Schedules in all learning scenarios are still being created and will be shared by August 14.
The school board will make the final decision on how school will start this fall during its board meeting on August 13.
The board will meet Monday night to review the district's 2020-21 school plan.
If coronavirus cases increase or decrease, we may need to shift to a different educational scenario based on the state’s guidelines.
Districts officials say they are currently reviewing options and guidelines for reopening schools this fall that were released by the state
SoWashCo planning teams have spent the summer working on the most complicated scenario – hybrid learning.
The South Washington County Schools District wants input from parents and guardians.
Hybrid learning is just one of three plans being considered for schools this fall.
'Face coverings will be required for all students (in grades K-12), all staff and anyone present in a SoWashCo building.'
Feedback from focus group participants allowed us to identify five main themes to consider in a school-year plan for fall 2020.
Minnesota Department of Education is scheduled to announce the plans that all schools will follow during the week of July 27.
Dr. Jacobus originally communicated to the school board his intent to retire at end of his current contract once it expired in June 2021.
'Ms. Braun takes over for Michelle Barries who accepted a new position in sunny California.'
Of the more than 130,000 responses statewide, 64 percent of families say they are comfortable sending children back to school this fall.
'He is adept at guiding teachers and staff to identify absent narratives in curriculum.'
To help with the planning process, we are requesting staff and families to participate in an anonymous survey until July 7.
SoWashCo Schools appreciates your patience as we continue our planning to ensure the health and safety of students and staff this fall.
Online school seniors from across the state are recognized in virtual ceremony, graduate ready to move on to next challenge
The national honoree will be announced in October, in coordination with National Principals Month.
'I will be attending the University of Minnesota where I will be studying biology and playing football.'
'The ability for a student to end their high school career by walking across the stage for their diploma is an important event.'
South Washington County Schools is offering meal options to anyone under the age of 18 or those enrolled in our Next Step program.
'My biggest challenge will probably always be overcoming my doubts. It's hard to trust yourself completely and push through setbacks.'
'We must continue conversations about race that includes examining our practices and removing obstacles towards systemic inequities.'
South Washington County Schools, like districts across the state and country, modified the traditional grading system.
'The most important thing I’ve learned in school is to get the job done whatever it may be and to get it done right.'
South Washington County Schools and your child’s high school are busy planning for the virtual graduation ceremonies.
'I’m planning to study economics and computer science at Stanford University this fall!'
'My greatest academic challenge so far has been Credit Recovery.'
The other three food pick-up sites of Crestview Elementary, Lake Middle School and Woodbury Elementary School will remain the same.
Food delivery requests are reserved for families who do not have transportation or those who have a medically fragile child.
A number of changes were made based on feedback from students, families and teachers during the first phase of distance learning.
'My plan after high school is to be a 3rd generation sprinkler fitter.'
"I will be attending Princeton University in the fall, and studying Civil and Environmental Engineering."
Meals will also be provided through weekend food packs through the SoWashCo CARES foundation for families in need.
The extension of distance learning is an opportunity for us to evaluate what is working as we enter into May.
"The unity and sense of community in the word right now gives me hope."
As the world grapples with the new coronavirus crisis, U.S. News & World Report is continuing its work on evaluating education.
Presented by the St. Paul Athena Awards Program, this recognition is named after the goddess of wisdom and skills, Athena.
"Our goal is for students to work independently while families create a structure that works for their child’s daily routine."