“Rejoice in hope, be patient under trial, persevere in prayer.” Rom. 12:12
Dear Families,
Over the past months a team at St. John the Baptist Church and School has been working on a reopening plan for the 2020-21 school year. Our plan to reopen our school following the closure in March, caused by the COVID-19 Pandemic, has been through conscientious consideration and guidance from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, the Sheboygan County Health Department, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.
We thank you for your flexibility, understanding and patience as we have worked to develop a comprehensive plan that is an appropriate fit for St. John the Baptist Catholic School. I invite you to view our plans, which include details of precautions we are taking, and safety measures we have in place in preparation for opening school on September 1st.
As always, the safety of our students, staff and community is a top priority, while maintaining an effective learning environment focusing on the social and emotional well-being, and quality education that all students deserve. That said, we do not have all of the answers as of yet. Information, guidelines, recommendations and mandates are ever changing as more is learned about COVID-19. Therefore, we may be required to update plans at a later date.
A special thank you to those who submitted feedback through the family survey and the School Advisory members who provided questions that parents may have. Additionally, thank you to the teachers who provided their input and insight into our school reopening plans.
The teachers and I have spent time this summer in preparing for all models of instruction and are looking forward to meeting the students. I am an email or phone call away should you have any questions or concerns as the reopening of school approaches. Prayers that your family is staying healthy and well!
Yours in Christ,
Amy Nelson
