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The following is an update from the district regarding the plans being put into place to assist families and employees during the COVID-19 situation. At the time this was distributed, there are no confirmed COVID-19 cases in Republic. As a reminder, the district will be closed through April 3, 2020. We invite you to visit https://www.republicschools.org/healthupdates for the latest information from Republic School District.
Below you will find some new, updated and repeated information from the previous communications.
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UPDATED: What will learning look like in the coming weeks?
As stated before, we understand that school can not be replicated. However, our district is developing resources to support students in their learning while we are closed. Teachers and staff are meeting virtually this week to develop alternative learning options for students that will be deployed for the week of March 30.
If you have not yet, expect to hear from your student's teacher(s) by Friday, March 27.
NOTE: Please make sure we have an updated email on file! Login to the SISK12 Parent Portal to view what we currently have listed.
We have created a framework for elementary learners that essentially includes an activity for each subject area every day that will be pushed out weekly to families. Teachers will use the
communication platform (email, Seesaw, Dojo, Smore, etc.) that they've been using all school year to get this information to you. This school work is considered "optional" for our students, but is a way to keep your student on track and growing academically during this time. For those without internet access,
CLICK HERE to request printed packets of work that can be picked up from your home elementary building. As a reminder, our building parking lots have wifi access, and additional wifi access points are in the graphic below.
Secondary families received overall information from Mr. Overstreet (HERE) and Mrs. Dishman (
HERE) on Monday, March 23. In addition, individual teachers will be reaching out about specific coursework. Work will primarily be done on Canvas, the district's learning management tool that has been in place for several years
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As a reminder, all secondary students have personal school-issued Chromebooks to use for this work.
If you need assistance logging on to Canvas visit CLICK HERE.
Suggested learning activities will be provided daily for each course a student is enrolled in. Scores on these activities will be to the benefit of the student and will not negatively impact their academic standing in the course.
We are awaiting guidance in regards to A+ and university/college partnerships.
For those without internet access,
contact your RMS or RHS teacher(s) to request printed packets of work that can be picked up from school.
Teachers will be available to provide feedback on student work throughout this time.
As a reminder, our building parking lots have wifi access.
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Virtual Spirit Week March 23-27
During these uncertain times we are working to create ideas and opportunities to engage with our families, students and employees. We invite you to participate in our virtual spirit week March 23-27!
Send us your pictures in a private message on one of our social media pages and we'll share them out! Watch for other engagement opportunities coming your way soon! #repmoproud #spreadspiritnotgerms
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NEW: Office Hours During COVID-19 Closure
During this closure buildings and facilities will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. We are making our offices available by phone and by appointment for our patrons, but are doing so with limited numbers of employees on a rotational basis.
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NEW: Event Updates
All district events through the end of April have been postponed or canceled. Below are a few specific events on this list:
*Kindergarten Registration & Preschool Enrollment: We have postponed kindergarten screening dates scheduled to begin next week along with preschool registration that was originally scheduled for March 28. When new dates are determined we will get that to you.
*ROAR Run: The annual ROAR Run 5K and 1 mile run/walk event set for May 2, 2020 has been canceled for this year.
*RHS Prom: The junior/senior RHS Prom scheduled for April 11 has been postponed, and will be rescheduled for another date. As details are established they will be shared.
*At this time RHS graduation is planned to take place as planned on Sunday, May 10 at JQH Arena.
**Republic Youth Volleyball Camp: The Republic Youth Volleyball camp scheduled for March 30-31 has been canceled. Contact [email protected] for refund information.
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UPDATED: Free Lunch & Breakfast Distribution S
TARTS MARCH 25 & 30 FOR MOBILE
Republic School District will be providing free, daily grab-and-go food lunch and breakfast (for the next day) pick-up at Republic Middle School beginning Wednesday, March 25 and other designated locations across the community (scheduled/locations below) starting Monday, March 30 for any Republic school-aged children. This service will be available Monday-Friday. Once we are able to gauge participation and need, we will work to expand offerings.
To assist us in planning for this service, please fill out the form below as soon as possible if you plan to participate.
Car line at Republic Middle School (BEGINS MARCH 25): Open 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Please follow the arrows on the map to the back of the building for food pick-up. Stay in your car and food items will be brought to you.
Mobile Locations (BEGINS MARCH 30): School buses will be delivering grab-and-go style lunches and breakfast (for the next day) Monday-Friday from approximately 11:00-11:30 a.m. at the below locations. Simply come up to the bus and a food bag will be given to you. Please avoid congregating in large groups in these areas.
Alpine Village
S. Lewis Street in Battlefield near the Prairie Oak Village Apartments
Old Stone Apartments
Hines Street Pharmacy
Calvary Baptist Church
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NEW: Community Resources
Republic area churches and organizations are mobilizing to provide various resources for citizens. The below graphic outlines the current list of options, but further details (and a larger print list) can be found at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2565440833561912/.
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Childcare for Healthcare and Emergency/First Responders Available
Republic School District is offering free childcare for healthcare workers and emergency/first responders during their work hours who reside in the Republic School District while school is closed. Operating hours will be
Monday through Friday of each week beginning Monday, March 23 between 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. at McCulloch Elementary. Kindergarten through 8th grade students can participate. Only those pre-registered using the form link below will be accepted.
Snacks will be provided each day. Monday, March 23 and Tuesday, March 24 participants will need to bring their own lunch. However, beginning Wednesday, March 25 the district will provide a free lunch option for students. We do suggest that students with food allergies bring their own meals.
This service is designed for those working at hospitals, medical facilities, or blood banks who are directly engaged in the handling of the COVID-19 response during the time they are needed at work. We are asking that individuals refrain from using this service unless they are directly involved in the COVID-19 response actions at a medical facility. These restrictions will allow us to have the capacity to best serve our medical community in fighting COVID-19.
DETAILS:
Location: McCulloch Elementary. 234 E. Anderson. Please enter through the second set of double glass doors on the west side of the building.
Contact: STRIPES 360 Office 417-735-3778. On the day of program 417-350-3385
Hours of Operation: 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Monday - Friday
Activities: Students will enjoy STEAM activities (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics), free play, group games, team builders and other special activities.
Cost: This service is being provided free of charge by the Republic School District and STRIPES 360 staff.
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Childcare is contingent on children being fever-free for 24 hours without the aid of fever reducing medications. All staff members and children will have their temperature checked prior to entry by a school nurse. In addition, a school nurse will be on site throughout the program day.
**We check photo identifications daily. No student will be released to leave with someone who refuses to show identification when asked. This is for your child's safety. Please communicate with anyone on your approved pick-up list to bring identification.
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New: April 7 Board of Education Election Postponed
The Greene County Clerk's Office has notified the district that the previously scheduled Board of Education election on April 7 has been moved to June 2, 2020. Current Board of Education members will remain in service until the June 2, 2020 election.
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No State Testing this Year
As stated by President Trump today and yesterday by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, there will be no state standardized testing (MAP and EOCs) for this school year.
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Medications at School
Parents who need to pick up their child's medication should contact the school building to coordinate a pick-up time and location. School buildings will be locked down over the next few weeks and only planned visitors will be allowed to enter.
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Visitor Restrictions
All school buildings and facilities will be closed to visitors during this closure. If you need to visit any of our facilities for any reason, please contact us in advance to arrange plans.
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For questions or comments please contact me via
email or by calling 417-732-3605.
Sincerely,
Josey McPhail Director of Communications
Republic School District |
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