COVID-19: Frequently Asked Questions
As there have been many sudden changes occurring, we would like to answer some common questions from our families and community members. This page will be updated.
1. How long will schools be closed?
(UPDATED APR. 13): Following the Governor's proclamation, all Chavez STEM Academy schools will remain closed for the remainder of the 2019-20 academic school year.
2. Will teachers assign student homework over the closure?
Our teachers have been working on developing homework assignments (such as work packets) for a potential school closure over recent weeks and will be sending that work home on the last school day before the closure, Monday, March 16.
3. Will the district keep families updated on the latest happenings?
Yes, the district will always keep families updated on the latest happenings and changes. Those updates may be found on the district's website, social sites, etc.
4. Will teachers provide students with work for student-use during the closure?
The district has been prepared for a potential closure since the start of the COVID-19 outbreak, preparing its staff for potential closures. On Monday, March 16, each teacher sent homework with their students for completion during the 6-week school closure.
5. How will the school closure affect graduation, graduation requirements, and twelfth-grade students?
As the district has launched an online learning program for students and teachers during the closure, the district observes that opportunity as regular instructional time. Therefore, the district plans to allow current twelfth-grade students to graduate at the end of the school year and students will receive credit based on their final grade on progress of their online classes. As the district is unsure of how we will progress at the moment, it is unknown whether a graduation ceremony will take place. The district is committed to notifying families on further updates and changes made.