Welcome back Falcon Families!

I want to start by saying thank you. Thank you for believing in us, being patient with us, and trusting in us as we move forward under these extreme conditions created by this epic event. The guidelines from local, state and federal agencies have helped frame our reopening plans for Perry Township Schools. Our top priority is the health and safety of everyone in our learning community promoting our inclusive spirit and appreciation for the diversity of our students we serve.

We are confident that we are addressing the many health concerns that are present with this virus. Our goal is to continue to do our very best to maintain a safe learning environment for all our students, faculty and staff at PMHS. Our safety plans are fluid to ensure refinement, if necessary, as we navigate the uncertainty of the moment, the day and even a given week.

This plan includes: (1) Changes to our school environment, (2) Enhanced cleaning protocols, (3) Safety measures dealing with COVID-19, (4) Bell Schedule -Traditional and Virtual and, (5) Hallway traffic patterns. It will take some time to acclimate to these COVID measures we are taking which will allow our students to continue to excel in their school life. I anxiously wait for PMHS to reopen and look forward to yet another outstanding school year.

Your Partner in Education,

Kert F. BoedickerPrincipal

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Virtual Registration: The walkthrough video is now available in English, Spanish, and Chin. This on-line tutorial can help you through the process: Parent Information YouTube Playlist.

July 21, 22 and 23 - Student pictures/IDs will be taken. These pictures will be your school ID as well as your yearbook photo so please dress appropriately. Students may come on any of the following days. IDs/Lanyards will be required when on campus as part of our safety protocols.

July 21 - 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM July 22 - 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM and 1:00 PM - 7:30 PM July 23 - 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM and 1:00 PM - 7:30 PM

July 21 - Class of 2024 (Team 24) Virtual Parent Meeting at 6:30 p.m. Format will be determined

July 22, 23 - Link Crew Orientation for Freshman Student Only (Team 24)

July 27, 28 - Senior Parking Permits (StudentSqaure message forthcoming)

July 29 - First Day of Classes at PMHS

August 6 - Central 9 will begin classes on Thursday, August 6. Any student who attends C-9 will be expected to attend PMHS classes in the morning starting our first day, July 29th.

August 8 - Virtual Back-to-School Night from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m

Lucas Klipsch, Assistant Principal Lauren Buesking, Assistant PrincipalAndy Cottingham, Counselor Machy Magdalinos, CounselorYvonne Thompson, Master Teacher Kris Brennan, Master Teacher

Zach Ervin, Assistant Principal Sarah Brewer, Assistant PrincipalStephanie Morrow, Counselor Doug Hadley, CounselorSandy Powell, Master Teacher Andrew Repay, Master Teacher

Brad Miller, Director of Counseling Carissa Walls, Team 21 and Team 22Rebecca Shull, EC/College & Career Counselor Amanda Davidson, Team 24 and Team 23Robin Mills, Transition CounselorTracey Kappel, Social Worker t

Doug Schornick, Athletic DirectorEmily Steinmetz, Assistant Athletic Director

Kevin Mower, Vincennes University Site DirectorMartha Cook, Director

RIGHTS RESPONSIBILITIES - “OWN IT”

Safety Wear school-issued lanyard and ID when on our campus - no exceptionsCell Phone Management – Appropriate use for an educational purpose Masks must be worn at all times (classroom, hallway, bus) - Removed for lunch

Academic Integrity

Attend school or learning opportunity every day and give your best effortBe on time for every class or remote learning session – Be prepared to learnDo your own work – Academic Dishonesty is not tolerated

Self-respect Dress appropriately, modest appearance guideline for school (unduly revealing standard)Speak appropriately to peers and teachers and practice online etiquetteBecome involved in your school through student activities – respect others’ space

“With every right there is an inherent responsibility”

“A level of quality and achievement”1. Attend school everyday or attend to the remote learning tasks for that day (Canvas)2. Be present in the moment, focus in the moment and give your best effort in the moment.3. Be prepared to learn and have all the necessary materials for every class, remote session4. Treat people with civility, respect and patience in all interactions including online.5. Take ownership of your actions and your academic responsibilities as a student.

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● Family events will be held in a virtual format (Registration, Open House, Student Conference).

● Limited student events will be held in person.○ Multiple Freshman orientation times will be offered to reduce the number of students

attending each event, July 22nd and July 23rd.○ Masks and social distancing will be requirements for these events.

● A new bell schedule is being created to increase the number of lunch periods and reduce the amount of time students are in the hallways throughout the day.

● Students will be required to immediately report to classrooms upon entering the building each day. Students will not be allowed to congregate in hallways before school or during passing periods.

● Visitors will be limited to the building until further notice. There will be plexiglass barriers installed in all offices. Parents picking up students will be required to wait outside.

● All students and staff will be required to wear a mask upon entering the campus and not permitted in the building without a mask.

● Changes will be made to classroom seating arrangements to create more personal space.○ Desks will be set in rows facing the front of the classroom.

● Teachers will minimize the sharing of supplies,clean supplies between uses or create individual kits (e.g. Art kits).

● While group work may still be used, students will appropriately distance themselves in groups and are required to wear masks.

● Teachers/staff will be required to wear masks while in close interaction with students.● Locker rooms will not be used for Physical Education classes, no swimming classes.

● Increased number of lunch periods to four (4) to reduce the number of students in each lunch period and promote social distancing. Other large space areas will also be used.

● Seniors will eat lunch on the Senior Patio when weather permits, 12E is an inside option.● Students will be assigned to areas of the cafeteria and sit with their lunch period class.

This is designed to reduce student to student contact and enhance tracing if a student tests positive for COVID-19.

● NEW: Hallway lockers will not be used this school year, book bags are permitted.● Our block bell schedule will reduce the number of passing periods each day.● Passing period times are reduced, our hallway traffic will be one-way (see maps).● Upon dismissal from a class, students will be expected to report directly to their next class.

○ Students will not be allowed to congregate in the hallway during passing periods.● Students must wear masks during all passing periods, no exceptions.

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Increased number of hand sanitizer stations in key locations in the buildingHand sanitizer stations at the entrance of every classroom

Throughout the school day in classrooms, cafeteria, and other common areas will be disinfected and cleaned. Each evening by custodians for enhanced cleaning protocols

MStudents and staff will be required to wear a mask at all times. There will be situations when masks may be lowered, to eat lunch and some outside activities that require exertion. Social distancing will be required during passing periods.

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Students and staff must be fever-free for 72 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication before returning to school and be COVID symptom-free for 10 calendar days before returning to school.

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Professional development will be provided to all staff at the start of the school year on symptoms and screening measures.

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SEPARATE CLINIC LOCATIONSDesignated clinic locations will be created for students displaying symptoms and waiting to be picked up by guardian.

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SEATING CHARTSStaff will be required to assign seats on buses, in classrooms, and in sections of the cafeteria. Students must strictly adhere to these seating arrangements.

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HAND WASHINGStaff and students must practice good hand washing practices throughout the day.

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WATER BOTTLESStudents will be allowed to carry water bottles. Students are responsible for their own water bottle, no sharing. All water fountains will be OFF LIMITS until further notice.

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CAFETERIAAn increased number of lunch periods and eating locations will be created to promote social distancing.

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NO OUTSIDE FOOD DELIVERYStudents will not be permitted to have food delivered during the school day.

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C● Student or staff member will be excluded from school● Student can return when “yes” can be answered for the following questions

○ Has it been at least 10 days since the individual first had symptoms?○ Has it been at least 3 days since the individual had a fever without the use of

medication?○ Has it been at least 3 days since the individual’s symptoms have improved, including

cough and shortness of breath?

● Student or staff member will be excluded from school● Student or staff member can return to school 10 days from positive test granted no

symptoms developed.

● Student or staff member will be excluded from school● Student can return when “yes” can be answered for the following questions

○ Has it been at least 10 days since the individual first had symptoms?○ Has it been at least 3 days since the individual had a fever without the use of

medication?○ Has it been at least 3 days since the individual’s symptoms have improved, including

cough and shortness of breath?

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PERRY MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOLSTUDENTS WITH COVID SYMPTOMS AND NOT TESTEDPer the Marion County Public Health Department, students with new onset symptoms of COVID must be excluded from school and stay home for 10 days from when symptoms first appeared. They also must be fever-free without medication for 3 days and have improved symptoms for 3 days before returning to school.This means any student who newly develops any ONE of the following symptoms will be sent home, unless it is determined to be due to another ailment or the student’s baseline:

● Fever of 100 degrees F or greater● Cough● Shortness of breath / difficulty breathing● Fatigue● Sore throat● Chills● Muscle or body aches● Headache● New loss of taste/smell● Diarrhea● Nausea or vomiting● Nasal congestion / Runny nose

If any of these symptoms is a part of another ailment (i.e., seasonal allergies), we need a note from a medical provider for the student to return to school before 10 days has elapsed. If we have a doctor’s note or signed medical plan on file that says one of the above symptoms is typical for the student due to another health condition, we can allow the student to remain at school unless additional symptoms develop.If the student goes to the doctor and receives an alternative diagnosis (i.e., strep throat), the student can return to school per our guidelines for non-COVID diagnosis:

1. Fever/chills/generalized body aches – May return when temperature is below 100.0 F for 72 hours without fever reducing medication

2. Undiagnosed rash – May return once determined non-contagious by a physician. Physician guidelines for return must be followed

3. Sore throat/throat infection – May return after 24 hours of antibiotic treatment if seen by a physician and note to return has been given.

4. Eye discharge and redness – May return after evaluation by physician with return to school note and 24 hours of antibiotic treatment if needed.

5. Other illness or absence from school related to health care concern – May return with written doctor release to return to school.

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