These will be regularly reviewed by the Leadership Team (with consultation by the Task Force). We are flexible; this is a dynamic document and changes will occur as needed to ensure the safety of all students and staff. On that note, we ask for your patience, as we know that many of the policies, protocols and procedures in this plan add time to the day.
To keep the risk of transmission low, we are adhering to the recommended 6 foot distance between students and the teacher. Once families register for in-person learning we will then determine how many classrooms and teachers are needed to meet this guideline. Therefore, once in-person learning begins, it may be difficult to accommodate additional students who had previously opted for remote learning. Families in remote learning who later wish to change to in-person learning will need to contact the Primary/Middle School Director in writing.
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Prior to any student coming to school for in-person learning, parents must pre-screen their children at home using the COVID-19 Screening Form in the Veracross Parent Portal. Parents are required to show confirmation of form submission upon arrival at drop-off.
If any of the screening questions are answered YES, indicating the presence of student/ household symptoms or contact with a suspected COVID-19 Case, DO NOT BRING ANY STUDENTS TO SCHOOL.
Instead, follow these procedures:
Our school policy reflects our ongoing commitment to maintaining the health and safety of our students, staff and community. We must all work together to keep our school open for in-person learning.
If any member of a SJS staff or student household has a suspected case of COVID-19, tested positive for COVID-19, or has been in close contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case, the school must be notified as soon as possible at health@stjosephsea.org. You will be contacted by a COVID-19 Supervisor, asked clarifying questions and given further instructions regarding the next requirements and steps towards returning to school.
COVID-19 SYMPTOMS determined by King County Department of Health:
If a student or household member develops symptoms, everyone in the household should stay home. We highly encourage you to follow up with your healthcare provider and schedule COVID-19 tests for your entire household. At a minimum, we recommend having the symptomatic household members be tested. Testing provides both peace of mind and information for the school. In addition, negative testing can speed up the return to school.
Negative Tests:
Positive Test or No Tests:
If your child was in close contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case, he/she must quarantine/remain at home for 14 days from last date of exposure. They must still quarantine for 14 days even if they test negative for COVID-19. This is because it may take up to 14 days for the virus to incubate after a high-risk exposure.
A close contact anyone who has been within 6 feet of a person infected with COVID-19 for a COMBINED total of 15 minutes or more within a 24-hour period. The use of cloth masks or face shields by the COVID-19 positive person or contact does NOT change the close contact definition.
The following protocol applies to out of state (and in-state travel if you meet/travel with others outside your household), as well as, non-essential and essential travel.
Prior to arrival, it is mandatory for parents to complete the COVID-19 symptom checklist, and be ready to show confirmation upon arrival.
With the increased number of students coming to campus for in-person learning the morning arrival times will change effective Wednesday, February 17. This change is to ensure the safety of students, staff and community members while minimizing traffic congestion on 19th Avenue.
Thank you very much for submitting your orders each week by 3:00p.m. on Thursday.
Prior to arrival, it is mandatory for parents to complete the COVID-19 symptom checklist, students and/or parents must show confirmation upon arrival.
When on campus the whole grade will act as a cohort group and will take breaks together. Students will be in cohorts by last name and day of the week for when they will be on campus. Students will be placed in multiple classrooms for further smaller cohorting but will still interact as a whole grade.
Walkers may only enter the Middle School building from the Main Lobby Entrance from 8:00a.m. - 8:40a.m.
With the increased number of students coming to campus for in-person learning the morning arrival times will change effective Wednesday, February 17. This change is to ensure the safety of students, staff and community members while minimizing traffic congestion on 19th Avenue.
If a parent is dropping off both a Primary School student AND a Middle School student staggered arrival time based on Driver’s last name:
All Middle School students who are dropped off in the parking lot must enter the building using the Lunchroom Stairwell Door (south end of parking lot across from Wyckoff Gym)
Thank you very much for submitting your orders each week by 3:00p.m. on Thursday.
All students who walked to school will use the Main Lobby Exit once dismissed for the day. Students are to remain socially distanced and wearing masks. Students will not be admitted back into the building once dismissed.
All families will receive a laminated sign to put in the dashboard of their car to help quickly identify the driver. If you need additional signs please contact the Main Office.
No parking will be allowed - if a student is not outside ready for pickup, we will ask cars to please drive around the block and re-enter the parking lot.
5th Grade Dismissal: 12:30p.m.
6th–8th Grade Dismissal: 3:00pm (M, W, TH) / 2:00pm (T)
6th-8th Non-Exploratory Students Dismissal: 2:15pm (M, W, TH)
No parking will be allowed - if a student is not outside ready for pickup, we will ask cars to please drive around the block and re-enter the parking lot.
Monday - Thursday will be in-person learning on campus.
Friday will be remote learning for all students and 12pm dismissal.
*Exploratory Programs may have variations and will be communicated by program instructors
SJS will continue communication with families through Veracross.
The Learning Resource Center will continue to provide service to students. The LRC will work remotely with students 1:1 and in small groups. Advanced Learning will work with students in small groups remotely.
At this time, there will be no before and after school care
Our intention is to use in-house substitutes
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Outdoor Areas
Following CDC and King County Health Department recommendation:
Outdoor areas, like playgrounds in schools and parks, generally require normal routine cleaning, but do not require disinfection.
Disinfecting Products
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