Leland CUSD #1

Updated Reopening Q & A Document - 7/22/2020 *previous responses are in black/new responses are in green. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DKH-3FVVGqp4GySiIMQUNYhVmQlvrTtFL4v86vnF8PY/edit?usp=sharing

Reopening Q & A form Attached is the Questions "common document" Mrs. Moore referred to in her letter. Also attached is a Frequently Asked Questions Document. Take a moment and read through that. If you have additional questions/concerns, please utilize the form being provided by administration to communicate those. Leland CUSD 1 is working hard to construct a plan for reopening that is the safest/best possible for our staff and students. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DKH-3FVVGqp4GySiIMQUNYhVmQlvrTtFL4v86vnF8PY/edit?usp=sharing https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfn2svPWQgreY4nywbDCeto9upApliNEU_ZN1hUI4oRwUIbVg/viewform?usp=sf_link

7/16/20 Update: Please read the attached letter from Mrs. Moore & Mr. Bickel explaining recent District updates. https://docs.google.com/document/d/11LuNeTvRwiaD8bPKNiLWgXOhjnfPxxSFEbpcsWF5upM/edit?usp=sharing

Announcement from Mr. Bickel 7/8/20. Please take some time to watch this video with an update from Leland School. A parent survey will follow. https://youtu.be/WDxQPi4vEhg https://forms.gle/NtLf1bXeuijF9cdb6

As of Friday, 6/26 when Illinois entered Phase 4 of the Re-opening Plan, the Leland School park/playground area is once again open to the public. Please be courteous and respectful of those around you and of our property.

Thank you to the district families and staff that took part in our Return to School survey. Administration is reviewing all of the responses given. Along with ISBE, RoE, IDPH, and CDC guidelines, we will take your responses into consideration as we work to develop a plan that's safe, yet provides optimal educational experiences for the students and staff of Leland CUSD #1. With all of the uncertainties facing us, one thing remains constant and that is that things continue to change! We are working to create a plan for the 2020-2021 school year. As always, we will do our best to get that information out as quickly as we can, but please be patient as we continue our journey through this unchartered territory.

Please read the attached letter from Mrs. Moore regarding yesterday's guidance from ISBE on returning to school in the fall. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1v-XRciyDxWUImhZ4nRk7gkKbNix0xOERk9X2gDnzbTo/edit?usp=sharing

Important Survey: Hello Panther families - I hope you are enjoying your summer. With many unanswered questions still hanging over us, Leland CUSD #1 is committed to doing what is best for everyone. Please take a few moments to fill out this voluntary survey in regards to Fall 2020 School opening. Along with ISBE, IDPH, and CDC guidelines and recommendations, your input is very important to us. All of your answers will remain anonymous. Stay safe, stay healthy, be well. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdjqfb2YRJY8vaW1u9WWQyV0XMx0J0ETZ7iHt8YhVkvhPRUEg/viewform?usp=sf_link

https://www.facebook.com/events/698221971032544/   On behalf of the Leland Board of Education, administration, faculty and staff we welcome you to join us as we congratulate the Class of 2020! This year our Commencement Exercise is a virtual experience. The watch party will premier Friday, June 12 - 6:00pm. We will post the link in this event once it's available.  

**6/1: Updated information regarding the playground area at Leland School.** Please read the attached message from Mrs. Moore: "Leland is in Region 2, which has entered Phase 3 of the reopening guidelines for Illinois. Because this includes parks and outdoor activities permitted for up to 10 people practicing social distancing, I mistakenly made the choice to post that our playground would be open. However, Governor Pritzker has specifically mandated that playgrounds remain closed until Phase 4. My apologies, and I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone for your understanding and compliance as we work together to follow the recommendations and guidelines for our shared health and safety." Please stay tuned for updates as they become available.

The “stay away” signs have been taken down from the school playground and ball field areas! However, please use common sense and your best judgement before using the equipment, if you are sick or have been recently exposed to someone that’s been running a fever or showing any other symptoms of illness, please do not use the equipment. You should still be following the recommended guidelines from the IDPH. As always, with our playground being on school property weapons, tobacco/other drugs, and alcohol are not allowed at any time! Please use care and respect on our grounds!

Hey Panther fans-just giving you an update! We have been very busy honoring our Seniors! Last weekend was a beautiful town wide parade, and this week we have been holding individual diploma ceremonies! Once all of our graduates receive their diplomas, we will be posting a video of their “graduation”. It’s sure to be FANTASTIC-be on the lookout for it! Here is a glimpse of how Leland CUSD 1 holds graduation 2020!

Sunday was a beautiful day for a parade! This week our grads have their diploma ceremonies. Congrats, Seniors! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vTwUUPVkWN_GeH6T30T-lS7zl-Urg5ZDtMX-oICaY_7B6WykutdG_fpc5Jdu_JQ0yGj4kEINPJqm93F/pub?start=true&loop=false&delayms=5000

I felt it was important to honor our 8th grade graduates as they completed their elementary career and move on to high school! Just like our seniors, they have missed an important celebration of this milestone. Please know we are all so proud of you and your accomplishments and wish you the best of luck in your high school careers! CONGRATULATIONS Class of 2024! https://youtu.be/yfqBhQDeum0

Daily Announcements-5/20/20. "Last Day" of 2019-2020 School Year. Pledge by Kindergartner Parker S. and an extra clip for a birthday shout out! Have a great summer - be well, stay healthy! https://youtu.be/RKc5Fbqurt4 https://youtu.be/_5LgAzs52fI

Daily Announcements-5/19/20. Pledge by Mr. Bickel and Parker along with shout outs from our MS teachers and Mrs. Cameron. July birthdays are listed. https://youtu.be/3qSnjXmNQvs

Daily announcements-5/18/20. Pledge by essential worker Deputy Rasmussen. Plus a couple teacher shout outs and June birthdays. https://youtu.be/EbG8--7soVU

Please read the attached letter from Mr. Pajkos regarding the Lions Club Summer Enrichment Program for 2020.

The Senior Graduate Parade that was scheduled today is postponed until next Sunday, May 24-2pm due to the weather. The parade route will remain the same. We truly want to honor these graduates, so please plan accordingly to celebrate them as they drive through town NEXT SUNDAY.

IT’S HERE!! Your 2020 Community Awards Program is available for viewing now! In true Awards Night fashion... it is lengthy! Watch at your leisure, but make sure to watch it through! There are so many AMAZING people in our school & community! Thank you to all! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHPigKbdiPM&t=22s