On July 30th, 2020 Governor Walz provided direction and guidance to all school districts across the state of Minnesota. Through his guidance we are firming up our plans here at ISD 162. We want to be clear that we are working hard to ensure we can provide a safe learning environment for our staff and students. This is a major undertaking and we will need some help from you.
We have been directed to create three separate plans for the upcoming school year.
In this learning model, schools should create as much space between students and teachers as is feasible during the day, but will not be held strictly to enforcing 6 feet of social distancing during primary instructional time in the classroom. Students and staff will be required to wear a face mask, unless they have a doctor's note or as indicated on the student's IEP/504. Additional measures will be taken to minimize exposure (limiting transition times, no shared supplies/equipment, etc.).
In this learning model, schools must limit the overall number of people in school facilities and on transportation vehicles to 50% maximum occupancy. Sufficient social distancing with at least 6 feet between people must occur at all times. If distancing cannot be achieved in a space or on a transportation vehicle, the number of occupants must be reduced. Schools must also include plans for contactless pick up and/or delivery of meals and school materials for days that students and staff are not in the school building.
In this learning model, students will receive appropriate educational materials and have daily interaction with their licensed teacher(s). It is important to note that distance learning does not always mean e-learning or online learning. It is critical to provide this learning in a format that can be equitably accessed by all students.
If ISD 162 were to open the school year with in-person or hybrid learning this fall, parents still have the option to register their students for distance learning. In order for us to have an accurate idea of how many students we will have in our buildings this fall, we need to begin registration now.
We need every family to register each student who will be enrolled PreK-12 for the upcoming school year this week. There are two links to register. Click on the desired option and complete the form by August 12, 2020.
Please note: During the quarter, students are able to move to distance learning at any time, however they will not be allowed to move back to in-person learning until the end of the 9-week grading period.
Thank you for your continued support as we navigate through this difficult time. If you have any questions regarding the registration process, please utilize the contact information listed below.
Thank you,
Bagley School District
(218) 694 - 6528
(218) 694 - 3120