Submitted by Centralia School District
As you know, we are facing an unprecedented public health crisis in our state.
We have kept our schools open as long as possible, as recommended by state and local public health authorities. We know that in addition to education, schools provide vital support to our communities and that closure will have a major impact on our families.
Today, Governor Inslee ordered all K-12 schools statewide to close from March 17 through April 24. The earliest day school might resume is April 27. All extracurricular activities, including athletics, are suspended during the closure.
Buildings will be open on Monday, March 16 only from 8:00 a.m. – noon for families to access items they need to get such as medications from the health room, items from lockers, etc.
We will be providing breakfast and lunch to school-aged children. Details about distribution will be coming soon.
We wanted to get the message about school closure out to you as soon as possible. We are currently in the process of developing district plans to support students with non-educational services that might be available in our community. Further communication regarding these services will be forthcoming.
We will maintain a continuous flow of information, even during our closure. Please follow our websites, social media, and ensure that we have your correct contact information in Skyward.
Public Health Guidance
We encourage you to continue to follow existing guidelines to protect your own health. The Washington State Department of Health recommends:
- Wash hands with soap and water for 20 seconds; use alcohol-based sanitizer if no water is available
- Avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
- Avoid close contact (within 6 feet) with those who are sick
- Stay home if sick Note: Temperature should remain normal (below 99.6 F degrees) for 72 hours without any fever-reducing medication before returning to work or school.
- Cover a cough or sneeze with a tissue, throw the tissue in the trash, wash hands
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched object and surfaces
If you have other COVID-19 questions please visit our website FAQ or the Washington State Department of Health website.
We recognize that this disruption in our normal school year has an impact on our students, our families and our staff. We know that this exceptional moment has prompted lots of conversation and questions which we will address in the coming days.
Please continue to visit our website for the most current information from our district. We want to express our appreciation for the patience of our Centralia School District community as we work through the daily challenges COVID-19 has presented to all of us.
We will miss having you and your children in our schools, and we look forward to your return!
