Pirate's Cove
News for the week of 5/15 - 5/21
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Update From School District 308 regarding COVID-19
As you know, the prevalence of Coronavirus COVID-19 continues to rise. At this time, the recommendations from IDPH and the CDC include directing students and school personnel to protect themselves and others by taking every day common sense actions which include correctly washing hands, staying home when sick, and properly covering a cough. Please take a look at the links provided on the district webpage for COVID-19, as they are the official sources of information from the CDC, IDPH, ISBE, and the Kendall County Health Department.
COVID-19 District Resources Page
Following the statewide mandate from Governor Pritzker: all schools are closed through the end of the School year, May 21st, 2020.
- E-Learning opportunities are shared with all students to use during the time schools are closed.
- Many resources for food, personal care items, transportation, and more have formed in our community. We are tracking those resources and have them listed here.
- The state has indicated that the days schools were closed due to COVID-19 concerns will NOT be made up.
- Many things are changing at a rapid pace, please check back here often for updates. We appreciate your patience and cooperation.
- This situation could cause anxiety in students, this resource may assist you in talking to children about COVID-19.
Remote Learning at SD 308
Under the direction of the Governor and the Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois schools are operating on a remote learning model.
We have created a video to help you navigate remote learning, and complied helpful documents and links to guide you through this new way of learning (YouTube Link To Video & Video Transcript)
We appreciate your patience as we all learn this new system together!
Follow this link to the SD308 Remote Learning Webpage for additional resources and information.
Principal's Message
Pirate parents,
With the unfortunate news that the remainder of the school year will be finished through Remote Learning, the Plank administrative team is working closely with the SD 308 district office staff to put plans in place to conclude the school year. There are many questions that have been posed to me regarding picking up materials from school, recognition night, 8th grade activities, and 6th grade step up events. There is information about these two events below.
In wrapping up the school year, students are being asked to turn in all of their virtual assignments so that teachers can grade them. If there are outstanding assignments, please make sure they get submitted to teachers so that they can improve a grade.
The staff at Plank Junior High is committed to serving the students and parents of the surrounding community. We want to provide multiple opportunities for students to showcase their talents, and grow as young adults through academics and social emotional learning. Our focus is to prepare our students to be ready for college and future careers. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me and we can work together to find solutions. I can be reached at 630-551-9400 and thaymond@sd308.org. We look forward to collaborating with you and your student throughout the year.
Always in partnership,
Tyler Haymond
Principal
Plank Junior High School
Final Day of Instruction & Grades
The last day of remote instruction for students Early Childhood through 11th grade will be May 19. Report cards will be emailed to 6-12 parents on May 27.
All student grades are due on May 19th. If students have outstanding assignments or missing grades, they have until May 19th to submit them to their teachers.
Student Medication Pick up
We will be hosting a Medication Pick-Up Drive thru on Tuesday, May 19th from 10AM to 12PM. This will be a contact-less pick up. The procedure is outlined below:
- Parents will drive up to the main entrance of Plank Junior High School.
- Our Nurse will have medications counted in a sealed bag.
- Parents will drive up and will be handed the med pick up form on a clipboard.- Parents will sign the med pick up form when given the meds.
- Nurse will also sign stating they've counted all pills (can be pre-signed before parents pick up). Parents have the option to take out the meds and count themselves if they want to ensure accuracy.
- Nurses place the meds in the passenger seat of the car and the parent keeps the pen
- No physical contact and done at a safe distance
Virtual 6th Grade Step-Up
8th grade Recognition and Awards Night
Student Belongings Pick Up and Textbook/Athletic Uniform Drop Off
A schedule for the week of June 1st will be distributed for students to access lockers to gather belongings, and for parent/guardian sign-out of student medication or supplies, complying with restrictions on gatherings of people and social distancing. This is a change from the original May 18th start date. The change was made to adhere to the Governor's Stay at Home orders. This date is also subject to change in the event that additional orders from the IDPH and Governor Pritzker.
If you follow the links below, there is information for our 6th and 7th grade students, as well as our 8th grade students.
Yearbooks
Shane's School Supply Kits
Athletic Opportunities at OEHS
Supporting Students and Families
The Student Services team at Plank has compiled a list of valuable resources for families to use. These resources are available to all of our families. There are two forms that can be completed to help out in this time away from school.
One form is for students. Fill out the student support form here.
One form is for families. Fill out the family support form here.
To visit our Student Services resources Page, please click here.
Free or Reduced Cost Internet Access
Check out the services here.
Plank Daily Announcements
Parent Portal in Tyler SIS
Our new student information system is Tyler SIS. This is taking the place of eSchool. Log into the link below if you are looking for updated grades, information, attendance, and the features of the former e School Home Access. Watch for updates on how parents can use the Portal on our website and in upcoming newsletters.
**NEW** HATE FREE AT OE CLUB
Future Wolves!...take a look at this letter from members of the Hate Free at OE club...this might be something you're interested in!
Plank Junior High School
Email: thaymond@sd308.org
Website: https://www.sd308.org/plank
Location: Plank Jr. High, Secretariat Lane, Oswego, IL, USA
Phone: 6305519400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/plank308/?scrlybrkr=2abf877d
Twitter: @Plank308