In place of the originally scheduled evening orientations, Wayne Local School District will use a “soft opening” format to orientate students to COVID related protocol. 

Preschool and Kindergarten student orientation/soft opening will take place on their first day of school, September 10th.

For grades 1 through 12, the below mandatory soft openings for students-only will replace the previously scheduled orientations.  This is a mandatory attendance day for students.  Attendance will be taken.  

Bus transportation (pick up and drop off) will be provided in order to enhance implementation of bus procedures before the full reopening on Tuesday, September 8, 2020.

• Grade 1 AM Soft Opening: 9/2/2020 8:45 am to 10:30 am
• Grade 1 PM Soft Opening:  9/2/2020 11:45 am to 1:30 pm
• Grade 2 Soft Opening: 8/31/2020 8:45 am to 10:30 am
• Grade 3 Soft Opening: 9/1/2020 8:45 am to 10:30 am
• Grade 4 Soft Opening:  8/31/2020 8:45 am to 10:30 am
• Grade 5 Soft Opening:  9/1/2020 8:45 am to 10:30 am
• Grade 6 Soft Opening:  8/31/2020 7:30 am to 2:22 pm
• Grade 7 Soft Opening:  9/1/2020 7:30 am to 2:22 pm
• Grade 8 Soft Opening:  9/1/2020 7:30 am to 2:22 pm
• Grade 9 Soft Opening:  8/31/2020 7:30 am to 2:22 pm
• Grade 10 Soft Opening: 9/1/2020 7:30 am to 2:22 pm
• Grade 11 Soft Opening: 8/31/2020 7:30 am to 2:22 pm
• Grade 12 Soft Opening: 9/1/2020 7:30 am to 2:22 pm

SCHEDULE “B” Plan FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ONLY:
With limited air conditioning in the elementary school and anticipated heat issues, our elementary students will operate on the plan B schedule beginning on the first day of school through Friday, September 25th (then as needed).   Flipped Instruction will be assigned to complete at home. 
Plan B is as follows: 

      2nd - 5th grade:                      8:45 - 1:30 pm            9/8/2020 - 9/25/2020
      1st grade AM                          8:45 - 10:30 am          9/8/2020 - 9/25/2020
      1st grade PM                          11:45 - 1:30 pm          9/8/2020 - 9/25/2020
      AM K/AM Preschool               8:45 - 10:30 am          9/10/2020 -9/25/2020
      PM K/PM Preschool               11:45 - 1:30 pm          9/10/2020 - 9/25/2020
 
Normal school hours for Elementary School beginning on September 28^th:  8:45 am to 3:37 pm  


MIDDLE SCHOOL:       
Normal school hours for Middle School for soft opening and first day of school on September 8^th:  7:30 am to 2:22 pm

 
HIGH SCHOOL:       
Normal school hours for High School for soft opening and first day of school on September 8^th:  7:30 am to 2:22 pm       




 
On August 13, 2020, the Interim Director of the Ohio Department of Health (the “Director”) issued an order requiring use of facial coverings in K-12 schools (“Order”).  The Order which became effective on Friday, August 14, 2020, wields control over any conflicting provisions of the Director’s July 23 statewide mask order and will remain effective until the Governor declared state of emergency no longer exists or the Director rescinds or modifies the Order. The Order requires that, with limited exception, all students, faculty, and staff in any child care setting, school building, or other location that provides care of education to any child in kindergarten through twelfth grade wear a facial mask. 

Universal masking is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of infectious disease and lessen the severity of the illness. At the same time, we know that teachers and students may not have access to surgical grade masks that studies are based on. Cloth masks vary widely in construction, quality and maintenance. Given those factors, the protocols are framed accordingly.

A mask is defined as any material that covers an individual’s nose, mouth and chin.  Facial masks are to be worn at all times.  The Director’s Order also sets forth very limited exceptions for circumstances in which the requirement to wear a facial mask does not apply.

The Interim Director of the Ohio Department of Health on August 13, 2020 (the “Order”), also provides that school-wide use of face shields instead of masks is not appropriate and does not meet the requirements of the Order. Instead, ODH states that a face shield is only appropriate in circumstances where an allowable exception to the Order applies. ODH’s guidance acknowledges that certain circumstances may require an alternative to a mask, and that in those instances, if a face shield is used, it should be worn against the forehead with no gap, wrap around the sides of the face, and extend below the chin. Further, ODH notes that when a face shield is being used as an alternative to a face mask, social distancing of at least six feet should be maintained, as well as other preventive measures, such as frequent hand washing or use of hand sanitizer and increased cleaning of commonly touched surfaces.  Documentation of the use of a face shield as an exception to the general facial coverings mandate should be maintained.   
 
Everyone is responsible for their own face covering (mask) and all face coverings shall be in accordance with the applicable Student Code of Conduct/Student Discipline Code, Staff Code of Conduct, and with policies of the Board.  Face coverings shall not be masks designed to be worn for costume purposes, etc. All face coverings shall meet the requirements of appropriate dress as determined by Directing Entities or District Administration.  
 
Click here for the Amended Use of Face Coverings Policy
 
Click here for the Amended Re-opening Plan
 
 
Tips for wearing a mask:
http://d31hzlhk6di2h5.cloudfront.net/20200817/b0/17/09/83/ab815213bbae63e346aa33ec/TipsOnWearingAMask_EP10003__2__1_.pdf
 
How to clean your cloth masks:
http://d31hzlhk6di2h5.cloudfront.net/20200817/2d/64/bd/4a/366e1c018a5f829db7abeaad/TipsOnWashingAMask_EP10023.pdf



 

Your kids are hearing about coronavirus (COVID-19). You want to make sure they get reliable information — and you want them to hear it from you. Here's how to talk about it.

Find out what your child already knows

• Ask questions geared to your child's age level. For older kids, you might ask, "What are you hearing about coronavirus? What questions do you have?" For younger children, you could say, "Do you have questions about the new sickness that's going around?" This gives you a chance to learn how much kids know — and to find out if they're hearing the wrong information.
• Follow your child's lead. Some kids may want to spend time talking. But if your kids don't seem interested or don't ask a lot of questions, that's OK.

Offer comfort — and honesty 

• Focus on helping your child feel safe, but be truthful. Don't offer more detail than your child is interested in. For example, if kids ask about stores closing, address their questions. But if the topic doesn't come up, there's no need to raise it.
• If your child asks about something and you don't know the answer, say so. Use the question as a chance to find out together. Check the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for up-to-date, reliable information about coronavirus (COVID-19). That way, you have the facts and kids don't see headlines about deaths and other scary information.
• Speak calmly and reassuringly. Explain that most people who get sick feel like they have a cold or the flu. Kids pick up on it when parents worry. So when you talk about coronavirus and the news, use a calm voice and try not to seem upset.
• Give kids space to share their fears. It's natural for kids to worry, "Could I be next? Could that happen to me?" Let your child know that kids don't seem to get as sick as adults. Let them know they can always come to you for answers or to talk about what scares them.
• Know when they need guidance. Be aware of how your kids get news and information, especially older kids who go online. Point them to age-appropriate content so they don't end up finding news shows or outlets that scare them or have incorrect information.

Help kids feel in control 

• Give your child specific things to do to feel in control. Teach kids that getting lots of sleep and washing their hands well and often can help them stay strong and well. Explain that regular hand washing also helps stop viruses from spreading to others. Be a good role model and let your kids see you washing your hands often!
• Talk about all the things that are happening to keep people safe and healthy. Young kids might be reassured to know that hospitals and doctors are prepared to treat people who get sick. Older kids might be comforted to know that scientists are working to develop a vaccine. Kids over 2 years old can wear a mask to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. These talks also help kids manage changes to their normal routine.
• Put news stories in context. If they ask, explain that serious illness and death in kids from the virus is still rare, despite what they might hear. Watch the news with your kids so you can filter what they hear.
• Kids and teens often worry more about family and friends than themselves. For example, if kids hear that older people are more likely to be seriously ill, they might worry about their grandparents. Letting them call or video chat with older relatives can help them feel reassured about loved ones.
• Let your kids know that it's normal to feel stressed out at times. Everyone does. Recognizing these feelings and knowing that stressful times pass and life gets back to normal can help children build resilience.

Keep the conversation going

• Keep checking in with your child. Use talking about coronavirus as a way to help kids learn about their bodies, like how the immune system fights disease.
• Talk about current events with your kids often. It's important to help them think through stories they hear about. Ask questions: What do you think about these events? How do you think these things happen? Such questions also encourage conversation about non-news topics.

Talking to kids about new coronavirus - Download

This information was provided by Dayton Children’s Hospital.

 

If you have a Chromebook for your student from the Spring, we need to collect it and update it for your student.  Even if you need a Chromebook for your child who is learning through VLA for the upcoming school year, we ask you to return your Chromebook to Waynesville Middle School.  Please bring the Chromebook(s) marked in a plastic bag with your child’s name on it.  They can be dropped off to Karyn Phillips (WMS principal)  or Janine Brown (WMS administrative assistant) during school hours ASAP.  Thank you for your assistance!  

To check-out an updated Chromebook, please fill out the Google Form:  https://forms.gle/5A4JNui3SMp9V1wu6

Some families have requested a Chromebook for VLA either through email or the initial survey from the district.  We have your names, but if you wouldn’t mind, please fill out the second survey (linked above) to update or confirm your request.  Thank you!

To pick up a requested Chromebook for the upcoming semester, please mark your calendar for: 

Wednesday, September 2      8 am - 3 pm

Waynesville Middle School outside the Main Entrance (shine)

Waynesville Middle School lobby (rain)

Spartan Fans,
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the requirements outlined by the Ohio Department of Health, ticket availability at all Waynesville Athletic Events will be limited.  Each facility has been capped at the maximum number of individuals in attendance to 15% of our fixed seating capacity. Only students participating in the events will be permitted to have family or close loved ones as spectators.  All spectators will be required to wear an appropriate COVID-19 face covering.  We appreciate the Waynesville community’s adherence to all of the mandates so that our students/athletes can have a season. 
 
Friday Night Football Games:
These events are the ONLY games that require our spectators (family/loved ones) to have a presale ticket.
Tonight's football game at Bellbrook High School is sold out. 


Soccer, Volleyball, JH Football, JV Football, Cheer:
These events permit our spectators two options for entry-

If you have any questions about ticket sales, sport specific passes, or pay as you go entry into our facilities, please reach out to:
 
Anna Garafolo
agarafolo@wayne-local.com
 
Jamie Manley
jmanley@wayne-local.com
 

     

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Waynesville High School students are offered the opportunity to take the PSAT test on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at 7:45 a.m. The cost of the test is $18.00.  Please fill out the registration form by September 11. 

2020 PSAT Registration Form 

As a junior in high school, scoring well on the PSAT test gives students a chance to enter the National Merit Scholarship program and gain access to college and career planning tools.  Taking the test earlier than Junior year may provide a valuable learning experience.  For more information on the PSAT, potential scholarship opportunities associated with the PSAT, and preparation materials, go to the website: collegereadiness.collegeboard.org. 

**If Wayne Local School District goes remote and is unable to administer the PSAT on the original test date, the College Board has agreed to allow a winter administration of this test.