Captain's Log
Healthy Schools Edition V1N3
Pirates,
In an effort to keep you updated regarding our COVID-19 response, you will find below our periodic updates. Please check back frequently to see our progress.
JOURNEY TO PeLA: EXCELLENCE MARKS THE SPOT!
What are Symptoms of COVID-19?
• fever
• cough
• shortness of breath
HAVE QUESTIONS? A call center at the Mississippi State Department of Health is now available for the general public at 1-877-978-6453 to answer questions about COVID-19 questions.
For Parents: Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) associated with COVID-19
What we know about MIS-C: Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) is a condition where different body parts can become inflamed, including the heart, lungs, kidneys, brain, skin, eyes, or gastrointestinal organs. We do not yet know what causes MIS-C. However, we know that many children with MIS-C had the virus that causes COVID-19, or had been around someone with COVID-19. MIS-C can be serious, even deadly, but most children who were diagnosed with this condition have gotten better with medical care.
What to do if you think your child is sick with MIS-C: Contact your child’s doctor, nurse, or clinic right away if your child is showing symptoms of MIS-C:
- Fever
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Neck pain
- Rash
- Bloodshot eyes
- Feeling extra tired
Be aware that not all children will have all the same symptoms. Seek emergency care right away if your child is showing any of these emergency warning signs of MIS-C or other concerning signs:
- Trouble breathing
- Pain or pressure in the chest that does not go away
- New confusion
- Inability to wake or stay awake
- Bluish lips or face
- Severe abdominal pain
How doctors will care for your child: Doctors may do certain tests to look for inflammation or other signs of disease. These tests might include:
- Blood tests
- Chest x-ray
- Heart ultrasound (echocardiogram)
- Abdominal ultrasound
Doctors may provide supportive care for symptoms (medicine and/or fluids to make your child feel better) and may use various medicines to treat inflammation. Most children who become ill with MIS-C will need to be treated in the hospital. Some will need to be treated in the pediatric intensive care unit (ICU).
Parents or caregivers who have concerns about their child’s health, including concerns about COVID-19 or MIS-C, should call a pediatrician or other healthcare provider immediately. Healthcare providers can follow CDC recommendations to keep children and their parents or caregivers safe if an in-person visit is needed.
What we don’t know about MIS-C: CDC is still learning about MIS-C and how it affects children, so we don’t know why some children have gotten sick with MIS-C and others have not. We also do not know if children with certain health conditions are more likely to get MIS-C. These are among the many questions CDC is working to try to understand.
All CDC recommendations are based on the best data and science available at the time, and we will update them as we learn more.
What CDC is doing to learn more: CDC has a team dedicated to investigate MIS-C and gather and communicate information quickly to healthcare providers, parents, and caregivers, as well as state and local health departments. The team is working with U.S. and international scientists, healthcare providers, and other partners to learn more about this new syndrome. They are learning about how often it happens and who is likely to get it, creating a system to track cases, and providing guidance to parents and healthcare providers.
Some of the specific actions CDC has taken:
- Released a Health Advisory on May 14, 2020, through the Health Alert Network. In this advisory, CDC alerted healthcare providers about MIS-C, issued the case definition that it developed with the Council of State, Tribal, and Territorial Epidemiologists, and recommended that healthcare providers report suspected cases of MIS-C to local, state, or territorial health departments. The information the clinicians and health departments provide will help us understand this new condition and how common it is.
- Collaborated with public health agencies around the world to share information and knowledge about cases of MIS-C in other countries.
- Sent a field team to New York, the first state to report cases of MIS-C, to help health officials investigate the cases.
- Set up a method for state and local health departments to report cases of MIS-C .
- Asked clinical research and surveillance networks at children’s hospitals that we work with to collect data on cases of MIS-C.
- Began communicating information about what we know, what we don’t know, and what we are doing to learn more to support healthcare providers, parents, and caregivers.
- Collaborated with other federal agencies, clinical, and professional societies.
How to protect your child from COVID-19: Based on what we know now about MIS-C, the best way you can protect your child is by taking everyday actions to prevent your child and the entire household from getting the virus that causes COVID-19.
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COVID-19 RESPONSE UPDATE_051420
Thankfully our fair city has been spared for the most part reported Mayor McDermott in a recent interview with only 3 cases being reported. This virus is changing as the days go by. Below are a more recent update regarding additional symptoms that have now been associated with the virus. Stay vigilant as our state begins to open. Please consider wearing a mask when you go out to public places where you may encounter someone who is sick and not know it. While you are working on behalf of the district making home visits, taking up papers, serving lunch, etc., wearing a mask is required when within 6ft of others.
Older adults and people who have severe underlying medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness.
Watch for symptoms: People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
· Cough
· Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
· Fever
· Chills
· Muscle pain
· Sore throat
· New loss of taste or smell
Children have similar symptoms to adults and generally have mild illness. This list is not all inclusive. Other less common symptoms have been reported, including gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. Most recently Kawasaki Disease has shone in children with COVID-19 antibodies. Research is being conducted to determine association and cause.
When to Seek Emergency Medical Attention: Look for emergency warning signs* for COVID-19. If someone is showing any of these signs, seek emergency medical care immediately
· Trouble breathing
· Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
· New confusion
· Inability to wake or stay awake
· Bluish lips or face
*This list is not all possible symptoms. Please call your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning to you. Call 911 or call ahead to your local emergency facility: Notify the operator that you are seeking care for someone who has or may have COVID-19.
Helpful links for caring for yourself or others:
· Learn how to protect yourself
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COVID-19 RESPONSE UPDATE_040320
Thank you for entrusting in me the authority to lead during this unprecedented moment in Pirate history. I certainly would not be able to do this without the board and our entire Pirate team working with me. For that, I am grateful. It has been a challenging few weeks; yet, a very inspiring one as well. Today, during meal delivery, I had the pleasure of seeing Ms. Ferda Dedeaux, 5th grade teacher, and Ms. Lana Avery, PCES secretary, posting yard signs and delivering Chromebooks to children. While in the cafe', Mrs. Cooper, Mr. French, Mr. King, Ms. Kalif, Deputy Mike, Mrs. Childers, 6th grade math teacher, and Mrs. Switzer, Self-Contained teacher worked alongside our cafe' staff to ensure meals were prepared and ready for service. Yesterday, 40-50 cars of teachers were led through our community by Officer John Willie Dedeaux and Mr. West just to catch a glimpse of our children. Our school leaders and CSO staff have given so much of themselves to make this all possible and continue to look for ways to do more. The list is long, and I am sure I left off many names; I wanted you to know how hard everyone is working under difficult and scary situations to take care of our most important Pirates. It is important to know that we WILL see this through, and Pirate Nation WILL continue our legacy of excellence.
To that end, Our Pirate team and I are preparing to sign off for a much-needed rest during spring break. I have asked everyone to power down and do nothing related to work; they need to concentrate on their families.
Have a great week and a blessed Easter; below you will find Board updates:
MEALS ON WHEELS/GRAB AND GO: Thank you to all who have helped to make this process a success! We appreciate all that our Child Nutrition and Transportation teams are doing to ensure our neediest children have nutritious meals. If you would like to assist, please use the sign-in form below.
From March 19 – April 3, DeLisle site has served 3,321 breakfasts and 3,321 lunches for a combined total of 6,642 meals. The K-8 site has served 4,532 breakfasts and 4,532 lunches for a combined total of 9,064. Total overall: We have served 15,706 meals!
We will resume meal services on April 13.
FROM MSBA: Due to the statewide shelter-in-place order issued by Governor Tate Reeves, which becomes effective today, and out of an abundance of caution since the order could be extended, Mississippi School Boards Association will be cancelling the upcoming Legislative Update and School Law Review Seminar scheduled for May 18-19, 2020 and the CBD Trainings scheduled for Tupelo on May 16, 2020.
Any board member who has not completed the six (6) hours of required training for 2019-2020 may contact MSBA staff, Mamie Lilley (mlilley@msbaonline.org) or April Mills (amills@msbaonline.org), to request a correspondence course or online training.
We will continue to monitor the status of COVID-19 in Mississippi and update you should any changes be made to our other trainings and events. To assist our members with information regarding COVID-19, we have created a page on the MSBA website with resources and information. COVID-19 Information. Please let us know if we can be of assistance to you in any way.
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: Due to the ongoing issues with the coronavirus, Governor Reeves has rescheduled the special election for House of Representatives District 88 for June 23, 2020. This district represents parts of Jasper and Jones Counties.
For a list of the bills that passed the Senate before the session was suspended click here.
For a list of the bills that passed the House before the session was suspended click here.
GOVERNOR ISSUES SHELTER IN PLACE ORDER: In an afternoon email, April Mills of MSBA wrote, "On Wednesday, April 1, 2020, Governor Reeves issued Executive Order No. 1466. This order requires the entire state of Mississippi to shelter-in-place beginning at 5:00 p.m., Friday, April 3, 2020, and continuing until 8:00 a.m., Monday, April 20, 2020, unless rescinded, modified, or extended. To read a copy of the executive order click here."
Today that order begins today at 5 pm. Below you will find information related to education. We will continue to provide meals and services to our children while under the order. The order defines us as essential in the following ways:
· Education including educators supporting public and private K-12 schools, colleges and universities, educational institutions, for purposes of facilitating distance learning, performing critical research or other essential functions including public schools preparing and transporting free and reduced meals to eligible students within their respective districts (this Executive Order is consistent with and does not amend or supersede Executive Order No. 1460 regarding public schools);
· Financial services including banks and related financial institutions, insurance, payroll, accounting, processing financial transactions, services related to financial markets;
· Professional services including legal services, accounting services, insurance services, real estate services (including appraisal and title services);
· Construction and construction related services including building and construction, lumber, building materials and hardware, electricians, plumbers, exterminators, cleaning and janitorial, HVACR and water heating industry, painting, moving and relocating services, other skilled trades, and other related construction firms and professionals for maintaining essential infrastructure;
· Essential services necessary to maintain the safety, sanitation and essential operations of residences and essential businesses and essential business operations, including law enforcement, fire prevention and response, firearm and ammunition manufacturers and retailers, building code enforcement, security, emergency management and response, building cleaning including disinfection, automotive sales and repair, mortuaries and cemeteries;
· Vendors that provide essential services or products, including logistics and technology support, child care programs and services, medical waste disposal, hazardous waste disposal, services needed to ensure the continuing operation of Essential Business or Operation, operation of government agencies, and to provide for the health, safety and welfare of the public
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COVID-19 RESPONSE UPDATE_032620
Good evening,
Mississippi State Board of Education (SBE) Suspends Key Policies to Manage Impact of Extended School Closures
The SBE today suspended several statewide policies to manage the impact of extended school closures due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) public health crisis. The policy suspensions apply only to students and educator candidates in the 2019-20 school year and educator preparation program applicants through December 2021.
Below is a summary of the key policy suspensions for 2019-20. View the SBE meeting back-up material on the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) website for full details and a complete list of SBE policy suspensions for the 2019-20 school year.
- Graduation for the Class of 2020
Current seniors who meet all district and state requirements may graduate this school year. The requirement that students take end-of-course assessments in Algebra I, English II, Biology and U.S. History has been suspended for seniors because these assessments cannot be administered in spring 2020. Statewide, students are required to earn a minimum of 24 Carnegie units to graduate.
- Students Scheduled to Take High School End-of-Course Assessments
Any student in grades 7 through 12 who is currently enrolled in Algebra I, Biology, English II and/or U. S. History during the 2019-20 school year will not be required to take and/or pass the corresponding end-of-course subject area test(s) or meet one of the options in lieu of passing the test(s) to meet graduation requirements.
- High School Credits (Carnegie Units)
School districts shall determine a process for awarding a Carnegie unit credit for courses that are incomplete for school year 2019-20. Local school boards have the authority to suspend or amend their graduation policies for the 2019-20 school year, provided the policies continue to meet state standards.
- 3rd Graders
Current 3rd graders will be promoted to 4th grade for the 2020-21 school year if the student meets all other district requirements for promotion.
- Education Preparation Program Entry
Candidates seeking admission to an SBE-approved traditional or non-traditional educator preparation program on or before December 31, 2021, are exempt from the educator preparation program entry testing criterion. The exemption extends through the 2021 calendar year to mitigate the impact of a prolonged suspension of candidate testing nationwide.
- Education Preparation
Spring 2020 educator licensure candidates no longer need to meet the minimum of 12 weeks of full-day student teaching to become licensed. The MDE will continue to work collaboratively with Education Preparation Providers (EPP) to determine the acceptable experiences necessary for student teaching and demonstration of teaching competency prior to licensure.
- Previous SBE Actions
The SBE voted on March 19 to suspend all required federal and state assessments for the 2019-20 school year, to seek a waiver from the U.S. Department of Education (ED) for federal accountability requirements and to allow school districts to forego the requirement of a 180-day school year per state law for school closure. ED informed MDE on March 20 of its intention to issue a formal approval of MDE’s waiver request in the coming weeks.
- Local Policies
Local school districts have the authority to establish additional policies regarding grading, promotion, retention, and graduation. Contact school districts for details on local policies.
TECHNOLOGY
Seventy-five new C-Spire wifi hotspots were disseminated to schools. Needy families are being called and scheduled to come for pick up.
CHILD NUTRITION & TRANSPORATION
Our Child Nutrition and Transporation departments continue to do a remarkable job feeding 720 students 1,440 meals per day and delivering meals to over 250 children each day! When you see our drivers and cafe staff, please let them know how much you appreciate them being on the front lines during challenging times.
SPRING BREAK
We will have our regularly scheduled spring break (April 6-10) to give our Pirate community a breather and an opportunity to take care of their families. During spring break, we will close all operations as is normal for us to give our lean staff some time to reboot as this has been very difficult on them as well. The children and staff will have family time that week.
GRADUATION
We are working with city officials and our attorney to plan so form of graduation for our students; they deserve it! It will not be a traditional one where we all come together in one place unless the size recommendations from the CDC and state change. As details are worked out, I will keep you posted.
CLOSING THOUGHTS
We must brace to be in this for the long haul. States close to us, like Alabama, are closing school for the year. Governor Reeves indicated today that things are going to get worse before they better. Next week, the superintendents are expecting to hear from the Governor and State Superintendent regarding life after April 17. Until then, I want to remind you that we were not given a spirit of fear, but of power, of love, and a sound mind. Our leadership team will use all to make the best decisions for our children and faculstaff. Thank you for standing with me and our Pirate team as we work through what is a most difficult battle. The good thing that we must all remember is that Pirates NEVER surrender! Yet, we will fight with the aforementioned in mind.
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COIVD-19 RESPONSE UPDATE_032420
I was unable to give my update today during the meeting; yet, I wanted to share my thoughts with you about where we are.
PRAISE: Thank the Board, our Pirate educators, families, and community for designing and implementing in a matter of days a new way of teaching and learning in our school district.
GENERAL UPDATES:
Academics: This week we opened, for the first time in Pirate history, the Pirate e-Learning Academy. We are providing services to our students via a variety of online and paper-based platforms and mediums. Our teachers and principals have conducted a series of online faculty meetings and professional learning community meetings to design, what we feel, is a pride point for our schools. On Monday, teachers conducting learning experiences with students virtually as evidenced by parent postings and lesson/activity sets. At the end of the week, we will be able to better assess our reach.
The state board of education has communicated to us that they are expecting the DOE to waive state testing requirements. They and the governor have waived our requirement to attend school for 180 days; thus, we will not be required to make up the days missed. We are expecting further guidance regarding promotion/retention and graduation in the days to come. Please tune into the special called state board meeting March 26 @ 10 am.
Child Nutrition: We have two sites (K-8 and DES) providing Meals to Go to students via a drive through line. Students are also being served through a collaboration with the transportation department. Three buses and the district’s van are being taken into the community to provide meals as well. Students receive two meals (lunch and breakfast) each serving. Hot meals are in the rotation at the school sites. Serving time: 11 am-1 pm. I would like to commend our child nutrition team under the leadership of Mrs. Saundra Isabelle as well as our transportation team, under the leadership of Mrs. Sam Cuevas, for a job well done. Thank you to the board members (Ms. Kalif and Mr. King) who have been able to come out to help us serve meals.
A look at the numbers as of 3-23-20:
MODE OF SERVICE
CURBSIDE GRAB & GO
DES: 596
K-8 CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE: 590
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BUS 1
DES: 73
K-8 CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE: 223
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BUS 2
DES: ---
K-8 CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE: 98
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VAN
DES: 51
K-8 CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE: ---
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TOTAL
DES: 720
K-8 CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE: 911
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DISTRICT TOTAL: 1,631 STUDENTS SERVED/3,262 MEALS SERVED
Technology: Each school site provided Chromebooks with forward-facing cameras to students in grades PreK-12. I would like to commend the technology department under the leadership of Mr. Brad McJunkin and the administrative team for coordinating a well-organized and thought out plan. We have issued 30 WiFi devices with an order for 75 C-spire devices due for delivery today to provide services to 70 families who have indicated a need. The $1,300 cost to provide these services are being paid for in part by Mr. Ollie Bailey, Mr. Scott Naugle, and Mrs. Avra O’Dwyer.
A Look at the Numbers: Chromebooks Disbursed: 444
DES: 92
PCES: 109
PCMS: 140
PCHS: 103
We are living in times of uncertainty. But, one thing I am sure of is that Pirate Nation will band together to do great things for our children to ensure we secure for them the ideals espoused in our district’s mission. This is the epitome of what we mean when we say that we believe students excel when learning is a shared responsibility. Our families and community have never let us down, and will not fail them in one of the most challenging moments in our most recent history.
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COVID-19 RESPONSE UPDATE_032220
I am the proudest superintendent in the country! In a time with so much uncertainty, the one thing I am sure of is that we are mighty! Our team is the best assembled anywhere; I could not do what I do without them. None of this has been easy, and yet - they have made it feel seamless and less painful for our Pirate family. They not only gave out resources; they gave our families hope and a sense of empowerment.
We have made it through the critical phase of planning and are moving into implementation next week. Our leadership team has been phenomenal! Our families and community have as well. Thank you for your continued support of our efforts.
ACADEMICS
Our goal next week is to begin transitioning into school-to-home learning. Our teachers and students are ready to make history!
HOME VISITS & SUPPLIES PROVIDED
Kindergarten teachers visited each student's home to take them supplies and let the children know that we love and miss them. While elementary teachers teamed up to provide supplies for students to use at home. High school students were provided with textbooks, printed assignments, and art supplies as needed. They were also able to retrieve much-needed books and supplies from their lockers. Please thank our teachers for rising to the challenge to make this week's transition a huge success. We should all be very proud to be a Pirate!
CHILD NUTRITION
We provided meals (breakfast/lunch) for 583 students today.
DES: 247 (car line) + 31 (bus delivery)
PCES: 245 (car line) + 60 (bus delivery)
Kudos to our child nutrition and transportation teams and leaders for a job well done! Thanks to our board members for lending a helping hand during the delivery of meals. This is an ongoing opportunity for our community to have an opportunity to meet each of you. Please let us know if you would like to join us.
TECHNOLOGY
We disseminated 432 computers today in a very organized manner. We would like to thank the administrators and technology leader (Brad) team (Siri, Henry, and Roscoe) for making sure our plans have the best chance of working as designed.
Brad is working with board members and Mr. Bailey to provide wifi in several homes.
TRANSPORTATION
Bus drivers heeded Mrs. Cuevas' call to help deliver food to needy students. Thanks to them, we were able to deliver 91 x 2 (182 breakfast & lunch) meals today with great service and big smiles!
BOARD MEETING
Reminder: We have a special called Board meeting Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at 1 pm. Under the advisement of our board attorney, the board meeting will be both in-person and virtual to ensure we do not exceed 10 people in the room. Those who attend are asked to spread out at the table to ensure we use social distancing practices. If you are feeling ill or have any symptoms of COVID-19. We ask that you use the virtual link below to join us. ZOOM will allow us to see and hear you.
ZOOM MEETING DETAILS:
Topic: Special Called Board Meeting
Time: Mar 24, 2020, 01:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting (click the link to join)
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/401951409
Meeting ID: 401 951 409
STATUS OF UPDATES
Next week, I will update the board as needed regarding our continued efforts. Attached you will find a copy of our lean staff workflow for the coming weeks; in essence - we are in "summer" work mode making sure all plans are carried forward to close out the year, continuing hiring processes, and planning for the upcoming year. For those who will be in the office, it is our duty/obligation to them and their families to keep them safe.
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COVID-19 RESPONSE UPDATE_032020
Today was a wonderful day because we had an opportunity to see and talk to children and parents. The response was overwhelmingly positive, and we let parents know that we are in this with them. One parent remarked that she wanted to apologize to all of our teachers and principals for having ever given us a hard time about her children. She indicated that she now understands what our teachers do and endure. Taking care of our children in a manner that operates within the vision and mission of our district has been a primary focus for us all. We are making sure that we each stay focused and are reassuring to our parents and children. Thank you for entrusting me with this opportunity to serve. Below are today's updates.
SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING re: HB 1647:
We anticipate that House Bill 1647 will be signed into law by the Governor this week. As such, Mark is recommending we have a special called board meeting to use the authority of said House Bill coupled with Board policy GBRI to ensure all employees are paid while on administrative leave. I am prepared to meet in a special called board meeting next Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at 1 pm for this purpose. Please let Mrs. Saucier know if you will be able to attend. We will meet at our regular meeting location and use phone conferencing for the public to ensure that we do not go above the recommended group size of 10 in the room.
ACADEMICS:
Technology: Chromebooks will be loaned to parents who need one tomorrow. If you would like to donate wifi access to students' homes, please contact Mr. Brad McJunkin for more information.
CHILD NUTRITION:
We fed a little over 300 students today! Please thank Mrs. Saundra and her team for making this a reality for us. If you were unable to join us today, please stop by tomorrow if your schedule allows. We will be at PCES-MS near the Boys and Girls Club and at DES near the car rider line from 11 am - 1 pm. This work will continue during the length of the emergency status.
Mr. Ollie Bailey, Officer John W. Dedeaux, Officer Stephon Johnson, and the LAD Project (Tammie Gray and Marsha Garziano) also served students a third meal today at the State Farm office. Please thank them for stepping in to provide lunch/dinner.
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COVID-19 RESPONSE UPDATE_031820
Today was a wonderful example of why we are the type of district that we are, high performing! Our teachers and leaders met by web conference and laid out the final plans for moving forward. I am very proud of how the day went and the attitudes/poise at which our team approached our newfound challenge. We are looking at this not as a barrier, but as an opportunity to be creative in our practice. I shared a short video with you today via text to give you an idea of how the meetings went.
ACADEMICS
ONLINE LEARNING PLAN
Monday, March 23, 2020, the Pirate Electronic Learning Academy for online learning will open as the newest rendition of education in our school district's history. Teachers will begin calling parents tomorrow to share the news about how we will educate our students using our online platforms. Below is a sample of our expectations:
Please spend the next few days preparing your E-Learning plan which we will launch on Monday should we still be in a state of closure. Below is an example of our additional expectations beyond the time they will spend online with teachers:
Grade PreK: Primary Focus Literacy/Numeracy
- Weekly SMORE with lessons and activities in literacy/numeracy that includes storytime and movement.
Grades K-2: Primary Focus Reading/Math
- 45 minutes per subject per week on i-Ready individualized learning path
- 45 minutes per subject per week on teacher assigned i-Ready lessons that align to your current pacing guide
- 30 minutes of independent reading
Grades 3-5: Primary Focus: Reading/Math/Science
- 45 minutes per subject per week on i-Ready individualized learning path
- 45 minutes per subject per week on teacher assigned i-Ready lessons that align to your current pacing guide
- 45 minutes STEMscopes (Science)
- 30 minutes of independent reading
- Google Classroom to support additional standards-based instruction
Grades 6-12: Primary Focus All Content Areas
- 45 minutes per subject per week on i-Ready individualized learning path (6-8)
- 45 minutes per subject per week on teacher assigned i-Ready lessons that align to your current pacing guide (6-8)
- 45 minutes STEMscopes (6-8, BIO)/Social Studies
- 30 minutes of independent reading
- Google Classroom, ZOOM, and/or Edgenuity to support additional standards-based instruction
STUDENTS' PERSONAL EFFECTS & SCHOOL SUPPLIES
The schools are making arrangements for parents to retrieve their children's personal items Thursday and Friday of this week. Elementary schools are making supply bags for those who are in need.
TECHNOLOGY
Friday, March 20, 2020, parents will be able to check out a Chromebook to aid in the process. Technology has worked diligently to prepare the devices for our students.
CHILD NUTRITION
Tomorrow is our big day! We will have an opportunity to see our children and parents for the first time since Friday. Arrive at your preferred volunteer site at 10:45 am to help distribute the bags. DES: Parent Car Line/K-8: Bus Line (Boys and Girls Club Side)
FROM OUR STATE SUPERINTENDENT
School Closures: After being in communication with Gov. Tate Reeves and State Health Officer Thomas Dobbs, M.D., the MDE anticipates the governor will make an announcement tomorrow about further school closures. (Note: I paused the announcement of our being off next week to hear from Dr. Wright and the Governor tomorrow. We are hearing that the recommendation may be to return to school after April 17. Please feel free to watch the board meeting tomorrow at 10 am.) Follow this link: https://youtu.be/TNUd2PxvYnQ
STAFF PAY
Both the House and Senate passed legislation to authorize districts to pay all certified and non-certified staff during school closures due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Districts will continue to receive their monthly MAEP allocations. Please click the link to view the bill: http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2020/pdf/HB/1600-1699/HB1647IN.pdf
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COVID-19 RESPONSE UPDATE_031620
Thank you for your support thus far. Today, the leadership team convened to lay out our final plan for addressing the children's continued learning and possibly continued nutritional provisions.
- School Cleaning: Each school is being deep cleaned and sanitized this week.
- Bus Cleaning: All buses were cleaned and sanitized this morning.
- Child Nutrition: We will receive our typical food orders tomorrow.
- Curriculum & Technology: We are now in phase two where we are communicating with small groups of teachers to define their online work.
All offices and schools will be closed tomorrow to allow the administration to take care of their families. We will reopen offices on Wednesday with limited front office staff.
Note: Our site visit is postponed until we reopen.
About Us
Email: cevers@pc.k12.ms.us
Website: https://www.pc.k12.ms.us/
Location: 6457 Kiln Delisle Road, Pass Christian, MS, USA
Phone: 228-255-6200
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