COVID-19 Communications

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Covington Schools COVID-19 Communications

COVID-19

April 6, 2021

A Message from Superintendent Garrison:

Alvin Garrison

I am pleased to announce that students in Covington Independent Public Schools will have the opportunity to attend school four days a week when they return from Spring Break.

Beginning April 19, 2021, all students in grades K-12 now enrolled in the hybrid learning model will attend in-person classes Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. All students will continue to learn remotely on Wednesdays. In addition, a virtual option remains available for families who desire to stay in the Covington Virtual Academy. However, if you wish for your child to attend in-person, four days a week, please contact your child’s school as soon as possible.

I most certainly thank our students, parents, teachers and staff who have supported our efforts during this COVID-19 pandemic. The well-being of our students and staff has, and will always be, our top priority. Over the past year, the district has adjusted its approach to combating COVID-19 as conditions have improved. This includes having all students attend remotely, to the district’s phased-in approach of some students attending two days a week to some grades, K, 1,2, 6, 12, attending four days a week to now giving all grades the option of attending school in-person four days a week. The latest option is being offered as the number of positive COVID-19 cases is decreasing in the area, and new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control that recommends at least 3 feet, instead of 6 feet of physical distancing in classroom settings.

Covington Schools is prepared to welcome students back to a safe and clean learning environment. However, if conditions change, we may have to adjust again. We all need to do our part to keep our schools open. To support in-person learning, students should adhere to the following guidelines:

Wear a mask/face covering on the bus and during the school day
Practice physical distancing and frequent handwashing
Cover coughs and sneezes
Remain at home when sick

We are excited about having more students in our school buildings. Until then, please enjoy a safe Spring Break and we hope to see your child on April 19.

Warm Regards,

Alvin L, Garrison,
Superintendent

COVID-19 Response Chart

Return to School Roadmap

District Communication

March 12, 2021 Parent Letter - explaining some grade levels return four days a week

February 17, 2021 Parent Letter - explaining return on February 22

January 29, 2021 Parent Letter - explaining return on February 22

September 21, 2020 Parent Letter - explaining return to school

July 24, 2020 Parent Letter - explaining the soft launch

July 24, 2020 Parent Letter - explaining remote learning

Remote Learning Application Form