost your magic or you're a first-timer, now is a good time to download a language app like Memrise or Duolingo and start practicing. Or, if you're not interested in learning a new language, sign up for another kind of online class.
Things to do while
SOCIAL DISTANCING Clear and clean out your wardrobe Read a book Watch TV/Netflix Disney+ Movie Marathon Play a game (crossword or sudoku) Start a blog learn how to knit Have a dance party Exercise Make a bucket list Learn a language Play board games Learn an instrument
PRACTICE
SOCIAL DISTANCING greet with a wave instead of a handshake, a kiss or a hug stay home  as much as possible, including for meals and entertainment shop or take public transportation during off-peak hours conduct virtual meetings host virtual dates to stay in contact use technology to keep in touch with friends and family
BE ACTIVE
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Get Ready - wake up early, take a shower, eat breakfast, and get dressed for the day
Have a Clean Space - have your class materials out and proper lighting
Make a List - create a list with all tasks which need to be completed
Avoid being on your cellphone working on your bed interrupting your work
Study Tips Ace your exams with these awesome study tips: Diligence in your studies pays off especially during exam weeks Organize your study area Make flash cards to help review Condense notes to only have key information Do not procrastinate Take breaks Snack on brain food Study with friends and make a study group #videocalls Use charts and diagrams
Games to Play Online with Friends Psych 8 Ball Pool Kahoot Mario Kart Cards Against Friends Golf Battle Uno House Party
Easter Facts Easter is the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ in the Christian religion Eggs have been seen as ancient symbol of fertility, while springtime is considered to bring new life and rebirth Americans spend $1.9 billion on Easter candy. That’s the second biggest candy holiday after Halloween 70% of Easter candy purchased is chocolate76% of Americans think the ears of a chocolate bunny should be the first to be eaten Egg dyes were once made out of natural items such as onion peels, tree bark, flower petals, and juices The first story of a rabbit (later named the “Easter Bunny”) hiding eggs in a garden was published in 1680 Easter takes place on a Sunday, after the 40-day period called Lent. Lent is referred to as a time of fasting, but participants focus more on giving up one significant indulgence Holy Week is the celebrated during the week leading up to Easter. It begins on Palm Sunday, continues on to Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and then finally, Easter Sunday