Falcon Flyer

Guidelines were sent out earlier this week, but here are a few more that pertain to the high school. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Melinda, maholt@blairoaks.org.

Guidelines for Returning to School

• Lunch - Food service staff will key in all lunch numbers to eliminate students touching the keypad. Food service will also give students utensils as they go through the line.
• Water Bottles - Don't forget those water bottles and don't forget to have your student's name written on it.
• Choir - Weather permitting, choir classes will be held outside when singing. Other musical activities will be integrated that don't necessarily involve singing.
• Band - Weather permitting, band classes will be held outside. The classroom will be rearranged to best fit instrument types while also providing social distancing.
• PE - Weather permitting, classes will be held outside. Only 10 students will change in the locker rooms at a time. Equipment will be wiped down in the weight room hourly.
• Classrooms - all students will be facing forward; if students are working in groups, they will be required to wear a mask
• Hallways - staff and students are required to wear a mask anytime they are in the hall - this includes before and after school
• Visitors - we are limiting all visitors to the building; you can still drop off items left at home, but we may have you leave them outside the office

1. Bring charged Chromebooks on the first day.
   
2. Report directly to 1st hour classroom when arriving on campus. Hallways open at 7:30 a.m.
3. Deposit lunch money in the cafeteria but then report to 1st hour.
   
4. Students may eat breakfast in the cafeteria but will be expected to go to their first hour when they are finished eating.
   
5. Bring water bottles; please fill at home. Water fountains will be turned off, but water bottle filling stations will be operational.
6. First hour bell rings at 8:04 a.m. Don't be late!

• Food may not be brought to school and shared with others.
  
  
• No student lunch deliveries will be accepted this year.
  Food cannot be dropped off before or during lunch shifts.
  
  
• Visitors and parents are asked to call the high school office to make arrangements prior to arriving at the building. Non-essential visitors will be restricted from entering the building.

It is exciting to see the construction progress on the new high school. When change comes, we must be flexible and adapt. Middle school staff and sophomores will no longer be able to use the parking lot that previously was located across from the middle school.

Sophomores, please look for an email from maholt@blairoaks.org. I will give you directions from there. If you do not receive an email from me, we do not know that you will be driving so please email me to let me know.

Blair Oaks students enrolled in dual-credit classes will be required to follow the safety protocols of Central Methodist University and State Technical College.

• Students enrolled in Ms. Howland's State Tech classes will be required to wear face coverings in the classroom.
  
  
• Dual Credit Book List
  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KYoVrWGGiCtoQs8vz1CzHRo3UakN2CB6ZR7UmYFfgJ0/edit?usp=sharing
  

What to expect on Monday and Tuesday in dual credit classes:

• Monday - Students taking STCM classes will apply
• Tuesday - Students taking CMU classes will apply.

• You MUST have your social security number - we do not keep these on file.
• You will need a valid parent email address.
• You will be unable to apply if you forget either of these things.
• Once you have applied, parents will receive an email.
• Parents must respond to that email granting permission in order for you to enroll.
• Payment for all dual credit classes will be due by Friday, August 28th.
• CMU will require all payments be made online. You may pay online using ECheck or credit/debit card. Please be aware that if you use credit/debit there will be a 2.75% fee. This is only the case with CMU, not STCM. CMU will offer payment plans which also have a fee associated with them.
• If you have questions or need more information on this, please email Mrs. Shanley, jshanley@blairoaks.org.

The Department of Secondary and Elementary Education has modified some of its requirements for substitute teachers given the potential shortage districts may be facing. If you have a high school diploma or equivalent and complete a 20-hour substitute teacher online training, you can be eligible for a substitute certificate. Blair Oaks R-II currently pays $80 per day to substitute with increased increments for long-term subs.

Here is information from the Department of Secondary and Elementary Education:

https://dese.mo.gov/educator-quality/certification/substitute-teachers

Here is more information about the 20-hour training:

https://www.frontlineeducation.com/pages/resources/modese/

• When: Tuesday, August 25th, 6:00 p.m.
  
• Where: High School Gym (to allow
  

This event is for parents only. The same information will be covered with students during their classes at school. We will focus on preparing your student for post-secondary plans.

The Blair Oaks Booster Club is a non-profit organization that promotes athletic excellence, a positive community image, and competitive programs by providing financial assistance and support to our student athletes, coaching staffs and activity department through fundraising and donation programs.

Your Booster Board for 2020-2021 are:

• Shauna Kerperin, President
• Joy Northweather, Vice-President
• Angie Stockman, Secretary
• Dawn Wilde, Treasurer
• Gregg Boessen, Voting Member
• Matt Kliegel, Voting Member
• Paul Moyer. Voting Member

• Falconwear Sale
• Thursday, August 27, 2020
• Falcon Athletic Complex
• 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Stop by the Falconwear Sale and restock your closet! Falconwear will NOT be sold at football games this season so please share this date with others.

Be on the lookout for a new online Falcon Wear order in the next week or so. We will share the link electronically and post it on the athletic web page.

The Booster Club asks everyone to be patient as adjustments are made to support social distancing and health of all. Everyone in the concession stand will be asked to wear a mask and gloves as well as give one another space; the masks and gloves will be provided. At varsity football games, a concession stand will be offered in the usual location as well as by the press box and by the visitor stands. Parents are asked to work at least 1 time a year per sport their child plays.

2020 Fall Concession Stand Sign-Up

https://www.signupgenius.com/tabs/53170DB07A4C3EA6-blairconcessions

Supporting the Booster Club and volunteering your time at school events are great ways to promote student-athletes and school spirit. Visit the links below to sign-up to be a Falcon Follower or Business Sponsor.

• Be a Falcon Follower!
  Become a “Falcon Follower” for the cost of $25 - $100 per year. A Falcon Follower is a member of the Blair Oaks Athletic Booster Club. Falcon Followers are listed on the sport’s display at the complex and high school gym.
  
  

• Be a Booster Club Banner Advertiser!
  Business sponsors pay $100 to have an advertisement with their logo on it displayed on the sport’s display at the complex and high school gym.
  

Visit Blair Oaks Athletic Booster Club & Falcon Wear's Facebook page. The Booster Club would love for you to "like" their page and follow events shared there. Be the first to know!

Be sure to follow Blair Oaks Volleyball on their new Twitter page!

@BlairOaksVB

https://twitter.com/BlairOaksVB

Blair Oaks uses School Messenger to send time sensitive group notifications of school cancellation and other relevant information. The phone number listed as the student's primary phone will automatically receive announcements. Parents/guardians may select to receive additional messages via phone, text, and e-mail.

Any parent who wishes to make an update to emergency contact information (i.e. cell phone, texting, e-mail address, etc.) will need to install the School Messenger App on their cell phone. The School Messenger Parent Guide provides step-by-step instructions for app installation and usage.

AUGUST:

• 24 - First day of 2020-2021 school year
• 25 - Senior Parent Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

SEPTEMBER:

• 2 - Junior Parent Information Night, 6:00 p.m.
• 2 - Sophomore Parent Information Night, 7:00 p.m.
• 11 - 9/11 Ceremony, 7:30 a.m.
  
• 17 - School Pictures

OCTOBER:

• 8 - Powder Puff Game
• 9 - Homecoming Parade
• 9 - Homecoming Football Game & Central Bank Night Tailgate Night
• 10 - Homecoming Dance

Mission Statement:
Providing a quality education and empowering lifelong learners

Vision Statement:

We envision soaring to new heights through:

Academic Excellence, Character Development, Community Involvement, Leadership and Service

Email: maholt@blairoaks.org
Website: www.blairoaks.k12.mo.us
Location: 6124 Falcon Lane, Jefferson City, MO, USA
Phone: 573-635-8514
Facebook: facebook.com/BlairOaksFalcons
Twitter: @WeAreBlairOaks