Please take the time to familiarize yourself with this and when we return for our professional development day on Monday April 13,\u00a0 it will be a focus of discussion.<\/span><\/p>\n You can find an outline for each grade level in the <\/span>Continuity of Learning Plan<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n This was also the topic of my <\/span>video Q&A<\/span><\/a> today.<\/span><\/p>\n Please do not work over spring break! It needs to be a break for us all. But remember to sign up for a <\/span>professional development session<\/span><\/a> on Monday April 13. This is an opportunity to set yourself and your students up for success for the fourth quarter.<\/span><\/p>\n Happy Spring Break! Stay safe, stay healthy and stay informed!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr.<\/span> In the last video Q&A, Superintendent Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr. answered some of your questions on: Our Proposed Calendar and Proposed Grading Revisions<\/span><\/p>\n Watch the daily Q&A video, available at 2 p.m.<\/span><\/a> or see answers to these questions in the <\/span>updated staff FAQ<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n We welcome you to <\/span>send us your questions<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n There are a number of changes to food distribution during Spring Break.<\/span><\/p>\n Please know that our normal ACPS distribution centers and sites will not be open on April 6, 8 and 10 during spring break. The ACPS meal hotline will not be operating during spring break. ACPS will resume all normal food distribution on April 13.<\/b><\/p>\n ACPS will resume normal distribution at <\/b>all ten sites<\/b><\/a> on Monday, April 13. <\/b><\/p>\n The City of Alexandria has taken measures to further reduce risk, and encourages organizations and individuals to take action, as well. The AHD is reminding the community of the importance of social distancing by maintaining six feet of personal space whenever possible, and frequently washing hands and using hand sanitizer. For other questions about COVID-19, call the Alexandria COVID-19 Information Line at 703-746-4988, weekdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n Additional updates can be found at www.alexandriava.gov\/Coronavirus<\/a>.<\/p>\n Please consider donating through ACT For Alexandria and the COVID-19 Response Fund<\/a> if you are able.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Community members who would like to volunteer should reach out to www.volunteeralexandria.org<\/a> or 703-836-2176 to register for any additional potential volunteer opportunities.<\/p>\n Continuity of School Support and Academic Advisement<\/strong><\/p>\n School Student Support Team staff, including school counselors, school nurses, school psychologists, and school social workers will be available during school hours throughout the closure. Monday – Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m staff will be connecting with students and their families. The Department of Student Services, Alternative Programs and Equity staff members are also available during this time and can be contacted by voicemail and at student_services@acps.k12.va.us<\/a>.<\/p>\n Emergency Supports<\/strong><\/p>\n If there is a crisis or emergency during the time of the closure, students and families can access the supports below:<\/p>\n We know that this is a challenging time. ACPS will continue to share information through the ACPS website, social media, and email. Please don\u2019t hesitate to reach out to your student\u2019s school counselor or school social worker with any questions.<\/p>\n Monday through Friday while our schools remain closed, ACPS TV will be screening 90 minutes of educational programming from The Smithsonian\u2019s \u201cScience How\u201d and \u201cStem in 30\u201d series in a loop all 24 hours. Use this series with your students to ensure continuity of education while schools are closed. See this week\u2019s schedule<\/a>.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t Feel Well?<\/strong> Have questions, concerns or feedback?<\/strong> Contact us<\/a> or contact your direct supervisor.<\/p>\n
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IMPORTANT REMINDER: Changes to Food Distribution Next Week<\/h2>\n
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