Dear Hoban students and families,
This afternoon it was announced that Summit County changed to Orange according to the Ohio Public Health Advisory System. Regrettably, as a result tomorrow, Friday September 25, only FRESHMEN and SENIORS will be on campus.
This news is exceedingly disappointing for all of us but especially so for our sophomores and juniors. As we communicated last week, we were hoping all students would be on campus for Mum Day. Still, we must remain consistent with the health and safety protocols that guide Summit County as put forth by the health department.
The class of 2021 has spent countless hours planning and preparing for their day to lead this tradition. Below you will read specific details about the day for each grade level.
SENIORS
Seniors are welcome to arrive at campus no earlier than 6:40 a.m. to prepare for their traditional lining of the driveway. Seniors have been directed to enter the building, put all belongings in their lockers and first period classrooms. They are then to return promptly to the parking lot and distance themselves on the marked spaces. Any senior who disregards instructions during morning drop off (e.g., not following social distancing, touching cars, etc.) will be required immediately to leave the parking lot and go to class.
JUINIORS AND SOPHOMORES
All assignments will be posted on Canvas for students to complete with due dates at the end of the day on Friday. This is a self-directed learning day for juniors and sophomores so they will not be required to Zoom into class.
FRESHMEN
Freshmen are advised to allow additional time to enter the building tomorrow. Parents who drop off students are asked to follow the instructions given by Akron Police, keep the line moving and only drive through the drop off line one time. For the safety of all, please do not take photos or videos while driving.
Following classes, all students will be directed to move to Dowed Field for the Mum Day assembly. Students will be given strict instructions about socially-distance seating at the stadium. Any student not following appropriate guidelines will be asked to return to the building and will face disciplinary action. The assembly will end at approximately 2:15 p.m. with students being dismissed for the day at approximately 2:30 p.m. All parent pick-ups will occur at the school - parents are not permitted to attend the rally at Dowed Field nor pick their students up at the field.
For those not on campus tomorrow, we will livestream the Mum Day assembly. Please check your Hoban student email or the Hoban website for the link. The assembly will begin at approximately 1 p.m.
A reminder to all students and families participating in watch parties for the football game on Friday evening: Please gather in appropriate, socially distant and safe manners. We want to ensure the health and safety of all the Hoban family both on and off campus. Let’s all do our job to keep everyone safe!
Sincerely,
Dr. Emily Ramos
Principal
Mr. Tim Lucey ’97
Associate Principal and Dean of Students
