Coronavirus East Haven: Update From Schools Superintendent

EAST HAVEN, CT — East Haven Public Schools superintendent Erica Forti provided the latest update for families.

"We hope this communication finds you and your family well and healthy. It has been two weeks since we launched our distance learning. We appreciate the feedback so many have provided as we refine and enhance our distance learning programming. It is really important for your child to log in daily and connect with their teachers, view assignments, participate in activities and complete the assigned work.

Gov. Lamont announced that schools will be closed until May 20. East Haven Public Schools will continue the distance learning model while schools are closed.

DISTRICT RESOURCES FOR PARENTS: Our district website houses all our distance learning materials and supports for parents. There are very informative and short “how to” videos on various topics to help parents support their child’s distance learning at home.
Click here for distance learning information and resources for parents
Click here for the distance learning resources hub

TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT: If you or your child are in need of technology support during distance learning, please contact the East Haven Technology Department at 203-468-3911.

MEALS for ALL CHILDREN 18 or YOUNGER: We continue to provide breakfast and lunch daily for any child 18 years or younger at Tuttle, Momauguin and EHHS from 9:30am-10:30am every day. On Fridays we are providing enough food for children to eat through the weekend.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES: As healthcare continues to change due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Community Health Center (CHC) will provide existing and any student with secure and confidential telehealth services. If your child is an existing CHC behavioral health patient and you have not received communication regarding a telehealth opportunity, please call (860)-852-0871. If your child is struggling emotionally please click here to complete an enrollment form and a CHC staff member will reach out to schedule a virtual intake meeting with a behavioral health clinician.

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK AND FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: Stay up to date and in the know. “Like” East Haven Public Schools on Facebook, follow us on Twitter @EHSD_eforti and instagram at ehsd_familyandcommunity or scroll the live feed on our website homepage.

HEARTS FOR HEALTHCARE WORKERS: Thank you to the many students and families who have created and displayed hearts in their house windows and doors as a sign of gratitude for the healthcare workers who give selflessly everyday to keep all of us healthy and safe. We would like to showcase your support and let our healthcare workers know how much we appreciate them. Please post pictures of your hearts on social media and tag your school and the district.

PLEASE BE REMINDED OF THE IMPORTANCE OF SOCIAL DISTANCING to fight the spread of COVID-19. When possible, please keep your children home. Take simple precautions like washing hands often and wiping down high touch areas such as door knobs and railings.

In good health,
Erica Forti, Superintendent