Megan Hurley (Mick Tesluk's mother) sent these links to share with other parents in the senior class: 

CNN story interviews teenagers about their feelings as high school ends with distancing, not ceremonies and parties: https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/16/us/teens-coronavirus-coping-wellness-trnd/index.html

This Chronicle of Higher Education story delineates the scenarios colleges are planning for in the fall. It's not automatic that it's total distance learning so seniors should wait and see what their college announces instead of despair:

https://www.insidehighered.com/digital-learning/blogs/learning-innovation/15-fall-scenarios

Catherine Asiedu and Sophie Fogel were interviewed by the Heckinger Report (April 28 issue) about the hard choices students are making about which college to attend and what to expect when they get there.

https://hechingerreport.org/with-decisions-coming-due-sleepless-high-school-seniors-worry-college-may-not-be-worth-it/?fbclid=IwAR04efV3MRLAd6Sa30N0yvcdzGDwuHmk7zzp6PM4THViMXu2M5MM8tbn5wc

Distance Learning Grading and Assessment Updates

●  Freshman, sophomores and juniors will receive letter grades for both trimester-long and year-long courses. If a student is unable to meet course goals by the end of the trimester, she will receive an Incomplete. Her teacher and the Dean of Students will then create an individualized plan for her to demonstrate mastery of the course material.

● For seniors, all third trimester classes will be graded as Pass/Incomplete. Seniors will receive letter grades for their year-long classes.

● Juniors or sophomores that are enrolled in an AP class, but do not take the AP exam will have that class listed on their transcript as an Honors class. Our standard policy is that students enrolled in AP courses have to take the exam, but in this instance, if a student chooses not to take the AP exam for whatever reason, we will signal their rigorous coursework with the Honors designation. If a senior chooses to not take an AP exam, the AP class will still be on their transcript. Please note that colleges choose to give credit based solely on AP exam scores, not course completion. Therefore, without taking the exam, students will not receive college credit for any AP course.

● There are no final exams this year. Many classes will still have final projects or final papers. Students in grades 9-11 may also have a final assessment that will not be a part of their  grade, but will need to be completed in order to receive credit for the course. The final assessments will help us see which skills our students have yet to fully master. Faculty will use the findings to adjust their curriculum for the 2020-2021 school year.

● Merit roll will be determined by where students' grades stood at the end of trimester II.

General Staff Resources:

Assistant Head of School for Community Life: Natalie Stothart nstothart@buffaloseminary.org

Assistant Head of School for Academics and Equity: Kanika Durland kdurland@buffaloseminary.org

Academics:

Dean of Students: Eva Cunningham ecunningham@buffaloseminary.org

Dean of Teaching and Learning: Caitlin Littlefield clittlefield@buffaloseminary.org

College Counseling: Molly Greene mgreene@buffaloseminary.org

Counseling: Karen Knab kknab@buffaloseminary.org

IT/Technology: Beth Adamczyk technology@buffaloseminary.org

 

 

 

April 20, 2020 Update from Ms. Littlefield
 

I hope that you are well and safe. I am writing with updates to the AP exams this spring, and to acknowledge that, in spite of the many unknowns that this pandemic has raised, it has not changed the hard work that your daughter has put into her AP courses and her ability to demonstrate her learning on those exams.

Due to the many changes and challenges this year, families will not be charged a fee for any AP exams that students do not take or otherwise miss for any reason (e.g. technical difficulties, illness, etc.).Seniors who choose to not take the exam for an AP course, will continue to have the course listed on their transcript as an AP class.  Sophomores and juniors who choose to not take the exam for an AP course, will then have that course listed on their transcript as an Honors class. This change allows us to acknowledge the rigor of the course, but prevents the questions that may be raised by not also having an exam score. However, please know that colleges choose to give credit based solely on AP exam scores, not course completion. Therefore, without taking the exam, students will not receive college credit for the AP course. If you have any questions regarding crediting, please email Mrs. Greene.

In general, we encourage students to take all the AP exams that they are currently registered for. The College Board has modified the exams to reflect changes in schooling due to COVID-19, and teachers are making sure to prepare students for the exams. Many of the changes, and how The College Board is supporting students and educators, are explained here. After reviewing the information online and discussing the choice with families, if there is any AP exam that a student chooses not to take, they should email their AP teacher, Mrs. Greene (College Counselor), Ms. Cunningham (Dean of Students) and Ms. Littlefield (AP Coordinator).

For our international families, students need to pay careful attention to the exam schedule. Students should be able to take all of the AP exams that they are registered for, but those exams will be administered at the listed times. For example, this means students in China will be taking some exams in the middle of the night. This is because access to the online exams is linked to the registering school, and since SEM is in the U.S., those are the access times given to SEM students.

Finally, all testing accommodations registered with the College Board will be honored.

Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions.

OLDER:

Due to COVID-19, the College Board is significantly changing the AP exam process and schedule for this year. 

All AP exams will be open note, open textbook, and will consist of an online 45 minute free-response question(s).

All approved testing accommodations will be allowed.

Test dates are still being decided, but students will have a choice between two exam dates. Finally, all cancellation fees are being waived. 

The College Board is still working on many of the details, but you can find the latest information here. If you have any questions specific to your SEM student, please contact the AP coordinator, Ms. Littlefield (clittlefield@buffaloseminary.org).

April 13, 2020

Dear Families,

As we head into the final stretch of school, I want to share some important information regarding our new schedule. As we stated in our letter prior to spring break, the new schedule aims to account for the ways in which we learned that remote work and remote learning are impacting
households. The new schedule follows a more predictable timetable, accommodates SEM students around the world, and devotes one day a week to community, academic support and SEM traditions - particularly vital while we are physically distant from each other.

● Distance learning will resume on Tuesday, April 14. All students will follow a B day schedule, starting with their 5th period class at 8 AM.

● The schedule will be posted daily on the portal for students to check as necessary, and it has also been embedded in Studyo, a digital planning app that freshmen and sophomores are familiar with.

● Due to security changes Zoom has made to its platform, all online meetings will require a password and students must enter a meeting with their recognized name.

● Finally, here is a more detailed breakdown of our new Wednesday schedule, which focuses on maintaining and supporting all of us in the SEM community.

10-10:15 AM - Advisory
10:15-10:30 AM - Morning Meeting
10:30-11:00 AM - Help period
11 AM - Class Meetings (as scheduled)
11:30 AM -12:30 PM - Lunch
12:30-3:30 PM - SEM Community activities and time for clubs to meet

Distance learning is a partnership between families and school. If you have any questions, please email me. I'm here to help.

Natalie Stothart
Assistant Head of School for Community Life

 

 

Good afternoon dear students,

Congratulations, you’ve just completed two weeks of impromptu remote learning. Though it was unintended, and likely not your preference, you’ve all boosted your ability to cope and upped your resilience. You’ve done great work, and now it is time for a break. Ordinarily, we would send you on your way without nosing in on your daily schedule, but because we know that this break will be different (and many parents have asked) we have a shared plan to offer. Please check it out. It’s not mandatory, it’s supposed to be fun and to prevent disconnection and boredom. Your caring and very cool teachers have come up with artwork for you to create, stories to write, book groups to join, and workouts to tackle. Additionally, the whole school is invited to read The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd. If you plan on reading and discussing it with us, click here to request a book and get more information.

We very much want you all to be healthy and to have fun over break. On that note, please read the attached letter from the Health and Wellness team. They have some good advice about how to stay balanced amidst change, as well as information about how to get support if you need help. Our counselor, Ms. Knab will be available during her regular hours throughout break. Click here to check availability and schedule an appointment.

When classes resume on Tuesday, April 14, we aren’t able to come back to the building; instead, we will resume remote learning. At that time, and for a variety of reasons, we will also start following a new schedule. We recognized that sitting in front of a computer for long stretches puts a strain on you all physically and mentally, and that we also needed to account for the ways in which remote work and remote learning are impacting households. Classes are now scheduled on the hour to provide more predictability. And afternoon and morning classes will rotate so all SEM students, many of whom are now in different time zones, can experience real-time coursework. We have also devoted one day each week to focus on community events, academic support, and SEM traditions. Each Wednesday will feature Morning Meeting, advisory, help, and extracurriculars like SGA elections, club meetings, and senior presentations.

We miss you all terribly. As much as we miss one another, we remain committed to our duty to be apart, but we will stay very much together through our purpose and connection to SEM.

 

Most sincerely,                                                         

 

Natalie Stothart                                                 Kanika Durland
Assistant Head                                                  Assistant Head

Click here to read the letter to students from SEM's Health & Wellness Team: Ms. Cunningham, Ms. Knab, Nurse Kim, and Mrs. Stothart.

This letter from Karen Knab, SEM community counselor went to parents:

Dear SEM parents,

COVID-19 is forcing all of us to make adjustments, be flexible, and let's be honest - basically rearrange our entire lives for the time being. It's helpful to remember that we are doing these self-quarantining measures for the safety of our loved ones and our community, but that doesn't mean that it's not challenging.

Not knowing what is happening in our community week to week, not being able to move about and socialize in the way we normally do, and spending greater amounts of time than we usually do at home can all lead to increased feelings of fear, worry, and anxiety. Here are some tips for taking care of yourself mentally and emotionally while you have your daughters with you in the upcoming weeks.

• Keep a schedule for yourself and help your children keep a schedule as well. This is a no-brainer when school is in session, but is more challenging without that framework during spring break. Encourage everyone to be up by a certain time and to get dressed for the day. Having a morning routine will help - whether it is a family breakfast or a walk, or even a brief check-in to coordinate everyone’s plans for the day. 

• Build opportunities for family time - walks, meals, game or movie nights, family drives, etc. If your family is already in the practice of doing activities together, this time won’t change a whole lot. However, if you and your children are used to lots of after school and weekend activities, you may be out of the practice  socializing together. Set up family dinners - perhaps cooking together, or having a family “potluck” could help teens brush up on their cooking skills. Plan a movie or game night. Gather the family for a “spring cleaning day” to clean out closets, and switch out winter gear for summer gear. Also, lots of teens are learning to drive or are still very new to it and could benefit from extra practice driving on highways, parallel parking, or learning how to drive a standard car. 

• Allow everyone some private time every day. Being together in the same space all day long is normal for toddlers and young children. However, by the time children are school-aged, they start to develop more independence and start needing some privacy. High school students are used to spending even less time at home and will welcome the opportunity to go out for a walk or a drive on their own, just to get some breathing room. They may want to chat with a friend or listen to music when they are alone, or just relish some of the independence they have been building throughout their high school years. 

• Address your own fears and anxiety about the unknown with trusted adults. Parents, like any adult right now, are facing many unknowns about their own job security and/or financial security, as well as concerns about family members who may be sick or vulnerable to the virus. Despite their outward appearance of maturity, teenagers are not adults and are not equipped to handle heavy conversations about financial issues or job security. There are some things that they can handle, but it is more helpful to think of telling them things on a “need to know” basis. Talk to other adults who can offer support during this time, so that you can offer support to your teen.

Here is a helpful article for more advice on how to deal with the uncertainty created by COVID-19: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2020/03/24/how-keep-your-cool-with-your-kids-when-everyone-is-cooped-up-together/

Some of you may already be doing some or a lot of these things already - congrats! You’re ahead of the game. For those of you looking for more ideas, hopefully, you’ll find something useful here to try. We’re all in this together!

 

 

 

The coronavirus crisis has caused our school's doors to close but teaching, learning, and community building have not stopped. 

Helen Marlette sent this letter to our alumnae and friends this morning. 

March 23, 2020 Dear Alumnae & Friends, I am proud of SEM’s response to the COVID-19 crisis. Our advance planning worked: students are maintaining their usual schedules with real time distance learning via videoconferencing. As The Buffalo News deemed it, we truly are leading the way. Many of you have reached out and asked, “what can I do to support SEM?” Right now, thankfully, our students are safe and healthy, including those residential students unable to get home. We have a team assembled to care for them. Our faculty and staff are safe as well, but they are putting in herculean efforts on behalf of all our students. Your support of SEM is more important than ever. For the foreseeable future, a portion of your Annual Fund donations will be set aside to help faculty, staff and/or students affected by COVID-19. Your gifts will enable us to care for our immediate community while also helping us meet our Annual Fund goal. At SEM, we are graced with a tradition of excellent education infused with the importance of community and responsibility to one another and the world beyond our iconic doors. Our character will guide us, and our community will sustain us as we move through this unprecedented situation, together. I urge you to check in on your SEM community, as I know many of you probably have already. If we can help, please reach out. We have created a box on the SEM alumnae page and SEM portal for alumnae to ask questions. You may view the main portal page without entering a username or password. As always, we are here for you. Thank you for your support. Stay healthy and safe.

Helen L. Marlette Head of School To learn more about SEM’s response to COVID-19, please visit the SEM portal here: https://www.buffaloseminary.org/semportal and/or our dedicated website page here: https://www.buffaloseminary.org/about/coronavirus-information. Ways to give: Online: www.buffaloseminary.org/give PayPal: paypal.me/BuffaloSeminary Venmo: @BuffSem US Mail: Buffalo Seminary Annual Fund; 205 Bidwell Pkwy; Buffalo, NY 14222 Stock: Download SEM's form here. Telephone: Dial 716.885.6780 ext. 208 and leave a message with your name and telephone number. A member of the Development team will return your call to process your gift via telephone.

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College Counselor Molly Greene '98 has prepared an FAQ with updated information.

Junior College Counseling FAQ

What do I do if I was registered for the April ACT and/or the May SAT now that they have been canceled?

Look out for emails that address how to either reschedule or receive a refund if you were registered for either test.  They are working on potentially scheduling other dates. You can also register for the June 6 SAT and June 13 ACT if you are available to test on those days.  

Is college planning on hold now that we have moved to distance learning?

No!  Mrs. Greene encourages juniors to make Zoom meeting appointments with her via the Calendly link she sent out in her email on March 16.  However, if the shift to distance learning has been a lot for you, please take this time to adjust to the new platform and we can resume college planning meetings when you are ready.  

Will my college application process be different because of distance learning and the shutdown of colleges and universities?

It’s hard to say for certain right now, as things continue to change each day.  However, while colleges might change deadlines in the fall, I don’t anticipate the fundamental process of applying (essays, letters of recommendation, and Common App info) to change.

What can I do to keep myself apprised of news related to the ACT, SAT, and colleges I am interested in?

The best thing you can do is visit the ACT, College Board, and colleges’ websites often for updates.  ACT and College Board are posting updates on their homepages, and most colleges have been using homepages and admissions pages to keep students updated with pertinent information.  Mrs. Greene will also keep you updated with important dates and news.

Will I be able to tour colleges in person?

Again, it is unclear when college campus visits and programs will resume.  In the meantime, here is a list of colleges running virtual tours and online information sessions, and here are a few websites that allow you to tour colleges remotely:  YouVisit, CampusTours, YOUniversity, and CampusReel. 

Senior College Counseling FAQs

Are colleges going to push back deposit day to June 1?

Some colleges have already pushed back their deposit day to June 1 (a full and rapidly growing list can be found here), but it is the decision of each individual college. 

The best way to know if a college you are considering has done this is to visit the school’s admissions homepage and look for updates, and to consistently check your email for updates from the colleges. If you find that you are having a difficult time making your college decision by May 1, please contact Mrs. Greene to talk about asking colleges for an extension.

I need help making my final college decision!

Mrs. Greene will meet with any senior via Zoom to discuss college options.  You can sign up for a meeting via the Calendly link she emailed to you on March 16.  It is also EXTREMELY important that you check your email each day for updates from colleges related to admissions decisions and financial aid awards. 

Here is a list of colleges running virtual tours and online information sessions, and here are a few websites that allow you to tour colleges remotely:  YouVisit, CampusTours, YOUniversity, and CampusReel.  While I know it’s not the same as visiting a college to make your final decision, these are good resources to help you make your decision. 

This Forbes article also has some great advice for you and your family!

March 16, 2020

Dear SEM Community,

We had a productive faculty meeting this morning using ZOOM video conferencing in preparation for moving to distance learning. TOMORROW IS AN E DAY. Classes begin at 8:15 AM.

Please see the accompanying attachment of Teacher ZOOM Meeting IDs. You can also find the Teacher Meeting IDs in the class pages on the portal.

It is important to know that tomorrow will not be a day for academic content, but rather a day for teachers to meet with their classes, practice the technology, and set expectations. It will be Distance Learning Orientation, much like the first day of school usually is. As on any first day of school, we anticipate nervousness and some difficulties, and we will work through it together.

All classes will start on time and attendance will be taken. The end time of class will be at the teacher's discretion. Students may have more free time between classes than they did at school as we move through this transition.

Netiquette is a crucial component to the success of our distance learning. ASAP, we will post guidelines for our use of technology on the portal page. The portal will be the main conduit of information for families.

Two important things for students tomorrow: 1. Students should be up and dressed for a day of school, think Friday casual dress. 2. Students should be seated at a work station or desk in a public area of the house. 

It is necessary to divide our Tuesday night Town Hall parent meetings into two blocks: We will run a Town Hall for parents of 9th & 10th graders from 7 – 7:30 and another Town Hall for 11th & 12th grade parents from 7:35– 8:05 PM.  We are purposely limiting our time to 30 minutes for our first gathering.

You can access our ZOOM meeting by going to https://zoom.us/join. Then, enter our ZOOM Meeting ID number: 380 357 770.

Unfortunately, our 2nd trimester comments will not be sent today as we have been busy preparing for distance learning. If your daughter received a C- or below, Dean of Students Eva Cunningham will be in touch with you over the next few days to discuss academic support during this time.

We are required to take attendance daily so please continue to call the front office if your daughter is ill and will not be attending any of her classes on any day. Attendance will be taken at the start of each class throughout the day.

Finally, we will creating a frequently-asked-questions document that we will post on the portal. We will answer questions there and can adjust our answers as new information becomes available. The times are changing constantly and we will do our best to update you with information as quickly as possible.

I hope to see you at our ZOOM meeting tomorrow night.

Take care,

Helen L. Marlette
Head of School

Good afternoon,

Today will be our last day of classes at 205 Bidwell Parkway until we return from Spring Break on Tuesday, April 14. We are moving to distance learning for the period of Tuesday, March 17 until the end of the day on Friday, March 27 when spring break begins. We do this with respect for the health and welfare of our community. Be assured we have not had a case of COVID-19 in our school. I am confident that our familiarity with using technology to support learning will allow us to work through this unexpected and necessary pivot in the method with which we deliver our education.

It is our plan that classes for the weeks preceding Spring Break will meet virtually at their regularly scheduled time. We will use Zoom videoconferencing and each faculty member will provide a link for your daughter to join the conference for their class. The girls have practiced today and video tutorials will be available for future reference. We will use the mySEM portal for all classes and tutorials. 

All classes will be recorded in case someone has technical difficulties or circumstances prevent them from joining at the assigned time. Attendance will be taken to ensure that all students are gaining access and that they and their families are safe. We will follow-up with families if a student misses a class. We will all remain flexible as we move together through this challenging time in history. 

Distance learning can cause feelings of isolation. Schools around the globe, which have preceded us in moving to distance learning, report that maintaining a sense of belonging and providing virtual opportunities to meet are essential. We are planning virtual meetings and activities to help maintain our unique sense of community. 

On Tuesday, March 17 at 7 PM, I will hold a Town Hall style meeting for parents, using Zoom to provide you more information via the method your daughters are using; this way we will all share the same experience. Zoom provides for interaction and also requires some general etiquette to be most effective. 

Thank you all for your support and an enormous thank you to our faculty and staff who have and will continue to teach your daughters with compassion and care. 

We’re all in this together. 

Helen L. Marlette
Head of School 

Email to the SEM Community sent on March 5, 2020

 

 

Dear SEM Families,

Though the situation with coronavirus continues to evolve, we want to share some of the steps we are taking to prevent the spread of illness on our campus and keep our community healthy, safe, functioning, and positive.

We are monitoring developments and meeting regularly to ensure we are united in our approach to educating our students and being sensitive to their concerns.

To promote community well-being we have examined our campus cleaning and disinfecting protocols with our facilities director and janitorial staff. We are also ensuring the highest levels of hygiene for food service and food safety with our food service provider. We have placed two industrial size hand sanitizer dispensers at the door to the Atrium (cafeteria) for students and faculty to use before eating. We have also increased our stored food inventory to ensure we’re prepared for any eventuality.

Following the most recent guidance on student travel abroad provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), we have regretfully but in the interest of the health our community, cancelled our school trip to Argentina.

We are now considering guidelines and possible policies for families and faculty travelling over spring break. If you are planning a trip outside the U.S., please check the travel advisories at the CDC and State Department websites.

As the CDC has emphasized, there is not currently a coronavirus pandemic in the United States. However, should the need arise for us to close school or for students to be quarantined we are developing plans for remote learning. In the meantime, the most effective way to stay healthy and minimize the spread of infectious disease is to follow basic health best practices recommended at the CDC.

Because good information is vital, we will create a page of coronavirus materials which will be updated. The New York Times has its Coronavirus information in one place, including this story about talking to teens about the virus and the related anxiety they may be feeling.

In times like this, we are particularly grateful for the strength and resilience of our students, faculty, staff, parents, and alumnae. We’re all in this together.

 

Sincerely,

 

Helen L. Marlette                                                        
Head of School

Erin St. John Kelly
Director of Communications

 Distance learning at SEM began on March 17.

MARCH 13 WE CLOSED THE SCHOOL FOR ALL NON-ESSENTIAL STAFF & ADMINISTRATION AND NON-RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS.

 

We are making PLANS for contingencies in many areas. Here are some examples:

• The continuation of classes and assessments during disruptions caused by periods of self-isolation, quarantine, school closure, and travel disruption;
• Alternate work arrangements for staff to reduce contact if needed;
• For Residential Students: Continuity for IT, facilities support, dining, safety, supervision, security, and other essential services during school building's closure.

What is SEM doing now, as an institution?

• We have re-examined our campus cleaning and disinfecting protocols with our facilities director and janitorial staff, directing them to particularly wipe down banisters, door knobs, light switches beyond their regular cleaning.
• We are ensuring the highest levels of hygiene for food service and food safety with our food service provider.
• We have increased our stored food inventory.
  
  Recommended Personal Precautions
• Avoid contact with people who are ill.
• Refrain from touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are unavailable.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces - your phone is filthy! You can wipe it down with the same microfiber cloth you use on your glasses.
• Stay home if you are ill.
• Facemasks are recommended 
• If you need medical attention, call your provider before going to a healthcare facility.

*The basis of some of this information is from Yale University Public Affairs.

A site at The New York Times that contains all its reporting on the coronavirus, including frequently asked questions: https://www.nytimes.com/news-event/coronavirus

Centers for Disease Control information and updates on coronavirus including prevention and frequently asked questions: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

CDC handwashing video

CDC Q & A: Coronavirus and Children: 

Q: Are children more susceptible to the virus that causes COVID-19 compared with the general population and how can infection be prevented?

A: No, there is no evidence that children are more susceptible. In fact, most confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported from China have occurred in adults.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/children-faq.html

U.S. State Department Travel Advisories:
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html/

The World Health Organization provides updates and prevention information: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019

FACTS ABOUT COVID 19 (from Yale University Public Affairs):

• The risk of COVID 19 infection is dependent on exposure, but details about the new virus are still emerging.
• The most important route of transmission is likely close contact (six feet or less) with sick patients who spread respiratory droplets when they cough or sneeze. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.
• It may be possible for someone to be infected by touching an object or surface contaminated by COVID 19 virus and then touching their own mouth, nose, or potentially their eyes. 
• The risk of spread from asymptomatic people and from touching surfaces is much lower than droplet spread from sick patients.
• The reported incubation period (time from exposure to the onset of symptoms) ranges from two to 14 days. 

Talking to Teens and Tweens About Coronavirus

Experts offer advice on how parents can help adolescents get the facts straight and be prepared:

Washington Post:

Here is a helpful article for more advice on how to deal with the uncertainty created by COVID-19: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2020/03/24/how-keep-your-cool-with-your-kids-when-everyone-is-cooped-up-together/

New York Times:

Talking to Teens and Tweens About Coronavirus:
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/02/well/family/coronavirus-teenagers-anxiety.html?searchResultPosition=1

5 Ways to Help Teens Manage Anxiety About Coronavirus: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/11/well/family/coronavirus-teenagers-anxiety.html

Huffington Post:

Therapists' Advice to Patients About Coronavirus
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/therapists-advice-patients-coronavirus-anxiety_l_5e6fb44ac5b6125e095b4134

CDC's Q & A about Coronavirus and children: 

Q: Are children more susceptible to the virus that causes COVID-19 compared with the general population and how can infection be prevented?

A: No, there is no evidence that children are more susceptible. In fact, most confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported from China have occurred in adults.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/children-faq.html