The school year began fully online, with some small group in-person learning opportunities. Schools are communicating directly with students about the start of the year, including class lists, login information and more. As the year gets underway, this page will include links and information that parents and student can use to get connected.

What platforms are students using?

Students in Pre K through grade 1 will use Seesaw to communicate with their teachers. Students in grades 2 through 12 are using Google Classroom for coursework. Teachers are using Zoom for student communication.

Classes are being offered online during the regular school times, with some time left at the end of the day for other student outreach and activities. Classes will also be recorded and available outside normal school hours, though it is preferred that students attend classes during the normal school day.

We do not have a specific hardware recommendation for students. PC, Mac, laptops, Chromebooks and tablets should each work for online activities.

Classes this fall are being graded normally. We are not giving pass/fail or participation grades. We do want all students to learn and be successful. If your student is having difficulty with anything, please reach out to your teacher directly for assistance.

How do I request a laptop for my child?

At this time, we are working to provide devices for families who need them. Some students may need to be placed on a waiting list as we prepare more devices for dispersal. Please click here to fill out a form if you need a device for your child(ren).

How is the district evaluating when to open for in-person instruction?

We will continue to listen to the health department and follow guidance from the state and local levels. We will evaluate all data that is available to us. Parents will have more than a week’s notice before we change from online to in-school. We are considering a variety of options for transitioning back to school once it is safe to do so.

How are meals being provided?

We are providing paid hot lunches that students can pick up at school between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Families should fill out the free/reduced price lunch application at this link to apply. Even though we are holding classes online at this time, there are opportunities to pick up to-go meals from school buildings. Meals are being served at no cost for all students through Dec. 31, due to a USDA ruling. Free lunch status also waives school fees for students, and helps with district Title 1 and Technology funding that help all students.

How does preschool look?

With the start of the school year in a blended fashion we are offering face to face services for our preschoolers with disabilities. Those typical classmates will be invited to participate in online activities and some class activities by Zoom until we are able to bring all students back. 

Those in a half day program will be offered 1 ½ hours Monday – Thursday.  Those in a full day program will be offered 3 hours two days a week. The other hours of preschool will consist of online activities. 

If you prefer to not send your child for face to face services but still would like to have online preschool please let your child’s teacher know.

If you choose not to send your child or have questions, please call the Student Services office at 740-670-7025.

Will uniforms still be required? Will the masks need to be uniformed?

School uniforms are not required for online classes or in-person sessions at this time, however students should be dressed appropriately for school while at home or for any in-school sessions. Masks for in-person sessions need to be school-appropriate.

What services will be provided for students who receive special education services?

With the start of the school year being a blended fashion those students in an MD or Autism unit will be offered face to face services in the buildings for 4 hours per day, Monday - Thursday.  For those in an ED unit your students will be offered face to face services in the building for 2 hours per day, Monday – Thursday. 

Exact times will be coming to you in the near future with busing provided.  Your child’s intervention specialist will be in contact with you soon.  If you do not wish to have your child come in for the face to face services please let your child’s teacher know. They will provide Zoom access to allow your child to join in the classroom activities from home with some additional online supports.

Any other students with services will be contacted by their intervention specialists.

What do athletics and extracurricular activities look like?

Our athletic department is following state guidelines for practice and contests. Non-contact sports such as golf, tennis and cross country are proceeding normally, following the guidelines. The volleyball season will begin on September 1. Football and soccer seasons are also under way following guidelines. More information on attendance, ticketing and online viewing options will be coming soon.

What about C-TEC?