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PARENT GUIDE TO BCS REOPENING OF SCHOOLS
FAQ: SCHOOL REOPENING OPTIONS AND REGISTRATION
Under every option the superintendent and school board chooses, students will receive credit for attendance. If the traditional learning option is chosen, students will be marked as present or absent. If the blended option is chosen, students will be marked as present or absent on the days assigned to the building; and on the days when they are learning remotely (at home), students will be marked as “All Day Other.” If students do not participate that day (meaning they do not log onto their device and work on assignments), they will be marked as “not participating.” This is will help to track engagement. If the remote learning option is chosen or if a parent chooses the BCS Virtual School option, students will be marked as “All Day Other.” If students do not participate that day (meaning they do not log onto their device and work on assignments), they will be marked as “not participating.” This is will help to monitor student engagement.
For students who are required to quarantine, those students will be marked as “All Day Other” and “COVID-19 positive” or “COVID-19 Exposed.” This will not be counted as an absence. Students in Dropout Recovery, Fast Track, or Temporary Placement, will be allowed to work remotely if requested, but their progress will be evaluated every nine weeks. If students are not meeting the minimum hourly expectation or credit expectation, they will be required to switch back to the superintendent’s chosen options (traditional, remote or blended).
BCS is very committed to ensuring our parents and communities stay informed about the decisions the district is making to keep all students and staff safe related to school reopening. The district will provide updates through various online platforms to include (district website, school webpages, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter); robocalls, emails, texts and mail. Additionally, parents will have an opportunity to engage with the superintendent through various virtual community meetings. Finally, the district will have a Parent Academy website designed to provide parents with resources for supporting their child’s learning while at home. There will also be a portal for parents to ask questions and receive expedient support and feedback from district staff.
FAQ: WELLNESS
Yes, all students and staff will be required to wear face coverings while in the presence of other individuals.
Yes, BCS will observe the social distancing guidance from public health officials as best possible. These recommendations will be observed in the classroom, cafeteria, gym, restrooms, and all other common areas of the school and on school transportation.
Q: How will attendance by monitored in the Blended, Remote or BCS Virtual School models?
Q: How will the district keep parents informed about district updates and changes?
Q: Will face coverings be required if BCS chooses the traditional or blended options for school reopening?
Q: Will students be required to observe social distancing while at school or on school transportation?
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