Map Testing Information 

The following information only applies to students who have been registered for Face-to-Face instruction starting on March 9^th. For this session, Panola students will attend in Cohort A. The deadline to change your student’s instruction to Face-to-Face for this 4.5 week period has passed. Students will not be added to Face-to-Face instruction for this instructional period. No exceptions.

The next decision window for parents to notify the school of the intent to send students for Face-to face instruction will run from Monday, March 22nd – Friday, April 2nd for their child to report back for in person learning beginning on Thursday, April 29th. 

By maintaining your instructional decision, you will assist us with maintaining the consistency of the safety protocols we have put in place at our school. Providing a safe learning environment is our # 1 priority. 

 

 

If you have registered your student for face-to- face instruction, your child will begin school in Cohort A on the following days: 

Monday, March 15th & Tuesday, March 16th – Grades Pre-K – 5^th grade attend school on Monday and Tuesday only. Students will be virtual Wednesday – Friday.

Monday, March 22nd & Tuesday, March 23rd – Grades Pre-K – 5^th grade attend school on Monday and Tuesday only. Students will be virtual Wednesday – Friday.

Beginning March 29^th – All students signed up for Face-to-Face attend school Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Wednesdays remain asynchronous.

Note: Negative student behavior must be handled and resolved by the parent. Behavior is a parenting concern whereby we expect parents ensure students who return so do so in a way the ensures safety for all students and staff. 

These guidelines are in addition to DCSD Guidelines.

 

Please adhere to these simplified Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for Face-to Face Learning at Panola.  

1)        If your Face-to-Face registered student is not feeling well, we ask that the parent keep the student at home. Parent(s) will be called to pick up the ill student and given 45 minutes to arrive before the School Social Worker is called. When in doubt, keep them out to learn virtually.

2)        All students must wear a mask before entering the building and for the duration of the school day. Students will also be given a face shield to wear. Masks must also be worn on the bus. Please read the Progressive Discipline Mask Wearing document on our website.

3)        No parents/visitors will be allowed in the building. All meetings will be held virtually with staff as requested by parents. Parents can request a conference with the teacher any time needed. Teachers are available from 7:00a.m. to 8:00a.m., from 2:0p.m. to 3:00p.m. or during the daily planning period while students are at specials.

 

4)        All students must complete all assignments and submit work virtually.

5)        Students must follow the directives of staff and follow student expectations at all times. Adverse behaviors will not be tolerated. Parents will be called to pick up the student. 

6)        Parent drop-off and regular dismissal pick-up will occur in the car rider lane (follow directional signs). Early dismissal ends at 1:15p.m. Use the QR codes posted near the front entrance to enter your student’s information and speak with staff via camera. 

7)        Please make sure your contact information is current at the school. Information can be changed within Infinite Campus Parent Portal or by emailing our Registrar [email protected] 

8)        All meals served on-site at the PWES are free for all students. Ensure your student has a water bottle daily. Sodas are not allowed. Juice may only be had with lunch. DO NOT SEND GLASS BOTTLES.

 

          a. The student will be asked to adhere to current mask guidelines.                                                                   

          b. A disposable mask will be provided for the student.                                                                                               

          c. If a student continues to refuse to wear a mask, the parent will be called to pick up their student and a conference will be held to                   discuss the option of virtual instruction.                                                                 

           d. A student who continues to refuse to wear a mask will be considered insubordinate and subject to the DeKalb County School                    District Code of Student Conduct Possible Discipline Violations:

                As we return to in-person learning, there may be instances in which some students with eligible disabilities might face disability-                    related challenges to mask-wearing.   If a student may require modifications to general mask-wearing requirements due to                            underlying medical, sensory, or psychological reasons, the Individual Education Plan (IEP) or Section 504 team should meet to                      discuss and consider appropriate accommodations around mask wearing and document those accommodations in the student's                   IEP/DLP/504 Plan. In case of modifications, staff members should ensure proper social distancing is maintained when possible.                   Please communicate with the Lead Teacher for Special Education for a variety of resources for all age groups, including social                       stories and first/then visuals.