Head Start Family News March 2022

Head Start Family News News from Lorain County Community Action Agency Head Start • March 2022 Director’s Corner

Spring in the Air, Seuss in the Classrooms We are very happy that children are back to school with in-classroom learning!

We are currently working on getting additional classrooms opened.

We are all tired of COVID and want to move forward but will continue to do so safely. LCCAA will continue to follow CDC guidelines and hope that things will change soon.

The good news is that the month of March means spring is in the air! I am looking forward to the birds singing, new baby animals being born, planting flowers, Easter, and not wearing a winter coat!

I am also excited about Dr. Seuss month! We celebrate the beloved children’s author, illustrator, poet, animator and filmmaker.

He was born on March 2, 1904 and wrote more than 60 books. I believe his writings bring out the child in all of us to explore life and have fun doing it!

The Head Start staff has some great things planned for this month, and I know you will want to do the same at home. I have some favorites like: Green Eggs and Ham, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Oh, the Places You Will Go and Oh, the Thinks You Can Think.

Students at Hopkins-Locke tried green eggs and ham in 2020, just before COVID closed LCCAA classrooms. The tasting is a regular part of spring celebrations of school spirit and Seuss’ work We ask that you help us by recommending the Head Start program to someone you know. They can go to our website at www.lccaa.net to sign up, or they can call the centers for information.

What is your favorite Dr. Seuss book? Take this As always, thank you for choosing Head Start, and opportunity to celebrate Dr. Seuss for literacy learning sticking with us through the pandemic. at home. “A book a day helps literacy to stay.” Yes, I just made that up!

Spring is also the time of year that we will be recruiting children and families for next year. We will sign your child up for another year if they are not transitioning to kindergarten. This helps us to get an early count.

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Shauna Matelski, Ed.D. Head Start Director

LCCAA Head Start Celebrates National Nutrition Month

Family Style Meals Promote Interaction

Mealtime is a great opportunity Food shapes and colors are expected to encourage and support child to be discussed, but so much more development. happens during breakfast, lunch and snack time in a Head Start classroom.

meal service is a great opportunity for all of these to happen.

These daily interactions help build student social skills like cooperation and qualities like responsibility and helpfulness. Children look to teachers and their classmates for guidance, communication, and role modeling expectations. Family Style

“It tends to be the connection for family tradition and culture. There are so many chances for students to learn during meal service such as their language and fine motor skills developing during these student teacher interactions.”

During the pandemic, LCCAA Head Start teachers have made modifications to these routines, but Meal times support all the domains eating Family Style remains a best of learning and provide opportunities practice in the program, according to practice and master new skills for to Health and Nutrition Specialist daily living: using a cup and eating Rebecca Rodriguez. utensils, pouring their own milk, “Food is more than just setting a table, cleaning. nourishment,” Rodriguez said.

Try Days Benefit Students, Families When LCCAA Head Start began offering Try Days in 2017, the goal was to encourage children to try new things. The popular program grew and has become much more.

“Try Day engages and encourages the children and families to try new foods in a creative way,” said Health and Nutrition Specialist Rebecca Rodriguez.

“It also gives our team a chance to try new things while keeping in mind accessibility and affordability for our families who want to duplicate the items at home.”

Try Days include classroom experiences with whole foods, tasting for students and – prior to the pandemic – tasting for parents. Parents who try the items can enter a drawing to win a kitchen-related prize. The classroom with the most students who sample the new item becomes the Try Day Champion. Recipes are also shared.

“It serves so many different purposes and adds to the level of engagement,” Rodriguez said.

For a typical Try Day, classrooms are given the food in its raw, whole form. For example, when cauliflower was recently tried, whole heads of cauliflower were passed around in classrooms. Teachers also had access to resources such as videos describing how the vegetable grows.

Children can see, smell and touch the food before they taste it, Rodriguez said. In the case of cauliflower, raw chunks were offered with the kitchen’s homemade ranch Dietician Marge Robison hosts dressing and a riced cauliflower a lobby tasting for Try Day in dish was part of a early 2020. lunch that week.

In February, quinoa was scheduled to be served in a Mango Quinoa Salad when Head Start centers had to close early due to a snowstorm. The staff in Head Start’s central kitchen pivoted quickly and more than 300 cups of the salad were sent home. That flexibility had already been on display as staff packaged and provided hundreds of virtual meals.

“It was a good feeling to know we were able to get it to the families,” Rodriguez said.

Rodriguez and her staff continue to look for ways to enhance the Try Day experience.

Teaching Little Minds About Big Emotions Preschoolers have big feelings. Upset and tantrums can crop up seemingly out of nowhere, making parents feel powerless.

Our Head Start teachers look at big emotions as teaching opportunities. This is why we work to build self-regulation, or management of one’s own emotions.

Our biggest resource is our Conscious Discipline curriculum and two major tools are Feeling Buddies and the Safe Place.

Feeling Buddies go beyond being cute little dolls that depict different emotions through facial expressions.

They are not used to help a child to recognize feelings, but instead to help a child write his or her own “inner speech” by assisting the buddy in regulating its emotion.

In other words, the buddy is not a toy, but instead a valuable tool.

Sample language as a child uses a buddy is this: “Hello, angry. Your mouth is like this (demonstrate) and your eyes are like this (demonstrate). Breathe with me (take 3 deep breaths). You’re safe. It’s ok for you to feel angry. You can handle it.”

By using this language, your child will begin to write his inner monologue that can be used in moments of

All LCCAA Head Start classrooms are equipped with Feeling Buddies and unique Safe Spaces the children help design. The Spaces may contain pillows or other items in addition to the Feeling Buddies. anger, sadness or other big emotions.

The Safe Place is part of self-regulation because it teaches your child to go somewhere to calm down and to work through their feelings. It’s not a time-out spot, instead it is a designated space to actively use in management of big feelings.

Every Head Start classroom has a Safe Place, and they don’t all look the same. Teachers are encouraged to have the students help set up this space so they will feel a sense of ownership.

If you want to learn more about these and more Conscious Discipline tools, be sure to attend our Parenting Toolbox sessions on March 17th and April 14th or attend a monthly parent meeting.

Details for these and more resources are always available on ClassTag or by contacting your classroom teacher.

Recognizing and Coping With Grief Grief, loss and death unfortunately are all a part of life. They can also be among the most difficult things to talk to children about. LCCAA Head Start staff has put together a few suggestions and resources to help make this process a little easier for parents.

of time.

For additional resources we recommend visiting Cornerstone of Hope’s website at https:// cornerstoneofhope.org.

Other good resources include the following:

First, as parents and caregivers ,recognize that you are also grieving. Be extra gentle to yourself and remember there’s no right or wrong way to grieve. Practice your Typical reactions can include: own self-care and asking for what X Physical changes: with eating, you need. sleeping and toileting issues.

To begin talking with children: X Emotional changes: becoming easily overwhelmed or having X Be honest. Use correct but difficulty separating from you. simple words to describe what happened. “Grandma’s body X Behavioral changes: more stopped working and couldn’t tantrums and regressed be fixed. She died.” behaviors.

X Tell them it’s ok to ask questions. X Cognitive changes: more fearful It’s also ok to say “I don’t know” thoughts or mistaken beliefs that or “let me think about that.” what happened was their fault.

X Let them know its ok to cry and Oftentimes, changes and adjustment feel sad. Share your feelings difficulties improve over time. All of with them. the above feelings and changes are Common grief feelings include normal during grief. Be concerned anger, guilt, sadness and fear. if they persist over a longer period

When Dinosaurs Die

by Laurie Krasny Brown and Marc Brown and read aloud here: https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=YM_WRhBmEdI The Goodbye Book

by Todd Parr, read aloud by the author here: https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=efWdOol5g6o Sesame Street in Communities https://youtu.be/t2D9Ezh9sUE https://youtu.be/85OMNP1EQb8 For additional support, feel free to reach out to Head Start staff, or contracted Mental Health Consultant, Donna Jezewski at Donna.Jezewski@ohioguidestone. org or by phone at 440-204-3129 (Office Phone) or (440) 752-0039 (OGS Cell Phone).

Hopkins-Locke Staff Member Mourned

Staff at LCCAA Head Start at Hopkins Locke are prepared for future work at LCCAA mourning the unexpected loss of a colleague and friend. Head Start by taking a class Shayna O’Neal died Feb. 3. She had been an Early with Director Shauna Matelski.

Childhood Service Worker at the center for three years. She had just received a TEACH Scholarship to work toward her Hopkins Locke Site Administrator Alicia Risner said Child Development Associate the staff was truly shocked at the news and has taken credential. every opportunity to express the love and respect they “Shayna was a bright, kind, and had for Miss Shay. caring employee,” said Human Resources Director “It’s a day by day thing,” she said. “I’m very thankful Carla Rodriguez. “She loved working with children and that we have each other to lean on.” helping others. Her beautiful smile and charm will be “She’s been a part of us for a long time,” added Family missed by many at the Agency.”

Service Worker Supervisor Sharon Henry.

Counselors from Ohio Guidestone were made available In 2018, Shayna was among a group of parents who

for both staff and students. Services were private.

Join Us for a Virtual Dance Party Head Start Parents will have a chance to meet Ms. Izzey this month.

If your preschooler has come home talking about Ms. Izzey and her musical instruments, you won’t want to miss our Virtual Dance Party on March 30.

The 30-minute session will be filled with music, dancing, engagement and lots of fun. Ms. Izzey will share the importance of music in preschool.

Ms. Izzey visits Head Start classrooms once each month and also sends weekly videos. Her videos have been one of the more popular features of LCCAA Head Start during the pandemic when we have had periods of virtual learning.

Check ClassTag or with your child’s teacher for login credentials.

Book of the Month: How to

Catch a Leprechaun

Building a leprechaun trap is a fun activity to do with your child before St. Patrick’s Day on March 17. You’ll find some fun ideas in How to Catch a Leprechaun by Adam Wallace and Andy Elkerton.

Stomper’s Reading Club Returns LCCAA Head Start students will again have a chance to read their way to a Lake Erie Crushers game by participating in Stomper’s Reading Club.

During March students who read at least three books will receive a free ticket to a Crushers game.

A date for a Head Start night is still being finalized.

For more information on Stomper’s Reading Club, please contact your teacher, family service worker or home visitor.

Even though there are no such thing as leprechauns, it is fun to watch your preschoolers think about ways to try to catch this trickster for his pot of gold!

Using their creativity to build traps also encourages them to use critical thinking and engineering skills. If your little one loved this book, there are more in the series including How to Catch an Elf, Tooth Fairy, Unicorn, Turkey, Mermaid, and more.

LCCAA Will Mark Week of the Young Child LCCAA Head Start children, families and staff are invited to celebrate the Week of the Young Child, April 4 through 8. We plan a fun-filled week celebrating early learning, young children, their teachers, families, and communities.

Additional details will be posted on Classtag and communicated with families.

For Music Monday, join us for a

virtual field trip to the Great Lakes Science Center for “Seeing Sound.”

Can fire dance to music? We will observe sound vibrations as we demonstrate how our senses help us

hear, feel and even see sound.

For Tasty Tuesday, expect treats from our nutrition staff. Work Together Wednesday will highlight cooperation in the classroom and for Artsy Thursday students will learn about artists and create their own paintings.

Playing a family game is encouraged for Family Friday. Talk to your teacher for ideas.

Don’t Pay to Get Your Taxes Done Don’t pay to get your taxes done! Lorain County’s free tax prep coalition is again offering free tax preparation services for low-income households.

The coalition trains and certifies volunteer tax preparers through the IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Since 1971, VITA has saved taxpayers filing fees and other high-cost services that can be number of people are expected to file for the first time this year due to the advanced Child Tax Credit Payments charged by a private tax preparer.

The program targets households earning less than distributed in 2021 for COVID-relief.

$60,000 a year or less. Volunteers can help households Learn more at www.loraincountyfreetaxprep.org or call who are eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit. A 2-1-1 to make your appointment.

LCCAA Head Start Hiring Assistant Teachers If you have a high school diploma, experience with X $15 starting wage with guaranteed increases. small children, are fully vaccinated and can pass a X Certificate training provided, tuition assistance. background check, you can come make a difference X Great benefits: medical, dental and more. with us!

Our Head Start centers are five star rated under Step Up X Generous retirement match. to Quality and full of dedicated lifelong learners.

X Holidays, vacation and PTO for all employees.

Apply today and join our mission to serve and empower X Highly rated centers and top-notch colleagues.

Lorain County residents in need.

Make a difference with us!

X Start immediately with a signing bonus.

Apply today at www.lccaa.net

Help is Available for Rent, Heat, Water

If you are struggling to pay your through LCCAA. Household Water Assistance bills, LCCAA may be able to help.

X Winter Crisis will help if Program will provide help to income Talk to your child’s teacher or family your heat is disconnected or eligible Lorain County residents. service worker about a referral to you’ve received a disconnect X Households must be living one of these programs. notice. at or below 175% of the Rent Assistance Federal Poverty Level.

X You must have an Rent assistance is available and can be paid as far back as March 2020.

X Must live at or below 80% of the Area Median Income ($62,900 for a family of four in 2022).

X Must apply online at www. covidhelp.lccaa.net.

X Priority for those facing eviction.

appointment for Winter Crisis. Make one at www. lccaa.net.

X You can apply for HEAP online at energyhelp.ohio. gov.

X Get on PIPP to control your bills, also at energyhelp. ohio.gov.

X Apply by sending an email through LCCAA’s Contact Us form. Direct your email to “Water Assistance (LIHWAP).” Visit www. lccaa.net/about_us/contact_ us.

X You can also apply at energyhelp.ohio.gov.

X Columbia Gas customers LCCAA has partners throughout the county. If you are in need of can access fuel funds.

Heating Help help with any household expense Water Assistance Winter heating assistance is or issue, please ask your Family available from a variety of programs LIH-WAP, the Low-Income Service Worker for information.

LCCAA Head Start Menu for March 2022 Monday 7

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Wednesday

Tuesday

No School

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8

WG Blueberry Snack ‘n Waffle, Apple Slices

Thursday 9

Berry Patch Smoothie, WG Bunny Grahams

Friday 10

WG Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Diced Peaches

Build Your Own Tortilla: WG Tortilla, Seasoned Chicken, Cheese, Lettuce, Salsa; Sweet Mango Chunks

BBQ Chicken Sandwich Cole Slaw Mandarin Oranges

Turkey w/Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, WG Spaghetti w/Meatballs, California Veggies, WG Breadstick, WG Dinner Roll, Seasonal Melon Fresh Fruit Salad

Danimals® Yogurt Fresh Orange

WG Flatbread Round WOWBUTTER® & Jelly

Local Apple, WG Heartzel Pretzel Bag

WG Banana Bread Apple Slices

15

16

WG Mini Wheats Seasonal Melon

Banana WG Goldfish Crackers

17

WG Strawberry Mini Bagel, Applesauce

Yogurt, Peach & Granola Parfait

B

WG Cheerios Cereal Pineapple Tidbits

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WG Lasagna Roll-Up Steamed Green Beans Pears

Build Your Own Burger: WG Bun, Cheese, Pickle Chips, Ketchup; Baked Beans, Apricots

Braised Chicken Thigh, Maple Cinnamon Carrots, WG Cornbread, Clementine

Beef & Veggies w/Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Diced Peaches, WG Garlic Twist

WG French Toast Sticks, Maple Syrup, Chicken Sausage Patty, Tater Tots, Tangerine

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Mango Peach Applesauce WG Cheez Its

WG Elf Grahams Veggie Juice

Diced Pears WG Educational Crackers

Assorted Raw Veggies, Ranch Dip, String Cheese Stick

WG Tortilla Chips, Salsa

B

WG Rice Chex Pineapple Tidbits

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Egg Omelet, Maple Sweet Potatoes, Croissant, Baked Cinnamon Apples

Meatbull Sub, Assorted Veggies a/Ranch Dip, Diced Pears

BBQ Chicken Drumstick, Carrots & Green Beans, WG Cornbread, Tropical Fruit

WC Mac-n-Cheese, Steamed Broccoli, Sweet Mango Chunks

Orange Chicken, Brown Rice Stir Fry Veggies Seasonal Melon

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Turkey Stick, WG Saltines

Danimal® Yogurt Fresh Orange

WG Flatbread Round, WOWButter® & Jelly

Local Apple WG Heartzel Pretzel Bag

Banana WG Goldfish Crackers

B

WG Cheerios Cereal Pineapple Tidbits

WG Mini Wheats Seasonal Melon

L

Veggie Chili w/Cheese, WG Cornbread Apricots

S

Mango Peach Applesauce WG Cheez Its

WG Banana Bread 29 Apple Slices Build Your Own Nachos: WG Tortilla Chips, Seasoned Beef, Black Beans, Salsa, Shredded Cheese; Clementine WG Graham Crackers Sun Splash Veggie Juice

B

WG Rice Chex Pineapple Tidbits

L

General Tso Beef, WG Brown Rice, Steamed Broccoli, Diced Pears

Build Your Own Tortilla: WG Tortilla, Seasoned Chicken, Cheese, Lettuce, Salsa; Sweet Mango Chunks

BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Cole Slaw, Mandarin Oranges

WG Spaghetti w/Meatballs, California Veggies, WG Breadstick, Fresh Fruit Salad

Turkey w/Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, WG Dinner Roll, Seasonal Melon

S

Turkey Stick WG Saltines

Danimals Yogurt®, Fresh Orange

WG Flatbread Round, WOWBUTTER® & Jelly

Local Apple, WG Heartzel Pretzel Bag

Banana, WG Goldfish Crackers

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28

4

11

Yogurt Berry & Granola Parfait

WG Blueberry Snack ‘n Waffle, Apple Slices

WG Blueberry Snack ‘n Waffle, Apple Slices

22

23

Berry Patch Smoothie WG Bunny Grahams

5

30

31

WG Strawberry Mini Bagel, Applesauce WG Wild Mike Pizza Bites, Tossed Salad w/Cheese, Croutons, Assorted Dressings, Tropical Fruit Assorted Raw Veggies, Ranch Dressing, Cheese Stick

Teriyaki Beef Dippers, Sweet/Sour Dip, Edamame & Corn Salad, Pineapple Diced Pear Cup, WG Educational Crackers Berry Patch Smoothie, WG Bunny Grahams

24

WG Cinn Toast Crunch Diced Peaches

6

25

Yogurt, Peach & Granola Parfait

1

Green Eggs & Turkey Ham, Tater Tots, Dinner Roll, Diced Pears WG Tortilla Chips, Salsa

7

WG Cinn Toast Crunch, Diced Peaches

Yogurt, Berry & Granola Parfait

18

Yogurt Berry & Granola Parfait

8

WG = Whole Grain. Milk is served daily at breakfast & lunch. Children less than 2 years old are served whole milk. When a specific food allergy is identified, appropriate food substitutions will be provided. Menu items are subject to change due to food availability or unplanned school closings. Menus are reviewed & approved by M. Robison, MPH, RD, LD. Equal Opportunity Provider.

Lorain County Resource Fair Connecting for Kids will host the 8th Annual Resource Fair at the Lorain County Community College Spitzer Conference Center, 1005 N. Abbe Road in Elyria.

In person and Grab & Go pick up options are available.

Learn more at www.connectingforkids. org/lorain-resource-fair.

Meal

Food Components

Ages 1-2

Ages 3-5

Lunch (Portions & Servings)

Fluid Milk Meat or Cheese Cooked/Dry Beans/Peas Peanut Butter, Nut/Seed Butters Nut and/or Seeds Yogurt Vegetables and Fruits (1 each) Breads/Grains, Pasta

1/2 cup 1/4 cup 1/2 serving, 1/2 cup, 1/8 cup 1/2 cup 1 oz.

1/4 cup 2T 1/2 oz.

1/2 cup 1/8 cup each 1/2 serving, 1/4 cup

3/4 cup 1/2 cup 1/2 serving, 1/2 cup, 1/8 cup 3/4 cup 1 1/2 oz.

3/8 cup 3T 3/4 oz.

3/4 cup 1/4 cup each 1/2 serving, 1/4 cup

Snack (Portions & Servings) Must Select Two Different Protein Components

Fluid Milk Vegetable Fruit Meat or Cheese Cooked/Dry Beans/Peas Peanut Butter, Nut/Seed Butters Nut and/or Seeds Yogurt Breads/Grains, Pasta

1/2 cup 1/2 cup 1/2 cup 1/2 oz.

1/8 cup 1T 1/2 oz.

1/4 cup 1/2 serving, 1/4 cup

1/2 cup 1/2 cup 1/2 cup 1/2 oz.

1/8 cup 1T 1/2 oz.

1/4 cup 1/2 serving, 1/4 cup

Breakfast (Portions & Servings)

Fluid Milk Fruit or Vegetable Breads, Cold Cereal, Granola

Upcoming Events at LCCAA Head Start Cascade Head Start March 7: 5-Day and Early Head Start Closed *March 7: Virtual Field Trip to Greater Cleveland Aquarium, 1:30 p.m.

March 7: Evening Conferences *March 11: Parent Meeting, 11 a.m.

March 16: Lorain County Resource Fair, 5 to 8 p.m. *March 17: Toolbox Series, 12:30 p.m. *March 17: Policy Council, 5:30 p.m. *March 30: Virtual Dance Party, 5:30 p.m. *April 4: Virtual Field Trip to Great Lakes Science Center, 1:30 p.m.

LaGrange Head Start March 7: 5-Day and Early Head Start Closed *March 7: Virtual Field Trip to Greater Cleveland Aquarium, 1:30 p.m.

March 7: Evening Conferences *March 16: Parent Meeting, 10 a.m.

March 16: Lorain County Resource Fair, 5 to 8 p.m. *March 17: Toolbox Series, 12:30 p.m. *March 17: Policy Council, 5:30 p.m. *March 30: Virtual Dance Party, 5:30 p.m. *April 4: Virtual Field Trip to Great Lakes Science Center, 1:30 p.m.

Firelands Head Start March 7: 5-Day and Early Head Start Closed *March 7: Virtual Field Trip to Greater Cleveland Aquarium, 1:30 p.m.

March 7: Evening Conferences *March 10: Parent Meeting, 10 a.m.

March 16: Lorain County Resource Fair, 5 to 8 p.m. *March 17: Toolbox Series, 12:30 p.m. *March 17: Policy Council, 5:30 p.m. *March 30: Virtual Dance Party, 5:30 p.m. *April 4: Virtual Field Trip to Great Lakes Science Center, 1:30 p.m.

Wellington Head Start March 7: 5-Day and Early Head Start Closed *March 7: Virtual Field Trip to Greater Cleveland Aquarium, 1:30 p.m.

March 7: Evening Conferences *March 16: Parent Meeting, 10 a.m.

March 16: Lorain County Resource Fair, 5 to 8 p.m. *March 17: Toolbox Series, 12:30 p.m. *March 17: Policy Council, 5:30 p.m. *March 30: Virtual Dance Party, 5:30 p.m. *April 4: Virtual Field Trip to Great Lakes Science Center, 1:30 p.m.

Griswold Head Start March 7: 5-Day and Early Head Start Closed *March 7: Virtual Field Trip to Greater Cleveland Aquarium, 1:30 p.m.

March 7: Evening Conferences *March 10: Parent Meeting, 10 a.m.

March 16: Lorain County Resource Fair, 5 to 8 p.m. *March 17: Toolbox Series, 12:30 p.m. *March 17: Policy Council, 5:30 p.m. *March 30: Virtual Dance Party, 5:30 p.m. *April 4: Virtual Field Trip to Great Lakes Science Center, 1:30 p.m.

Early Head Start March 7: 5-Day and Early Head Start Closed *March 7: Virtual Field Trip to Greater Cleveland Aquarium, 1:30 p.m.

March 7: Evening Conferences March 16: Lorain County Resource Fair, 5 to 8 p.m. *March 17: Toolbox Series, 12:30 p.m. *March 17: Policy Council, 5:30 p.m. *March 18: Socialization, 10:30 a.m. *March 30: Virtual Dance Party, 5:30 p.m. *April 4: Virtual Field Trip to Great Lakes Science Center, 1:30 p.m.

Hopkins-Locke Head Start March 7: 5-Day and Early Head Start Closed *March 7: Virtual Field Trip to Greater Cleveland Aquarium, 1:30 p.m.

March 7: Evening Conferences *March 16: Parent Meeting, 9 a.m.

March 16: Lorain County Resource Fair, 5 to 8 p.m. *March 17: Toolbox Series, 12:30 p.m. *March 17: Policy Council, 5:30 p.m. *March 30: Virtual Dance Party, 5:30 p.m. *April 4: Virtual Field Trip to Great Lakes Science Center, 1:30 p.m.

Home-Based Head Start March 7: 5-Day and Early Head Start Closed *March 7: Virtual Field Trip to Greater Cleveland Aquarium, 1:30 p.m.

March 7: Evening Conferences *March 11: Socialization, 10:30 a.m.

March 16: Lorain County Resource Fair, 5 to 8 p.m. *March 17: Toolbox Series, 12:30 p.m. *March 17: Policy Council, 5:30 p.m. *March 30: Virtual Dance Party, 5:30 p.m. *April 4: Virtual Field Trip to Great Lakes Science Center, 1:30 p.m.

*Indicates a virtual event.