August 12, 2021

Dear Chagrin Falls Schools' Community,

Last evening, the Chagrin Falls Board of Education voted to approve the District’s Opening Plan for the 2021-22 school year. This plan will take effect on August 19 and is meant to guide families, staff and students as we return to our school buildings.

I encourage you to review the full 2021-22 opening plan by clicking here. 
Components include vaccination, hand washing protocols, physical distancing measures, mask recommendations and requirements, school sanitizing practices, symptom assessments, and other considerations.

The masking recommendations and requirements that have been approved include:
Chagrin Falls Schools is committed to the safety of our staff and students as well as keeping our school community informed. We will continue to monitor cases and our community spread on a regular basis. We will revise our plan as needed and use our 2020-21 protocols as an emergency plan should we see a drastic change in our data. Please ask your building administrators if you have any specific questions related to the opening plan. 

Chagrin Falls Schools has earned a reputation for academic excellence and providing diverse educational experiences to maximize each student’s potential. I am excited and committed to build upon this strong foundation and ensure our students have a safe learning environment as we continue to navigate what feels like round two of COVID-19 and the pandemic. Our administrative team and staff are committed to doing whatever is necessary to ensure all students can excel.

I look forward to working with you to ensure the highest quality educational experience for all of our students and school community.

Kindest regards,

Jennifer Penczarski, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Chagrin Falls Exempted Village Schools