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CPSD’s School Re-Opening Plan
The Clinton Public School District's Board of Trustees   approved a plan during the July board meeting to reopen campuses to students for the 2020-2021 school year.

Superintendent Dr. Tim Martin presented the  Return to School Plan  to the board, recommending a  hybrid start  to the school year.

The Return to School Plan addresses daily procedures and safety protocols for campuses throughout the district.

For more information, visit  www.clintonpublicschools.com .
A Video Message from Dr. Tim Martin
A  video message   to parents and students is available on the Clinton Public School District's website.

The video addresses the district's plan, concerns parents may have, virtual learning and protocols to be used during this time.
Registration & Meet the Teacher Information

Parents are encouraged to register their child online, completing all Infosnap information prior to  August 3.

For August  Registration/Meet The Teacher information , visit the  Registration & Meet the Teacher Page  on the  Return to School  section of the CPSD website.
Frequently Asked Questions

A  Frequently Asked Questions  section is available for parents and students that may answer any questions or concerns.

Parents are encouraged to look through the FAQs  to see if the answers to their questions are already present.
Return to School Forms & Downloads

CPSD has put all the  Reopening forms  parents may need on the  CPSD site .

Parents may access the Virtual Student Form, Return to School Verification Form and Downloadable versions of the Return to School Presentation as well as the CPSD Detailed Plan.
August's Hybrid Schedule

The 2020-2021 school year will begin with a hybrid start, going  from Aug. 13 through Aug. 28.

Students will be separated into two teams by last name, Team Clinton (A-L) and Team Arrows (M-Z).

The first day for Team Clinton will be  Aug. 13.
The first day for Team Arrows will be Aug. 14.

For more information, visit the  CPSD website.
Virtual Student Requests

Parents may opt for their child to remain virtual-only but must provide medical documentation and must complete the  Virtual Student Request Form .

While long term virtual instruction is an option for students in unique situations, it does not serve as an equitable alternative to the traditional classroom setting.

For more information, visit the  CPSD website.
Back to School Information

For all  Back to School  information like supply lists and school contact information, visit the Back to School  section of the CPSD website.

Any parent who has not registered their student can do so through our  Online Registration Portal .
MASK MANDATE UPDATED IN MORE COUNTIES ADDED IN NEW EXECUTIVE ORDER
Essential Workers
PRESS CONFERENCE AT 2:30 P.M. WITH GOVERNOR REEVES
WHO: Governor Tate Reeves
WHAT: Press Briefing on COVID-19 Response
WHERE: State of Mississippi Woolfolk Building,  501 N West St, Room 145, Jackson, MS 39201
You can also view the press briefing live on our Facebook page  here .
NOW IN EFFECT

Governor Tate Reeves Extends Safe Return Order and Adds 10 Counties to Stricter Measures to Protect Public Health
JACKSON  — Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced that he has extended his Safe Return and county-specific executive orders, adding ten counties under the tighter social distancing measures to help limit transmission and protect public health.

Consulting with Dr. Dobbs and our state health experts, ten additional counties were identified as localized regions with spikes in cases and at higher risk for transmission: Bolivar, Covington, Forrest, Humphreys, Panola, Sharkey, Simpson, Tallahatchie, Tate, and Walthall Counties. They join 13 other counties that have been under the additional restrictions for the past week.

"COVID-19 is spreading and killing in our state. It's not a hypothetical—it is happening," said Governor Tate Reeves. "Today, I've extended our executive orders to mitigate the threat, adding 10 counties to the list of those with stricter measures in place."

Both executive orders are extended for an additional two weeks  until 8:00 AM on Monday, August 3, 2020 .

Total list of counties now affected below:

  • Bolivar
  • Claiborne
  • Covington
  • Desoto
  • Forrest
  • Grenada
  • Harrison
  • Hinds
  • Humphreys
  • Jackson
  • Jefferson
  • Madison
  • Panola
  • Quitman
  • Rankin
  • Sharkey
  • Simpson
  • Sunflower
  • Tallahatchie
  • Tate
  • Walthall
  • Washington
  • Wayne

The new executive order officially establishes additional restrictions for the counties listed above to slow the spread of COVID-19, including requiring people to wear masks when at public gatherings or in a shopping environment and limiting social gatherings to no more than 10 indoors and 20 outdoors.  
 
Last week, Governor Reeves stated: "Mississippi is in a fight for our lives. COVID-19 is an ever-present threat, and we are in the middle of a spike. It is putting a strain on our hospital system," said Governor Tate Reeves at a press briefing. "Today, I am announcing a new order which places tighter restrictions on thirteen counties that are seeing greater risk than others. Make no mistake. The risk is present everywhere. It is most visible in these counties."

To find out more about this new executive order that is now in effect, please refer to the links below!
Mississippi Business Emergency Operations Center (MSBEOC)
MSBEOC - Online Platform of Information Sharing Throughout the Business Community During Response and Recovery Events
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency launched its virtual Mississippi Business Emergency Operations Center (MSBEOC) back in April. The Clinton Chamber is sharing details about this initiative in case you missed learning about this valuable platform that continues to help our state as our coronavirus number spike.

The website  www.msbeoc.msema.org  will serve as a way for businesses that would like to contribute to the fight of COVID-19 or any natural disaster to register with the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency .
The MSBEOC provides disaster-specific communications from MEMA to registered members to coordinate private-sector businesses. It connects those who need resources with resource providers during response and recovery from an emergency or disaster event.

MSBEOC is open to any business or organization, there is no cost to join.

Purchases made through the MSBEOC will be on a case by case basis. Registering with the MSBEOC does not qualify your business as a vendor for the state of Mississippi.

This site is only in its beginning phase. In the next phases of the website, MEMA’s MSBEOC will be an exclusive source of information for businesses to chat with one another online during disasters. This communication will give business owners the ability to discuss their needs, who can help and how soon that help can arrive.

Multiple states across the country operate a business emergency operation center. MEMA will serve as the coordinating office to put those in need with the resources that are necessary in recovery.

If you’re already a vendor with the state of Mississippi and have supplies that could help with the COVID-19 fight or other disasters MEMA encourages you to register with the MSBEOC or email MEMA at Private.Sector@mema.ms.gov
More Important Recent Business Resource Updates
Mississippi PPE Provider Database

Governor Tate Reeves has announced a new database website for Mississippi companies providing PPE resources! http://www.ms-ppe.org/
Important MS Dept. of Employment Security Unemployment Updates starting July 25th!

Attention all businesses and employees—updates to statewide and federal unemployment claims/procedures will occur starting July 25th! Please review their website for more information.
Leadership Clinton Nominations Now Open for 2021 Class!
Nominations for 2021 Leadership Clinton Class Being Accepted Now
The Clinton Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the Leadership Clinton Class of 2021. Leadership Clinton is a comprehensive educational program designed to tap a diverse base of emerging leaders and develop them into informed and motivated community participants. In making this announcement, Committee Chairman George Broadstreet stated that “there is no more vital or important activity sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce than Leadership Clinton .”

Program objectives include:

  • To select individuals who have demonstrated leadership potential through job-related and community activities.
  • To train participants by further developing their leadership skills.
  • To raise awareness of the challenges and opportunities facing the City of Clinton and the surrounding area.
  • To motivate participants to respond to our challenges by developing “hands-on” projects that will enhance the quality of life in Clinton.
  • To provide a network of leaders in Clinton who will be actively involved in helping promote the City and be better prepared to solve the complex issues that will develop in the future.

Chairman Broadstreet went on to say, “While we certainly highlight the positives of our community, we do not gloss over the challenges that confront us. The mission of Leadership Clinton is to identify committed individuals from a cross-section of the community. They must be willing to work together, want to be informed citizens, and have a strong desire to be equipped for service.”

Anyone may apply or nominate someone else for participation in Leadership Clinton . Businesses, civic groups, churches, and other organizations are encouraged to nominate and sponsor candidates. The 2021 Class of Leadership Clinton will consist of up to twenty participants, ages 25 and over, who either live, work or have some other relationship with Clinton that would warrant their participation in this intensive program.

Participants will commit to a 2 day-long (Friday & Saturday) retreat in early January and one workday per month from February through June 2021. Tuition for Leadership Clinton will be $450. All applicants should also understand that participation will require commitment and time.

A confidential application is required for each nominee/applicant to obtain information necessary for a decision by the Selection Committee.

See below for more information or to apply/nominate someone!
Clinton Chamber Youth Leadership is now looking for SPONSORS!
Calling all businesses! Clinton Chamber Youth Leadership is now looking for $500 sponsorships! This is a wonderful opportunity that will help support upcoming young leaders within our community! Please contact the Clinton Chamber TODAY at pr@clintonchamber.org or by calling (601) 924-5912. For more information about CCYL, visit our website!
Hinds Community College’s “Technology in Agriculture Field Day” Workforce Class
Hinds Community College is hosting this agriculture workforce class on Friday, July 31st. Due to Governor Reeves new COVID policies, the registration maximum has been reduced to 20 participants. Sign up today! Call Lee Douglas at 601-526-1394 or email John.douglas2@hindscc.edu
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