July 27, 2020
Dear Parents and Families,
The school year begins next week on August 6, 2020 with some changes. I want to introduce myself to you. My name is Rita Bunch and I was hired to be the superintendent on July 9. I look forward to being a part of Zion School and partnering with you to ensure your child(ren) has a very successful and safe school year.
The school has posted a Return to School Plan to the school website and app. The plan will inform you of other changes for the upcoming school year. One significant change is drop-off and pick-up areas. Each student will be required to have a mask. Parents and visitors will only be allowed in the building through the front office and will be required to wear masks. Please refer to the plan for other important procedures and protocols for students returning to school. The Return to School Plan is subject to change and will be updated based on the guidelines the school receives from the OSHD and SDE. Please check for updates and contact the school with questions and/or concerns.
The following information is provided to help prevent the transmission and spread of coronavirus.
The virus, like many other illnesses, is spread between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet) via coughing or sneezing. The same good health habits that prevent other viruses like the flu, also prevent the spread of coronavirus and decrease the risk of getting sick:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, with 60% alcohol, if soap and water are not available.
- Cough into a tissue or your elbow (not your hand), then throw tissue away and wash your hands.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid contact with people who are sick and stay home when you are sick.
- Keep students home if they are running a temperature or they report not feeling well or appear weak or ill.
- Consult your healthcare provider if you or your child has health conditions that put you at increased risk.
Additional guidance provided to districts from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on prevention, planning, and how to respond to coronavirus can be found on the CDC website.
We all have a role to play in keeping students, staff, and families healthy and safe. You can help by staying informed, practicing good hygiene, and staying home or keeping children home if they have been running a fever or are exhibiting signs of a fever.
We are committed to keeping you informed and working with you to keep our school community safe.
Sincerely,
Rita Bunch