Marin Healthy Youth Partnerships created Let's Talk: A Toolkit for Navigating Teen Substance Use in Marin County this past summer and sent it out to nearly 3000 local public high school freshman parents, pediatricians and therapists. In addition, we created a discussion series that focuses on each chapter in the book featuring experts in the field of parenting, development of the teen brain and information on nicotine, alcohol, cannabis, prescription pills, mushrooms, experimentation and finding support.

Below are recordings of the first three discussions that have already taken place, along with registration for the next three discussions beginning in February 2021.

Our online community discussions follow the chapters of the Let's Talk booklet. If you missed the previous events, they are available to view at the links below. And you can register for the upcoming events now.

• What’s happening to your teen? (View Recording)
• What’s the big deal? (View Recording)
• Parenting to support our teens (View Recording)
• Uppers, downers and all-arounders - February 3, 2021 (Register)
• Legal and school consequences - March 3, 2021 (Register)
• Getting support and help - April 7, 2021 (Register)

Join us for this timely series of virtual workshops for parents, students, educators, administrators, and community members. Led by the JFCS Holocaust Center in partnership with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), Beyond Differences, Echoes & Reflections, Facing History & Ourselves, JFCS’ Center for Children and Youth, and the Marin County Office of Education.

Series II: Taking a Stand: Rescue and Resistance During the Holocaust

This series will explore heroic individuals who stood up to Nazi discrimination during the Holocaust. These “upstanders” serve as an inspiration for our community. Holocaust survivors will join the workshops for families and teachers and school administrators via Zoom as guest faculty to inspire the participants with their first hand experiences.

1. Thursday, January 21st Register here >
   Teacher Workshop 3 – 4:30 p.m.
   Facilitated by the JFCS Holocaust Center with the Jewish Partisan Educational Foundation
2. Wednesday, January 27th
   Student Workshop 10 – 11:15 a.m.
   Facilitated by the JFCS Holocaust Center
3. Thursday, February 3rd
   Family Workshop 5:30 – 6:45 p.m.
   Facilitated by the JFCS Holocaust Center
4. Thursday, February 25th
   Teacher and School Administrator Workshop 3 – 4:30 p.m.
   Facilitated by the JFCS Holocaust Center

• More Information: flyer and website

The parent volunteers of Dedication to Special Education announce the 16th Annual Benefit Car Raffle! This year Toyota Marin has fully donated a 2021 Hybrid RAV4!

This raffle raises money for teacher grants, giving teachers the tools they need to improve access and learning opportunities for students receiving special education services.

Please go to www.specialed.org/raffle to reserve your tickets! The winning ticket will be pulled on Saturday, February 6th, 2021 at 3 p.m. All transactions must be completed by the drawing date and time: Saturday, February 6th, 2021 at 3pm.

Each ticket is $25 (suggested donation) and every dollar helps Marin County’s special educators and their students. Thank you for your support! (415) 491-6636

¡Los padres voluntarios de Dedication to Special Education anuncian el 16o Sorteo Anual de Auto a Beneficio de los estudiantes de educación especial! ¡Toyota Marin ha donado por completo un RAV4 híbrido 2021!

Esta rifa recauda dinero para becas para maestros, brindándoles a los maestros las herramientas que necesitan para mejorar el acceso y las oportunidades de aprendizaje para los estudiantes que reciben servicios de educación especial.

¡Visite a www.specialed.org/raffle para reservar sus boletos! El sorteo será el sábado 6 de febrero de 2021 a las 15:00 horas.

Cada boleto cuesta $ 25 (donación sugerida) y cada dólar ayuda a los educadores especiales del condado de Marin y a sus estudiantes. ¡Gracias por tu apoyo! (415) 491-6636

For more Information, or to register, please visit: www.sfgirlschorus.org/prep-chorus

Mid-Year Prep Chorus Registration Form

Mid-Year Prep Chorus Financial Agreement/optional Scholarship Application

An Early-Bird tuition discount of $50 is available if the financial agreement is submitted before December 15th, 2020.

The deadline to apply for Financial Aid is January 31, 2021. We recommend applying as soon as possible to take advantage of available funds, as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Learn more about Prep Chorus!

If you or any of your families are interested in learning more about the program before registering, please join us at our next online roundtable discussion on Zoom.

Our next Roundtable Discussions will take place on December 14 and January 11, from 6-6:45pm.

Prep Chorus Online Roundtable Discussion RSVP link

SFGC’s COVID-19 Response
In light of this difficult time, SFGC is working hard to continue to provide equity and access to quality music education for all young singers. We have a robust tuition assistance program and are prepared to help ensure that participation costs and technology-use are not a barrier to enrolling in our programs.

View brochure and flyer.

Sir Francis Drake Boulevard Project Update – Traffic Signal Work!

Happy New Year!  The SFD Project is rolling again.  This week, traffic signal work will be done at Laurel Grove. Next week (week of 1/11) as students head back to in-person school, traffic signal work will be done at Wolfe Grade, La Cuesta and Eliseo.  And, guardrail work will be done at Manor/Wolfe Grade (note that sidewalk will still be open around the work).  Please allow a bit of extra time, proceed with caution and follow any noted detours in these areas.  We appreciate your patience!

Water main line work has also begun at College headed east toward Rosebank and drivers may experience lane closures. The water main line work should not affect pedestrians/sidewalk access.

To receive updates throughout the construction process and for more information on Upgrade the Drake, please visit the project website at www.upgradethedrake.com.

College of Marin and Sir Francis Drake Blvd. Construction Project Updates

• When using the crosswalk on College Avenue, please remember to activate the flashing signals. It is the only way the large construction vehicles exiting the driveway know that there are pedestrians in the crosswalk.

While the Corte Madera Library building is currently closed, you may request and return items, and find details about Curbside Service at marinlibrary.org.

Curbside Hours:

• Tuesday & Wednesday 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Thursday 3-7 p.m.

Call our “Talk with a Librarian” number: 415-473-2272 Monday-Friday, 9-6 p.m. English and Spanish with any questions and information.

Book Bundles for Emerging Readers

We know many families are missing the ability to browse library shelves, so we’ve created a way to get some "surprise" books to you based on your child’s interests.

Each Book Bundle includes 10 books and you can choose the reading level that is right for your child. Get up to 3 bundles per family!

How to Request Book Bundles

• To request Book Bundles, please fill out this form , or call 415-473-2272, Monday-Friday, 9-6 p.m.
• Please allow 3-4 days for your request to be filled. You will be contacted by the branch when your order is ready for curbside pickup.
• Find out more: marinlibrary.org/book-bundles-for-kids

Audio Books

In case you have families or students asking about downloadable audio books, here is a short video tutorial that demonstrates how to use the Libby app to browse our online catalog and download titles. youtu.be/E0E_FPMl4m8

This free helpline provides free trauma-informed, evidenced-based emotional support to parents, children and youth in any language via calls, text, live chat, and email.

• Available 7 days a week from 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
• Parents can join a Weekly Online Support Group through the website: caparentyouthhelpline.org.
• Helpline #: 855-427-2736