Dear Parents,
In recent days, we have been prayerfully and responsibly monitoring the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, including the recent developments in the state of Ohio.
We are thankful that at this point children are not at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19 infection, but still want to take steps to properly prepare if a time comes when it is required for us to move to a short-term, virtual learning mode.
To do this, we will be closing school to students on Friday, March 13, including Homeschool Academy, in order to hold a day of professional development for our faculty on virtual learning.
We are proud of the steps we have taken as a leadership team in the past few days to stay on top of this outbreak and understand its potential impact on our community. Our goal is to be as prepared as possible, and we believe that this professional development day is a strong step in that direction.
We are also evaluating upcoming events that will be held on our campus, and will alert you if and when it is decided to change those plans.
We continue to work closely with state and local health departments to keep abreast of the situation, and to seek their advice on the decisions we are making. As a parent or guardian, you play an important role in helping to maintain perspective and calm with your student.
One thing is for certain, we live in an uncertain time. Unknown viruses, political changes, and economic strain are just a few ever-changing components of our world right now. Thankfully, as image bearers of Christ, we have the hope of something greater.
I encourage you to choose each day to set aside the temptation for fear, and in its place embrace the security we have in Christ.
Blessings,
Dr. John S. Gredy
DCS Head of School
