Centennial High School
Plan for the 2020-21 School Term
Greetings from Mr. Campbell
I hope this message finds you all safe and healthy. Much has changed since our last communication. As a follow up to the current return to school guidelines from the district, we are making some changes to our school procedures to provide a safer environment due to COVID. These procedures are subject to change based on the most recent guidance from the public health officials and the district. We will update families as necessary.
Thank you,
Keynun Campbell
Face to Face Instruction
Individual Remote Learning
Resources from Fulton County Schools
FACE TO FACE INSTRUCTION
Teaching and Learning at Centennial
- Teachers will continue to provide meaningful and engaging learning opportunities through personalized instruction.
- There will be an emphasis on prioritized standards, so teachers can provide rigorous instruction in an efficient manner.
- Assessments will be administered to determine learning gaps and areas of focus for teachers.
- Group work in the classroom may be limited to maintain social distancing.
Arrival and Dismissal Procedures
ARRIVAL
- The school day for students still will be 8:15-3:30. The first bell will ring at 8:15 a.m., and the late bell will ring at 8:20 a.m.
- For the 2020-21 school term, the building will open at 8:00 a.m. for all students.
- Students who arrive on the bus will enter through the main bus ramp entrance and will proceed directly to their class.
- Students will not be allowed to congregate in the parking lots.
- Once students enter the building, they must proceed to pick up their Grab and Go breakfast and/ or proceed directly to class. Students who ride the bus or drive to campus also will need to report directly to pick up their Grab and Go breakfast or report to class.
DISMISSAL
- Students will be dismissed by hallway zones to avoid congestion and gathering of students.
- There will not be a dismissal bell.
- Students will need to report directly to the buses.
- Car riders will need to proceed directly to the carpool area and wait for their ride.
- Walkers will need to leave campus immediately.
- All students (unless they're with a coach or teacher) must exit the building by 4:00 p.m.
Face Masks and Shields
According to the CDC Guidelines for Face Masks, it
is recommended "that people wear cloth face coverings in public settings when around people outside of their household, especially when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain."
- All FCS students will be provided two washable and reusable face masks.
- All FCS staff will be required to wear face masks.
- All FCS bus riders will be expected to wear face masks.
- All FCS students are strongly recommended to wear face coverings during Face to Face instruction.
- Face shields can't replace face masks.
Hand Washing and Sanitizing Stations
There will be paper towels for students to wipe their hands.
There will be hand sanitizing stations located in various locations throughout the school.
Procedures If Sick
If students begin to feel ill or begin to display COVID symptoms while at school, they should report immediately to the clinic.
The clinic aide will direct the student on next steps.
Classroom Layout
- Classroom environments will be conducive to optimal learning.
- Desks will be in rows. Where possible, student desks will be moved to accommodate social distancing, but this might not always be possible.
Hallway Transition
- Some hallways will become one way routes to provide the best option for social distancing.
- Hallways will be marked with signage to indicate the flow of traffic.
- Maps will be available prior to the start of school.
- Students will not be able to congregate in the common areas.
Breakfast and Lunch in the Cafeteria
- Breakfast will be Grab and Go. Students will go to the cafeteria, get their breakfast, and eat in their classroom.
- The number of students in each lunch period will be reduced to allow for social distancing.
- The cafeteria will be cleaned between each lunch rotation.
Before and After School Activities
District guidelines will be followed regarding after school events (i.e. athletics, fine arts' performances, parent nights, student assemblies).
BEFORE SCHOOL
Students who arrive early to attend help sessions or other before school activities must report directly to the appropriate location.AFTER SCHOOL
Students who have after school commitments (i.e. practice) must report directly to the location and must remain with the staff member. Information about clubs and activities will be shared by the club sponsor.
Visitors
Only essential visitors will be permitted to visit the building.
Essential visitors may be subject to a paper screening and temperature check.
Bathroom Use and Water Fountains
The number of students allowed in the bathroom at one time will be reduced.
WATER FOUNTAINS
Students are encouraged to bring a water bottle to use throughout the day.
INDIVIDUAL REMOTE LEARNING (IRL)
Fulton County School's website outlines the process for new and returning students with parent resources. If additional support or access to a computer kiosk is needed, families should contact their local school.
https://www.fultonschools.org/enrollment
Full-time Virtual (Grades 9-12)
Students participating in Full-time Fulton Virtual will remain enrolled in their current school with their secondary school/program listed as Full-time Fulton Virtual. Full-time Fulton Virtual will afford its students the ability to take a full-time virtual course load.
This is an online, semester-long option (August –December) provided by Fulton County Schools. However, students enrolled in this model may not have access to all classes, particularly elective classes, that may otherwise be offered at a traditional school.
Full-time Fulton Virtual will not offer extracurricular activities, athletics or clubs. There will be virtual club offerings.
Beginning on June 30 and ending July 22, families who are interested in enrolling students into Full-Time Fulton Virtual Learning should visit www.fultonschools.org/enrollment. For more information contact us via email:
High Schools (Grades 9 - 12)
FTfultonvirtualHS@fultonschools.org
DISTRICT RESOURCES
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR NEW STUDENTS
Fulton County Schools utilizes Online Registration powered by Infinite Campus for all enrollment needs.
Parents/guardians of students new to Fulton County should register for the 2020-21 (starting school August 2020) school year.
Parents can upload required documentation while completing the online application. If a parent is unable to upload required documentation, please contact your local school for next steps.
Please visit https://www.fultonschools.org/enrollment and scroll down to Parent Resources/ Registration Instruction for New Students for specific directions.
Centennial High School - Home of the Knights
Email: centennialknights9310@gmail.com
Website: https://www.fultonschools.org/Page/65
Location: 9310 Scott Road, Roswell, GA, USA
Phone: 470-254-4230
Twitter: @The_CHSKnights