Shenandoah Community School District

Time 2020-07-13 06:08:04

Web Name: Shenandoah Community School District

WebSite: http://www.shenandoah.k12.ia.us

ID:23866

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News TabHighlights TabBanners TabTab dropdown toggleReturn to Learn - Four Level Response to COVID 19Shenandoah CSD is currently developing a comprehensive online platform for delivering instruction and assessing student learning that will be used in the event the District is required to close due to COVID 19 or another type of emergency. It will also be a teaching tool to support student learning in the classroom setting when we are learning on site.Allstudents will berequiredto participate. This model of instruction is referred to asrequired continuous learning.The District has developed aFour Level Response to COVID 19plan that we intend to implement to help us make decisions about our school learning environment. The District has classified our current response as a Level 2 COVID 19. However, the designated level is subject to change as new information is learned and if the extent of the spread of the virus in our local area changes. The District will continue to use guidance from the Iowa Department of Public Health and Page County Public Health and also consult with the administration from Shenandoah Medical Center and the City of Shenandoah as decisions are made.The District plans to start school on August 26th as scheduled with students on campus using the Level 2 COVID 19 response. This decision means several health and safety measures will need to be in place to make this possible. Please keep in mind the information we are receiving changes frequently. Decisions made today may change as more or different guidance is provided.Level 1 COVID 19implies alow levelof risk. All students in grades PK-12 will attend school in person. Most school operations, activities, and athletics will proceed as usual. There will be increased efforts to sanitize the buildings continually.Level 2 COVID 19suggests there is amoderate risk. All students in grades PK-12 will attend school in person. Accommodations will be made for students who are unable to attend in person due to health concerns or other related circumstances. Students who cannot attend in person will participate in required continuous learning online, small group instruction, and/or participate in alternate locations to receive specialized instruction. Some paper learning packets may also be assigned. Some school operations, activities, and athletics will be canceled, postponed, or adjusted to meet the necessary health and safety standards. IHSAA and IHSGAU guidance will be used to determine the extent to which students may engage in athletics and the District s procedures.An application process for required continuous learning online will be made available to students and families who may need accommodations for health concerns or other related circumstances.Special attention will be given to social distancing when feasible. Defined procedures will be provided for using face coverings as allowed, handwashing, monitoring illness, and disinfecting the buildings. The District strongly recommends the use of face coverings and hand sanitizer. These items will be made available for students and staff. Level 3 COVID 19demonstrates there is asignificant risk. The District will prioritize having students in grades PK-8 attend in person to the extent possible. High School students will continue to attend in person. However, if we are required to meet mandated distancing directives, it may be necessary to reduce the number of High School students in the building at one time. Rotating or alternate schedules will be developed if it is required to meet these standards. Details will be provided when more information is available to work with to make this type of decision.Many operations and most activities and athletics will be canceled, postponed, or adjusted to meet the necessary health and safety standards. IHSAA and IHSGAU guidance will be used to determine the extent to which students may engage in athletics and the District s procedures.Special attention will be given to social distancing. Defined procedures will be provided for using face coverings as allowed, handwashing, monitoring illness, and disinfecting the buildings.The District strongly recommends the use of face coverings and hand sanitizer. These items will be made available for students and staff. Level 4 COVID 19indicates there is asevere risk. Schools will be closed, and all students will participate in required continuous learning from home.Most, if not all, operations, activities, and athletics will be canceled, postponed, or adjusted to meet the necessary health and safety standards.read moreElementary and Middle School School Nurse Requirements 2020-2021Preschool: birth certificate, immunization record, dental screening, and lead screeningKindergarten: birth certificate, immunization record, dental screening, vision screening, and lead screening3rd Grade: vision screening7th Grade: Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis (Tdap) and Meningococcalvaccination. There is no provisional period to implement this requirement, meaning students will be sent home on the first day of school. This is a state requirement.Please contact our school nurse, Kristy O Rourke, atorourkek@shencsd.comwith any questions.Certificate of Vision ScreeningCertificate of Dental Screeningread moreSchool PermitFollowing the completion of Driver s Education, a student and parent/guardian need to complete an application for a school permit. This form must be completed prior to seeking a signature from Dr. Nelson. Paper copies of these forms are available in the entryway of the Administration Office at 304 W. Nishna Rd. This building is open 8AM-3PM Monday through Friday. The fields that need to be completed are highlighted in orange. If the student lives less than one mile from the school, a statement describing the circumstances that create a need for the student to obtain a school permit is required when seeking approval. Please bring a photocopy of the student s Instruction Permit or our office staff can make a copy.Once the form has been signed by Dr. Nelson, the form will need to be taken to the DMV. The Shenandoah site on Wednesday is currently closed. The Clarinda site is open by appointment only. You may call (712) 542-5322 to request an appointment at the Page County Courthouse. The Sidney site is also open by appointment only. You may call (712) 374-2122 to request an appointment at the Fremont County Courthouse. Applications can also be submitted electronically by emailing the completed application to remote.issuance@iowadot.us. It is requested that you include your phone number in the email, as you will receive a call to complete processing. The electronic process can take up to 14 business days to complete.For more information, visit the Iowa DOT website here.School Permit Formsread moreShenandoah High School Class of 2020 CommencementWe are honored to virtually present Shenandoah High School Class of 2020 Commencement. Shenandoah Community School District wishes each graduate success in all their future endeavors!!read moreShenandoah High School AwardsWe are proud to present the Shenandoah High School Awards Night honoring the Class of 2020Shenandoah Community School DistrictCommunity School District304 West Nishna RoadShenandoah, IA 51601PH: 712-246-1581Fax: 712-246-3722TwitterThe Shenandoah Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service areas: Agricultural Science, Automotive Technology, Business Education, Family Consumer Science, Health Science, and Industrial Technology. It is the policy of the Shenandoah Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s Equity Coordinator, Aaron Burdorf, JK-8 Principal & Equity Coordinator, Shenandoah CSD 601 Dr Creighton Cir, Shenandoah, IA 712-246-2520, burdorfa@shencsd.com.

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