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SFSD will notify families as early as possible, either the night before or the morning of school closure, and the intended use of Remote Learning.
Teachers will post learning activities, resources, and materials needed in Canvas
by 9:00 am
Teachers will be available by email or Canvas messaging from 9:00 am to 3:00
pm
Students will bring their devices home before the Remote Learning Day and
return them to school on the next in-person school day.
Access to the Canvas site is available through the student-issued device, home
computer, or phone.
Student attendance will be documented by one of these options:
Engagement with the online platform
Interactions with teacher
Completion of assignments
Storms occasionally move in during the day, making it necessary to assess whether or not to dismiss school early. We choose early dismissal only under the most extreme circumstances. In most cases, it is safer for students to remain at school due to the need for transportation and proper supervision. In the rare instances when schools are dismissed early, families will receive a phone call and the information will appear on:
Our district’s website
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Also made over the local radio and television stations.
Notifications refer to dismissal “one hour early” or “two hours early” because of the number of different building schedules. In addition to noting the early dismissal, announcements about evening activities are normally included.
It is very important that every family has a plan for early dismissal. Be sure your student knows where to go in case no one is at home. Parents/Guardians are urged to talk with their students about his/her safety during winter weather emergencies.
The school system offers these suggestions concerning cold weather and emergency situations:
Listen for a phone call regarding school closings, late starts, or early dismissals. Check the District’s website for updated information. Follow us on our Sioux Falls School District social media sites for updated information. Announcements will also be made on local radio and television stations. (Please avoid calling schools or the Instructional Planning Center. Phone lines are needed for emergency communications.)
Make sure students are properly dressed for predicted weather conditions so they are prepared for walking or waiting for a bus in the cold or for being delayed on a bus in a weather-related situation.
Students should not arrive at school until the scheduled time for outdoor staff supervision or the breakfast program begins.
Develop a plan and inform your student about where your student will go if a school is dismissed early.
School officials will use their best judgment about school closings, late starts, or early dismissals, but please remember that a parent has the right to keep children home or to pick them up from school early if they feel weather conditions require this action.