The district continues to monitor the very dynamic COVID -19 situation in our country/world.
It is understandable we are all wondering what the days ahead might hold. As a reminder to families, the district’s response to the outbreak was to close school by extending an already scheduled spring break, in an effort to slow the spread of the virus. Should it be determined to extend this closure beyond March 27, educational services will be provided to our students at that time. During this extended spring break (March 16-27), we want to assure families learning is not lost. We all know our children learn valuable lessons from experiences and conversations outside the school walls. While our teachers excel in providing high quality and critical instruction, this time and space away will not lessen their academic growth. The school district will continue to plan for educational access after spring break; in the meantime, our children will enjoy (and learn!) with a little longer spring break!
Beginning immediately the school district will provide meals and connection to community resources as needed. Meals will continue to be available between 11-1:00 pm each day at Avery Parsons and delivery is available by contacting emily@cornerstonechurchbv.com. Our school counselors and Sol Vista are also available to support families. Please see the information below from our counselors.
From your district school counselors: During this next week, we would like to let our families know that we are available to offer support. Please feel free to contact us directly through our school emails.
Jeanne Shane BVHS at jeannes@bvschools.org
Natalie Moore CCHS at nataliem@bvschools.org
Amie Urbine BVMS at amieu@bvschools.org
Michelle Cunningham APES at michellec@bvschools.org
Shaundra Moss The Grove at shaundram@bvschools.org
Or you may call 719.395.7099 to leave a message and you will be connected with a school counselor.
Also, please note these additional resources and let us know if you need further information:
-SolVista Mental Health 719-539-6502 or https://solvistahealth.org/
-Colorado Crisis Services number is 844-493-8255 or text TALK to 38255.
-Chaffee County Resources for Health and Wellness at www.chaffeeresources.com
We all share uncertainty about the future, our health, the health of others, our finances, the finances of others, and more. Continue to care well for yourself and others. It will not always be this way. Remember to reach out for help as you need.
Sincerely,
Lisa Yates
Superintendent
Buena Vista School District
