We, as a school, thought it would be helpful to send you a special "Wingspan" today with some updates and info that you will need for the next two weeks.
Let us remember that our Lord is Lord over all, including COVID-19. Our hope is in Christ and He tells us in Scripture to not be afraid or discouraged because He will be with us. Let us be faithful in prayer for our country, leaders, community and school.
COVID-19 Closure Frequently Asked Questions
SCHOOL ACCESS What do I do if my student needs access to his/her locker?
Contact the applicable campus office and they will assist your family.
Can my student practice with his/her athletic team on or off campus?
No. All athletic practices (ON or OFF campus) are not permitted. Click here for the official statement from KHSAA.
Can my student attend a fine arts practice on campus?
No. All fine arts practices have been canceled.
Besides teachers, who will be working in our school and what phones will be manned?
Non-faculty staff members will be working and phones will be answered as usual.
How will teachers be communicating with parents?
Teachers will communicate via phone, email, and learning management systems (e.g. Canvas, FACTS SIS)
What trips are canceled?
At this point, all school trips scheduled through April 5, 2020 are canceled. Trips scheduled beyond this date will be assessed as more information becomes available.
VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PLAN What grades will have an instructional plan?
For Preschool and TK students, teachers will provide students with pre-made activity packets.
For K-5th Grade: Each grade level will provide assignments that will keep students’ skills sharpened focused in the areas of math, reading and writing.
For 6th-12th Grade: Teachers will post assignments on Canvas by 8:30AM.
What happens Monday morning?
On Friday, 3/13, PK-TK, teachers are sending home packets. For K-5th, instructions will be distributed on how to access assignments.
6th-12th grade students should login to Canvas and begin working on their assignments.
My student does not understand his/her assignment, what do I do?
For PK-5th grade students, contact the teacher through his/her LCA email.
For 6th-12th grade students, message the teacher through Canvas (6th-12th).
When/what times will teachers be available?
Virtual days are regular workdays for our classroom teachers. They will be available between 8:20AM-3:20PM for 6th-12th grade and 8:30AM-3:30PM for PreK-5th grade.
Do assignments "count" toward students' grades?
Yes. Virtual assignments, reading, assessments, etc. will be assigned specific points and will be calculated into students' quarter/semester averages.
OTHER What about pre-ordered lunches?
The school canceled all pre-ordered lunches.
Can we place E-TIP orders?
Yes. Please continue to place your E-TIP orders and pick them up on the normally scheduled date each week. However, as usual, E-TIP is not available during Spring Break.
March 17 - Preschool & Elementary Muffins with Moms
March 17 - Mu Alpha Theta Induction (6pm)
March 17/18 - Preschool & Elementary Class Pictures
March 18 - University of Louisville and Georgetown College Visits to High School
March 19 - Open House at IBC Campus (9am) and Open House at Rose Campus (6:30pm)
March 20 - 5th Grade Entrepreneur Fair
March 24 - ACT Test
March 27 - Austin Peay State University Visit to High School
April 17 - Eagle Dash at IBC Campus (will be rescheduled)
ALL Athletic Activities Canceled
Effective immediately, all sports and sport-activities, regardless of season, are declared to be in a dead period, congruent with the provisions of Bylaw 24. This prohibition extends through Sunday, April 12. Prior to April 11, and in consultation with the Governor, Public Health Officials and the Kentucky Department of Education, an evaluation will be made for the period going forward.
Please read the official statement from KHSAA here.
Talking with Children about COVID-19
Parents, family members, school staff, and other trusted adults can play an important role in helping children make sense of what they hear in a way that is honest, accurate, and minimizes anxiety or fear. The Center for Disease Control has created guidance to help adults have conversations with children about COVID-19 and ways they can avoid getting and spreading the disease. An additional resource about talking to your children can be found here.
