Information for Parents and Guardians
Parents,
Our District has made provisions for teaching and learning to continue through April 17, 2020. All AMI work given to students during this period will be graded and count towards students’ second semester final grades. Our goal is to ensure that all students receive quality learning opportunities during this time period. Please note the following processes that we have put in place to ensure continuity of services:
1. March 23-March 31: Lunch and breakfast items will be available for students at the front drive-through of the Gina Cox Center.
2. March 30-March 31: You will be contacted by your school to determine if you have internet access, computer devices, and if you need breakfast/lunch services.
3. April 1: All content will be loaded in Google Classroom and shared with students through their school issued email. All students will be expected to access classwork through this platform. We will share information with you on how to utilize the platform. If you do not have the internet, AMI packets are available and will closely match the online learning.
4. April 1-April 17: Lunch and breakfast will be delivered to each bus stop. Please let your child’s teacher or school know when you are contacted if this is a service that your child(ren) can benefit from. Lunches and breakfast items are free. Parents of students who do not ride buses can pick up student lunches in the Gina Cox Center drive-through in the front of the building.
5. If during this time of social distancing, your family’s income has been altered, please let your child’s teacher or school know. We can send you a new form for you to complete to take advantage of free or reduced lunches when we return to on-site instruction.
6. If you do not have access to the internet, wifi can be accessed from school parking lots using school issued devices. If you do not have a chromebook, laptop, ipad, etc. Google Classroom, which will be the platform lessons are shared beginning April 1, is able to be accessed through Xbox and Playstations. We will share information on how to use these devices to gain access soon.
7. Our amazing staff is busy working to load content and lessons digitally to provide instruction around essential standards as we continue to navigate this time.
8. Please make sure that you make AMI work a priority for your child. These assignments will be graded and will impact their final grades for the semester. Our staff is here to provide support as much as we can during this time to ensure your child’s success.
9. April 1, April 7, April 14: Bus drivers will run regular routes to pick up and deliver AMI packets. For in-town students, you can drop off your child’s completed packets and pick up new ones each Tuesday afternoon between 12:00 and 2:00 in the drive-through of your child’s school.
10. Graduation will remain scheduled as planned, but is subject to change pending guidance from the state about the virus.
For now, please enjoy spring break and the time you have with family. We will be available for questions or concerns beginning March 30, 2020. Feel free to call our District or school offices if you have questions or concerns. We are here to serve.
District Office: 501-676-2042
Lonoke Primary School: 501-676-3839
Lonoke Elementary School: 501-676-6740
Lonoke Middle School: 501-676-6670
Lonoke High School: 501-676-2476
Nurse Leah Robinson: 501-676-3839
AAA extends Dead Period for Schools Through April 17
Breakfast and Lunch Delivery Extended Through March 31st
COVID-19 Update March 19th 2020
GOVERNOR’S PRESS CONFERENCE TODAY: ALL SCHOOLS IN ARKANSAS WILL REMAIN CLOSED UNTIL APRIL 17.
School Services information from March 31, 2020 - April 17, 2020
1. Educational services will continue through Alternate Methods of Instruction.
2. More information about instruction materials, lessons, and teaching and learning will be shared tomorrow, March 20, 2020.
3. The District will continue to provide lunch and breakfast items during each school week from March 31, 2020, until April 17, 2020. More information will be available regarding delivery protocols.
4. The District and each of its schools will house essential personnel only through April 17, 2020. Schools will be closed. District personnel will continue to be available via email and/or Remind/Dojo. Principals or central office personnel will be available via email or telephone.
5. Beginning March 30, 2020, school nurses will call parents to schedule dates and times for medication pick-up.
Other information provided by the Governor today:
1. We have a total of 62 cases in Arkansas as of today. The increase in positive cases is a reflection of increased testing capacity.
2. The increase in positive cases is a result of community spread. More than ever before, it is essential to limit travel and follow Arkansas Department of Health guidance on preventive measures, including: 1) washing hands frequently; 2) social distancing; and 3) refraining from touching your face.
3. Call your healthcare professional or use the UAMS or Arkansas Department Website if you need medical advice.
4. Drive-through screenings are available at UAMS, Baptist Hospital in LR, and Arkansas Children’s Hospital (for children only).
If you need Medical Support, contact:
1. Healthy.Arkansas.gov – current information from the Arkansas Department of Health
2. 1-800-803-7847 – 24 hour hotline for COVID-19 questions
3. uamshealth.com – 24-hour digital connection to healthcare professionals – UAMS
4. 1-800 -743-3616 – 24-hour hotline for issues related to children’s health – ACH
Breakfast and Lunch
Our food service, transportation, and volunteer teams continue to provide sack lunches and breakfast items for students at the three designated locations: Furlow, Gina Cox Center, and Woodlawn. Please take advantage of this service through March 20. Services will resume March 31.
If your family has experienced a change in household income, you may qualify for meal benefits and can apply anytime during this school year. If you need a form for qualifying reasons and can’t print the one linked below, please let your child’s teacher or building principal know. We will send that form to you, so you have those services when we return.
Click this link for the 2019-20 meal application for school meals:
We will communicate with school community members as soon as updated information becomes available. Thank you for your support and understanding.
COVID-19 Update March 18th 2020
LPSD Parents:
We continue to monitor developments and news feeds at the state and national levels. In his press conference today, the Governor reiterated that we are still anticipating opening schools the week after spring break. Unless we are directed otherwise by the Governor, Secretary of Health and/or the Secretary of Education, we will open schools for students March 31, 2020. March 30, 2020 is scheduled to be a teacher professional development day.
Other information provided by the Governor today:
1. We have a total of 33 cases in Arkansas, 11 more than yesterday.
2. It is critical that all Arkansas limit travel and follow Arkansas Department of Health guidance on preventive measures, including: 1) washing hands frequently; 2) social distancing; and 3) Call your healthcare professional or use the UAMS or Arkansas Department Website if you need medical advice.
3. Drive-through screenings are available at UAMS, Baptist Hospital in LR, and Arkansas Children’s Hospital (for children only).
If you need Medical Support, contact:
1. Healthy.Arkansas.gov – current information from the Arkansas Department of Health
2. 1-800-803-7847 – 24 hour hotline for COVID-19 questions
3. uamshealth.com – 24-hour digital connection to healthcare professionals – UAMS
4. 1-800 -743-3616 – 24-hour hotline for issues related to children’s health – ACH
Breakfast and Lunch
Our food service, transportation, and volunteer teams continue to provide sack lunches and breakfast items for students at the three designated locations: Furlow, Gina Cox Center, and Woodlawn. Please take advantage of this service.
We will communicate with school community members as soon as updated information becomes available. Thank you for your support and understanding.
Student Medications
If your child has medication at school that you want to pick up, please contact Nurse Leah Robinson at leah.robinson@lonokeschools.
You will be asked to sign for the medication. Identification may be requested as well.
Once school is back in session, please remember to return medications to the school nurse.
Thank you for your understanding.
COVID-19 Information
Lonoke Schools Closed March 16th to 30th
The school-based health clinic will be open on Monday, March 16th from 7:30 to 11:00
Attention Parents: if you have lost your job or been laid off from work due to the Covid-19 pandemic, please fill out a new free/reduced lunch form for when your students return to school this school year.
You can access an online application in the school district website here, or under the shortcuts section titled Titan Family Portal.
Any questions please email Elen Smith at elen.smith@lonokeschools.org
LHS Prom Update
Staying Engaged, Healthy, and Active At Home
With schools across the country closing due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), it’s important to keep kids engaged, healthy, and active at home.
CATCH Global Foundation has released “Health at Home” – a free set of health, nutrition, and physical education materials that require limited space and supervision.
Access is quick-and-easy via Google Classroom. Full details and instructions are available at catch.org/pages/health-at-home
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Vision Statement: The vision of the Lonoke School District is for our students to become responsible and effective leaders of society. Lonoke School District Military Education Coordinator Col. Gordon McCoy
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