Monday, March 16, 2020

School Closure


Well. This is definitely an unusual time. I understand that an email went out to families on Friday with information about the school closure. It wasn't sent to me (CTs got a different email), so I don't know what it said, but I am getting quite a few questions about it. I'll try to clarify as best I can here.

Here is what I know...
  • The school is "closing" effective today through April 12.
  • Students and teachers will continue to work, unless they are unable to do so. Governor Newsom's executive order states "School districts must continue delivering high-quality educational opportunities to students through other options, distance learning and independent study."
  • This closure cancels ALL Visions' sponsored activities, events, group meetings, and face to face meetings during that time frame.
  • Our scheduled meetings will be held virtually.
  • Visions' main office will be closed to the public, however, staff will be working remotely.
This closure does not effect us the way it does a site based school as we can "attend" school around it. We are already uniquely set up for that. Our students don't have to miss any attendance days, which means we don't have to worry about the possibility of extending the school year in order to make up days like site based schools might.

Please let me know if you have questions. I'll answer the best I can.

Here is the link to the most recent WIRE post.

There is a Corona Virus Update and Information page on the Wire with some information and links to the CDC, California Department of Health, and county health departments.

Stay well.
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Upcoming & Notable

All activities, events, and face to face meetings are canceled until we return from spring break.

Amador County Homeschool Connection Facebook Page



Alliance Redwoods Environmental Science Camp - Monday, March 16 - Thursday, March 19
Deadline for Sibling Enrollments & Academy Transfers - Wednesday, March 18 @ 4:30 pm
Curriculum Vendor Fair & Lifetouch picture day - Wednesday, March 18 - Carmichael
LP8 Begins - Monday, March 23
Test Practice and PFT Testing - Monday, March 23, Grace Church in Jackson (PFT is for grades 5, 7, and 9) - More info to come.
Ski Day - Friday, March 27


Last Day to Order Curriculum, Computers & Vouchers! - Friday, April 3
Spring Break - April 6 - 10
LP 9 Begins - Monday, April 20
Early Ordering Begins - Curriculum and partner vendors only, and summer vouchers for July and August services - Monday, April 22 (This date was changed because the "new" Launchpad will be up and running for early ordering. More info to come.)
FAME - Wednesday, April 29th, 9:00 lesson on Monet at 9:00.  Families can still sign up and attend, contact Traci, at 209-217-6538
Math Break-Out Box - 10:00  Wednesday, April 29th, Break-out Math Box for students in grades 6-8. Free to attend
High School Preparation - Wednesday, April 29th, 2:30.  Very special presentation by our counselor, Deanna Stevenson, to share information about high school requirements, and high school planning information.  Please respond to Deanna's email sent Feb. 11 and RSVP.  



Testing in Jackson - Tuesday, May 5th - Friday, May 8th,
*8th Grade Promotion Ceremony - Wednesday, May 6th, 12:30 - 1:30. (Tentative, more info to come.)
*Jackson Field Day - Thursday, May 14, Minnie Provis Park, 71 Church Street, Sutter Creek, CA (Possible change to presentation day at the Dalton Center in Jackson!) More info to come.
LP 10 Begins - Monday, May 18
Memorial Day - No School, Monday, May 25

*These dates are tentative.


This Week's Meeting Schedule

LP7 Agenda - Test Prep (grades 3-8 and 11)

Monday 3/16
Office Day

Tuesday
Virtual
12:30 - Charlotte

Wednesday
Virtual
12:00 - Hailee & Lyla

Thursday
Office Day


Friday
Office Day