Capital Prep Harbor School Continuum of Options for the Re-Opening of Schools

Re-opening of Schools

Dear Capital Prep Harbor Schools Families and Scholars,

I trust that you are well. Governor Lamont and Commissioner of Education Cardona announced that all Connecticut schools will return to a full-day academic schedule this fall if the incidence of COVID-19 remains at current levels. The plan is grounded in health data and charges each district to adhere to stringent safety guidelines. At this time, we anticipate that Capital Prep Harbor Upper/Lower School students will report back to school on August 10, 2020.

The following are some of the core safety measures the Governor stated that will need to be included in each district's plan.

Maximize social distancing — including separating desks, as far as possible, and keeping apart while in gymnasiums.

· Frequent hand washing or use of hand sanitizer.

· Wear face coverings that completely cover the nose and mouth while in the building.

· Enhanced cleaning and disinfecting of spaces and surfaces.

· Cohort classes K-6 and 7-12 (when feasible) so they can work together and keep cross-contamination low.

We recognize that parent and community feedback is essential for our district's success. In order to begin the planning process for a successful re-entry, please complete the survey by Tuesday, July 7, 2020. The survey will provide our central office administration with critical information needed to guide decision-making during the summer months. We will communicate the re-entry plan well in advance of the commencement of the school year.

We would like to thank you in advance for your participation.

In partnership,

Capital Prep Harbor Administration

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* 1. How many children do you have attending Capital Prep Schools

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* 2. What grade is your child?

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* 3. Which option do you prefer if given a choice for re-entry in August?

full return in-person instruction with safety measures in place

100% distance learning

a hybrid combination distance learning instruction

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* 4. What statement best describes your current feelings on the Governor's re-entry plan for schools?

I agree with the State's plan for a full return to school for everyone with safety measures and will be sending my child/children to school on August 10th

I will not be sending my child/children back to school on August 10th and prefer a distance learning option for my child/children.

At this time, I am not sure what my decision will be for my child/children.

Please comment on what would help you make this decision

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* 5. Can you provide transportation to and from school for your child/children?

Yes, I can provide transportation to and from school for my child/children.

No, I will be relying on district transportation for my child/children.

I will not be sending my child/children back to school on August 10th

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* 6. Which statement best describes your current feeling around temperature checks being performed on each student and staff before they enter the building.

I prefer that the district check everyone's temperatures before entering the school.

I don't feel it's necessary to take temperatures of every staff and student

I have no opinion on taking student and staff temperatures.

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* 7. Please place any comments in the section below

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* 8. Please share what was successful about remote learning

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* 9. Please share what was challenging about remote learing

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* 10. Across the country, schools are considering different precautions that
would allow students and staff to return to school buildings safely. Given
what we know currently about the COVID-19 pandemic, for each of the
following, please indicate how this precaution would affect your willingness to send your child to school

	Not comfortable	Slightly comfortable	Moderate	Very comfortable
The school is thoroughly cleaned at least once a day	The school is thoroughly cleaned at least once a day Not comfortable	The school is thoroughly cleaned at least once a day Slightly comfortable	The school is thoroughly cleaned at least once a day Moderate	The school is thoroughly cleaned at least once a day Very comfortable
Students and staff are required to wear masks during the school day	Students and staff are required to wear masks during the school day Not comfortable	Students and staff are required to wear masks during the school day Slightly comfortable	Students and staff are required to wear masks during the school day Moderate	Students and staff are required to wear masks during the school day Very comfortable
Students and staff are screened for symptoms before entering the school	Students and staff are screened for symptoms before entering the school Not comfortable	Students and staff are screened for symptoms before entering the school Slightly comfortable	Students and staff are screened for symptoms before entering the school Moderate	Students and staff are screened for symptoms before entering the school Very comfortable
Students and staff who have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 must stay home for 14 days before returning to school	Students and staff who have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 must stay home for 14 days before returning to school Not comfortable	Students and staff who have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 must stay home for 14 days before returning to school Slightly comfortable	Students and staff who have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 must stay home for 14 days before returning to school Moderate	Students and staff who have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 must stay home for 14 days before returning to school Very comfortable
Hand sanitizer is provided in each classroom and frequently used	Hand sanitizer is provided in each classroom and frequently used Not comfortable	Hand sanitizer is provided in each classroom and frequently used Slightly comfortable	Hand sanitizer is provided in each classroom and frequently used Moderate	Hand sanitizer is provided in each classroom and frequently used Very comfortable
Student belongings are separated and communal supplies (e.g., pencils, papers, crayons) are limited	Student belongings are separated and communal supplies (e.g., pencils, papers, crayons) are limited Not comfortable	Student belongings are separated and communal supplies (e.g., pencils, papers, crayons) are limited Slightly comfortable	Student belongings are separated and communal supplies (e.g., pencils, papers, crayons) are limited Moderate	Student belongings are separated and communal supplies (e.g., pencils, papers, crayons) are limited Very comfortable