KCSD & Me: News update

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Dear KCSD community,

As of July 6, social distancing and masks are welcome but no longer required in our schools and district buildings. This applies to all summer school programs and bus routes.

The state has lifted COVID-19 restrictions, and the Oregon Department of Education’s new guidance, effective June 30, recommends but no longer requires the wearing of face coverings or physical distancing in schools. The updated Ready Schools Safe Learners document for the 2021-22 school year is advisory, which allows local districts to determine best practices for their students and schools.

The district will continue its cleaning and disinfection protocols in all buildings and hand sanitizer stations will be available at school entrances. Hygiene etiquette will remain an important prevention tool for students and staff. We also want to remind parents to keep children who are not feeling well home from any school programs or activities.

As we did this past year, Klamath County School District will work with Klamath County Public Health in determining how best to move forward. Our plans are to return to a normal school year schedule with full-time, in-person learning without face coverings and other restrictions.

The best way to ensure this happens is to continue to practice health protocols – washing hands, covering coughs, and staying home when you are sick. Vaccination is considered the most powerful tool for stopping the spread of COVID-19. Everyone age 12 and older is eligible for a free vaccine. If you have not yet, consider getting vaccinated this summer.

We will update our staff and families in August. Enjoy the rest of your summer!

Respectfully,

Glen Szymoniak

Superintendent

Klamath County School District

The school district will offer its free Grab-and-Go meal programs this summer. Meals are provided to students attending our summer school programs and also are available for pickup by all students. See below for details or click HERE for a flyer.

• ANNUAL REPORT: Our KCSD annual report for the 2020-21 school year will be available in mid-July. Look for a link on our website. Printed copies of the 12-page report will be at the District Office and available at various locations around town.

• NEW WEBSITE!! In August, we plan to launch our newly designed website. We are excited about its features and believe families will find it easier to navigate. It also will include some fun features, and allow us to showcase our schools and students.

• COMMUNICATION SURVEY: We want to know how best to get information to you. Look for our survey in August on our website and on social media.

Inspiring Today's Students To Meet Tomorrow's Challenges

Website: www.kcsd.k12.or.us
Location: 2845 Greensprings Drive
Phone: 541-883-5000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KlamathCountySchoolDistrict
Twitter: @KlamathCountySD