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Spokane Schools sends lunches to more neighborhoods

Jim Allen | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 4 years, 9 months AGO
by Jim Allen
| March 29, 2020 5:00 PM

Spokane Public Schools announced Monday night that it will continue to offer grab-and-go meals during spring break week, April 6-10.

The district also widened its food distribution network on Monday, sending buses to neighborhoods near Arlington, Audubon, Cooper, Sheridan and Stevens elementary schools.

Meal distribution continues at 24 sites, with distribution Monday through Friday from 11 a.m to noon.

In Spokane Public Schools, the downtown district office is now closed to the public, but the public can get answers to most questions by calling (509) 345-5900. “Essential work is continuing – just remotely,” district spokesperson Ally Barrera said. Teachers are now available via phone, email and other platforms to connect with students and parents, answer questions, share materials, clarify directions and assist with access to digital resources.The Central Valley School District has expanded its free food program, adding four additional sites. The district also is moving ahead with plans for child care and academic support. Last week, , the district opened school buildings to provide child care for health care workers and first responders. The district is providing meals to students at sites around the district. In the Mead School District, a second round of Chromebook distributions will take place on Wednesday from 1-3 p.m. at Mead High School (302 W. Hastings Rd.). There is no need to apply in advance. Those who need a Chromebook but did not complete the Family Needs Survey may still request a device by calling (509) 465-6014. Food distribution is ongoing at selected sites. For families of health service workers and first responders, day care began Monday. Next week, the district will make a determination on whether or not it has the capacity and available staff to expand childcare for other families.In the Coeur d’Alene School District, Chromebook checkout has begun for those who fill out a form. Online learning materials have been posted and food pickup for school-age children is available, with distribution via buses from 11- 11:30 a.m. at the following locations: Fernan STEM Academy, Bryan and Skyway elementary schools, Lakes Middle School (front parking lot) and Ramsey Magnet School of Science (west parking lot). Emergency K-5 child care is available at Ramsey Magnet School and will be limited to district students whose parents or guardians work in health care or emergency services. The hours are 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays.The West Valley School District child care began Wednesday for students who attend district schools and are children of first responders, medical field employees, grocery store and pharmacy employees and active military families. Those who have not contacted the district should call Heather Awbery at (509) 340-7191. YMCA child care at Pasadena or Seth Woodard elementary schools will continue for those already enrolled. Grab-and-go breakfasts and lunches are available at Pasadena Park, Seth Woodard, Ness and Orchard Center elementary schools. Children must be present to receive meals. The district also has released online learning resources.The East Valley School District has finalized details for food distribution at sites throughout the district. To receive child care, families of first responders and medical workers must fill out an online form. Child care began Monday, as did the provision of educational resources for parents.

Cheney Public Schools finalized plans for breakfast and lunch, which began last week. The district also has posted at-home learning materials. The District is partnering with Cheney Parks & Recreation to provide Drop-in Services to students between the ages of 4 years and fifth-grade who are children of first responders and healthcare workers. For those unable to complete the Childcare survey, indicating a need for childcare, or if your circumstances have changed, please call the parent/community COVID-19 question line at 509-559-4580.

The Medical Lake School District has begun Chromebook distribution and packet pick up is being held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. outside the front offices at each school building. Students should go to the nearest school. Meal distribution began Monday. These will be grab-and-go lunches that include provisions for the following day’s breakfast, and will be delivered by bus. The district has created a survey with distribution locations to identify the number of meals needed. The district is still working on a plan to provide child care.The Deer Park School District plans to offer child care for children, ages 3-13, of health services personnel and first responders, but a questionnaire must be completed first. Free grab-and-go lunches are being provided from 11 a.m. to noon, the district said. Chromebooks are available for checkout.In the Riverside School District, free child care is being provided for preschool through fifth-graders in families of medical field workers and first responders. Sack breakfasts and lunches are available at off-school sites. The Freeman School District is offering free sack breakfasts and lunches but requires applicants to fill out a form.In the Nine Mile Falls School District, learning enrichment packets are now available at the front entry of each school building. Lakeside High School students who do not have access to technology should contact the high school. Packets for elementary and middle school students will also be available for delivery during the Free Meals for Kids lunch delivery.

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