One day later and Radford has a new plan.
Rather than two weeks of 100% virtual learning, in-person learning will continue on Aug. 31.
The New River Valley Department of Health was able to expedite its investigation and contract tracing regarding a social gathering in the community this past weekend and found minimal exposure to COVID-19, according to Superintendent Robert Graham.
While the rest of this week will be fully virtual, starting Aug. 31, the school division’s hybrid schedule will resume.
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Students in Radford City Public Schools, regardless of grade level, will participate in virtual learning for the next two weeks.
The move from a hybrid model to a 100% virtual learning model comes after school leaders said they learned about a “recent, close social gathering” in which RCPS students, staff and parents gathered without practicing social distancing or wearing face coverings.
School leaders said they made the decision out “an abundance of caution, concern for the safety and well-being of our school community, and upon guidance from the New River Valley Health Department.”
Schools are scheduled to reopen with in-person learning on Sept. 8. School leaders said they’re working with the health department to determine if there is a need to stay completely virtual during the two-week period, or if classes can resume earlier.
During the temporary closing, there will be no extra-curricular activities, athletic practices or use of the facilities during and after school hours.
The RCPS Parent Virtual Help Center is available to help families with online learning.
Food distribution for next week will happen on Monday between 4:30 and 6:30. Any families who need assistance with food are asked to call Ellen Denny at 540-731-3647.
Source: WSLS News 10
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