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Updated: April 20, 2020

Dear Parents and Guardians,

With a heavy heart and mixed-emotions we would like to share the announcement that Gov. DeSantis made on Friday, April 17, 2020.

Governor DeSantis and Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran have decided that all Florida public and private school stay closed for the remainder of this school year. This means that Team Success students will continue online/distance learning until May 28, 2020.

This having been said, students are required to complete all of their assignments online. Our teachers will continue to work with your students. Please reach out to your child's teacher with any questions. They are available 8 am - 4 pm, Mondays-Fridays by email, phone, Remind app, Dojo, or text messages. The completion of the assignments will count towards attendance as well as grades for the 4th quarter.

Teachers and all staff members are deeply disappointed that we will not have the chance to close the school year with our students present. This is an extremely unique situation and we are trying to do our best to finish up the school year strong, even if we won't have the opportunity to see the students in person.

We would like to thank you for your continuous support! Please stay safe and healthy!

Florida Extends Distance Learning Through Remainder of Academic Year

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., April 18, 2020 – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran recommended that all Florida public and private K-12 schools continue distance learning and keep school campuses closed through June 3rd, the remainder of the 2019-2020 academic year. Vice President Mike Pence and U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos recently announced that Florida is setting the pace nationwide for distance learning.

Florida’s school districts have worked diligently with the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) to operationalize their distance learning plans by March 30, and FDOE provided that same support to public charter schools and many private schools, ensuring continuation of the best possible educational services throughout Florida.

“Although COVID-19 has been a huge disruption for Florida students and educators, Florida teachers have done a fantastic job leading the nation in distance learning. Our number one goal is to ensure the safety and security of students and to provide a great education. At this point, opening school campuses would cause a massive shift for our students, teachers and families who have done a great job of adapting to distance education,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “Florida’s education community has risen to the occasion, Florida students are resilient, and I am proud of Florida’s educators. We will do everything we can to continue supporting distance learning throughout the state.”

“Today’s recommendation to continue distance learning, will give our students, their families, teachers and our school leaders the ability to maximize student learning, while ensuring everyone’s health and safety continues to be our first priority,” said Commissioner Richard Corcoran. “As students continue to excel in distance learning, we will continue to work with superintendents, school administrations, colleges, teachers, parents and students to implement best practices, resources and support systems to ensure positive educational outcomes for those most affected.”

In March, FDOE also announced the cancellation of spring 2020 state assessments, meaning that schools gained back instructional time that will allow local districts and schools to still end the school year based on their local calendars.

For more information on COVID-19, please visit http://www.fldoe.org/em-response/index.stml.

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For more information about the Florida Department of Education, visit www.fldoe.org.

I hope this newsletter finds you and your family safe and healthy. This is our third 5th week of e-learning. Team Success understands that everyone is in an extremely unique situation. We appreciate your support during these difficult times. You have done a wonderful job with helping your child transition from classroom instruction to online learning. Please continue to check our website for updates and pertinent information or join the mailing list for the newsletter. Just click on the FOLLOW BUTTON and enter your email address.

In my last newsletter, I introduced Yesenia Reta to you as our mental health support. I encourage you to reach out to her with any questions about how to deal with anxiety and stress during this pandemic. Please see her information below and watch her introduction video (newsletter for week 2).

Please be safe!

The School District of Manatee County will be providing Free Grab 'n Go meals for students 18 years and younger. Children (18 & younger) will receive lunch for the day and breakfast for the next morning. Please check back regularly as these sites and times are subject to change.

Spectrum offers free access to internet and WiFi for 60-days for new Pre-K to 12, college student and teacher households who don't currently have internet or WiFi service. This discount will be applied as a credit for your first two months of internet services. See link for details!

Email: nhowe@teamsuccessschools.com
Website: teamsuccessschools.com
Location: 202 13th Avenue East, Bradenton, FL, USA
Phone: 941-714-7260