DuneNews
Duneland School news for parents, students and teachers
March 19, 2020 Vo. 54 No. 31
March 19, 2020 COVID-19 Update
The following is an update to the COVID-19 school closure event for the Duneland School Corporation.
Today, Governor Holcomb mandated school closure through May 1, 2020. The order may be revised to extend through the rest of the school year if warranted. As the situation of closure evolves, we will continue to share information with our Duneland families.
The week of March 23 – March 27 will be considered “Spring Break” for the purposes of eLearning/distance learning. As a result, there will not be any assignments posted during this time. eLearning will resume on Monday, March 30, 2020.
We will be changing the location for meal distribution to school-age children during the current school closure. Meals will be distributed at Chesterton High School beginning Monday, March 23 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Previously meals were being distributed at Chesterton Middle School. Meals will continue to be distributed Monday through Friday for the duration of the school closure including Spring Break week. Meals consist of a lunch for the current day and breakfast for the following day. Vehicles will enter the CHS parking area through the entrance by the football stadium. Follow signs to the distribution area and pull up to the curb for meal pick-up. Exit onto 1050 North.
During the closure, we continue to ask that if you or a member of your family are asked to self-quarantine, or if you or any member of your family tests positive for COVID-19, please contact your student’s building principal via email immediately.
We apologize for the inconvenience this extended closure has caused our students and families. The pandemic has placed all of us in uncharted waters. We would like to thank all of our families for their continued support. As we plan for the future, we will be taking all possible steps to minimize the negative impact of schools being closed on our students.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to your student’s principal via email.
DSC COVID-19 Information
CDC COVID-19 Information
Indiana State Department of Health COVID-19 Information
Porter County Health Department COVID-19 Information
Location Changing for Meal Distribution
Pictured above are DSC Child Nutrition employees who prepare the bags, left to right, Child Nutrition and Wellness manager Tammy Watkins, Tricia Marin, Jennifer Ondras, Lisa Williams and Joy Braikovich.
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS
CHS Gymnastics Team Wins Third Consecutive State Championship
Liberty Intermediate Spelling Bee Winners
Liberty Turtle Court Royalty Announced
Ready, Set, Kindergarten Offered in Collaboration with Duneland Schools
Ready, Set, Kindergarten (RSK)
- RSK is designed to teach children the skills needed to do well in the classroom. Experienced PAT Educators work with the children in areas of academics, motor skills, social skills and listening skills to ensure they are ready to enter school and to succeed.
- The children meet with the Educators one time per week for two hours in a classroom at their future home school. Activities each week include writing, cutting, listening, turn taking, and early reading. It starts with basic skills and progresses through the year to meet all kindergarten entry standards. The children are also screened with reading and developmental tools to determine if there are areas that are of any concern.
- Parents will also have the opportunity to be in the classroom at times to help out and to observe your child.
- This is a GREAT opportunity for your child and your entire family. Supplies and weekly take home practice will also be provided. THE PROGRAM is FREE due to the commitment from the Duneland School Corporation and United Way Porter County.
Questions? Text or call 219-617-8861
or email dunelandrsk@gmail.com
Trojan Football 'Bags for Bucks' Fundraiser on Hold
The Football Boosters appreciate your support, but the "Bags for Bucks" fundraiser is being put on hold until further notice. The group will send a message out when they will resume their annual fundraiser.
Duneland School Corporation 2020-2021 Calendar
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2019-2020 Procedures for Delaying/Closing School
As we approach the winter season, please review the attached letter from Superintendent Dr. Chip Pettit regarding the procedures for school closings and/or delays that may occur due to inclement weather...
Duneland School Spirit Wear Online Store
Did you know that the Duneland School Corporation has an online store for ordering all of your Duneland School spirit wear? For your convenience, all of your orders can be shipped to your home for a nominal fee or you can pick-up your online order at Blythe's Team Sports in Valparaiso.
Parents can also purchase P.E. uniforms for students in grades 7-12 and Body Conditioning for 9-12. The uniforms will no longer be available for purchase at CMS / CHS.
The CHS / CMS P.E. and Body Conditioning Uniforms (t-shirt and shorts) are the only items that will be shipped within a few days of ordering. Orders can be sent directly to your home within a few business days for a nominal fee or you can choose to pick up your online order at Blythe's Team Sports in Valparaiso.
Other spirit wear on the site can be ordered during a 14-day window. Orders will then be processed and shipped. Further information is located on the online store site.
Click the button below to enter the online store!
Join the CHS Alumni Association!
Have you been thinking about joining the Chesterton High School Alumni Association, but just haven't gotten around to it? Or, are you wondering why you should join this organization?
The CHS Alumni Association was formed to help support the enhancement of the Duneland School Corporations' educational processes and scholarships for graduating seniors at Chesterton High School. Your dues in the organization will help the group to continue to grow and present more and more of our graduates college assistance. We will also honor teachers, administration, and support staff (alumni) into their respective ''Halls of Fame” at our first annual banquet to be held on May 7, 2020 at Chesterton High School.
Interested in getting involved in the Alumni Association? The group welcomes the help of our membership to assist us in achieving our mission to raise funds for student scholarships. The monthly meeting in April has been postponed until further notice due to the COVID-19 quarantine.
The Chesterton High School Alumni Association welcomes all former CHS alumni, and present and past faculty and staff members of the Duneland Schools to join the Association. Annual membership dues is $15 per alumni or Lifetime membership is a one-time fee of $150.00 minus your age. (Example: $150.00 less your age of 60 years would equal dues of $90.00).
Visit the Duneland School website at this link www.duneland.k12.in.us and download an application to join today.
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FOR YOUR INFORMATION
Student Grade Reports: The third quarter grade reports, scheduled to be released on Friday, March 20, are now scheduled to be available on Friday, April 3, 2020. This delay is due to the schools shutting down as a proactive measure to avert COVID-19.
The third grading period report cards will be available on your Skyward Family Access Parent Portal on Friday, April 3 at 3 p.m. Parents will have the option of printing out their student's report card. If you have any questions, need assistance or are having trouble accessing your Parent Portal on Skyward, please contact your child's school.
Spring Break: The week of March 23 – March 27 will be considered “Spring Break” for the purposes of eLearning/distance learning. As a result, there will not be any assignments posted during this time. eLearning will resume on Monday, March 30, 2020.
The Duneland School Board will conduct an Emergency Session Virtual Meeting on Friday, March 20, 2020 at 4 p.m.
During the active meeting, the viewing public will be able to virtually observe the progression through an agenda item and see board member votes on a specific item. The public can view the meeting virtually by following the steps outlined below:
- Visit the Duneland Schools website at www.duneland.k12.in.us
- Go to: ADMINISTRATION
- Go to: SCHOOL BOARD
- Go to: BOARDDOCS SCOREBOARD
The Duneland School Corporation logo will come up on the computer screen until the meeting begins. The agenda will be viewable on the screen once the meeting starts at 4:00 p.m.
The Duneland School Board meeting will be on Monday, April 6, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. to conduct business. More information regarding this meeting will be forthcoming.
Scholarship Information: Scholarship information can always be found on the CHS College and Career Center site: https://www.duneland.k12.in.us/site/Default.aspx?PageID=786
The new 2020-2021 Duneland School Corporation Calendar is available on our website. Click on the link above to open or visit our website at www.duneland.k12.in.us
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Friday, March 20, 2020
eLearning Day
3rd Quarter Report Cards moved to April 3 release date
4 p.m. Duneland School Board Emergency Session Virtual Meeting
Monday, March 23, 2020
NO SCHOOL-Spring Break thru 3/27/20
Monday, March 30, 2020
eLearning CLASSES RESUME
5:30-8 p.m. Strategic Planning Team Mtg.-Adm Center
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
eLearning Day
Friday, April 3, 2020
eLearning Day
3 p.m. Third Quarter Report Cards Available
Monday, April 6, 2020
eLearning Day
6 p.m. Duneland School Board Meeting-TBD
Child Nutrition Services
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Have you read this month's publication of Nutrition Nuggets? This publication, a parent's guide to food and fitness for a healthy child, is available free on our Child Nutrition Services webpage.