The district has purchased extra masks in the event that masks are soiled, broken, or lost . However, the district also encourages families to pack their child a second mask, too, if possible.

It would be incumbent on SWSD families to notify the school. The school has no jurisdiction over sports teams or students outside of the SWSD district.

Please note: All of the responses below are being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best job in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility has fallen solely onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Students are required to engage in distance learning daily as it is one of the 180 school days that are required by the NJDOE. The most important task to accomplish is to log-in and complete the attendance question by 8:00 p.m. each day. Student assignments will have due dates. If there are issues with your family schedule and assignment due dates, the District recommends you reach out to your child's teacher. The classroom teacher will be able to work with whenever possible.

Yes, staff will be available. However, staff may be wearing a shield, mask, and possibly gloves depending on the situation.

Please note: All of the responses below are being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best job in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility has fallen solely onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Unfortunately, no sessions can be adjusted at this time. The District has received an abundance of requests for session changes. Requests can not be honored. As indicated on the website, if there is a significant enrollment in distance learning and the district is able to revisit this plan, the district will. However, it will be a fair opportunity for all parents like a district lottery. You can also find a response to this answer by visiting our FAQ page:

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Yes, families will be required to fill out an individual Distance Learning Application for each child. One child may attend the Hybrid Model and one child may attend the Distance Learning Model.

School building leadership are still developing these processes and procedures. All procedures are building specific. As such, this information will be provided to families in summer mailings.

School building leadership are still developing these processes and procedures. All procedures are building specific. As such, this information will be provided to families in summer mailings.

Please note: All of the responses below are being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best job in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility has fallen solely onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

The District can not guarantee any specific communication plan as each scenario is situation dependent and will be guided by the NJDOH.

For example, individuals are contagious two days prior to being symptomatic. If the last time someone was in school was a Tuesday and they became symptomatic on a Sunday, that may impact the directive per the NJDOH regarding how the school district will provide notification.

What I can tell you is that all of this is medical information and as such - the District will follow all directives and guidance provided by the NJDOH. Every family of every student identified via contact tracing will be contacted directly from the school on behalf of the NJDOH. We will partner with the NJDOH in the contact tracing process. This is one of the many reasons why we are limiting student movement. Individuals not contacted were deemed not to have been exposed per the NJDOH and are not required to quarantine. Only individuals who are contacted as having been exposed will be required to quarantine.

Every situation is situation specific. The NJDOH will be coordinating all next steps. We will utilize our district physician, too, as needed. The District has a meeting scheduled with our District Physician the week of August 3rd to review processes and procedures, too.

Please note: All of the responses below are being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best job in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility has fallen solely onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Updated as of 8/3/20: All students will be required to wear a mask at all times unless a medical issue prevents them from doing so. The District is awaiting additional clarification at this time.

Please note: All of the responses below are being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best job in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility has fallen solely onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Recess is optional for classes, but it is available. If a parent prefers that their child not engage in recess with their class, please advise the classroom teacher.

Please note: All of the responses below are being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best job in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility has fallen solely onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

The District is still in our scheduling process at this time. We will be engaged in scheduling throughout the beginning of August as we account for students participating in Distance Learning. Children enrolled in Advanced Math will receive Advanced Math. A child will not be expected to forgo an advanced opportunity as a result of their learning modality preference (Hybrid or Distance Learning). The District will work to ensure this opportunity will be afforded to all students enrolled in Advanced Math and/or Pre-Algebra.

No. Teachers will engage in whole class lessons, small group lessons, individual support sessions, etc. when supporting students in a live situation via Zoom or Google Chrome. Teachers will not remain on Zoom or Google Meet for the entire day. Students will be provided with a blend of asynchronous instruction and synchronous instruction. This means that teachers will present pre-recorded videos of the teacher teaching/presenting a lesson and teachers will assign student work accordingly. Teachers may follow up with a live small group session, Q and A or check-in. Teachers will also present lessons to students live using Zoom and Google Meet. Students will be assigned work accordingly.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Teachers work a traditional work schedule between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. (depending on the building). Teachers will establish a structured schedule for students. "Hours of instructional time are not defined as a student’s time spent in front of a teacher or in front of a screen, but time engaged in standards-based learning under the guidance and direction of a teacher." (Road Back Plan) It should be expected that the total amount of student engagement time will be approximately 4 hours.

Teachers will engage in whole class lessons, small group lessons, individual support sessions, etc when supporting students in a live situation via Zoom or Google Chrome. Teachers will not remain on Zoom or Google Meet for the entire day. Students will be provided with a blend of asynchronous instruction and synchronous instruction. This means that teachers will present pre-recorded videos of the teacher teaching/presenting a lesson and teachers will assign student work accordingly. Teachers may follow up with a live small group session, Q and A or check-in. Teachers will also present lessons to students live using Zoom and Google Meet. Students will be assigned work accordingly.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Students are required to wear a mask whenever 6 feet of social distancing is not able to be maintained. Depending on the developmental age of the child, students who need assistance with endurance will be assisted in that process; however, we do encourage families to begin to practice this now. Students who refuse to wear a mask out of personal choice will be addressed via the Code of Conduct.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

The District is currently working on a plan to allow for students engaged in the Hybrid Learning Model to engage in learning from home when they are on: quarantine, isolation, and on the days when "in a traditional year" they would be in school but out of an abundance of caution students remain home from school. More information will be shared in the summer mailing.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Speech services will be offered on-site an in a Distance Learning Model. More information will be provided closer to the start of the school year.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Small group instruction can be offered easily in a Distance Learning Model; however, it will be trickier on-site. Students will not be able to sit within 6 feet of one another. The District is continuing to review instructional planning, and more information will be provided closer to the start of the school year.

Gifted and Talented Instruction will be offered. Student work will be differentiated so enriching opportunities will be available when appropriate.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

No. Transportation routes will be identified by residential location.

No. Kindergarten students will ride school buses by residential area - not by grade level. However, Kindergarten students will be seated closest to the bus driver.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

These details are still being planned and outlined by the Curriculum Department. However, in the meantime, below is a general overview of the planning:

The District is committed to raising the bar of what our virtual instruction will look like. Students will have structured schedules and much more online interaction than they did in the spring. The District will continue to utilize Google Classroom as that is what our students will use when we resume full-capacity instruction. Building strong teacher - student relationships will be a focus, and there will be more teacher "face-time." There will be more collegial planning time available. Teachers will provide families with clear communication as to what is to be learned, how it is to be learned, and why it is important. The District will engage in what is referred to as an "Accelerated Learning Model." More timely feedback regarding student work and more on-going monitoring of student learning will be provided in a variety of modalities. Finally, the District will definitely promote creating a fun and creative way for students to learn while promoting engagement and motivation.

Additionally, there will be a committee of various staff members that will meet in August to share ideas, discuss feedback, and collectively brainstorming the best (and most practical) approaches to our new world of instruction. We will be working collectively to provide the best experience for students and families through this trying time.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

The District believes that the start times of each school will allow for time to travel in between buildings. However, at the same time, we do expect an increase in student drop-off this year. In the event there is an issue getting to each school on-time, please contact your child's building principal where you are experiencing the difficulty. Administration will work with our families whenever possible.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

School building leadership are still developing these processes and procedures. All procedures are building specific. As such, this information will be provided to families in summer mailings.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

The SWSD will notify the NJ Department of Health when we become aware of a student or staff member testing positive. (Of course, this is if we haven't already been notified by the NJDOH of same.) The District will work in collaboration with the NJ Department of Health and this includes how communication will be handled. All families will be contacted if their child has been identified, through contact tracing, as an individual who has been exposed. The District will work with the NJDOH, and the District will contact families on their behalf. The District will not, as is required by HIPPA, release the names of individuals who have tested positive.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Notifications will be made only when a someone has tested positive and notification practices will be guided by the NJ Department of Health. Contact tracing will begin once the NJDOH contacts the school district or the school district contacts the NJDOH. The school will contact all families of students identified as having been exposed. The definition of "exposed" is an individual who has been in close contact (less than 6 feet) for a period of 10 minutes or more. Only individuals who are identified as meeting that criteria will be identified as someone being "exposed." NJDOH Protocol Excerpt: "People who you may have casually come into contact with (e.g., passed by in the hall, briefly spent time within a room, shared a short elevator ride), are not considered to be at risk and do not need to be contacted."

Every situation is situation specific. The NJDOH will be coordinating all next steps. We will utilize our district physician, too, as needed. The District has a meeting scheduled with our District Physician the week of August 3rd to review processes and procedures, too.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Students may only remove their mask when they are seated at their desks and ensured a minimum of 6 feet (if not more) away from another student. Masks are encouraged throughout the school day; however, if a child needs a mask break, the only place he/she may do so is when social distancing is adequately provided.

Plexi-glass/sneeze guards will only be provided in situations where a student may be seated less than 6 feet from another person. The District has ordered sneeze guards where appropriate. No order presented to the business office for needed PPE supplies has been denied. The building principals worked with the Director of Maintenance to determine appropriate needs.

Note: PPE is not allowable under Capital or Maintenance reserve. We are exploring the possibility of requesting partial FEMA reimbursement for PPE expenses.

The District has purchased face shields for staff who will be in closer proximity to students, and all staff will be provided with a cloth facial covering.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

At this time, the recently approved calendar is expected to be the school calendar for 2020 - 2021. If the District is ordered to go completely virtual, the District will be ready. The District is already planning for a Distance Learning ONLY Model (Option 2).

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Yes, both physical and technological manipulatives will be used as appropriate. Physical manipulatives will be used by ONE student and ONE student only. Many staff members will pre-bag manipulatives for a specific child. Manipulatives will either be cleaned by the classroom teacher or if the teacher chooses not to clean manipulatives, they will be bagged and provided to our maintenance staff who will clean them on a designated material cleaning day. Until physical manipulatives are cleaned, they may not be shared with anyone other than that child.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

No, temperature screenings will not be done upon arrival to school. No, the district has not done an assessment on households with a thermometer.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

An early dismissal schedule allows time in a teacher's day to interact with students in both groups (A & B) each day. Although teachers often put in many hours outside of their seven hour and 20 minute contractual work day, and the District will respect the 2019 - 2024 collective bargaining agreement.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Social distancing slide #2 states, "students may enjoy time outside for recess / free-play time with their class." Recess is not a requirement as classes MAY choose to hold recess in their schedule for that day. This question is building specific, and the District is confident in the abilities of our teachers and administrators to ensure students are not assigned to areas that may be a challenge for staff to manage. Recess is not mandated as a daily requirement. The 20 minute legal requirement for recess does not apply to shortened days. However, the District recognizes that there is a positive benefit for students to have free play and if it is possible and scheduled, a class may engage in free play. If the weather does not permit classes to go outside for free play, than this will be not permitted on that day.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

The District is bound by contractual obligations and the District is unable to mandate staff to participate in the District Open-House outside of contractual hours. The District works collaboratively with staff to plan for events, and we appreciate all staff who volunteer their personal time to be a part of these events. Most staff members, if they do not have a previously scheduled outside obligation, often volunteer their personal time. However, this is not a contractually mandated event.

No large gatherings will be planned indoors prior to the start of school. Visitors will also not permitted to enter our school buildings until we return to full-capacity status. Swsd staff and students will be the only occupants of our instructional classrooms. Visitors will not be permitted (with the exception of the designated dismissal pick-up area) until the District returns to full-capacity instructional mode.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

The School Safety Specialist, Dr. O'Neil, participated in the School Safety Webinar on July 16, 2020. Districts are still responsible for one fire drill and one safety drill within school hours, once a month. SWSD is still awaiting guidance for how those drills should be implemented.

Excerpt from most recent webinar:

"The Office of School Preparedness & Emergency Planning (OSPEP) will provide training webinars on a monthly basis to suggest a drill to be conducted the following month. Guidance and suggestions as to how those drills can be implemented during the state of the health crisis at that time will be provided during these sessions."

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Per the NJ Road Back Plan: "According to N.J.A.C. 6A:32-8.3, a school day shall consist of not less than four hours, except that one continuous session of two and one-half hours may be considered a full day in kindergarten. District and school policies for attendance and instructional contact time will need to accommodate opportunities for both synchronous and asynchronous instruction, while ensuring the requirements for a 180-day school year are met.....Hours of instructional time are not defined as a student’s time spent in front of a teacher or in front of a screen, but time engaged in standards-based learning under the guidance and direction of a teacher."

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

As always, the District will continue to work with families who receive free or reduced lunch. The District has purchased additional masks for every building in the event student masks become soiled, break, lose, or forget their masks.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Staff are required to wear masks throughout the school day. Some staff may choose to also wear a face shields. Staff who may be working with students who tend to become physical may also wear gloves when engaging in approved therapeutic holds or crisis intervention. Some instructional or testing areas may also require sneeze guards as well.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Teachers received a survey to indicate their interest in teaching in our Distance Learning Program. Staff members who fall into the high risk category but do not wish to participate in Distance Learning will be permitted to use leave in accordance with contract, policy, and applicable law.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Students may only remove their masks for a mask break when they are seated at their desks and seated minimally 6 feet (if not more) from another student. Plexi-glass will be provided in situations where a student may be seated less than 6 feet from another person. The District has ordered sneeze guards when requested by building administration. No PPE order requested by administration for necessary supplies has been denied by the business office. During this process, the building principals also met and worked with the Director of Maintenance to determine building needs.

The District has purchased face shields and masks for staff. All staff will be provided with a cloth facial covering.

Please keep in mind: This information is being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best that we can in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility fell onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

Updated as of 8/3/20: All students will be required to wear a mask at all times unless a medical issue prevents them from doing so. The District is awaiting additional clarification at this time.

Please note: All of the responses below are being provided based on the best and most current information available at this time. Reopening our schools is a dynamic situation that evolves weekly if not daily. The SWSD plan is subject to change, and in fact, we anticipate things will change. The school district has done the very best job in an extremely challenging situation where much of the responsibility has fallen solely onto districts throughout the state. The District will continue to update this website and families as this situation continues to evolve throughout the next several weeks.

June 26, 2020 Guidance: Per the Road Back: Restart and Recovery Plan:

"When social distancing is difficult or impossible, face coverings are required for students, and face coverings are always required for visitors and staff unless it will inhibit the individual’s health. It is necessary to acknowledge that enforcing the use of face coverings may be impractical for young children or individuals with disabilities. ............In a classroom setting where social distancing can take place (e.g., desks are 6 feet apart) or physical barriers are in place, face coverings can be removed while students are seated at desks but should be worn when moving about the classroom. "

Masks are encouraged for students throughout the entire school day; however, if students need a mask-break they may remove their mask when seated at their desks when social distancing is permitted.

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