COVID-19 update for families: April 24, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves, there are ongoing questions about how our schools are impacted. We are committed to communicating with families regularly in order to keep you informed.

Message from Superintendent Sicoli

Governor Walz has ordered the state’s public schools to remain closed for the remainder of the academic year to limit the spread of COVID-19. This means that distance learning will continue until June 9 for all Roseville Area Schools, except Harambee, which will continue distance learning through at least June 30. Please note that there will not be distance learning on Friday, May 1, and Monday, May 4. Additionally, the Minnesota State High School League canceled the spring athletics and fine arts season.

I expect this news is disappointing to most of you. This is not how the last three months of any of our students' year was supposed to go. I want you all to know that I share in your sadness of this loss. Schools are designed to bring students and adults together in a connected learning community. The separation from our buildings and from each other has been unsettling for us all.

For our seniors, I believe that the governor was right when he said yesterday that the class of 2020 will not be defined by staying home and missing proms and missing graduations, but will instead be defined by understanding how interconnected our world is and what it means to come together and solve hard problems.

I extend my appreciation to our students, families and staff who have been doing everything they can to make the best of the situation. Students and teachers are connecting in different ways and learning together through distance learning. It’s been heartening to see our school community extending so much support, encouragement and grace to our students and staff this past month. It’s clear that we all miss each other, and we appreciate everyone’s best efforts during these trying times.

I am sure many of you have questions about what the remainder of a virtual school year will look like for our students, including questions about end-of-year traditions and celebrations like graduation. At this point, we just don’t have all the information we will need to provide those answers. But please know that we are already working on ways to address these questions and more. We will continue to keep you updated through these messages, and through messages directly from your students' schools.

Thank you for your extraordinary patience and understanding.

Aldo Sicoli
Superintendent

No distance learning May 1 and May 4

The governor's order calls for no distance learning to occur on Friday, May 1 or Monday, May 4. This will allow schools to conduct professional development and prepare for completing the school year via distance learning.

We serve meals to all students 18 and under

We are providing free curbside breakfast and lunch to all students ages 18 and younger between 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on weekdays at Brimhall, Central Park and Little Canada, or at more than 20 locations throughout the district. Visit bit.ly/RosevilleFoodMap for info!

Distance learning survey

We'd like to hear from families about distance learning. Please complete this survey to let us know what is working, what could be better and if you have any other feedback. Your feedback is anonymous.

Nos gustaríamos escuchar de las familias de Roseville sobre su experiencia con el aprendizaje a distancia. Favor de dejarnos saber que es lo que ha funcionado bien y qué es lo que podría ser mejor. Les pedimos que comparten cualquier tipo de comentario. Si usted tiene más que un hijo/a, puede rellenar esta encuesta varias veces o solamente una vez. Lo que usted prefiere. Todos sus comentarios serán anónimos.

Will fees be reimbursed?

Our finance department is coordinating the refund of fees. Fees paid electronically will be reimbursed in that same fashion. Fees paid by check or cash will both be paid by check and sent to parents'/guardians' homes via U.S. Postal Service. Refunds will be issued no later than May 15.

Meals

Unused lunch balances will remain in student accounts until utilized. If a refund is preferred, please call nutrition services at 651-628-6445 or visit the district’s website.

Athletics and activities

Due to complexities in athletic and activity fees, a plan for each activity is being developed and will be communicated when available.

Transportation fees and parking permits

Multi-term permit holders will receive a partial refund of their fees and Trimester 3 parking permits will be reimbursed in their entirety.

Technical support during distance learning

Do you have technical assistance needs in participating in distance learning? Our Distance Learning Support webpage has links to monitor the status of Seesaw and Schoology, and information on how to receive technical support from staff.

The Food Shelf at Roseville Area High School is open to all

The food shelf at Roseville Area High School is open on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Any family from the Roseville Area Schools community can access the food shelf as needed.

Learn more about the Roseville Area Schools Food Shelf at RAHS.

Contact one of our cultural liaisons if you need help iwth school paperwork or communicating with school staff.

Click for more information about our cultural liaisons.

Where to learn more

Please continue to check isd623.org/COVID19 for updates, resources and information for students, staff and families.

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