written by: Donna Krug, Cottonwood Extension District Director
Hello from the Cottonwood Extension District! No doubt your life or daily routine has been changed in some way by COVID-19. Whether it is planning for childcare of the very young, keeping school aged students on task in the weeks ahead, or juggling a new work at home schedule, there is much to consider. This is new territory and something I never imagined we would be discussing.
Thankfully K-State Research and Extension is looking at these challenges as opportunities for our statewide network of educators to share unbiased, research-based information and expertise on issues important to Kansans. As in any disaster or emergency, I want to remind you that it is important to get information from official sources. We are adding pertinent information to our Cottonwood web site and our FaceBook page often. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the World Health Organization are all trusted web sites that are being updated often during this uncertain time.
Our offices in Great Bend and Hays remain open but we are asking that you call first to determine if a face-to-face contact is necessary or if we can help you through the use of technology. Our meetings and workshops that were scheduled through May 16th are canceled or being carried out through Zoom technology. Watch our web site as some may be rescheduled.
The great news in all of this is that Walk KS has not been cancelled! Whether you have joined a Walk KS team or not, I would encourage each of you to build time into your schedule for 30 minutes or more of exercise each day. This will be an important strategy to help you maintain fitness and a positive attitude. I’m looking at pushing our celebration of the Walk KS program back a week, to May 19th. I’ll keep you posted.
Donna Krug is the District Director and Family & Consumer Science Agent for K-State Research & Extension – Cottonwood District. You may reach her at: (620)793-1910 or [email protected] K-State Research & Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.