In Person Instruction Returns
Marshall Street School & Job Development Program
- A message from Principal Sarah Stare
- Return to Learn In-Person Instruction
- School Day Hours
- Ipads
- Wellness & Electronics Policy
- School Safety Procedures
A note from the Principal
Students & Families,
We are very excited for the return to in-person instruction option beginning on September 16, 2020 for students of Marshall Street School & Job Development Program. Staff is working hard now to prepare for the arrival of students and ensure a smooth transition back to our school building.
I want to commend each of you for your efforts for your hard work and dedication to Distance Learning that began on August 31. While distance learning has presented us some challenges we have also seen many successes from students, parents, teachers, and service providers finding new ways to connect and engage students. I personally have been pleased to see the efforts and have enjoyed visiting "virtual classrooms" to see students.
I want to assure you that as we move back into in person instruction your child's care, welfare, safety, and security remain our top priority. Additionally at this time parents may still elect to continue with distance learning and your child's teacher will continue to work with you to ensure instructional delivery.
I encourage you to review the information below and frequently asked questions. As always, please reach out to us should you have specific questions or concerns that we can help address.
Take care,
Sarah Stare
Principal
School Day Hours
*As a reminder all IEP meetings are currently being held virtually and specific information will be provided to you as needed to access meetings.
ipads
Cell Phone Policy
As a reminder, students will not be permitted use of a cell phone during the instructional day. Please reference the document below to help answer common questions related to these guidelines.
Violation Protocol
1st offense: Warning
2nd offense: Teacher contact with parent
3rd offense: Admin contact with parent and confiscation of phone until the end of the school day
Violations after the 3rd offense require a parent conference with the school team to develop a personal intervention plan to support.
Student Lockers
* All school supplies will be provided by the school.
Health & Safety
When families opt-in to attend school during stage two, they agree to follow all of the health and safety protocols. Please refer to the WCPS Return to Learn Plan pp. 44-49 for Health and Safety and pp.60-65 for Operations and Logistics protocols. Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) staff and families are expected to follow these protocols to promote a safe and healthy learning environment during the COVID-19 pandemic.
General Screening
Following Health Department Guidance, WCPS will not be checking temperatures of staff and students. We expect families & staff to conduct daily home screenings before attending school.
If you are sick, you are to stay home and consult a physician.
- If you or anyone in your household has had COVID-19 symptoms, please report to the health room before going to class.
- COVID-19 symptoms include fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
If your physician prescribes self-quarantine or diagnoses a COVID-19 infection, you should contact responsecovid19@wcps.k12.md.us.
Face Coverings
Face coverings are required to be worn throughout the school day. This includes all time in WCPS buildings, on buses, and in vehicles.
If a student/staff forgets a face covering, a cloth or disposable mask will be provided to them.
All face coverings should cover the nose, mouth, and chin properly. If the school determines that the face covering is not adequate, a cloth or disposable mask will be provided to the student.
Staff will initially approach wearing a face covering as a learning opportunity to help students adjust. If a student refuses to wear a mask, an administrator should be notified immediately.
If a student/staff member is medically unable to wear a face covering, they must provide medical documentation for review by the school health staff. School health staff will confer with their manager and the WCPS health coordinator to make a determination of additional safety precautions that may be required.
This must be communicated to the school and staff a minimum of 48 hours before the student/staff member may attend school in person.
*For additional school specific guidance, please reference the MSS & JDP FAQ document below.
Social Distancing Plan
VISITORS
*Please note that at this time ONLY WCPS employees , students, and approved contractors may access the school building. No visitors or guests will be permitted beyond the main office vestibule or anywhere in building. When signing in or out, parents/guardians may wait in our new vestibule area in the main office.
Marshall Street School & Job Development Program
Email: staresar@wcps.k12.md.us
Website: http://marshallstreetschooljdp.weebly.com/
Location: 1350 Marshall Street, Hagerstown, MD, USA
Phone: 301-766-8214
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mssjdp/
Twitter: @marshallstjdp