3-School Newsletter

Covid-19 Close Contact Students

The school district has new rules so kids who become close contacts can remain in school following these 3 requirements:

1. Be symptom free and monitor Covid symptoms for 14 days.

2. Wear a mask for 14 days.

3. Test with antigen tests or molecular tests.

The first test is done when a student is notified that he/she has been a close contact, and then again 5-7 days later. The tests can be done at school with parent/guardian permission. If the student has been positive with Covid-19 in the last 90 days and is symptom free, testing is not recommended.

The at-home Covid test kits are the antigen tests which require tests on day 1 and then 36-48 hours later. These tests are being widely sold in pharmacies and major stores and the district is now accepting antigen tests.

Our winter break is around the corner and in time for a much needed break for us all to play and just chill. Many of you will be gathering with friends and family. Perhaps flying internationally or domestically (lucky you). These at home Covid tests can be very useful if you have any concerns.

Happy Holidays!!

Nurse Yoly

Christmas Play - Everyone is hard at work on our Christmas play, "Have You Ever Wondered What Elves Do in the Summer?" The play will be available as a YouTube link that families can watch at their leisure. We will send the link out on December 17.

Volunteers / Background Checks - If you wish to participate in any field trips such as skiing, you must complete the online application which includes consenting to a background check. This is an annual requirement. Navigate to this page to complete the application.

Holiday Break - December 20 through January 3. Kids back to school January 4.

Skiing - Dates for skiing are confirmed! February 1, 8, 15, 22 and March 1, 15. Paperwork will be sent home soon.

Thursday December 16: Christmas Performance at School 6:30 pm Community invited, masks and social distancing required.

December 20-January 3: Winter Break, kids back in school on Tuesday, January 4

Skiing - Dates for skiing are confirmed! February 1, 8, 15, 22 and March 1, 15. Paperwork will be sent home soon.

Hope School PTO: The Hope School PTO will have a zoom meeting December 14th, 2021 at 4PM. They had another fundraiser. Hope is well known for the Pie Sale and the Hope School fundraiser was a success, according to the PTO President.

Employment Opportunity: We currently have a position for employment at the Hope School! This position is for a half time (.5) Reading Tutor (Title One) position. Please look for this position on our website at http://www.kpbsd.k12.ak.us/.

Volunteers and Substitute Teachers: Hope School is always happy to have substitute teachers and volunteers. Opportunity is available for both positions currently. Please consider one or both positions and visit our website for more information https://www.applitrak.com/kpbsd/onlineapp/default.aspx.

Important Dates for the Month of December 2021:

December 14th at 4:00PM - PTO MEETING HOPE SCHOOL VIA ZOOM

December 21-January 3RD, 2022: NO SCHOOL - WINTER BREAK

January 4th, 2022: STUDENTS RETURN TO SCHOOL

COVID POLICY: Covid information available on district web site https://www.kpbsd.k12.ak.us/content.aspx?id=42180

VACCINATION INFORMATION LINK: Free COVID-19 vaccinations are available for everyone age 5 and older. Find a location near you: https://dhss.alaska.gov/dph/epi/id/pages/covid-19/VaccineAppointments.aspx

Hope School Staff