Following Gov. Inslee’s proclamation, along with guidance from the Washington State Attorney General, we will hold the March Regular School Board Meeting online via Zoom. We will have an abbreviated agenda followed by a report on the District response to the COVID-19 closure. The public may join this meeting by calling (253) 215-8782 and entering the Meeting ID 321 435 253.
Wi-Fi During Break, Info for Students
Our awesome Tech Coordinator Kaleb wanted me to remind students to check your student email. Each of you has been sent instructions for a voucher for our new Wi-Fi server for students. We will be working on our other networks over break so please use this new system, which will provide you with our highest speeds when you come by the parking lot to download assignments, turn in work on Google Classroom, or check your messages. Please continue to practice social distancing and stay well!
Students may use Wi-Fi during closure
We were pleased to see a few students at school today, using Wi-Fi to work on their homework. Please note the social distancing. Great job, ladies!
State Superintendent Chris Reykdal on KIRO Radio
State Superintendent Chris Reykdal sits down to talk school closures with Dori Monson on KIRO Radio. Among the topics covered, Supt. Reykdal discusses possibility that school closure could last longer than April 24. Please click here to access.
WA DOH: Guidelines: What if I have been exposed to COVID-19?
Today the Washington State Department of Health provided a series of guides to give community members information regarding the COVID-19 outbreak. The second guide provides answers for people who believe that they have been exposed to COVID-19.
WA DOH Guidelines: What to do if you have symptoms of COVID-19?
Today the Washington State Department of Health provided a series of guides to give community members information regarding the COVID-19 outbreak. The third guide provides answers for people who are experiencing the symptoms of COVID-19.
WA DOH Guidelines: What if you have a confirmed or suspected COVID-19?
Earlier today the Washington State Department of Health has provided a series of guides to give community members information regarding the COVID-19 outbreak. The first guide provides answers for people who are dealing with a confirmed or suspected case.
Meal Service Closure Updated Times, Info
To combat food insecurity during the COVID-19 outbreak, Darrington School District will provide breakfast and lunch service to any youth in need (through age 18) during the closure. Grab-and-Go meals will be available for youth outside the cafeteria weekdays from 11:30am-12:30pm. Due to state regulations ADULT MEALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Resources for Parents During School Closures
For resources from Washington Family Engagement for parents during school closures, please click here
School Closure Information
Dear Darrington Students, Staff and Community:
Following Gov. Inslee’s mandate, Darrington Schools will be closed as of 3 PM today. At present we have been given a date of April 27 to resume operations. The course of the COVID-19 outbreak will determine when we are allowed to return to school.
This morning I was on a conference call with OSPI Superintendent Reykdal. He outlined five key objectives for schools during the closure. These are, in order:
1) Providing meals to students
2) Continued work, salary and benefits for school employees
3) Child care for families of first responders and health care providers
4) Assuring that the Class of 2020 graduates
5) Providing educational resources and supports to students and families
At Darrington School District we take these objectives seriously. As we move in this new direction, we are already taking steps to assure that meals are provided for students and that work continues (though in a different form) for our staff. We are exploring with community partners how to provide child care for first responder/health care families. Our teachers have sent home the first set of educational resources and supports today. I met with the Class of 2020 today, and I promised them that we will help them complete their studies, and that they will graduate at the end of this year.
Building and district offices will be open from 9am-1pm during the closure. Grab-n-Go meal service will be available weekdays from 11am-1pm outside the cafeteria. Teachers will continue to send work home to students during the closure.
My thoughts and prayers are with those who have lost their lives in the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the families impacted by this terrible illness. I want to recognize the toll that this has taken on students, families, and the staff. We ask for your continued patience and understanding as we work through this crisis. Please look for updates on our website, Facebook, and via email.
Stay well,
Dr. Buck Marsh, Superintendent
