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Good Afternoon, this is Superintendent Tracie Bliven. Please listen carefully as the
following message applies to the instructional and transportation model for the 2nd
quarter.
If you would like to make a change for how your child attends school at Alfred-Almond
for the second quarter of the school year please contact the main office of the building
in which your child attends. The options for learning are Hybrid (in-person two days per
week, remote three days per week) OR 100% Remote (accessed completely from home
and primarily through on-line instruction).
If you would like to make a change to your child's transportation arrangements, please contact the transportation department directly.
We ask that if requesting a change to either your child's instructional or transportation model you do so no later than October 30th.
If we do not receive a request for a change by October 30th, your child will remain in the
learning and transportation model they are currently participating in through the end of
the 2nd quarter, January 22, 2021. Families will continue to have an opportunity to
reassess each quarter.
Please take a moment to complete the feedback survey if you have not done
so: https://forms.gle/7G9fn6TbpRAwnCC57 The link to the survey can be found on our
district website and social media pages.
The information contained in this message will be posted on our district website and
social media pages and sent out through Operoo should you need it for future
reference.
We appreciate the opportunity to work hand-in-hand with you to ensure your child
reaches their maximum learning potential this school year.
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HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARADE CANCELLED
Countless times during the pandemic we have had to assess the safety risks associated with an event and make a tough decision whether it should be allowed or canceled. Unfortunately, due to the nature of the Halloween Costume Parade, we must cancel this event. Classrooms will be allowed to have parties as long as treats are store-bought items. However, the wearing of costumes will not be allowed this year.
We know this is disappointing news, but we feel it is in the best interest of the health and well-being of the entire school community.
Thank you.
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Fall 10 week Instructional Model SurveyAs we approach the conclusion of the first ten weeks of school, we invite you to share your feedback regarding the instructional model that your child has been engaged in thus far (i.e. remote, hybrid). As our partners in education, your feedback is important to us. Parent input obtained from this survey will be used to reflect on current practices and to make adjustments to strengthen our instructional models to support the needs of students and families. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey below by October 30, 2020, to share your input with us. Thank you for your participation and support in this process.
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School building closed 10/2/2020
Out of an abundance of caution for our students, faculty, and staff, our school building will remain closed tomorrow, Friday, October 2. I know that closing our building is not what anyone wants to see happen; however, please know that these decisions are not being made lightly and that there is a great deal of thought behind them as well as on-going discussions with the Department of Health, our medical professionals, and the leadership team.
- All faculty and staff should plan to work remotely.
- Teachers will deliver instruction remotely during our building closure. Please note that closing our building is different than closing our school as instruction will still be delivered and student attendance is still mandatory.
- There will be no sports practices tomorrow.
Please help by doing your part in wearing your mask, washing your hands, avoiding large groups and staying home when ill.
Thank you for your continued support and understanding as we keep our community safe and our students engaged in learning.
Stay healthy, and thank you and have a good evening.
Tracie Bliven
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SCHOOL BUILDING CLOSED 10/1/2020
Good Evening,
This is Superintendent Tracie Bliven and this message is for all AACS families, faculty and staff.
I am calling to inform you that out of an abundance of caution for our students, faculty and staff our school building will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, October 1. This is being done as an extra precautionary measure in response to the increase in local positive cases. We will use this time as an opportunity to perform an additional deep clean of our building and buses.
Teachers will deliver instruction remotely during our building closure. Please note that closing our building is different than closing our school as instruction will still be delivered and student attendance is still mandatory. Students, please check in at the beginning of the school day for additional information from your principal and/or teacher(s) for the day.
There will be no sports practices tomorrow.
Faculty and staff: unless you have been notified by your supervisor directly, you are not to report to the school building.
We urge everyone to be vigilant in their hand washing, wearing of face covers, and maintaining social distance.
This closure applies to tomorrow, Thursday, October 1 only and in-person learning will resume on Friday, October 2nd. You will be notified if there are any changes in this schedule.
Thank you for your continued support and understanding as we keep our community safe and our students engaged in learning.
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Reminder to all AACS families:Please submit your application for free and reduced meals! While meals are free for all students for the time being, we need to be ready to transition back to free/reduced/paid when the USDA's funding for free meals ends. Also, district funding is dependent upon knowing how many households are eligible for free and reduced meals.The application is available here: https://
alfredalmondcafeteria. gstboces.org/index.php?page= lunchapps&sid=1589395670163 If you have any questions, please contact Tori Parmenter, Food Service Manager, at 607-276-6550 or tparmenter@gstboces.org. -
Please click on photo for Mental Health Awareness Strategies Related to the Pandemic.
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ATTENTION AACS PARENTS with children in grades 7-12: If your child plans to play a Fall Sport, please complete this form by Sunday, September 13. 2020 at 11:59 pm.
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Food Program
Starting today, students that would like breakfast and lunch for the days they attend school virtually will be able to sign up to receive meal packs. These meal packs will consist of three (3) or five (5) days of breakfast and lunch and will be available to pick up on Mondays from 4-6PM. The first pickup will be Monday, September 14.We are also happy to announce that students can sign up to receive breakfast on the two (2) days spent on campus learning.
On August 31, the USDA issued a press release stating they are extending free meals until December 31, 2020 or until the money appropriated by Congress runs out. Our interpretation is these meals will be free to students based on this press release. Congress may also appropriate more money to feed students past December 31, 2020. We will fully communicate any changes on our website.
Therefore, no student will be required to pay for breakfast or lunch, whether they are in school or at home learning. In the event meals are no longer free, the prices for meals are listed on our menu/website.
To sign up for virtual meal packs, students (or their parent/guardian) should visit https://forms.gle/
aranLCo7uRHUe7cE9. To sign up for breakfast, students (or their parent/guardian) should visit https://forms.gle/
WHGk4PHzzDSHE8PW7. Please note that once a student has been signed up, he/she will not need to sign up again until the next marking period. He/she will receive the meals throughout the marking period unless the cafeteria is notified that the student would like to be removed from the list prior to the end of the marking period.
For any questions or concerns, please contact the Food Service Office at 607-276-6550 or tparmenter@
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Parent Email for student COVID screening
COVID Screening FormPlease provide a working email address for the student COVID screening. Each parent will have to answer a series of COVID questions and record their child's temperature on the days they physically attend school. If you have more than one child, please list all children in this form. The district needs to compile parent emails so that they can be entered in the Operoo (Care Monkey) application that the district will use for the COVID screening tool. All emails will be kept confidential. Once the Operoo (Care Monkey) application has been submitted, you will receive an email from Operoo (Care Monkey) with your username and password. Please create your account before Thursday, September 10. This screening process is in accordance with DOH and NYS guidelines. -
September 2020 - Reopening Calendar for Students
This calendar is to help you visualize what September will look like for all students. Please pay careful attention to the week of September 8-11 as student attendance has been slightly altered.
We understand there may be concerns in regard to what the school year will look like. To that end, we strongly encourage everyone to embrace this year with a positive mindset and to stay focused on the exciting experiences that await. It is our goal to ensure learning is fun, engaging, and meaningful, and that it takes place in a safe and respectful learning environment.
We are eager for the new school year to start, and hope you are too!
Please click on link to view the calendar
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Please clicks on the links below for the following updates from NYSED on School Reopening
Update on Reopening Guidance from NYSED
NYSED on School Reopening FAQ's -
PUBLIC MEETINGS discussing School Reopening Plans
Monday, August 17, 2020
Reopening Public Meeting #3 Audio
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Reopening Public Meeting #2 Audio
Wednesday, August 12, 2020
Reopening Public Meeting #1 Audio
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National Immunization Awareness Month
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Alfred-Almond's Details and Guidance for Reopening
Pleasce click on the links below:Alfred-Almond CSD Details for Contract Tracing
Alfred-Almond CSD Details for COVID Testing
Alfred-Almond CSD Details for Remote Learning
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Re-Entry protocol for Faculty Staff and Students
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Please click on link to view the "Letter to accompany Declaration", from the AACS Leadership Team.
There are links inside the letter to fill out the forms.
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Congratulations, Alfred-Almond, in Leading NYS toward the accomplishment of educational excellence in student performance.
Please click on link for award certificate and letter:
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Please click on the link for the AACSD ReOpening Draft Letter for
Sept 2020
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Today, the New York State Public High School Athletic Association, Inc. (NYSPHSAA) announces its 2019-20 Scholar-Athlete School of Distinction and School of Excellence Award winners. Congratulations to our 2019-20 Alfred-Almond Varsity Sports teams for earning the School of Excellence Award. To earn the School of Excellence Award, 75% of a school’s varsity teams must qualify and receive the Scholar-Athlete team award.We are very proud of our student-athletes as they continue to excel in the classroom and on the field.
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Reopening letter to families and employees
Please click on links in letter to fill out the following surveys:
Family Reopening Survey & District Employee Reopening Survey
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Dear AACS Families,
Today, the New York State Public High School Athletic Association officials voted to set the official start date for our athletic teams to Sept. 21st. The decision comes at the recommendation of the NYSPHSAA COVID-19 Task Force. Please understand that the safety and well-being of our student-athletes is at the heart of all decisions.
As we receive more guidance, we will continue to update our families and student-athletes.Please click for the official guidance
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Alfred State online classes
11th and 12th grade students interested in taking online classes through Alfred State need to fill out the attached form and turn in to the School Counselors' Office by mail or drop off to the main office by August 18th.
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Attention Parents/Guardians of Children in Grades 6th-11th:If your child plans to participate in the upcoming 2020-2021 Sports Seasons, please have them complete the attached survey as soon as possible. The link for the survey is below. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Karleigh Ormsby, RN at kormsby@aacsapps.com.Sports Sign-Ups:
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If your child is in need of technical support while doing school work from home, please use this link for assistance:
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Upon the recommendation of the Allegany County Department of Health the Fitness Center is closed for Community use until further notice.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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Please use the following link to the website:
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BOCES Student of the Month
Ben Brown, CISCO Networking Academy
Kevin Dunning, Building Construction
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Athlete of the Month
Ayden Burdick - Boys Varsity Soccer
