Wednesday, March 18, 2020 | COVID-19 is an evolving global, national, and statewide issue. At Big Brothers Big Sisters, the health and safety of our Littles, Bigs, families, staff, event participants, and partners is our first priority. All general updates will be reflected on our COVID-19 Updates page.
To assistant you, we’ve developed a list of resources specific to Richmond area Bigs, Littles, and Parents/Guardians.
4/1/2020: Update for Richmond Public School Computer/Internet access
- ABC8 Reports Richmond Public Schools aims to buy 10,000 Laptops | In an effort to support online learning, RPS for students
- Take the Computer & Internet Access Survey / Encuesta sobre computadoras y acceso al internet
- Parents/Caregivers: If your child needs a computer and/or internet access to continue learning at home, please complete this survey.
- Padres / tutores: Si su hijo necesita una computadora y / o acceso a Internet para continuar aprendiendo en casa, complete esta encuesta.
- Richmond Public Schools Homepage | For more information, keep an eye on the RPS home page
RICHMOND
Health
- Richmond and Henrico Health Districts have opened a public hotline at 804-205-3501 for health and medical questions related to COVID-19. The line is staffed every day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Henrico Drive-Thru Testing – Select patients went through the first drive-thru COVID-19 testing in Henrico county
Food
- Richmond Meal Distribution Sites – *Note: Carver ES is opened as of 3/18; Henderson MS site is closed
- The Market at 25th – Offering neighbors needing pantry staples discounted goods. They also are providing 50% off fresh and frozen fruit and vegetables for SNAP customers through the Virginia Fresh Match program. Reach out for more details.
- FeedMore – If you’re facing a food emergency, call the FeedMore hotline at 804-521-2500
- Food Bank Finder – Click and put in your zip code to find the nearest food pantry
Education
- RPS Math Curriculum – Online lessons coming soon
- RPS Direct Newsletters – RPS Direct newsletters from Superintendent Kamras
- Learning at Home Resources – RPS Guidance and Resources for Learning at Home During School Closure
- Richmond Public Library – Access their downloads and streaming collections
HENRICO COUNTY
Food
- Henrico School Food Assistance – Grab and go breakfast and lunch; *more locations added, read more here*
- FeedMore – If you’re facing a food emergency, call the FeedMore hotline at 804-521-2500
- Food Bank Finder – Click and put in your zip code to find the nearest food pantry
Education
- General HCPS FAQ – Commonly asked questions about closures and other news related to COVID-19
- Henrico County Library Online Selection – Access free ebooks and audio books
- Hoopla Digital – Access web and mobile library media streaming platform for audio books, comics, e-books, movies, music, and TV
Henrico Schools How to Help – Want to Help? The HCPS Department of Family and Community Engagement, along with the Department of Equity, Diversity and Opportunities, are joining forces to accept donations for Henrico families in need. Donations will serve students and families as supplemental food and supplies on weekends during the HCPS closure period for coronavirus.
Mobile Hubs – Mobile Hubs will be stations at four HCPS schools to act as mobile technology hubs for students and school division staff
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