Belvedere Elementary

Health and Safety Newsletter

9/16/20

Omaha Public Schools Community,

Throughout the past week we have outlined our plan for a phased approach to return to in-person learning with our Family 3/2 Instructional Model. Earlier this afternoon, we shared the timeline for that phased return by email. Details are also posted to our website, ops.org. Superintendent Dr. Cheryl Logan shared a video message with our community which you can view here.

The phased approach began today, with students at JP Lord School returning in person. It continues through Oct. 19, when students enrolled in high school and many of our programs return in the Family 3/2 Instructional Model. For families who feel remote learning is the best option, the Remote Learning Program will remain available. It is important to note that there will be some differences in the program that families should carefully consider. Families will have until Sunday, Sept. 20 to make a determination on in-person or fully-remote learning for the remainder of this semester.

To review the complete letter to families shared Wednesday afternoon, please click here.

We also have a Frequently Asked Questions webpage that walks through details of the plan.

Health and safety is our priority. Returning in the Family 3/2 Instructional Model allows for social distancing in addition to our layers of precautions for the protection of students, staff and families.

Please look for continued communication through this newsletter, direct emails, our district website and official social media channels.

Enhanced Cleaning Measures

School Meal Procedures

School Bus Procedures

Health and Safety Signage

OPS Health Updates

OPS 1 to 1 Technology Guide

Douglas County Health Homepage

CDC Health Guidelines

If you have additional questions, please consider which of the following department below may best meet your needs.

Contact Student Information Services at SIS@ops.org for:

• Current or past student proof of education
• Pre-K and K registration or physicals

Contact the Student Placement Office at StudentPlacement@ops.org​ for:

• Transfer requests
• Questions regarding home attendance areas

Contact Human Resources at HRInfo@ops.org for:

• Current or former staff proof of employment
• Employee payment or insurance questions
• Retirement information
• Healthcare information

Contact your child's school for:

• Technical assistance with remote learning or their district iPad or computer
• Access to Infinite Campus or parent portal
• Enrollment questions
• School-specific events or safety procedures

For health and safety related questions, please contact info@ops.org.

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