August 1

Dear Parents,

As we are moving closer to the commencement of school, we are continuing to monitor the data and follow recommendations from the Maricopa County Health Department. I am resharing the document pertaining to the safe re-opening of the school as we made some minor changes. Last year we worked tirelessly to follow guidelines and put together a plan which kept us in person from September to the end of the school year. Thankfully there was no transmission at the school. The safety of the school children is our top priority. Our plan will change in the future as we continue monitoring the data and meeting on a weekly basis to determine the safest way to keep the children in person while maintaining a healthy environment. 

Additionally, to be clear we are not asking the vaccination status of any of the parents or students; therefore, if the students are indoors working face to face on a project or sharing a microscope all will be asked to put on a mask. 

When the children are outdoors- this includes entering and exiting school, recess, PE, switching classes, etc. they will not have to wear a mask.

Please review “Smart, Healthy Holy, A Home & School Partnership”- August 2021.

If you have not already, please sign up for Meet the Teacher Sign Up Link this coming Thursday, August 5th and Friday August 6th. There is paperwork that needs to be completed prior to your child starting on Tuesday. 

We are in need of Used Uniforms for the new and many returning families. Please take a few minutes to see what you child has outgrown and either donate or tag the uniforms and drop off next week. The earlier in the week, the better as the Used Uniform sale is Thursday and Friday.

It is Safe Environment Training Renewal Time! If you wish to volunteer at the school you must complete the renewal process. It takes about 20 minutes. If you have not done the initial course, it is a 2 hour process but you are able to do it from the comfort of your home. You will not be able to volunteer at the school without this completed. 

It was so nice to see so many new families at New Family Night this past week. I am excited to get the school year started. 

Sincerely,
Dr. Shewbridge