WSD Families & Staff,
We find ourselves in a rapidly changing, uncharted situation. We are grateful for the guidance and support that we have received from the Vermont Department of Health, the Vermont Agency of Education, and the Governor’s Office.
On March 15 at 3:20 p.m., Governor Scott announced that statewide school closure will occur no later than Wednesday, March 18, 2020. The purpose of this message is to provide you an update of the actions the Winooski School District (WSD) will take as it relates to Governor Scott’s School Closure announcement.
First and foremost, student attendance at school on Monday and Tuesday is a family decision. For these two days, WSD’s attendance procedures will be waived, and no student will be penalized for not attending.
Secondly, Parent-Teacher Conferences scheduled for this Thursday, March 19 and Friday, March 20 are postponed and will be a priority later this school year to be rescheduled.
Third, your district leadership team will be working with our teachers and support staff to plan for the support of our students and families during the closure of school. To be clear, our primary areas of focus include the wellbeing of our students, families and staff. The plan that we are developing will strive to encompass all of the components that Governor Scott has referenced in his statement/press conference. Starting on Wednesday, March 18th, our food service team, The Abbey Group will begin making takeaway meals for families. The exact details on the schedule and pick-up/delivery options are still being sorted out. More specifics will be announced as soon as they are known.
Lastly, thank you for your patience and flexibility as we move forward. You can expect regular communication from WSD so that we are keeping you informed. Also, all information will be on our website, wsdvt.org. We are doing all we can to make sure these priorities are taken care of to the best of our abilities.
Sean McMannon, WSD Superintendent