Family FAQ
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What is COVID-19?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is responding to an outbreak of respiratory disease caused by a novel (new) coronavirus which was first detected in China. The virus has been named "SARS-CoV-2" and the disease it causes has been named "coronavirus disease 2019" (abbreviated "COVID-19"). Reported illnesses have ranged from mild to severe. Learn more on the CDC Website.
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What are the symptoms?
Symptoms include a fever, cough and shortness of breath, and may appear 2-14 days after exposure.
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How does it spread?
The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person.
- Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).
- Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.
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Who is at risk?
Those in a community where the virus has spread are at a relatively low risk. Those at an elevated risk include: healthcare workers caring for patients with COVID-19, those in close contact with a person with COVID-19, people with a weakened immune system and travelers returning from locations where community spread is occuring. Learn more at the CDC Risk Assessment Page.
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How can I protect myself?
Visit the COVID-19 Prevention and Treatment page to learn about how to protect yourself from respiratory illnesses, like COVID-19.
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How long will school buildings be closed because of the COVID-19 virus?
Colorado Governor Jared Polis has ordered that in-person learning be suspended through April 17, 2020. This could change or be extended in the future, and we will notify parents as soon as possible if that happens.
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Will athletics, activities and events also be cancelled?
Until April 18, 2020, all athletic practices and competitions, school-sponsored events and activities are cancelled. All state music competitions, school-sponsored events and activities are cancelled. All state music competitions have been cancelled for 2020. Non-charter high schools have also cancelled prom. If you attend a charter school, that school should be contacting parents and students directly with updated information about prom and other school activities.
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How will my child learn during this time?
Your child will learn remotely online working directly with his or her teacher. Parents have received guidelines on how this learning will work for every child. Learning will be different, but school will continue. Participating in online learning is just as important as participating in traditional school. Attendance will be taken.
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Is online learning mandatory?
Yes. Online learning is school, and school attendance is mandatory. We ask that families support their students in this new way of learning and help them complete all lessons assigned by their teachers.
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Do I still need to call in if my child is sick or going to miss school?
No. Attendance will be taken by the teacher, but there is flexibility in when students can engage in their learning. If you do have to cancel an online meeting with your teacher, please let the teacher know in advance.
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How is my child going to receive special education services during the building closure?
Special education staff will be contacting families to discuss and determine how services are to be provided as they may need to be different in this time of unprecedented national emergency. Services may be provided consistent with the need to protect the health and safety of students with disabilities and those individuals providing special education and related services to students.
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What if my child needs additional help with what they are learning?
District 6 teachers and other staff will be available through Schoology (the learning system District 6 is using), through email and other systems like ClassDojo. Families should reach out through email help.
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Will the state still require students to take the CMAS (Colorado Measures of Academic Success) tests?
The Colorado Department of Education has canceled the state assessment, and the state accountability system is on hold. A decision about the PSAT and SAT will be made soon from the federal level.
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If I have problems with the Chromebook my child was issued, how do I get help?
If you have technical issues or questions regarding the device you have received, please email itsupport@greeleyschools.org or call 348-HELP (348-4357). Technicians will be available to provide you assistance Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you have questions regarding the programs your students are learning, please reach out to your teacher first.
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Will District 6 be holding or canceling graduation ceremonies?
We understand that many families, students, and staff are wondering about our plans should we have to cancel graduation ceremonies. As of now, no graduation ceremonies have been canceled. District 6 is exploring options to hold graduations in a non-traditional way if the order is given to continue limiting large gatherings into May, or if we do not think it is safe to hold our graduations.
Right now, our focus is on getting students back to learning and especially ensuring our seniors have what they need to graduate. The District will wait until more information is available before a final decision is made. This decision may not come for a few more weeks. This is an important decision that needs to be based on information and recommendations from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Weld County Health Department.
