Principal’s Post
February 26, 2021
Hello,
As you may know, we now have a return date for students. Students in PreK - 2 will return on March 9th and students in grades 3-5 will return on March 15. For the first few weeks, our students will come to school based on their cohort designation. Students whose last names begin with A-L will come on Mondays and Tuesdays; students whose last names begin with M-Z will report on Thursdays and Friday. Wednesdays will remain a virtual day for asynchronous assignments, tutorial, remediation, enrichment, and conferences.
Finally, I hope that you will take the time to read the information below as it provides more info on a return to the building. Also, you will find a return to school video that you are encouraged to share with your student. The video is provided in English and Spanish for your convenience. Thanks so much for your continued support! I hope you have a great weekend.
Best,
Dr. McMillan
Back to School Videos in English and Spanish
A Sneak Peek Inside the Building
Covered Water Fountains in Hallways
Covered Water Fountains in Classrooms
Socially Distanced Teacher Desk
6 ft. Signage in the Halls
Additional Signage to Promote Safety
Cleaning Supplies Provided for Every Classroom and Office
Front Office Station
Socially Distanced Kindergarten Class
Socially Distanced 1st Grade Class
Hand Sanitizer Station at the Entrance to Cafeteria
Socially Distanced 3rd Grade Class
Sanitizing Station for Student Use
Reminders About Returning to the Building
As we plan for a return to the building, please keep the following things in mind:
- Students will not share school supplies.
- Students MUST wear a mask all day.
- Students should have a back up mask in their back pack.
- Students will be required to social distance when in the building.
- Teachers will teach their students concurrently (virtual and face to face at the same time)
- Students will be required to bring their DCSD Device to school every day.
- Students and teachers should NOT come to school if they are ill, running fever, have coughs or runny nose.
- All students should have their own set of headphones
- Visitors and volunteers are not allowed in the building
CDC Recommendations for Wearing a Mask
March 1 - 4.5 Week Progress Reports are available for review
March 12: Virtual Learning Day for all students, Early Release
March 9: PreK-2nd Grade students return based on cohort designation
March 15: Grades 3-5 students return based on cohort designation
Cleaning Supplies
DCSD has supplied all classrooms / offices with the following items:
- Disinfecting Spray
- Sanitizing Wipes
- Cleaning Cloths
- Extra Masks for Student Use
Additionally, the front office has been provided with extra masks for teacher / staff use. If you would like to donate additional cleaning supplies to your child's classroom, feel free to do so.
Testing Update
The testing window for the MAP test will close on Friday, February 26th.
If you have questions about an assessment or the testing environment, please speak with your child's teacher.