COVID-19
Important Update- Yukon Koykuk School District & Raven
Hello Raven Family,
The YKSD and Raven leadership team have been closely monitoring the situation with the rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic. We are continuing to work closely with and take direction from the State Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), the Department of Education and Early Development (DEED), Office of the Governor, and the CDC. Raven leadership will continue to develop a coherent and cohesive COVID-19 response as the situation evolves. Your safety is our primary concern. Thus, please note the following:
In an effort to assist with flattening the infection curve and slowing the COVID-19 spread in our diverse communities, effective Monday, March 16th, and extending until March 27, 2020, Yukon Koyukuk School District will close all Raven Homeschool offices around the state. All in person activities and family appointments are cancelled effective immediately.
Raven teachers and support personnel will continue working with you remotely to provide outstanding customer service during this difficult time and can meet with you over the phone or through videoconferencing options.
This was not a decision taken lightly. CDC and state DHSS recommendations directly influenced this difficult decision. Additional updates about the COVID-19 districtwide closure and subsequent actions will be sent to families and staff via email.
When Raven does reopen offices, we will implement the following protocol for staff and students.
New ''Symptom-Free" Schools Protocol
Children and staff should not be at schools or school activities if any of these symptoms are present:
Temperature of 100 or greater
Cough
Constantly runny nose
Raven leadership will be in close communication with all stakeholders and monitor mandates from local, state, and national authorities. During this time of uncertainty, we urge you to do what is best for your family and reach out to your advisory teacher with any school related questions. I’m also available for any questions at lmeinert@yksd.com or 907-374-9413.
Thanks,
Luke Meinert
YKSD Assistant Superintendent