COVID-19 Updates – Yavapai Accommodation School District

Computer Checkouts

Computer checkouts are now open to students/parents during office hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm at the District Office located at 2972 Centerpointe East Drive, Prescott. Face masks are required when entering the building.

Calendar Change (see next section for COVID 19 school opening information)

Greetings Yavapai Accommodation School District Families:

Our school calendar has been changed! You can view the updated calendar here. We will be starting school online on August 10th and continuing online until students are allowed to return to the school building. Right now, students might be allowed to return to the school building on August 17th on a modified schedule but this date will likely be pushed to a later date. We will let you know of changes. It is vitally important that all students start online on August 10th instead of waiting until the school buildings open. We are reaching out to find out what immediate needs your family has in order to make online learning doable in your homes. Do you need a computer, a hotspot to connect to the internet, an internet connection in your home, or paper packets? We would like to assist in getting this set up for you as soon as possible so your student is ready to tackle online learning on August 10th when we return. Our reopening plans will be sent to you in the mail soon. You can also find this information on our website and Facebook page in the next couple of days.

If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Kellie Burns directly at 928 642 2109.

Saludos Familias de Yavapai Accommodation School District:

¡Nuestro calendario escolar ha cambiado! Puede ver el calendario actualizado aquí. Comenzaremos la escuela en línea por computadora el 10 de agosto y continuaremos en esta forma hasta que se permita a los estudiantes regresar fisicamente a la escuela. En este momento, se les puede permitir a los estudiantes regresar al edificio escolar el 17 de agosto con un horario modificado, pero esta fecha probablemente sera cambiada otra vez. Le haremos saber de los cambios. Es de vital importancia que todos los estudiantes comiencen en línea por computadora el 10 de agosto en lugar de esperar hasta que se abran los edificios escolares. Hoy Nos estamos comunicando para averiguar qué necesitan en casa para que el aprendizaje en línea sea possible en sus hogares. Por Favor de informarnos si Necesitan una computadora, un punto de acceso para conectarse a Internet, una conexión al Internet en su hogar o paquetes de trabajo en papel que los profesores haran para los estudiantes? Nos gustaría ayudarles lo mas antes posible para que su estudiante esté listo para abordar el aprendizaje en línea el 10 de agosto cuando regresemos. Pronto le enviaremos nuestros planes de la form que se va abrir la escuela de nuevo por correo. También puede encontrar esta información en nuestro sitio y página de Facebook en los próximos días.

Si tiene preguntas, comuníquese con la Sra. Kellie Burns directamente al 928 642 2109.

Survey of Student Needs

Please answer this brief survey to let us know if your student needs additional equipment or accommodation in order to move forward successfully with our COVID 19 opening plan.

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COVID-19 Pandemic School Reopening Plan

See previous updates

YASD will begin on August 10th VIA Scenario Three: ONLINE MODEL until we are allowed to reopen the buildings to students. Please see more information below.

Upon reopening the school buildings, we will likely shift to Scenario Two: HYBRID MODEL.

Plan Information
Guidelines Categories	Scenario One: Traditional Model All Students Return	Scenario Two: Hybrid Model: Distance Learning / Physical Attendance	Scenario Three: Online Model Online Instruction Only
Present Risk Level and Opening Levels:	None to minimal risk. All School Buildings Open.	Minimal to moderate risk. School Buildings Open at Limited Capacity.	Substantial risk. School Buildings Closed to Students.
Student attendance location:	All students attend school on school campuses	Combination of: Attend in person on campus two (2) days per week as scheduled by the school. Attend online two (2) days per week as scheduled by school.	All students online attendance only with the exception of Mid-terms and Final Exams. Students must take mid-term and final exams proctored by a staff member. Arrangements will be made based on need.
Required hours of attendance:	Standard YASD attendance: 4 days per week (Monday – Thursday), 20 hours per week	Combination of: 1. Physical/In person: Two days per week, 4 hours per day (40% in person) Students to be assigned sessions (see School Session Times in next table cell) Online: Two days per week, 6 hours per day (60% online)	All online: Four days per week, 20 hours per week all online. Students must log in and participate in online classroom instructional lessons as provided by their teachers.
School Session Times: (Staggered Scheduling)	Standard YASD Sessions: Aspire: 1 session only 8:00 AM – 1:00PM Transition: 1 session only 8:00 AM – 1:00PM YCHS: 2 sessions 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM and 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM	All Campuses: 4 Sessions offered on all campuses (pending student enrollment numbers) Students will be assigned ONE session on ONE campus only. Session 1: Mondays and Wednesdays only 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM Session 2: Mondays and Wednesdays only 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM Session 3: Tuesdays and Thursdays only 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM Session 4: Tuesdays and Thursdays only 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM	No sessions. Students attend online only. Students must log in and participate in online classroom instructional lessons as provided by their teachers.
Special Education Services:	Standard YASD Special Education Services will be provided.	Students will receive Special Education service hours during their scheduled session, in-person seat time and through online platforms as needed.	Students will receive Special Education services through online platforms to include but not limited to ZOOM, Google Classrooms and other platforms as needed.
Health Protocols:	Visual Checks: Symptomatic students sent to the office. (Coughing, sneezing, headache, sore throat, congestion/runny nose, shortness of breath.) Masks optional.	Temperature checks before entering building. Visual Checks: Symptomatic students sent to the office, isolated and sent home immediately. (Coughing, sneezing, headache, sore throat, congestion/runny nose, shortness of breath.) Masks encouraged.	No students allowed in the building except on scheduled exam dates as needed/requested. Appointment required. Temperature checks. Masks required.
Social Distancing Protocols:	Social Distancing where possible. Limited mass gatherings.	All students seated at least 6 feet from each other in classrooms. Small class sizes. Controlled movement and limited gathering. (bathroom breaks, lunch breaks, etc) Physical barriers installed as needed. Physical guides installed as needed (tape on floors, etc)	Students only on campus to take mid-term and final exams. Only one student in building at a time. Appointment required.
Sanitation Procedures:	Increased nightly disinfecting. Promote healthy hygiene practices. Increased access to hand sanitizer and sanitation wipes. Gloves and masks available.	Increased nightly disinfecting. Promote healthy hygiene practices. Deep sanitation of entire buildings weekly. Disinfect frequently touched surfaces between sessions. Increased access to hand sanitizer and sanitation wipes. Gloves and masks required for cleaning.	Deep sanitation of entire building weekly. Deep sanitation in areas used by students for exams. Promote healthy hygiene practices. Increased access to hand sanitizer and sanitation wipes. Gloves and masks required for cleaning.
Communication Plan:	School Messenger phone calls Website announcements YASD Facebook page Email US Postal Service Signs as needed	School Messenger phone calls Website announcements YASD Facebook page Email US Postal Service Signs as needed	School Messenger phone calls Website announcements YASD Facebook page Email US Postal Service Signs as needed
Technology:	Standard YASD technology available in classrooms.	Standard YASD technology available in classrooms. Students in need of devices or online access should notify the school for assistance.	Students in need of devices or online access should notify the school for assistance.

COVID 19 Updates for YASD

6-29-2020 – Governor Ducey, Executive Order Update

We have just been told that the Executive Order issued by the Governor today allows schools to open as usual but delays starting in-person classes until August 17th. Distance learning and AOI programs could be provided. We have been told that this will allow districts to pay employees and would allow district calendars to start as scheduled and not require extra days to be added to the calendar.

Governor Ducey, Superintendent Hoffman Announce Extension Of School Closures Through End Of School Year

News Release

March 30, 2020

PHOENIX⁠ — Governor Doug Ducey and Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman today announced the extension of Arizona school closures through the end of the school year. The extension follows updated guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and an announcement from the White House extending physical distancing guidelines until April 30, 2020.

Governor Ducey and Superintendent Hoffman released the following joint statement:

“In alignment with yesterday’s updated federal guidance, today we are announcing the extension of school closures through the remainder of the school year. Today’s announcement is intended to give parents and educators as much certainty as possible so they can plan and make decisions. While this isn’t the outcome any of us wanted, we are grateful for the partnership of schools around the state, who have stepped up to offer virtual and take-home learning opportunities for our students. These efforts are crucial, and we recognize that schools are making every effort possible to continue providing instruction during closures. We also thank our legislative partners for passing legislation ensuring all educators and staff see no disruption in pay. Our number one priority will continue to be health and safety, and we will continue to work closely with public health officials to make the best decisions for kids, families, and our school communities.”

On March 27, Governor Ducey signed legislation to support schools during closures, ensure school letter grades are held harmless, suspend statewide testing requirements, ensure school days are not extended into the summer, require learning opportunities for students to continue, and ensure teachers and staff see no disruption in pay as a result of COVID-19.

That same week, the Governor joined Superintendent Hoffman to launch Arizona Enrichment Centers, which will offer childcare for first responders, critical healthcare workers, and essential public sector workers, including child safety workers.

Additional information about meals for kids, childcare, special education considerations, learning resources for families and educators and more can be found at azed.gov.

Today’s announcement applies to Arizona public schools, both district and charter. Private schools are required to remain closed in alignment with federal guidance recommending closures through at least April 30, 2020. School leaders have the option of announcing closures through the end of the year, or waiting for additional guidance.