Internet Needs Access to the Internet So much of what we do now requires access to the internet. This is even more true when kids have to stay home because of COVID-19. If you do not have wifi access at home, and if you receive public benefits (SNAP, Section 8, public housing, free school lunch, etc.) you can now get internet in your home for free. The city has set up 13 Internet hotspots at various New Haven Public schools. These are free, publicly-accessible, school-powered WIFI hubs that extend WIFI to a two-block radius from the school building. Career, Lincoln-Bassett Community School, Fair Haven School, the former Christopher Columbus Academy, John S. Martinez School, King-Robinson, Roberto Clemente, Hill-Central, John C. Daniels, Riverside, Betsy Ross, Truman, and the former Strong School on Orchard Street. Comcast is offering Internet Essentials (which is decently fast wifi for your home for free) for 2 months for new wifi customers during the pandemic and then $9.99 per mo nth. You can also call them at 1-855-8-INTERNET (1-855-846-8376). Comcast is also making all of its Xfinity wifi hotspots free for everyone. Enable wifi on your device and then choose xfinitywifi. Here is a map of Xfinity hotspots. Internet Needs Talking to Kids about COVID-19 Medical Needs COVID-19 Updates Food & Unemployment Free Online Books At Home Activities LEAP Activity Videos

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Important Information from LEAP on Our Programs and COVID-19 October 29, 2020 Dear LEAP parents and guardians, We are excited to restart LEAP in the fall semester. And we are excited to be able to have kids in person for part of every week, for those families that want to be in-person. We are also offering an online only program for families that want to do that. We are combining homework assistance with literacy help and a commitment to fun activities that allow kids to enjoy themselves while learning. To make LEAP safe for everyone, we are taking a number of steps, these include: Requiring masks for all children, counselors and staff; Cleaning all surfaces several times a day; Maintaining small groups; Taking children’s and counselor’s temperatures before they enter LEAP every day; Requiring that all our counselors and staff get tested for COVID-19 every two weeks; Carefully watching the COVID-19 positive test rates in Connecticut to determine whether it is safe to continue programs (unfortunately Connecticut and the whole country are starting to see increases in the number of people testing positive). We ask that all LEAP families also take responsibility to make LEAP safe for everyone. This includes: If your child is sick or has symptoms of COVID (basically flu like symptoms, cough, runny nose, etc.) or has a fever, do not bring your child to LEAP; If someone in your family or another person your child comes into contact with is sick or has been in contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, do not bring your child to LEAP until they have quarantined for a minimum of 14 days and tested negative; and, Talk to your child about always wearing a mask and social distancing (if you do not have a mask for your child, LEAP has plenty and we will be happy to give your child one to take home). We strongly encourage families to take additional precautions as we enter the colder months: Consider getting regular COVID-19 tests for your family. It’s free to get COVID-19 tests at Fair Haven Community Health Center. Regular tests reduce your risk of catching or spreading the disease. It takes about 10 minutes to take the test and the results are available in about 48 hours. You can schedule an appointment by calling 203.871.4179. The Center is located at 374 Grand Avenue. Consider getting a flu shot. Getting a flu shot does 3 important things: (1) reduces risk that you will get the flu and think you have COVID-19; (2) reduces the risk you will get the flu which can be pretty miserable; and (3) doctors believe it is possible to get the flu and COVID-19 at the same time which could be doubly bad. You can get a flu shot in lots of places, including CVS and Walgreens pharmacies or call your doctor or pediatrician. Almost all insurance policies make flu vaccines free. You can learn more about staying safe get more information by visiting: The federal Centers for Disease Control: cdc.gov LEAP’s COVID page: leapforkids.org/covid-19 Thank you and please stay safe, Henry Fernandez Executive Director, LEAP

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Summer Choate Director of Training and Curriculum schoate@leapforkids.org Summer (she/her/hers) She joined LEAP in June 2021 as the Director of Training and Curriculum. Summer has a master's degree in Urban Education Policy from Brown University and a degree in Justice and Peace Studies from Georgetown University. Prior to working at LEAP, Summer was a second grade teacher for four years, which she absolutely loved. Her belief is that education exists to compliment the power that each person is already born with. Her hobbies include playing basketball and reading. She is originally from Nashua, New Hampshire. She loves LEAP because she values the importance of community and encouraging youth that they are entirely capable of owning their own power and being models for one another. She also loves that LEAP promotes learning in many different areas of life.

Learn about and apply for the afterschool program for kids ages 7 to 12. Afterschool Children's Program LEAP's afterschool program combines homework assistance with extra reading and activities, including athletics, arts, computer science, cooking, and gardening. All programs are overseen by an experienced site coordinator with trained counselor pairs drawn from local colleges and high schools. LEAP's afterschool program is free for participants. what who LEAP's afterschool program is available for children ages 7 to 12 who live in one of our five neighborhoods (what matters is where the child lives, not where he or she goes to school): Dixwell Fair Haven The Hill Dwight-Kensington (including West River) Quinnipiac Meadows The program operates after school Monday-Thursday from 3 pm - 6 pm. LEAP operates in five neighborhoods at these local sites (find more info below): Dixwell Fair Haven North Fair Haven South Hill South Dwight-Kensington Quinnipiac Meadows when & where Apply for our Spring 2026 Program Here! Application in English Aplicación en Español 2026 Spring Component Information Our in-person programs will include: LEAP groups will meet in schools and community spaces to complete homework, engage in literacy activities, and have fun projects including arts, sports, dance, computer learning, and community walks. Start Date and Times: The program will begin Monday, January 26th, and will end Thursday, May 7th. It will run from 3pm to 6pm Mondays through Thursdays. If your child is not feeling well or someone in your house has COVID-19 symptoms, please keep your child home. If there is someone who is vulnerable to COVID-19 in your household (for instance a senior citizen or someone whose immune system is compromised), then it may not make sense for your child to participate in our in-person program. If you wish to apply to LEAP's afterschool at King Robinson School, please click here. Important LEAP Dates and Closures for Children’s Programming Spring 2026 ●January 26th- First Day of Spring Leap Programming ● February 4th - No LEAP (Report Card Night) ● February 16th and 17th - NO LEAP (February Recess) ● February 26th- No LEAP (LEAP Fundraiser) ● March 18th - No LEAP (Early Dismissal) ● April 13th-16th- No LEAP (April Recess) ● May 7th - Last Day of Spring LEAP Programming Dixwell Site Coordinator: Darcus Henry Jr. School Operating Site: Wexler-Grant School Fair Haven North Interim Site Coordinator: Yarimarie Robles School Operating Site: Clinton Avenue School Fair Haven South Site Coordinator: Jahvon Soto School Operating Site: Family Academy of Multilingual Exploration Hill South Site Coordinator: Emiya Pearse School Operating Site: Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy Dwight-Kensington Site Coordinator: Tamia Scott School Operating: Augusta -Lewis Troup School Quinnipiac Meadows Site Coordinator: Alyssa Parrott School Operating Site: Ross Woodward School Newhallville Site Coordinator: Kenneth Jeffery School Operating Site: King Robinson Site Information Check out our some of our other programs!

COVID-19 Updates Check these sites regularly as they are updated as often as several times a day. Do not rely on information from social media or that you hear from friends -- check with these trusted sources for accurate information. Sign up for alerts from the City and State (links below). Federal Centers for Disease Control State of Connecticut Coronavirus Portal Connecticut Coronavirus Map and Case Count - nytimes.com State of Connecticut: provides answers on wide range of issues (medications, schools, AP testing, nursing facilities, DCF custody, closure of businesses, etc.) City of New Haven Health Department Sign up for alerts from the City of New Haven Sign up for alerts from the State of Connecticut Virtual town hall video by New Haven & Yale experts responding to COVID-19 This article from Yale Medicine provides up-to-date information that all community members should know regarding COVID-19 and the efforts being taken by health professionals as well as national and international health organizations to reduce the spread. Link to article here: https://www.yalemedicine.org/stories/2019-novel-coronavirus/ The new Yale Medicine/Yale New Haven Health COVID-19 Call Center offers information on how to keep yourself and your family healthy. Health professionals are available to answer your questions, Monday – Friday, 7 am – 7 pm. Yale Medicine/YNHH Call Center: 203-688-1700 Here is information from the New York Times on how to make your own mask. Governor Ned Lamont announced that Connecticut is partnering with the developers of the How We Feel app in an effort to anonymously provide scientists with critical health information needed to understand the spread of COVID-19 in the face of widespread testing shortages. Internet Needs Talking to Kids about COVID-19 Medical Needs COVID-19 Updates Food & Unemployment Free Online Books At Home Activities LEAP Activity Videos

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Laura Lindgren Director of Finance llindgren@leapforkids.org Laura (she/her/hers) I serve as the Director of Finance for LEAP. In our department, we oversee all aspects of accounting and payroll for LEAP and maintain financial controls/protocols. I love being part of the LEAP family! This is a place where children, counselors and staff are mentored and nurtured.