COVID-19 Questions & Answers
Temple ISD Responses to Your Frequently Asked Questions
In an effort to provide timely answers and information to our stakeholders, we will be posting new FAQ’s here daily. Please understand that the circumstances around COVID-19 are extremely fluid and changing rapidly. Our district is constantly monitoring the situation and remains in contact with local and state agencies to insure that we are responding to their guidance. The health and safety of our students, staff and community remains our top priority.
What will end of year celebrations look like for campuses? posted 4.20.20
What will end of year testing look like? posted 4.14.20
What will happen with THS graduation? posted 4.8.20
How will grading change during remote learning? posted 4.7.20
GPA and class rank will be calculated using the 1st-4th grading periods. (EIC LOCAL) The 5th grading period will end April 17 and report cards will be available on April 22. Late work will be accepted without penalty in all classes but not after the end of a grading period. Students not engaging in online or hard copy assignments by April 17 will be given an “Incomplete” if they have not turned in at least one completed assignment since the beginning of remote learning.
To view the updated grading guidelines document click HERE.
Can we still use Temple ISD playgrounds while schools are closed? posted 4.2.20
I don't have WIFI or internet service at my house. Are there any free services I can use? posted 4.2.20
What does Gov. Abbott's announcement mean today 3.31.20 for Temple ISD? posted 3.31.20
When will remote learning lessons be ready for next week? posted 3.27.20
How can I turn in my hard copy assignments? posted on 3.25.20
Can online lessons only be accessed on a Chromebook? posted 3.24.20
What does the Bell County Disaster Declaration Directive #3 order issued today mean for remote learning and meals? posted 3.23.20
I don't know my student login to access the Clever portal for online assignments. posted 3.23.20
Can THS seniors still request copies of their transcripts? posted 3.23.20
Are the Remote Learning lessons only available online? posted 3.20.20
How does Gov. Abbott’s announcement today impact TISD? posted 3.19.20
What will happen with THS graduation? posted 3.19.20
I just moved here. Can I still enroll my child in school? posted 3.19.20
What will the remote learning options look like? posted 3.18.20
When will we know if school will be closed next week? posted 3.17.20
The district will communicate the decision about school closings next week by 6:00 pm on Wednesday. For now, we plan to make decisions about keeping our campuses closed one week at a time. We want to ensure that our decisions are based on the most current information available. We believe this is the best approach and is in the best interest of our students, staff and community.
Will the STAAR tests still happen? Posted 3.16.20
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that he has waived the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) testing requirements for the 2019-2020 school year. Additionally, Governor Abbott is requesting that the Department of Education (DOE) waive federal testing requirements for the 2019-2020 school year. Governor Abbott is working closely with the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to ensure that schools continue to deliver instruction to students while students are absent or while schools are closed due to COVID-19.
Where will meals be served for students during the March 16-20 school closure? posted 3.15.20
What do I do if my student or a family member is diagnosed with COVID-19? Posted 3.14.20
If your students or a direct family member is diagnosed with COVID-19, please contact TISD Director of Health Services immediately at kim.glawe@tisd.org or 254.215.6893.
What do I do if I am a district employee and I or a member of my household is diagnosed with COVID-19? Posted 3.14.20
Will this affect graduation? Posted 3.14.20
To date, we do not believe that graduation will be impacted. The Texas Education Agency has made attendance concessions that will insure absences related to COVID 19 will not impact course/class attendance credit requirements.
Will these days have to be made up? If so, when? Posted 3.14.20
If the days missed exceeds the amount of time in an adopted school calendar then an extended year will be explored. As of now, Temple ISD will be discussing possible modifications in order to reduce any affect to the school calendar. The Texas Education Agency is hosting daily conference calls with superintendents and we expect more information in the coming days.
Will there be online classes? Posted 3.14.20
Temple ISD will not provide remote instruction for the week of March 16-20. However, parents can subscribe to the TISD YouTube Channel to take advantage of instructional resources and videos by level.
This channel also provides a tutorial on how students can access the Clever Portal to take advantage of our digital learning programs.
High School students can always access academic materials at home through their Schoology Learning Management System. If TISD has to extend school closure beyond the extended break, then we will explore alternative options for delivering instruction.
I am a middle school student, how will this affect high school scheduling? Posted 3.14.20
As of now, the closing of school the week of March 16-20 should have no impact on high school scheduling.
What is Coronavirus (COVID-19)? Posted 3.12.20
What can I do to prevent the spread of COVID-19? Posted 3.12.20
The best way to protect yourself and others is to practice good hygiene by:
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
Stay home when you are sick.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, or use your bent arm at the elbow.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a face mask.
CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a face mask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water when possible.
Can my child wear a face mask? Posted 3.12.20
The CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a face mask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19. Face masks should be used by people who show symptoms of respiratory diseases, including COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others.
What should parents do if they suspect their child has become ill? Posted 3.12.20
As a reminder, we are still in the midst of cold and flu season, and it’s important for families to take preventative measures to safeguard themselves and others from the spread of all communicable diseases. Parents and guardians can help to keep their child, our schools, and community healthy by:
Observing their child for signs of infection which may include coughing, colds, fever, itching on the skin and scalp and unusual rashes.
Keeping sick students at home and seeking medical attention for severe illness.
Reinforcing the importance of good hand hygiene.
Adopting healthy practices, such as disposing of used tissues, coughing into a sleeve rather than into a hand, and not touching one’s eyes, nose, and mouth.
Keeping children home until free of fever for 24 hours (without the aid of fever reducing medication)
Keeping children home until diarrhea free for 24 hours (without the aid of anti-diarrhea medication)
Receiving the flu vaccine
Could a student be attending class or enrolling in Temple ISD if they have traveled to a country with restricted entry in the last 14 days? Posted 3.12.20
All flights from China and Iran are being funneled through a limited number of U.S. airports to ensure consistent screening and handling of incoming passengers who may have been exposed to novel coronavirus. The CDC will require 14 days of monitoring or quarantine for entering travelers who are at risk for coronavirus according to CDC-established parameters. These students would not be allowed to register and attend school until after they are cleared by public health officials.
What is Temple ISD’s cleaning protocol? Posted 3.12.20
All Temple ISD schools and facilities have full-time custodial staff that disinfect and clean each day to help offset the spread of communicable illnesses. This includes the use of hospital-grade products.
Daily:
All classroom counters and sinks are disinfected, and desks tops are cleaned.
Water fountains are cleaned and disinfected.
All restrooms are checked throughout the day, and all fixtures are cleaned, disinfected and polished. Toilets are also cleaned and disinfected throughout the day.
Common areas, such as the cafeteria and gyms are also cleaned throughout the day.
The disinfectant is dispensed using the electrostatic sprayer or a spray gun. The disinfectant used by our custodial staff is one of the EPA’s Registered Antimicrobial Products for Use Against Novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, the Cause of COVID-19.
All transportation vehicles will be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected weekly for the foreseeable future. Additionally, bus drivers will clean and disinfect all seats and frequently touched surfaces daily.