Reopening of Schools
Good morning,
Yesterday, the Governor's Office, in consultation with the Illinois State Board of Education, released guidance for schools for returning to in-person instruction this fall. I am very excited the emphasis is for students to come back to school.
It is true school is going to be far different than what we are accustomed to school being. For example, the Governor and State Board are mandating face coverings to be worn for students and adults. Also, social distancing will be necessary with no more than 50 people in any area at any given time.
In the coming weeks, I will be working with various committees of how we can implement this guidance while also maintaining the high standard of education we have come to expect at Freeburg District #70. These committees will be looking at the instructional impact, the health aspect, and the building and facilities facet to integrate a cohesive and consistent plan that will enable a safe return. Your feedback from the survey many of you completed will also be significantly considered in formulating any plans.
Over the coming weeks, we will be analyzing this guidance and determining how they will impact our district. I know everyone is anxious to know what school will look like this fall. We will be in touch with you often as we navigate this process.
Thank you for your continued patience and understanding as we tackle this issue and attempt to minimize its impact on our children.
Student Registration
Freeburg CCSD #70 will be holding online and in-person registration this year. ALL parents MUST register their child/children.
This year we will begin ONLINE registration on June 29th for all returning students. This process will be completed by signing into your TeacherEase account. If you do not have an account you will need to call the office to get one setup. Once you are logged in you will be guided through the registration process. You will need to verify all current student and contact information. You will also need to send in two proof of residency documents and complete the necessary medical forms. One proof must show ownership of home or lease (tax bill, mortgage statement, or lease agreement). You will also have the option to pay registration fees as well as add money to lunch accounts via online payments.
All registrations must be completed online and documents submitted by July 10th. If you do not complete all of the registration steps you will need to come to the school and register in person. Office hours for registration will be July 14, 15, and 16. The Main office will be open for registration from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. New students will need to register in person and are also required to show the above plus show a birth certificate and four proofs of residency. If you have any questions, please call 539-3188.
Pre-School Applications
Freeburg District 70 is now accepting applications for the 2020/21 More at Four Pre-K program. Applications will be available through July 1. Any children who live in the Freeburg School District and will be 3 or 4 by August 31, 2020, are eligible to apply. Only those families who complete the application process will be considered for enrollment in the More at Four Program. Enrollment this year will be extremely limited.
The process will be contactless and will begin with a phone interview and completion of necessary paperwork. In-person developmental screenings will be held later this summer. For more information or to receive an application, call the Freeburg District #70 Office, 618-539-3188.
Kindergarten Registration for the 2020-21 school year is ongoing! Please click HERE for complete information.
