Jarrow Journal *November Edition I* 11/12/20
Reminders:

*CONFERENCE IMPACTS*
Kinders & All Elementary: No School (Friday, Nov. 13)

*THANKSGIVING BREAK*
Half Day: Wednesday, Nov. 25
Toddlers - 11:45 am
Primary through Upper El - 12:00 pm
No School: Thursday & Friday, Nov. 26 and 27
November 12, 2020

Dear Families,

As we enter this season of gratitude we have so much to be grateful for at Jarrow. Our ability to maintain face to face learning has been no easy feat and all credit goes to our parents and faculty who have been incredibly vigilant and honest in an effort to protect our community as best we can. Our children have benefited greatly by having a dependable routine with their friends and the opportunity to not have to endure the full impact of living in the pandemic environment that we are enveloped in. 

Our children have acclimated well to our ‘new normal’ and as we move into the colder months we know some modifications will need to be made. That said, Boulder has beautiful winter weather and our intent to keep our children outside as much as possible is built into our daily routines.

Most of you are aware of the spike in Covid that Colorado is currently experiencing. This spike has necessitated the Governor moving us to Safer at Home level orange. See the Governor’s comments by following this link: 
In collaboration with our local Boulder Public Health Department and our collective determination to adhere to best practices including reporting potential exposures, illness and symptoms, our plans to remain open have not been impacted. I can’t thank you enough for your cooperation. 

As a reminder, if a case is reported from your child’s class, a notification will be sent with the accompanying guidance based on public health requirements. To date we have had no active cases at Jarrow that have impacted our students.

Travel and Gathering Recommendations over Thanksgiving Break for Faculty and Families:

We know many of you will want to spend time with family over the holidays and we understand the hardship that many of you will feel by this imposed separation. Covid fatigue is taking its toll on many of us and we hope that you can find ways to enjoy the upcoming holidays despite the ongoing restrictions.

Please consider the following questions to help determine if you will need to quarantine for up to 14 days. If you answer, “I don’t know” or “yes”, assume your child will need to quarantine:

  • Hosting or attending a gathering of more than 6-10 people from multiple households, unmasked, (to eat and drink), not physically distanced or uncertain if those in attendance were exposed to covid.
  • Any gathering in excess of 10 people whether indoors or outdoors
  • Travel on any public transportation
  • Travel by car that necessitates stops to eat in a restaurant or use public amenities
  • Any other activities that you know of that might elevate your families risk to exposure

* Please be reminded Jarrow is not offering remote options for these quarantine periods unless a classroom or the school needs to close due to an outbreak.

How to Have a Safer Pandemic Thanksgiving

Here is an interesting article from Vox you might find informative: Read more...

As always our goal is to continue to provide a safe, healthy and stable educational environment for our students and staff and to avoid unnecessary classroom quarantines and closures. We appreciate your partnership and help as we navigate this path together. 

In Peace,

Debbie

Jarrow recognizes that a strong community is what gets us through challenging times. Although many of our typical school events aren't possible this year, we still want to support building community at Jarrow Montessori through virtual experiences if there is interest! Please take a quick moment to let us know the types of activities/events you are interested in participating in this year. Thanks for your valuable feedback!
JPA Thanksgiving Project

Donating food to our local neighbors in need is a Thanksgiving tradition at Jarrow Montessori. Although no food will be collected this year, please help us continue our history of giving with Community Food Share!
We’re asking each family to donate $20. For those who wish to give more, it is greatly appreciated. We will be sending home collection envelopes and a flyer with your children today (Lower El & Kinders), tomorrow (Toddler & Primary), and Monday (Upper El). Hand your donations to any staff member during drop-off or pick-up, or if you prefer to give virtually, click here! Thank you!
Our annual coat drive ends on Nov. 20! We're collecting gently used coats, hats, gloves, mittens, snow pants, and boots from baby through adult sizes. Simply hand your bag of items to our teachers and staff at drop-off or pick-up. Thank you!
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3900 Orange Court
Boulder, Colorado 80304
Phone: 303-443-0511