Superintendent Sue Charochak sent this message out on Friday. It is replicated here for your reference.
Good Evening Beverly Parents, Families and Staff,
I want to take the opportunity to remind you all that we will return to our regular model of In Person/Hybrid instruction on Monday, January 11, 2021. I want to thank you for your continued partnership with us as we continue to work together to keep our schools safe. Our shift to remote learning this past week has offered us the opportunity to allow our families and staff to take the necessary precautions so that we may resume our instruction in the safest way possible. We have used this week to provide surveillance testing to staff and to ensure families had time to follow any needed quarantine guidelines to comply with the state travel restrictions. Please remember that these measures are what will ultimately provide us a better opportunity to remain open for in-person instruction for students grades PK -12.
I know that I have said this in an earlier email, but it certainly is worth repeating. Whether your child attends our schools in the hybrid model (a combination of in-person and synchronous learning which is slightly different at each level) or is a member of our Remote Learning Academy, our students have benefitted from uninterrupted, consistent instruction from our amazing teachers and staff! Throughout the year, our strategy is to plan for every eventuality, prepare for different scenarios, and utilize a variety of teaching modalities to provide the opportunity to access learning that is meaningful and addresses academics, social and emotional needs and the well-being of all our students. We believe that the proactive approach to planning ahead has contributed to our success in keeping our kids in school and to the safety of our students and staff. To date, though we have experienced isolated positive cases of COVID-19, there has been no evidence of community spread in our school community. This is a testament to the work of our administrators, all our staff, and to you, our families, working together to put the safety and well-being of our students first.
We will need to continue to work together to keep this happening. This will involve, among other things, a commitment from families to monitor your child for symptoms, keeping them home when they are not feeling well until a test can confirm whether the virus is the cause or if someone in your household is not feeling well and they may have been exposed. On our part, we will continue to comply with all safety measures of face coverings, distancing and limiting cohorts as well as contact tracing as we do our part in this effort.
Finally, I want to remind you that we continue to update our website with important information for families regarding COVID-19 and the schools. There you will find links to our district dashboard which documents active cases, and links to documents that provide general information for the school community. You may also reach out with any questions to our nursing staff at covidquestions@beverlyschools.org.
Sincerely,
Sue Charochak, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Friday, January 8, 2021
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Gr 7/8 Virtual Musical - Audition Signup Deadline Extended!
7th and 8th Graders! It's your turn! This spring we will be performing Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr. This musical brings a popular TV show to life with fun characters, rocking songs, and hilarious scene work. If you like to sing, dance, and act (VIRTUALLY) then this is for you.
See this flyer and/or follow this link for more information!! We are looking to cast 30 students in this spring's show and hope you will join us.
If you have questions email bmsmusicals@gmail.com.
MLK Video Submissions Due Today
The Beverly Human Rights Committee invites children and adults to share a brief (15-30 sec.) video reflecting on what Dr. Martin Luther King's message means to you. This might include things like reciting an inspiring quote from Dr. King, sharing messages on paper, reciting a short poem, holding a banner - or any other idea of your own!
Videos should be no more than 30 seconds in length and should be submitted to Tom Gallo (tomogallo@gmail.com) by Thursday, January 7, 2021.
These videos will be used as part of the socially distant celebration on MLK Jr. Day.
Meal Pickups Tomorrow at BHS
Days & hours for meal distribution have been adjusted so families do not have to come to the High School daily. We encourage all families to take advantage of this great program! Your participation will keep the program thriving and feed your students at the same time. Multiple days worth of food will be provided each day. Please remember to wear a mask at pickups for your safety & the safety of the staff.
- Friday 1/8- 7:15am-8:30am & 10:30am-12:30pm
- Monday 1/11 Return to regular distribution times 7:15am-7:45am & 10:30am-11:30am
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Celebrate MLK - Submit a Short Video!
The Beverly Human Rights Committee invites children and adults to share a brief (15-30 sec.) video reflecting on what Dr. Martin Luther King's message means to you. This might include things like reciting an inspiring quote from Dr. King, sharing messages on paper, reciting a short poem, holding a banner - or any other idea of your own!
Videos should be no more than 30 seconds in length and should be submitted to Tom Gallo (tomogallo@gmail.com) by January 7, 2021.
These videos will be used as part of the socially distant celebration on MLK Jr. Day.
Is Your Child's iPad Up To Date?
Help your child be sure their iPad is ready for learning now that we're back to school!
Check this presentation (or go through this checklist) with your child to be sure their operating system and apps are up-to-date so they don't miss anything, and that they are taking steps to keep their iPad operating smoothly. Remember that in order to get certain updates, the iPad MUST be plugged in overnight.
Be Brave Board Updated Today
The Be Brave Board was updated this morning with lots of great options for things to do and explore from our STEM teachers!
Students have designated time on their schedule each week to spend on BBB activities. RLA students are expected to complete further assignments or reports in their Global Apps Google Classroom, while hybrid students should be completing an exit ticket for each activity completed. A new exit ticket is posted at the top of the Be Brave Board each week.
Gr 7/8 - Sign Up Now for School House Rock Virtual Musical
7th and 8th Graders! It's your turn! This spring we will be performing Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr. This musical brings a popular TV show to life with fun characters, rocking songs, and hilarious scene work. If you like to sing, dance, and act (VIRTUALLY) then this is for you.
See this flyer and/or follow this link for more information!! We are looking to cast 30 students in this spring's show and hope you will join us.
If you have questions email bmsmusicals@gmail.com.
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
How does MLK inspire you?
The Beverly Human Rights Committee invites children and adults to share a brief (15-30 sec.) video reflecting on what Dr. Martin Luther King's message means to you. This might include things like reciting an inspiring quote from Dr. King, sharing messages on paper, reciting a short poem, holding a banner - or any other idea of your own!
Videos should be no more than 30 seconds in length and should be submitted to Tom Gallo (tomogallo@gmail.com) by January 7, 2021.
These videos will be used as part of the socially distant celebration on MLK Jr. Day.
Monday, January 4, 2021
Is Your Child's iPad Ready For 2021?
Help your child be sure their iPad is ready for learning now that we're back to school!
Check this presentation (or go through this checklist) with your child to be sure their operating system and apps are up-to-date so they don't miss anything, and that they are taking steps to keep their iPad operating smoothly. Remember that in order to get certain updates, the iPad MUST be plugged in overnight.
Gr 7/8 Virtual Musical - Sign Up By Friday!
7th and 8th Graders! It's your turn! This spring we will be performing Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr. This musical brings a popular TV show to life with fun characters, rocking songs, and hilarious scene work. If you like to sing, dance, and act (VIRTUALLY) then this is for you.
See this flyer and/or follow this link for more information!! We are looking to cast 30 students in this spring's show and hope you will join us.
If you have questions email bmsmusicals@gmail.com.
Meal Pickups Tomorrow
Days & hours for meal distribution have been adjusted so families do not have to come to the High School daily. Below are the upcoming dates and extended hours for this week. We encourage all families to take advantage of this great program! Your participation will keep the program thriving and feed your students at the same time. Multiple days worth of food will be provided each day. Please remember to wear a mask at pickups for your safety & the safety of the staff.
- Tuesday 1/5- 7:15am-8:30am & 10:30am-12:30pm
- Friday 1/8- 7:15am-8:30am & 10:30am-12:30pm
- Monday 1/11 Return to regular distribution times 7:15am-7:45am & 10:30am-11:30am
Happy New Year!
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