Reopening School in August

Springdale Public Schools- July 15, 2020 Update

Springdale Students, Parents/Guardians, Teachers, and Staff,

At the July School Board meeting, the School board of Springdale Public approved a temporary policy to require face coverings for staff and students when social distancing is not possible.

This requirement includes any time a student is on district property, district-owned transportation or school-sponsored activities. Students will be able to remove face coverings while eating meals or snack, and will be given breaks throughout the day.

Students will be placed at least six feet apart during face-covering breaks. The Springdale School District is providing two washable coverings for each student.

Additionally, due to the governor of Arkansas moving the start date of schools, a new revised Academic Calendar was approved. Teacher inservice will begin August 11th.

We know that having warm water in every building in the school district is important! We are installing hot water heaters in 7 of our schools: Walker, Westwood, Parson Hills, Elmdale, Jones, Lee, Smith, Southwest, Central, and Springdale High School.

Every building in the Springdale School System will have warm water for washing hands!

Our curriculum and instruction team released more information explaining details of what Blended Model Learning will be for the upcoming school year.

The Springdale School District is committed to helping each student reach his or her full potential. Personalized learning has been and will continue to be our focus. We look forward to partnering with each of you in the creation of a culture focused on caring and safety as we navigate this new educational landscape together.

Dr. Jared Cleveland

Superintendent of Springdale Schools

Largest School District in Arkansas Prepares for Reopening

With about 22,500 students in kindergarten through 12th grade, the Springdale School District is the largest in the state. The district also has many

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Get to know the new Academic Calendar for 2020-2021

Click here to see new Reopening School Webpage

PARENTS AND STUDENTS HAVE CHOICES

CLICK: Read Springdale Schools Ready for Learning Plan

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Onsite Learning

Under direction of Governor Asa Hutchinson, school will begin with onsite, face to face instruction no later than August 26.

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The safety of children and adults is of utmost priority.

Current guidelines can be located in the above links regarding the district plan. Additional information will be released closer to school starting. Onsite instruction would shift to remote learning in the event there is a school or classroom closure due to Covid-19. Remote learning will occur online. Students will be provided with technology and supplies in the event of closure. The district is currently working on a plan to support Wifi access as well.

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For more information on the safety measure we are implementing in our buildings, see the section on safety.

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Blended Learning

Parents may choose a blend of on-site instruction at their zoned school and remote learning. In this learning model, students will be involved in asynchronous remote learning. Parents will communicate to the school their plan for blended learning.

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-Asynchronous Online Learning - Methods of asynchronous online learning include self-guided lesson modules, streaming video content, virtual libraries, posted lecture notes, and exchanges across discussion boards or social media platforms.

Please contact your zoned school by July 31st to enroll in this option.

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Virtual Learning

Virtual learning is available through our Virtual Innovation Academy (VIA) at Don Tyson School of Innovation (DTSOI), which is open to grades Kindergarten through 12th.

Kindergarten - 5th grade

Elementary students enrolled in VIA engage in both synchronous and asynchronous online learning models. Methods of asynchronous online learning include self-guided lesson modules, streaming video content, and virtual libraries. Methods of synchronous online learning include small group instruction, one on one conferencing, and read aloud.

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6th - 12th grade

Secondary students enrolled in VIA, engage in an asynchronous online learning model. Methods of asynchronous online learning include self-guided lesson modules, streaming video content, virtual libraries, posted lecture notes, and exchanges across discussion boards or social media platforms. Due to the 100% asynchronous online learning model, VIA DTSOI’s instructional model is not impacted by COVID-19.

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You must enroll by July 31, 2020.

Safety

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Hand Sanitizer Stations

Will be installed in every classroom. Students will use hand sanitizer every time they move from one area to another.

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Touchless Water Bottle Filling Stations

Will be installed throughout the School District. Water fountains will no longer be used.

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Face covering

Springdale Schools will provide Face coverings for all staff and students and allow up to $20 of reimbursement for teachers

We are installing hot water heaters in 7 of our schools:

Walker, Westwood, Parson Hills, Elmdale, Jones, Lee, Smith, Southwest, Central, and Springdale High School.

Every building in the Springdale School System will have hot water!

Disinfecting Surfaces

Sanitation and cleanliness is a high priority in the Springdale School District. Classrooms, buses, restrooms, and frequently touched surfaces (door knobs...) will be cleaned continuously throughout the school day. We have continued to purchase disinfectant sprays to quickly sanitize rooms between usage.

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We have a new registration system. All students (including students who were enrolled for the 2019-2020 school year) must have their information updated using this system. Click here to begin.