If you have been watching the news, there is possibly a new strain of Covid that was discovered in Cypress that has properties of both Delta and Omicron and they have named it Deltacron. You may have also read in the news that we need to start changing our mindset about Covid-19. I had a discussion in carline one morning with Coach Green about Covid, measles, smallpox, etc., and how the vaccines are different. I then read an interesting article on the topic and what I learned is that the Covid vaccine is not meant to eradicate the virus as other vaccines did. It's meant to contain it to a level that would end the pandemic. If you are interested in learning more about vaccines, here is the article that was in Scientific America https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/vaccines-need-not-completely-stop-covid-transmission-to-curb-the-pandemic1/
What I'm also reading in many places is that we need to learn how to live in a world with Covid, not hide from it. A good example of how the Diocese is moving forward with this mindset is their decision about positive cases in schools. No longer are classes shutting down. Instead, students are all wearing masks and taking precautions (masks, social distancing, eating lunch outside, etc.) that allow them to stay in school. The only time the Diocese will approve closing a class or school is if there is not enough teachers and staff in the building. The best advice I can give you all is to talk to your doctor about what is right for you, continue to get vaccinated, get the booster, wear a mask if you do not feel well, and continue to maintain a healthy lifestyle. And if anyone can give me some advice as to where to buy half and half for my coffee, it would be appreciated. Did Covid take out the cows? Of course, I'm not serious, but we need to find some humor in all of this - see below :)
For some good news, our 6th graders participated in an overnight adventure to the Kennedy Space Center on Friday. How exciting it was to bring back this field trip even with the face of Omicron. Thank you Christine for taking them on this adventure! It looks like they had a good time.
For teachers, Monday's faculty meeting is s PLC (I did change this on the calendar). Middle school and Encore teachers will meet in Room 20 to discuss pages 45-54 in our book study of The Successful Middle School. Gina will give directions to the other two groups. Monday is also holy card free dress day. Teachers, please be sure you are checking uniforms. I continue to see jewelry, nail polish, logo socks, pink socks, very short shorts and skorts. I do speak to students when I see violations, but if you are not giving out uniform violations and following up by not letting them participate in free dress days, my talk with them means nothing. Review the handbook if you are unsure. On Friday I saw a female student (in an older grade) in very short shorts. When I got closer I realized she was wearing the shorts meant for grades PK-2. Once they hit grade 3rd grade, they should be wearing the mesh shorts which are longer. A couple of years ago the uniform section of the handbook was edited and I didn't realize this was changed. I will change it back for next year. It should read:
• Knit PE shorts with logo (Gr. K-2)
• Mesh PE shorts with logo (Gr. 3-8)
• PE shirt with logo
• Sweatpants with logo (cold weather)
• Red Sweatshirt with logo (cold weather)
Third grade is a transition year so some grace is given. We also allow the pull-on navy shorts in 3rd grade as needed even though that is the year they transition to flat-front zipper pants. Any student (including those in first grade) who chooses to wear the zip-up pants, must have a belt. Otherwise, they look like a plumber when they bend over.
Thank you all for your continued support and I hope everyone is feeling well this week!
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