Deckerville Community Schools

TRANSITION TO REMOTE LEARNING MICHAEL HUGAN March 18th, 2021 Dear Deckerville School Community, Over the last couple of days, several of our students, both secondary and elementary have tested positive for COVID-19 and were present in our schools. This has made it necessary to quarantine a large portion of the student body and several staff members. These quarantines have presented our district with significant instructional and staffing challenges, as well as concern for the safety of our students and staff members and their families. Effective Friday, March 19th, Deckerville Community Schools will transition to full remote learning for all grades, with a return to face to face instruction planned for Monday, April 5th. Students will be sent home with devices and teachers will continue to engage and instruct their students via Google Classroom. If your student(s) have issues with connectivity to the internet, please contact the high school or elementary school office. It is important to emphasize that this transition to remote learning should not in any way be considered an “early” Spring Break. Remote instruction will begin tomorrow, March 19th, and continue until Friday, March 26th. Please be reminded that Friday, March 26th is also the end of the third marking period, and students will be expected to have assignments complete by then. Career Center: Career Center students may continue with their program. A bus will be made available to transport students to the ISD and will run at its normal times. However, students will need to arrange transportation to and from the Deckerville High School campus. Food Distribution: Deckerville Community Schools will not be distributing food during this 6 day period of remote instruction. We are continuing to work closely with the Sanilac County Health Department to identify Close Contacts of School Associated Cases of COVID-19. Anyone identified as a Close Contact will be notified by the health department as a part of the COVID-19 investigation process. Please answer the phone if the health department contacts you, as a contact tracer may be trying to reach you with important information. We recommend taking action to help limit the spread of COVID-19, even if staff members or students are not experiencing symptoms: • Wear a mask (covering mouth and nose) while in public places or if people who do not live with you must visit your home. • Practice social distancing (maintaining a distance of 6 feet apart). • Practice frequent handwashing (using soap for 20 seconds or hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol). • Follow capacity restrictions of social gatherings. • Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or with the inside of your elbow and immediately wash your hands. • Stay home if you are sick; you can also get tested. Thank you for understanding that, due to medical privacy laws, we are not able to release the names of the individuals with COVID-19. We will continue to communicate changes and updates with you. With your participation, we believe we can maintain a safe environment while also providing quality education. If you have any questions, contact the Sanilac County Health Department at 810-648-4098. For answers to your COVID-19 questions, please call the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services COVID-19 Hotline at 888-535-6136 or visit Michigan.gov/Coronavirus. Sincerely, Michael Hugan Superintendent Deckerville Community Schools

March 16th, 2021 Dear School Community, As noted on our COVID-19 Dashboard https://docs.google.com/document/d/1494I-yXQHbKzU6kPs6aVIxKS4jpFnsUp8Vx68AKNkLM , on Monday evening, March15th, we learned about two school associated cases of COVID-19 in students at Deckerville Community Schools. Unfortunately, this has led to the quarantining of our Girls Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Junior High Basketball Teams. Cleaning and disinfecting of the exposed location(s) has been completed. Deckerville Community Schools will remain OPEN at this time. We are working closely with the Sanilac County Health Department to identify Close Contacts of School Associated Cases of COVID-19. Anyone identified as a Close Contact will be notified by the health department as a part of the COVID-19 investigation process. Please answer the phone if the health department contacts you, as a contact tracer may be trying to reach you with important information. We recommend taking action to help limit the spread of COVID-19, even if staff members or students are not experiencing symptoms: • Wear a mask (covering mouth and nose) while in public places or if people who do not live with you must visit your home. • Practice social distancing (maintaining a distance of 6 feet apart). • Practice frequent handwashing (using soap for 20 seconds or hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol). • Follow capacity restrictions of social gatherings. • Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or with the inside of your elbow and immediately wash your hands. • Stay home if you are sick; you can also get tested. Thank you for understanding that, due to medical privacy laws, we are not able to release the names of the individuals with COVID-19. We will continue to communicate changes and updates with you. With your participation, we believe we can maintain a safe environment while also providing quality education. If you have any questions, contact the Sanilac County Health Department at 810-648-4098. For answers to your COVID-19 questions, please call the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services COVID-19 Hotline at 888-535-6136 or visit Michigan.gov/Coronavirus. Sincerely, Michael S. Hugan Superintendent Deckerville Community Schools

Paraprofessional Position Opening Translator 5.83 Hours per day/5 days per week Anyone who is interested please see the attached qualifications and inquire by calling 810-376-3615

SENIORS!!! Graduation weekend is June 11, 12, 13. We are hoping for a Friday night (June 11th) outdoor Graduation Ceremony similar to last year. In the event that date will not work we will fall back to a Saturday (June 12th)or a Sunday (June 13th) evening ceremony. Please keep in mind we are trying to do the best we can with the information, resources and limits we have at this time. More details will follow. Thank you!

Hunters Safety

Lifetouch will be in the elementary for spring pix on March 24, 2021. Stayed tuned for additional info.

Class of 2021 Seniors...Please turn in your class dues, senior pictures and baby pictures by this Friday 02/26/21-Thank you!!!

Good evening. This is Michael Hugan, superintendent of Deckerville Community Schools. I am calling to inform you that tomorrow, Wednesday, February 17th, Deckerville Community Schools will be closed due to inclement weather. Tomorrow, Wednesday, February 17th, Deckerville Community Schools will be closed due to inclement weather. Please stay safe and warm, and have a great evening!

Good evening. This is Michael Hugan, superintendent of Deckerville Community Schools. I am calling to inform you that tomorrow, Tuesday, February 16th, Deckerville Community Schools will be closed due to inclement weather. Tomorrow, Tuesday, February 16th, Deckerville Community Schools will be closed due to inclement weather. Thank you and have a great evening!

Time is running out to file the FAFSA by the preferred deadline, March 1st, so Deckerville is hosting a FAFSA Night on Thursday, February 18th from 6-8pm in the high school library. This is a chance to receive one on one assistance while completing the FAFSA with your student. You and your student can drop by anytime from 6-8, and the FAFSA usually takes about a half hour to complete. If you have any questions, please contact our College Adviser, Heather Mahoney by calling the school or emailing her at hmahoney@deckerville.k12.mi.us

Good morning. This is Michael Hugan, Superintendent of Deckerville Community Schools. I am calling to inform you that today, Friday, February 5th, Deckerville Community Schools is closed due to inclement weather. Today, February 5th, Deckerville Community Schools is closed due to inclement weather. Thank you and have a great weekend!

The 2020-2021 Elementary yearbooks are now available to purchase online. Follow the instructions below: 1) Go to the Deckerville website – http://deckerville.k12.mi.us 2) Click on the link “yearbook purchase” under either the high school or elementary tab. 3) This tab will redirect you to the Josten's web site. 4) Elementary tab 5) If purchasing just the yearbook click the yearbook $15.00 tab. 6) Add the number of yearbooks you would like to order to the cart. 7) Fill out your name and payment options. The email option is also available. 8) Hit the checkout tab. The yearbook will be sent to the school along with the other yearbook orders. The Elementary yearbook will arrive in June 2021. **You may order a HS/JH yearbook the same way, just go through the HS/JH tab.**

Parent Teacher Conferences are scheduled for tomorrow, February 4 from 12:30 to 3 P.M. If you would like to speak with a teacher at the high school, we will be available. You can also email or call to schedule a time to speak on the phone or do a virtual meeting.

In need of meals, clothing, shelter or other essential needs? 2-1-1 is a non-emergency public service number that connects people with local resources. Dial 2-1-1 or visit 211NEMichigan.org to learn more and chat with a live agent.

January 27th, 2021 Dear School Community, As noted on our COVID-19 Dashboard https://docs.google.com/document/d/1494I-yXQHbKzU6kPs6aVIxKS4jpFnsUp8Vx68AKNkLM , on Wednesday, January 27th, we learned about two school associated cases of COVID-19 in a student or staff person at Deckerville Community Schools. Cleaning and disinfecting of the exposed location(s) has been completed. Deckerville Community Schools will remain OPEN at this time. However, the students and teachers of the classrooms which these students were in will transition to remote learning as of today. As per Health Department guidelines, these students will be able to return to in-person instruction on Tuesday, February 3rd, as long as they show no symptoms. In addition, we are working closely with the Sanilac County Health Department to identify Close Contacts of School Associated Cases of COVID-19. Anyone identified as a Close Contact will be notified by the health department as a part of the COVID-19 investigation process. Please answer the phone if the health department contacts you, as a contact tracer may be trying to reach you with important information. We recommend taking action to help limit the spread of COVID-19, even if staff members or students are not experiencing symptoms: • Wear a mask (covering mouth and nose) while in public places or if people who do not live with you must visit your home. • Practice social distancing (maintaining a distance of 6 feet apart). • Practice frequent handwashing (using soap for 20 seconds or hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol). • Follow capacity restrictions of social gatherings. • Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or with the inside of your elbow and immediately wash your hands. • Stay home if you are sick; you can also get tested. Thank you for understanding that, due to medical privacy laws, we are not able to release the names of the individuals with COVID-19. We will continue to communicate changes and updates with you. With your participation, we believe we can maintain a safe environment while also providing quality education. If you have any questions, contact the Sanilac County Health Department at 810-648-4098. For answers to your COVID-19 questions, please call the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services COVID-19 Hotline at 888-535-6136 or visit Michigan.gov/Coronavirus.

Dear Deckerville Schools Community. We are aware that several local news outlets are reporting that Deckerville Community Schools, and in particular, Deckerville Elementary School, is currently experiencing an “outbreak” of COVID-19. Although we have had several cases reported to us since January 4th, the majority have been in our high school or among staff members, not our elementary school. Many of these cases have been students or staff that were already quarantined before becoming symptomatic. One new case was reported today, originating from a high school student who was already quarantined. It is unclear why these news outlets consider the number of cases in our school district to be notable at this time. No news organization has contacted school officials, and our COVID-19 dashboard, located on our website, has been updated regularly. Please help us to continue keep our schools safe: Here are actions you can take: • Wear a mask (covering mouth and nose) when around people with whom you do not live. • Practice social distancing (maintaining a distance of 6 feet apart). • Practice frequent handwashing (using soap for 20 seconds or hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol). • Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or with the inside of your elbow and immediately wash your hands. • Stay home if you are sick.

Here are links to our virtual holiday concerts. K-4 General music vocal concert- https://youtu.be/ZLQtSaFe4xI 5th, 6th, Jr. High, High School bands- https://youtu.be/yRQI1orpU4g

The Deckerville Community School Board is serving notice that there is one vacant seat currently open on the Board. Any citizen of age 18 years or older who resides within the geographic boundaries of Deckerville Community Schools is eligible to be appointed by the Board to this seat. If you are interested in serving your school community as a school board member, you must submit a letter of interest either in person to the District Administrative Office, or via e-mail to mhugan@deckerville.k12.mi.us by Thursday, January 21st at 12:00pm. You will also need to attend the next Regular School Board meeting which is scheduled to take place on Monday, January 25th at 7:00pm in the high school library. At this meeting, the Board will appoint a new trustee for the vacant seat.

Good evening. This is Michael Hugan, Superintendent of Deckerville Community Schools. I am calling to remind that tomorrow, Monday, January 4th, Deckerville Community Schools is returning to full program in-person learning, grades pre-school through 12th. Tomorrow, Monday, January 4th, Deckerville Community Schools is returning to full program in person learning, grades pre-school through 12th. We are looking forward to having our students return to our classrooms. Please remember to wear your masks. See you in school tomorrow! Thank you, and have a good evening.

Merry Christmas and happy New Year to the Deckerville School Community! We are looking forward to seeing our students in school as we resume full-program, preschool through 12th grade, in-person learning on Monday, January 4th. Sanilac Please remember to wear your masks! An all-call reminder will be made on Sunday, January 3rd.