SUMMER 2020 - RETURN TO SCHOOL PLAN
CENTRAL OFFICE | BRANDON VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT




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   300 S. Splitrock Brandon 57005
Phone: 605-582-2049
Fax: 605-582-7456

In collaboration with state and local officials and drawing upon the considerations of the Center for Disease Control, where practical and feasible, the Brandon Valley School District has developed a Three (3) Phase “Summer 2020 - Return to School Plan”, with the end goal of school beginning as scheduled in August.

Utilizing a phased approach will allow for the school district to implement best practices based on the current situation, allow for the timely re-evaluation of practices within each phase, and communicate in a timely manner that allows for necessary planning.

The absolute most critical component of our Return to Learning plan is a cooperative partnership with parents / guardians, staff, and students, where individuals commit to: 1) staying home if sick 2); practicing good hygiene (hand washing / sanitizing); 3) practicing social distancing, where possible.

Daily Individual Health Screening Process

All individuals must complete the "Daily Individual Health Screening Process" prior to coming to Brandon Valley School Facilities.

Daily Individual Health Screening Process - Infographic

If you have concerns about your child’s health, we ask that you contact your health care provider and/or the South Dakota Department of Health. If you have any non-health related questions, we encourage you to contact your school directly.

  • SD Department of Health Resource: (Link)
  • CDC Resource: (Link)

Protocol for Individuals Exhibiting Symptoms

We will adhere to the established protocol for any individual exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19. Specific details can be found in the Protocol for an Individual Exhibiting Symptoms document.

Protocol for Individuals Exhibiting Symptoms - PDF

If necessary, the Summer 2020 - Return to School Plan phase strategies may be altered in response to Covid-19 developments.

Following in-depth collaboration with state and local health officials, Phases 1 - 3 of the Summer 2020 - Return to School Plan is as follows:

Brandon Valley School District is OPEN with the following measures:

The following procedures are effective June 1-30, 2020. In accordance to the CDC, individuals are recommended to wear a cloth facemask and practice social distancing where possible.

  • No non-essential out of district staff travel
  • No outside organization “indoor facility” use permitted
    • Excludes “essential” childcare services
      • On-site childcare services must follow maximum number participant criteria
      • Rigorous cleaning / disinfecting procedures completed by vendor, as outlined in usage agreement
  • District Sponsored programming is allowed with the following criteria
    • Maximum number of 10 students/participants per facility space
    • All District Sponsored programming is Voluntary
  • District Sponsored “Academic Programming” available to eligible students
    • Special Education: Extended School Year
    • English Language Learners: Summer School
    • BVHS Credit Recovery: Summer School
    • Drivers Education Class
  • District Sponsored “Activity” Programming is limited to Brandon Valley Students grades 9-12 (for the 2020-21 school year)
  • Transportation services for mandatory programs will be provided as follows:
    • Driver / Riders recommended to wear cloth masks
    • Busses / Vehicles are sanitized before / after route
  • All BVSD facilities routinely sanitized / disinfected when District Use is in session
    • Supervisors are responsible for establishing, coordinating, and completing administratively approved Safety / Cleaning Plans

Brandon Valley School District is OPEN with the following measures:

The following procedures are effective July 1-31, 2020. In accordance to the CDC, individuals are recommended to wear a cloth facemask and practice social distancing where possible.

  • No outside organization “indoor facility” use permitted
    • Excludes “essential” childcare services
      • On-site childcare services must follow maximum number participant criteria
      • Rigorous cleaning / disinfecting procedures completed by vendor, as outlined in usage agreement
  • District Sponsored programming is allowed with the following criteria
    • Maximum number of students / participants is limited to 50% Occupancy
      • Graduation July 19, 2020: Mr. Mark Schlekeway, BVHS Principal will disseminate details regarding Graduation in the near future.
  • District Sponsored “Academic Programming” available to any eligible student
    • Special Education: Extended School Year
    • English Language Learners: Summer School
    • BVHS Summer School
    • Driver Education (Classroom & Driving)
  • Transportation services for mandatory programs will be provided as follows:
    • Driver/Riders recommended to wear cloth masks
    • Hand Sanitizing on / off transportation
    • Busses /Vehicles are sanitized before/after route
  • All BVSD facilities routinely sanitized / disinfected when District Use is in session
    • Supervisors are responsible for establishing, coordinating, and completing administratively approved Cleaning Plans
  • District Sponsored “Activity” Programming is limited to Brandon Valley Students grades 9-12 (for the 2020-21 school year)
  • Student participation in Academic / Activity Programming is voluntary

Brandon Valley School District is OPEN with the following measures:

  • Adherence to the COVID-19 Response Plans (District & SDHSAA)
  • Suspension of non-school / outside organization school district facility use, excluding Before and After School Childcare
  • All non-school affiliated activities held in school facilities are canceled
  • Elimination of all school attendance incentives (Semester Test Exemption, etc...)
  • Enhanced cleaning with hospital grade cleaning products
  • Increased hand sanitizer availability
  • Suspension of school facility access to Mentors, Visitors, and Volunteers (except as required for return to school programming)
  • Suspension of Field Trips
  • Non-essential Staff Professional Development Travel is canceled

Preventative measures for the spread of respiratory illness include:

  • Strong recommendation for the use of a cloth face covering
  • Frequent hand washing with soap and water for approximately 20 seconds
  • Use of an alcohol-based hand sanitizer
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
  • Covering coughs or sneezes with a tissue
  • Staying home when sick