UPDATE: Our preschool classes will begin with Distance-Learning starting Tuesday, Sept. 8; In-Person learning for preschool classes will begin Sept. 21.
Based on guidance we have received, In-Person preschool students will be required to wear masks.
If you haven't completed this week's Meal Package Order form, please do so by 8:00 pm tonight. This form helps make the process as quick and efficient as possible. We'll distribute meals Thursday from 3:00-6:00 pm at each of our schools.
https://forms.gle/TK6YfJJxUKUdHqGF9
Don't forget: If you haven't already, you'll need to fill out this week's Meal Package Order form if you plan on picking up student meals on Thursday. This form should be completed by 8:00 pm Monday. You can access this week's form here: https://forms.gle/N7BczPHYZioPh5Mc8
We handed out 20,550 meals yesterday at our distribution sites! You can complete next week's Meal Package Order form at the link below. Reminder: only complete the form once and make sure to include your child's legal first and last name.
https://forms.gle/bqV7qTbFc7vxrzYC9
Here's an important letter from MCPS School Nutrition Director Jennifer Wheeler concerning the food items we'll be distributing today.
Here's a look at some of the Kentucky Proud local produce we'll include in our weekly meal bundles! If you haven't already, complete our Meal Package Order form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeAmKPelIZm8kZIXdo4BkYK45xm5U9McVseAenGRZO0LtXgfg/viewform
As many of you have noticed, MCPS is using new communication tools. We’re still sending out voice messages, but we’ve added the ability to send out text messages as well. If you receive a text message from the school district or from your child’s school and would prefer to opt-out, simply reply to the text with ‘STOP’. You can always opt back in by replying with ‘START’.
You can help us with our communication efforts by completing the annual online registration to make sure your contact information is accurate in Infinite Campus -- this is where our call list information comes from. If you haven’t completed online registration for the 2020-2021 school year, start by visiting this site: https://www.marion.kyschools.us/Content2/20654
Also, with our new voice messaging system, when you receive a call, say “Hello” which will trigger the message. Otherwise, you might notice a short delay before the message begins.
We also encourage parents to include an up-to-date email address in Infinite Campus as well. There may be times throughout the year when MCPS or an individual school provides updates or information via mass email.
If you’re having problems with our new communication tools, please complete our Communication Issues form here: https://forms.gle/v6HZNPRT4DB6cebGA
Later this year, we’ll also move to a new redesigned website that will make finding information and school-related news much easier. Along with our new website, there will also be a mobile app available for download, which will make accessing that information even more convenient.
And as always, we’ll continue to provide information on our social media pages as well as news releases sent to local media outlets.
You can access our Meal Package Order Form here: https://forms.gle/YypHqs4iW3KCe91m9
This form includes information on how we'll distribute meals to our students while operating on Distance-Learning.
6th graders can contact Daniel Beams at daniel.beams@marion.kyschools.us for information on joining band.
For any 7th-12th grade students interested in joining the cross country team: Practice for cross country for middle and high school students will begin Wednesday, August 26 at 3:45 pm and will last until approximately 4:30 pm. Athletes will meet at the high school's fitness center and must have a current physical. Please be sure to bring water as well as appropriate running shoes and clothing. Thank you and we are looking forward to this year's cross country season. Go Knights!
With all MCPS students enrolled in Distance-Learning to begin the school year, we wanted to share our food service plan for providing meals for our students. This plan is similar to the plan we implemented in the spring, but has some very important differences.
First, we’re asking parents to fill out our online Meal Package Order Form by 8:00 pm on Monday of each week. You can access that form here: https://forms.gle/kAZVwRh4UpNiosBx8 This form will provide us with important information to help the meal distribution go as smoothly as possible.
On each Thursday, we will distribute meal bundles from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm at each of our schools. We’re also taking meals via bus to one off-campus site (Brookhaven). These meal bundles will include five breakfasts and five lunches per MCPS student.
When you show up at one of our feeding sites, you’ll be asked to provide a valid ID so that we can verify the correct person is collecting meals. We’re also asking that you pick up meals at your child’s school. However, if you have multiple children, you can collect all meals at one site.
Unlike in the spring, we can only distribute meals for students enrolled in MCPS. This is because we have yet to receive a waiver from the USDA which would allow us to provide meals to all children. If this changes, we’ll be sure to share that information with you as soon as possible.
When students have the option to return to in-person learning, we’ll make adjustments to our feeding plan and share that information with you as well.
We’re looking for our next 21st Century Director!
This position is in charge of developing and administering all facets of after school programs and summer school programs for the 21st Century program.
You can view a full job description and apply for this and other Student Support Services positions here: https://www.applitrack.com/marionky/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Student+Support+Services
Here's an important graphic from our partners at @LincolnTrailDHD
We've decided to re-open our Return-to-School form for parents who haven't completed it already. Approximately 85% of families have completed the survey, but we'd love to reach 100%. Follow the link below to access the form:
https://forms.gle/67TC9BmtiVhr2pvn7
Follow the link below to read about some of our senior softball players from MCHS along with other 5th region standouts who participated in a 5th region senior softball game:
https://stfanclub.com/the-5th-region-senior-softball-game/
The Marion County Public Schools Board of Education will have a special-called meeting Tuesday, August 18 at Marion County High School in the school’s cafeteria starting at 6:00 pm. You can view the meeting’s agenda here: https://portal.ksba.org/public/Meeting.aspx?PublicAgencyID=110&PublicMeetingID=31441&AgencyTypeID=1
The meeting is open to the public, but there will be several health-related safety protocols in place:
*Visitors should enter the school from the back patio entrance
*Each visitor will have his/her temperature taken before entering the cafeteria
*Visitors will sign-in and provide a phone number
*Visitors are required to wear a mask
*A seating chart will be recorded; families may sit together, otherwise visitors will be spread out
The meeting will also be streamed on the district’s YouTube page here: www.youtube.com/channel/UCtaAL3Gj_tEOJq3sdAFCX9A
Don't forget to complete our Return-to-School Student Info form by August 5. You'll select either In-Person or Distance-Learning for your child. You can access the form here: https://forms.gle/brz2ah1RTdCqTtcb8
For more info on our re-entry plan visit www.marion.kyschools.us
The 2020-21 MCPS Student Ambassador application is now available! Students entering grades 10-12 can apply to join the program here: https://forms.gle/jYx4XPLDmmRqWzgw6
Don't forget to complete our Return-to-School Student Info form by August 5. You'll select either In-Person or Distance-Learning for your child. You can access the form here: https://forms.gle/brz2ah1RTdCqTtcb8
For more info on our re-entry plan visit www.marion.kyschools.us
We've had some parents ask about appropriate masks for students attending school in-person. Here are the recommendations from our regional health department.
