Lafayette Parish schools will open in a blended model with A/B days & masks

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In their guidance on reopening schools in Lafayette Parish, LPSS says that they have delayed the start of school to ensure that employees have time to be trained, practice safety protocols, and to prepare for an effective start to the 2020-2021 school year. The academic year will begin on Monday, August 17, 2020 in Phase 2, which will remain in effect through the end of the first nine-weeks on Tuesday, October 13, 2020.

“For weeks, our district and school leaders have been working on detailed plans for reopening schools in a safe manner using the Louisiana Department of Education's Strong Start guidelines,” said Superintendent Irma Trosclair. “Now that the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) has met, and we know the LPSS plans align with the standards set forth by BESE, we are ready to share our plans with our community. These plans were developed to be student-centered and also ensure our educators are well equipped to do what they do best: engaging with our students and inspiring a commitment to lifelong learning, in a safe manner.”

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The 2020-2021 academic year will begin on August 17, 2020 in Phase 2
Phase 2 will remain in effect through October 13, 2020
Plans are subject to change as needed

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- Students will report to school
on A/B days, alternating
between in school and
distance/virtual learning
models
- PK-5 students remain in
static groups, interaction
between groups is minimized,
with individuals in combo
settings being allowed to
transition with safety
precautions
- 6-12th grade students will be
allowed to transition between
classes with safety
precautions
- Instructional times will be
adjusted to accommodate
buses
- Until further notice locker
rooms will be closed. Click
here for information about
physical education
A/B Schedule
Monday - Group A
Tuesday - Group B
Wednesday - Group A
Thursday - Group B
Friday - Rotate Weekly

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Learning is required and grades will be assigned so it is important that students are able to connect to
Wi-Fi from home to complete required work and assignments. Click here for low cost internet options
- Families should be prepared to switch to 100% online learning at any time
- Smart buses and Wi-Fi boosters will be available on each school campus to assist with student
connectivity

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? All employees will report to their respective work site
? Doorknobs, fixtures, and other high touch surfaces and high traffic areas, such as restrooms, will be
cleaned multiple times per day
? Handwashing and/or hand sanitizing at arrival, at least every two hours, before and after eating,
before and after using outdoor play equipment, and at exit
? Additional hand sanitizing stations will be placed throughout all schools
? Students may bring hand sanitizer from home
? Water fountains will be sanitized hourly, but students may also bring water bottles from home
? Hygienic supplies will be provided to staff
? Crowding will be limited at entry and exit points and no large assemblies or gatherings permitted
? Employee and school related travel may be permitted in Phase 3 with prior approval from the
superintendent and office of risk management
? Parents and employees are encouraged to access the most recent information about school
reopening and operations through the LPSS website, LPSS social media, individual school websites,
and email communications
? Before and after school programs will be allowed in Phases 2 & 3, but must adhere to the maximum
group sizes and physical distance protocols

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