Good News Friday
8-12-2022

 


 



 
 

START DATE DELAYED FOR JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH
AND 6TH GRADE
See below for details



 Junior/Senior High School Start Date Delayed
The Junior/Senior High School is closed to all students, staff and visitors until further notice.  
This week, surface mold was discovered in some classrooms in the high school wing. We conducted an inspection of all spaces in the junior/senior high, and determined that in the interest of the health and safety of our students and staff we needed to close the Junior/Senior High to all students, staff and visitors until we have taken corrective actions. 

What Happened?
HVAC controls failed in the high school, causing increased humidity levels. 

What are the District’s Next Steps?
We are dedicated to a safe and healthy school environment. We are working closely with a highly respected environmental consultant and health professionals to develop a comprehensive action plan.  We will be removing moisture from the rooms, remediating the mold in the rooms, and conducting a deep cleaning of all spaces. School will not reopen until we have conducted air quality tests, and have results that indicate it is safe to do so.  The consultant will complete multiple follow-up tests after remediation is complete.  This will provide the assurance we need to safely open our doors to students and staff.  

What Does This Mean for Jr/Sr High Students?
In order for this comprehensive plan to be fully executed, we need to push back 7th and 9th grade orientation and the start date for 7 -12 students.  Tentatively, the first day of school for 7-12 grade students will be Tuesday, August 23rd.   We hope to have the 7th and 9th grade orientation on Monday, August 22nd.  Junior/Senior High open house and new student orientation has been cancelled and will not be rescheduled. 

Jamie Manley, Athletic Director, will be communicating to the coaches and athletes regarding athletics.  

Warren County Career Center (WCCC) and Alternative School Students:  A shuttle bus to and from the high school parking lot to the Warren County Career Center and Alternative School will continue as normal. 

What Does this Mean for Elementary Students?
The elementary, preschool through 5th grade, will start as originally scheduled.  
 


 

6th Grade Start Date Delayed

We are pleased that our District has received the Certificate of Occupancy for the instructional space of the 6th grade wing.  However, we had to divert our personnel from setting up the 6th grade classrooms to assist with mitigation at the junior/senior high.   Furthermore, the 6th grade students share teachers and spaces in the junior/senior high building which is currently closed. 

For these reasons, we feel it is best to push back the 6th grade start date to mirror the junior/senior high start date.  Tentatively, the 6th grade students will begin school on Tuesday, August 23rd


BREAKDOWN OF START DATES: 

Kindergarten and Preschool – Monday, August 15, 2022

School in Session (PS through 5th Grade) – Tuesday, August 16, 2022

Tentative 7th & 9th Grade Orientation (7:30 am – 9:30 am) - Monday, August 22, 2022

Tentative First day for 6th Grade through 12th Grade – Tuesday, August 23, 2022


Despite the setback, we look forward to a great 2022/23 school year and eagerly await the arrival of our students.

 







IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING SCHOOL MEALS
FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR 2022/2023

 
For the past two years, the United State Department of Agriculture (USDA) has offered waivers to Child Nutrition (CN) Programs across the United States, allowing these programs to offer all students breakfast and lunch at no charge.  These waivers expired on June 30, 2022.  This means that this school year, the CN programs across the nation will return to normal, pre-pandemic operations. 

2022/23 Free and Reduced Meal Applications are available now.  Please go to your Final Forms Account to print the application. 


Free and Reduced Lunch Application

You may drop off the application with any building secretary or email to:  jdworetsky@wayne-local.com

 
 




ELEMENTARY DROP OFF AND PICK UP
Arrival: When arriving to drop off your student please note the following:
  • Enter the campus complex off of Dayton Road using the main drive, Spartan Way.
  • Turn Left into the new parking lot.
  • The inside drop-off lane will be used for Preschool through 2nd Grade. This is the sidewalk located closest to the new elementary school building. Please continue to drive down along the sidewalk towards the new event center until the vehicle in front of you has stopped. Your student may then exit the vehicle on the sidewalk side.
  • The outside drop-off lane will be used for 3rd through 5th grade. This is the sidewalk located next to the large grass area in front of the campus complex. Please continue to drive down the sidewalk until the car in front of you has stopped. Your student may then exit the vehicle on the sidewalk side. A staff member will escort students across the parking lot via the crosswalks when it is safe to do so.
  • Drop-Off lane is determined by the youngest student in a family group.
  • Exit the parking lot via the new drive located nearest to the performing arts center. This exit is a RIGHT TURN ONLY in order to keep traffic flowing smoothly.
 
Dismissal When arriving to pick up your student please note the following:
  • Traffic flow will be the same as above in regards to entrances, exits, and lanes.
  • Pick-Up lane is determined by the youngest student in a family group.
  • Students will be escorted or sent to your vehicle once traffic has stopped. Students will only be permitted to walk to a vehicle that is in a parking lot lane.
  • Please do not exit your vehicle to walk up to the main entrance. However, please feel free to stand by your car door so that students can recognize you.
  • DO NOT turn out of the car lane to drive around other vehicles. Follow the vehicle in front of you so that traffic flow remains smooth and safe.
 
Arrival and Dismissal for the Junior/Senior High will go out next week. 












SPORTS PASSES






ATHLETIC SCHEDULE
8/12/2022 THROUGH 8/20/2022








SENIOR STUDENTS PAINTING THEIR PARKING SPOT AND GETTING READY FOR A FANTASTIC SENIOR YEAR! 







 

2022/23 7th Grade Vaccination Requirements

The Ohio Department of Health has revised the School Immunization Requirements effective January 4, 2010. All students are to receive an additional dose of Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis) vaccine BEFORE entering the seventh grade. If your child has received a Tdap vaccine within 5 years of entering the seventh grade this will meet the requirement.

Additionally, one dose of meningococcal (serogroup A, C, W, and Y) vaccine is required prior to entry into the 7th grade.

If opting out of the vaccine for medical, religious, or good cause, the exemption form is available by request.

 There are various ways you may obtain this immunization:

*Your private physician

*Warren County Health Department 416 S East State Street, Lebanon, OH 45036, 513-695-1228

*Pharmacy and store walk in clinics

If you have any questions, please call me at (513) 897-4350 or email jroyalty@wayne-local.com



 
2022/23 Senior Vaccination Requirements

Meningococcal: 

Beginning with the start of the 2022-2023 school year, students entering the 12th grade are required to be vaccinated against meningococcal. A second (2nd) dose of meningococcal vaccine is required prior to entry into the 12th grade. The second (2nd) dose must be administered on or after the 16th birthday with at least eight (8) weeks between the first and second dose. If the first dose of meningococcal vaccine was administered after the 16th birthday, a second dose is not required. If a student entering 12th grade is 15 years of age or younger, only one dose is required.
 

There are several ways you may obtain this immunization: 

*Your private physician 

*Warren County Health Department, 416 S, East State Street, Lebanon, OH 45036, 513-695-1228 

*Pharmacy and store walk in clinics 

If opting out of the vaccine for medical, religious, or good cause, the exemption form is available by request.

Please email me at jroyalty@wayne-local.com with vaccination record, fax to 513-897-2713 or drop off to the office.

 
NEWS FROM MARY L. COOK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Click here to website             Phone: (513) 897- 4826

ELEMENTARY FUN: 
                                    
Look Who’s Reading Book Club (grade K.) at The Mary L. Cook Public Library
will hold its first meeting on Tuesday, September 27 6:00pm - 6:30pm
The group will engage in a variety of fun learning activities featuring phonics, the writing of letters and words, and many other skills that promote a strong literacy foundation.  Registration is required for this book club and began on August 15.   Books will be available to pick up beginning of September.  For more information, contact Miss Cathy @ ruthca@marylcook.com.
 
Chapters Book Club a book club for those in grades 1 and 2.  This group will read one short chapter book a month, and then we meet to discuss the book, the author and do activities associated with the book.  The Chapters book club will hold its first meeting on Tuesday, September 20 4:00pm - 4:45pmRegistration is required for this book club and began on August 15.  Books will be available to pick up beginning of September.  For more information, contact Miss Kathleen @ welchka@marylcook.com
 
Calling all Book Worms (grades 3 – 5) to join The Rapid Readers & wRiters
at The Mary L. Cook Public Library. We will hold our first meeting on Tuesday, September 27 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Please join us as we discuss books, play games, try out a bit of creative writing, and enjoy a light snack. Registration is required for this book club and began on August 15.  Books will be available to pick up beginning of September. For more information, contact Miss Kathleen @ welchka@marylcook.com
 
 
 
Drop in Storytimes at Mary L. Cook Public Library!  Please note new times: Drop in Monday 10:15am-10:30am, Tuesday 1:30pm-1:45pm, Wednesday 6:15pm - 6:30pm or Friday 10:15am - 10:30am.  Join us in the children’s area for a few stories and laughs. No registration required.
 
Preschool Storytimes for 3 - 5 year olds including kindergartners
Thursdays 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.  Beginning Thursday, September 15. Registration requested.  We play games, sing songs, hear stories, and share laughs.
 
Toddler Time for 24 months - 36 months & their caregivers.
Tuesdays 10:30am - 11:00am. Beginning Tuesday, September 13. Registration requested.
We will read a story of two and do fun activities each program.  These sessions involve parents as active participants. Parents/caregivers are expected to stay with children during all sessions. This program involves messy fun, dress accordingly.
 
 
Baby Bookworms
Storytime for children from birth to 24 months and their parent or caregiver. Wednesdays 10:30-11:00 a.m. Beginning Wednesday September 14. Registration Requested.
Enjoy great books for babies, learn fun songs and rhymes, and meet other families in your neighborhood.   Parents/caregivers are expected to stay with children during all sessions.  These sessions involve parents as active participants
 
 

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WELLNESS NEWS

SYMPTOMS OF CORONAVIRUS

People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:

  • Fever or chills
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
  • Fatigue
  • Muscle or body aches
  • Headache
  • New loss of taste or smell
  • Sore throat
  • Congestion or runny nose
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea

This list does not include all possible symptoms. CDC will continue to update this list as we learn more about COVID-19.

 
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