ReOpen Updates and Powerpoint

Thank you to everyone who joined us this week as I shared the current information I have regarding the ReOpen plans for November.  For those of you who were not able to join us, you can find the powerpoint slides here. 

As I continue to learn and  know more information, I will share it with all of us as a community.  We will continue our Thursday evening Parent Huddles for the next several weeks.  Please join me at 6:30 pm on Thursday for weekly information on the plans for ReOpening.

A few points to highlight:

• There will be 1 classroom per grade level for in person learning that open Nov. 9^th.
  • Class sizes will be as follows: PK/KDG – 10 students; 1^st – 5^th – 11 students.
  • Seats will be matched according to priority for students with an IEP, students who receive ELL services, students experiencing homelessness, and students qualified as “at risk”.
  • Sibling preference will be applied, although it does not guarantee a matched seat.
  • All other seats will be matched randomly.
  • Families will be notified the week of 10/19 – 10/23 of their matched status.

• CARE classrooms will provide supervision to students while they participate in virtual learning with their current teacher.
• • Class sizes are the same as the in person classrooms.
  • PK/KDG/1^st Grade are set to open 11/16.
  • 2^nd – 5^th Grade are set to open 11/30.
  • Matched seats will be assigned in the same way as noted above.
  • I am still seeking clarity on how many CARE classrooms will be opened at Lafayette.
  • CARE classrooms will not be staffed by classroom teachers.
• Any student who is matched to a seat, must have up to date immunizations. Please email your health forms here: 
• Several people asked how to share feedback with DCPS leadership. Here is a website that allows you to share your thoughts, questions, and ideas:  https://dcpsreopenstrong.com/contact-us/