Marion County High School
Return to School Information
for Students and Families
MCHS 2020-21 Student Handbook
Students returning in person should take time to review the In Person Student Handbook including policies, procedures, and important information all students and families need to be aware of.
MCHS Return to School Plan
In addition to our student handbook, we want to provide students and families with information specific to procedures and plans developed to address COVID-19. Please review our plan below. Reach out with any questions or concerns.
Additional Information and Highlights...
If you choose to keep your children enrolled in Distance-Learning, they will be required to continue with Distance-Learning until at least the first re-entry date, which is Wednesday, Sept. 23.
We have several re-entry dates scheduled throughout the year for those who want to transition from Distance-Learning to In-Person instruction.
Students enrolled in In-Person instruction can transition to Distance-Learning at any time.
Students and teachers MUST wear a mask at all times. The only exception is when students are actively eating and drinking,
If a students has a medical exception, documentation will have to be provided.
Students will need a CHARGED Chromebook every day for in person instruction AND distance learning.
Make it part of your nightly routine to plug in your Chromebook so that it is ready each morning with a full charge.
Students will need the following basic supplies for in person learning:
Chromebook (charged)
Chromebook charger
Earbuds (compatible with Chromebook)
Paper and Pencil
Teachers will communicate any additional supplies needed for their courses.
MCHS will help with basic supply needs. Please communicate with us if there is a need.
All students will have the opportunity to eat breakfast each day. Breakfast will be served once a day during Knight Way. No breakfast will be served before school.
No outside food or drink will be permitted. Students may not bring cups in from restaurants.
*Exceptions will be made for students who need to bring their lunch due to dietary restrictions or allergies.
Student MAY bring refillable water bottles. We have fountains throughout the building with touch-less refill stations. Students must use a water bottle with a top that completely removes from the container.
Students with courses at the ATC with Benningfield, Edwards, Clark, Taylor, Gribbins, Gerhardt, Spalding or Sublett will NOT meet in person until September 28. In-person learners in those classes will report to the gym during that block