K-5 Returns to In-person Learning
Dear University School community,
Throughout the past several weeks we have worked diligently with our administrative and medical advisory team to determine the best operational plans for our school, particularly as they relate to the return of students. The decision has been made to move our Kindergarten through 5th grade students to a 4-day in-person schedule (M, T, TH, F) beginning Monday, February 15. Families will still have the option to remain full-virtual or to transition to full-virtual. For those wanting to transition to full-virtual, we ask that you please complete and return the attached remote contract to the school office by emailing it to Mrs. Deidre Carter (carterd@etsu.edu).
As a result of this transition, it will require us to move to a recommended 3ft distancing in the classroom for our K-5 students. All other cleaning and safety protocols, including the requirement to wear an approved face covering, will remain the same. For students in grades 6-12, all current social distancing (6ft) will remain in place in a hybrid format. As with all operational plans this year, any decision to adjust the schedule based on current data and advisement from our administrative and medical team could still occur for all grade levels
Communication from our K-5 teachers will follow this notification with further details to assist with the logistics for this transition. We know this year has been a challenging one for us all in many different ways. In reaching this decision to return our K-5 students, multiple factors were considered. We greatly appreciate your flexibility and understanding as we continue to create a safe learning environment for our students and staff. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Drs. Partin and Day
University School Administrative Team