Per Governor Northam’s announcement today, all schools will remain CLOSED for the remainder of this school year. Within the next 24 hours, all school divisions will be given guidance from the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) pertaining to graduation credits, continuity of learning with a focus on equity and other matters. Meals will continue to be provided to students. We know you will have many questions and we ask for your patience and understanding while we work on the details in collaboration with our federal and state agencies. We will have more to share with our stakeholders later this week, and we will continue to communicate the next steps and plans as they evolve throughout the upcoming weeks and months as we navigate these uncharted waters together. Please stay safe, and please share. Thank you.
Update from the superintendent's office: PCPS has been working in consultation with various agencies regarding school closures due to COVID-19. While we are awaiting official guidance from local and state agencies, we would encourage families to plan for the likely event of an extended school closure beyond the original March 27th date. While we do not have an official announcement just yet, we want our PCPS families to be prepared for this strong possibility, as an official decision is likely to be made sometime next week. When, and if, that happens, more communication regarding our instructional plans will be forthcoming. There is no academic emergency right now, so do not feel pressured to begin teaching your students at home; however, if you want things for your children to do, we have lots of resources listed on our website, pagek12.org (click on the Covid-19 button). Right now, students only need to be enjoying the safety of their homes and an extended spring break.
Each day our numbers continue to grow in our meal deliveries for children. Almost 600 meals were delivered on the first day. On the second day, 737 were delivered, and we have orders for almost 800 meals today. None of this would be possible without the help of our volunteers who are helping to serve our community. Thank you for all you do! If you, or someone you know is need of meals, please visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGd70TkPEXF5N-0nnbhVPFKYDDSc-Zd3UhvZCRJMKMD7WsJg/viewform
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Not all educational activities have to be worksheets and online activities. Grab a laundry basket, get inside, and sit in front of your TV or computer...and go on a virtual trip of Disney World, Animal KIngdom, Epcot, and Hollywood Studios, right from your living room. Check it out!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYyJUEtYv-ZW7BgjhP3UbTg
Check out new links added to Covid -19 Page on pagek12.org. Suggestions for lots of engaging things to do while you are at home. Just recently added We Are Teachers-- 40 More Things to Do During Covid-19. Other great links, Scholastic Learn At Home, ABC Mouse, 30+ Virtual Field Trips. Enjoy, and please share.
Families, the high school graduation commencement ceremonies scheduled for the Class of 2020 on Saturday, May 30, 2020, have NOT been postponed or canceled at this time. Please share.
Remember: Check out pagek12.org and click on the COVID-19 button at the Top. Resources for parents and students are being added many times throughout each day to help keep students active and engaged while at home.Please share.
It's time for a most-deserved Shout Out. This morning Page County Public Schools was able to send out over 600 meals to children in our community. This could not have been done without Nutritional Services, Jennie Jeffries, as well as the many PCPS volunteers, cafeteria employees, drivers, administrators, and the list goes on! With less that 48 hours to organize and prepare, we are doing what we do best, providing for our children. Thank you for all you do! Please share.
In an effort to determine the level of access students have to devices and internet at home, please complete the survey.
Please be sure to fill out ONE SURVEY RESPONSE PER STUDENT.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScnjMEeQ4ieQv7KuFswsucKZhWjdmoNgrBHl7ChUA66q5prbg/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1
We now have a Web Page designated for Covid-19 Information, Resources for Families, Instructional Resources, and Correspondence to keep our community updated. You can access this page by clicking the link below or by going to pagek12.org and clicking the COVID-19 button at the top. We are constantly looking for the best ways to keep our families informed.
https://www.pagecounty.k12.va.us/o/pcps/page/pcps-covid-19-info
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Tomorrow, meal deliveries are scheduled to leave PCHS and LHS at 9 a.m. However, because there are 13 routes we are unable to give exact delivery times to all locations. We appreciate your patience. Also, please keep in mind, any meal requests made AFTER 7 p.m. tonight will not begin until Wednesday. Please share. Thank you.
During school closures any attendance meetings or special education related meetings that are scheduled will be cancelled until school is back in session. If you have any questions, please call (540) 743-6533. Please share.
The school board meeting scheduled for March 30, 2020 has been Cancelled. Please share.
Here are the rescheduled dates for both Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration. Please share.
Preschool applications will begin being accepted for the 2020-21 Virginia Preschool Initiative on Thursday, April 30, 2020 (10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Stanley Elementary School) and Friday, May 1, 2020 (10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Central Office).
Kindergarten Registration has been rescheduled for Tuesday, April 28, 2020 (10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.) at all 4 elementary schools.
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Families, feel free to visit the online resources or participate in the activities suggested below if you are looking for something for your child to do while at home during the next 2 weeks (March 16 - 29, 2020). We will continue to add to this list in the coming days.
Write a letter and send to someone in a nursing home
Read a book
Khan Academy https://www.khanacademy.org/
Project Explorer https://www.projectexplorer.org/
Delta Math https://deltamath.com/
TedTalks
Math Prodigy https://www.prodigygame.com/
Brain Pop https://www.brainpop.com/
PE Challenge - post a video of something active that you are doing
IXL https://www.ixl.com/
Lexia (Elementary students) https://www.lexialearning.com/
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In an effort to continue feeding breakfast and lunch meals to all children, Page County Public Schools will be providing delivered meals to homes. All children 18 and under qualify for a free delivered meal - children do not need to be enrolled in Page County Public Schools. Children must be present at the time of delivery. Delivery times will be announced. Deliveries will begin this Tuesday and will take place Mondays through Fridays. Please go to our webpage and click the link to request a meal (FREE MEALS FOR STUDENTS) Or you can text or call 540-860-0848 to leave a message with the address for delivery, number of children at the residence, and any food allergies. We are an equal opportunity provider.
Families, please practice the suggested tips below to help our community control the spread of germs. Thank you. Please share.
Please read the attached letter regarding Page County Public Schools plans regarding the Coronavirus. This letter will also be posted on our web page for your convenience. Thank you. Please share.
The PCMS Ag class joined the Independent Living class to make Freezer Jam with the leftover strawberries from the FFA sale for a collaborative lesson today!
