Universal Masking Requirement
From Superintendent Gilbert, September 8:
At last night's school board meeting the trustees approved a three week universal masking requirement for all staff, students, and visitors inside the school facilities and for students riding the bus. This requirement will go into effect tomorrow morning, September 9th, and run through September 30th. Universal masking will not be required outdoors or during physical activity and lunch as long as appropriate social distancing is occurring. After three weeks the data on infections, student attendance, staff absences, and quarantines will be reviewed and compared to the first three weeks of school without masking. The trustees will review the data to determine the effectiveness of this additional mitigation. The only exemptions are for those with a valid doctor's note stating that they cannot mask and for special education students who have an exemption written in an IEP. Staff and student quarantines will not be required during this time for those identified as close contacts. This action follows Central District Health's recommendation. Those identified as close contacts will simply be asked to monitor for symptoms for five days. This should greatly reduce the number of students that are out of the building and missing direct instruction. I do believe this action will provide the trustees with the information needed to continue to navigate the district safely and effectively through the school year.
Respectfully,
James
At last night's school board meeting the trustees approved a three week universal masking requirement for all staff, students, and visitors inside the school facilities and for students riding the bus. This requirement will go into effect tomorrow morning, September 9th, and run through September 30th. Universal masking will not be required outdoors or during physical activity and lunch as long as appropriate social distancing is occurring. After three weeks the data on infections, student attendance, staff absences, and quarantines will be reviewed and compared to the first three weeks of school without masking. The trustees will review the data to determine the effectiveness of this additional mitigation. The only exemptions are for those with a valid doctor's note stating that they cannot mask and for special education students who have an exemption written in an IEP. Staff and student quarantines will not be required during this time for those identified as close contacts. This action follows Central District Health's recommendation. Those identified as close contacts will simply be asked to monitor for symptoms for five days. This should greatly reduce the number of students that are out of the building and missing direct instruction. I do believe this action will provide the trustees with the information needed to continue to navigate the district safely and effectively through the school year.
Respectfully,
James
September Announcements
Well, we’re off to a great start here at the high school - all things considered! In terms of bright spots, there are many! We had the opportunity to meet with each grade level last week and really enjoyed connecting with your children! We were pleasantly surprised at the level of excitement each class showed during each of the 4 assemblies. They seemed very eager to be back in person! We are excited to be back with them!!!
We had a great turnout for our Back to School Bash a little over a week ago. Again, students seemed very eager to simply hang out and have fun being silly with their friends. We got a sneak peek at a large portion of our SENIORS as they posed for a quick picture in the senior parking lot. This will be a really fun group! We are excited to get to experience this last year with them.
Sports are in full swing. Please feel free to come out and support our fall sports teams. The weather is awesome (knock on wood). Other things are beginning to also get underway - such as our clubs, music programs, and other organizations. Remember - being involved makes one’s school experience that much more exciting!
We had a small number of new folks join our team this year. We’re excited to have them! They are as follows:
Anyway, here are a few things to be aware of/upcoming dates:
The nomination window for the 1st Quarter Outstanding Educator Awards Program has begun! Nominations will hopefully be rolling in from now through around 15 Oct.
We really want to continue the recognition process for all of the hard work and dedication you provide to our children enrolled in the Mountain Home School District.
Nominators can be parents, peers, fellow educators, and/or other stakeholders; nominators do not have to be military affiliated.
Completed nomination forms can be submitted to: allen.niksich.2@us.af.mil Forms can be digitally filled in on the electronic version or printed and handwritten.
MHAFB Education Fair: This fair will take place on the morning of Sept 15th and is currently scheduled to be in the Main Gym (basketball courts) on the MHAFB, but may shift outside due to COVID restrictions. Roughly 43 colleges, universities, and trade schools are scheduled to attend.
We want to thank you for your support and your willingness to work alongside us during these challenging times. We love and cherish the opportunity to work with the youth. They are simply amazing!
- MHHS Administration
We had a great turnout for our Back to School Bash a little over a week ago. Again, students seemed very eager to simply hang out and have fun being silly with their friends. We got a sneak peek at a large portion of our SENIORS as they posed for a quick picture in the senior parking lot. This will be a really fun group! We are excited to get to experience this last year with them.
Sports are in full swing. Please feel free to come out and support our fall sports teams. The weather is awesome (knock on wood). Other things are beginning to also get underway - such as our clubs, music programs, and other organizations. Remember - being involved makes one’s school experience that much more exciting!
We had a small number of new folks join our team this year. We’re excited to have them! They are as follows:
- Julia Corder - College/ Career Coordinator
- Jen Vaughn - Math
- Amy Alfredson - Speech and Debate
- Brooke Riley - Counselor
Anyway, here are a few things to be aware of/upcoming dates:
- PSAT TEST - October 13th - This is the practice SAT test for all sophomores. They will likely take this exam in the morning. Juniors wishing to take the test again (for more practice must sign up (10th graders do not need to sign up and will be automatically enrolled). The deadline for 11th graders to sign up is Friday, September 10th.
- Tutoring/Homework Club - This program is up and running. Homework Club takes place Monday - Thursday, from 3:00-4:00 PM in Mr. McLean’s classroom (Room 31). Mr. McLean will be running it along with Mr. Grohs - both math teachers. They are primarily there to help with math (since 90% of the need is for support in this subject), but are always willing to try and help students with other subjects.
- A Message from Chartwells Food Services - School breakfast and lunch is being offered free of charge throughout this 2021-22 school year.
- Covid Protocols – Please refer to the district website for updated information: https://www.mtnhomesd.org/reopening-plan.html As of right now, face masks are encouraged. All protocols are subject to change and plans are fluid due to the uncertainty of the status of the pandemic. We will continue to encourage and practice safety measures in terms of handwashing, social distancing (as much as possible), cleaning of surfaces, etc. We continue to follow CDC and CDH guidelines here at the school. We understand that it is frustrating/challenging to have your child sent home on a quarantine for being a close contact. We are committed to making this as smooth of a process as possible and appreciate your understanding and flexibility. Our district officials and members of our MHSD School Board are continuously discussing mitigation strategies and potential next steps.
- MHAFB CORNER:
The nomination window for the 1st Quarter Outstanding Educator Awards Program has begun! Nominations will hopefully be rolling in from now through around 15 Oct.
We really want to continue the recognition process for all of the hard work and dedication you provide to our children enrolled in the Mountain Home School District.
Nominators can be parents, peers, fellow educators, and/or other stakeholders; nominators do not have to be military affiliated.
Completed nomination forms can be submitted to: allen.niksich.2@us.af.mil Forms can be digitally filled in on the electronic version or printed and handwritten.
MHAFB Education Fair: This fair will take place on the morning of Sept 15th and is currently scheduled to be in the Main Gym (basketball courts) on the MHAFB, but may shift outside due to COVID restrictions. Roughly 43 colleges, universities, and trade schools are scheduled to attend.
We want to thank you for your support and your willingness to work alongside us during these challenging times. We love and cherish the opportunity to work with the youth. They are simply amazing!
- MHHS Administration
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