COVID

2020-2021 School Year: We are staying safe

As Weld RE-4 makes decisions about children returning to school, we are considering the full spectrum of benefits and risks of modified traditional, hybrid, and off-campus learning options.*

Learning Models


A modified traditional schedule includes having all students back at school with some modifications. Green	A hybrid model (a rotating schedule of in-person and off-campus learning) applies when physical distancing protocols limit the number of students allowed in school. Yellow	Off-campus learning occurs in the event of an isolated or widespread outbreak or when a stay-at-home order is issued. Red

*Learning model may vary by grade level

American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief

On Thursday, March 11, 2021, the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act was signed into law. It is a package of assistance measures, including for the ARP Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER) Fund. Funds are provided to State educational agencies and school districts to help safely reopen and sustain the safe operation of schools and address the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the Nation’s students. This webpage contains the Weld RE-4 School District’s plan for a safe return to in-person learning. If you have comments about this plan please email engage@weldre4.org.

Weld RE-4 Goals

Protecting the health and safety of students and staff
Opening schools and remaining open

Resources

What is known about the signs and symptoms, burden, and transmission of SARS-CoV-2 among children? (CDC link)

COVID-19 cases reported by U.S. states. (CDC link)

Symptoms of coronavirus. (CDC link)

What to do if you are sick. (CDC link)

Stay home if you might have been exposed to COVID-19. (CDC link)

When and How to Wash Your Hands. (CDC link)

How to wear cloth face coverings. (CDC link)

	Face Coverings Face coverings are required Face covering "breaks" will be provided during the day Dress code policy will apply Review CDC guidance on the use of cloth face coverings Face shields may be used in addition to a face covering Contact your school regarding medical exemptions		Home Health Screening NEW Review Weld RE-4 daily, at-home screening guidance here Staff and parents are asked to check for symptoms of COVID-19 daily. If any of the symptoms are present, staff and students are prohibited from attending school until they are symptom free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medicine
	Cleaning Frequently touched areas will be disinfected on a regular basis Each classroom will be provided disinfecting products to use as needed. Learning surfaces will be disinfected in the classroom between class periods and at the end of the day HVAC filters are being updated to Merv13 In a hybrid model, buildings are deep-cleaned on Wednesdays		At School Temperature Screening Each staff and student will have a quick temperature screening upon entry If an elevated temperature (100.4 or higher) is identified, the staff or student will go to a designated area for a re-test If the elevated temperature persists, parents will be notified and the student sent home. Staff will be sent home Temperature readings are not recorded and facial recognition is not used to determine body temperature
	Transportation Students and drivers must wear face coverings at all times Seating will be limited to two students per seat Students will have assigned seats based on stop Each bus will be cleaned with an ionizer mister solution after morning and afternoon routes		Specialized Classes Music, art, and physical education classes will still take place at the elementary, middle, and high school levels Classes will follow best practices to keep students safe in these environments. If guidelines dictate, the content and delivery will be different than in previous years. In our learning models, guidelines for interventions and services to students will occur, but may look different
	Technology Elementary: Chromebooks will be assigned for individual use in-school and available to take home in hybrid and/or off-campus learning models Secondary: Chromebooks will be assigned to students for use and take home		Off-site Learning & Travel Field trips and other activities outside of school are temporarily suspended and will resume if/when restrictions are eased Out of state and international travel is temporarily suspended for students and staff and will resume if/when restrictions are eased Students and staff are encouraged to attend conferences and events virtually
	Vaccine Program Outreach Weld RE-4 staff and students receive vaccinations through the district's partnership with UCHealth and Banner Health January - March 2021 Weld RE-4 notified staff members about their eligibility to receive a vaccination aligned with the phases of Colorado's vaccination program. In April 2021, Weld RE-4 high schools notified students that teenagers 16+ would be eligible to be vaccinated starting on May 1, 2021 and shared information about how to make an appointment through UCHealth.

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COVID

2020-2021 School Year: We are staying safe

Learning Models

American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief

Weld RE-4 Goals

Health & Safety Precautions

Guidelines

Resources

Weld RE-4 School District