Dear FVS Community, 

 

I’m writing with what I believe will be received as good news. After working closely with the El Paso County Department of Health to determine a path forward, our intention is to end quarantine and return to in-person learning on Tuesday, October 20, pending no further negative developments with our current situation.

 

The School’s Medical Director, together with El Paso County’s epidemiologist, have evaluated the data we’ve collected through contact tracing and timelines of all involved, and they have determined that we may safely return to an open campus on Tuesday. 

 

I want to acknowledge what seems like a lack of transparency in what we’ve shared here and thus far, as well as the questions I’ve received requesting further details so that individuals may better evaluate their risk. Though I understand and empathize with this desire, we cannot share any further information without breaching our obligation to maintain HIPPA compliance. We have worked closely with the County and our Health Center team to communicate with affected individuals and help them manage risk on an individual basis. I must ask for your trust here, but also hope that you will understand that protecting the privacy of those involved is critical to ensure that no additional stress is placed upon them. 

 

That said, next Wednesday, October 21, I will host a Virtual Town Hall for parents from 6-7 p.m. I invite you to submit your questions in advance using this link, and I will do my best to respond as able. One of the topics already slated will be a discussion of the role that testing can play in maintaining the health and well-being of our community, and I hope you will join us. Further information can be found here. 

 

We will continue with our current plan and distance learning class schedule noted below through the end of day, Monday, October 19. 

 

 

On Tuesday morning, day student buses will resume (separate email following shortly RE: updated schedule,) the dining hall will reopen beginning with breakfast, and we will return to our normal daily schedule. 

 

I want to reiterate that this timeline is dependent upon no negative developments; however, this is a factor that we CAN influence. We must continue to be vigilant in protecting ourselves and our community by reporting ANY symptoms in an honest and timely manner, wearing a mask consistently and properly, and practicing proper hygiene. 

 

I hope this news will provide a goal toward which to work and that this message will provide a lift for all involved. I’m proud of the work we’ve done and will continue to do as we rise to this challenge and those that lie ahead. I see our core values embodied each day in this community, and I am honored to work in partnership with you. 

 

With Gratitude, 

 

William Webb

Head of School 

Fountain Valley School of Colorado

6155 Fountain Valley School Road 

Colorado Springs, CO 80911