I also want to give a cheer to 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd grade who are at 90% or higher. There are many classes who are close to the high level of support shown by our youngest grades. It is not too late to lend your support to your child’s school. By contributing to our Annual Fund, your name is listed in the Annual Report as one of our supporters. Thanks to each of you who have contributed, and thanks to our Grade Level Captains and Annual Fund Chairs for their work in getting the message out!

 

Many parents have asked about our plans for next year.  There have been some very positive signs in recent weeks. Los Angeles County is expected to reach herd immunity this summer. Children ages 12 and up are now eligible for COVID vaccinations, and younger children will be eligible in the not too distant future. We strongly encourage everyone to take advantage of the vaccinations as they become available. All of this, along with information from health experts, have helped us with our decision about the 2021-22 school year. 

 

We are pleased to announce all classes will be in person for the 2021-22 school year! There will not be an option for remote instruction unless a class is required to quarantine or another unexpected situation occurs. We will continue to follow all health department recommendations in order to mitigate risk and support our students. We expect to be able to offer before and after school care (likely with modifications), special lunch days, and many of the fun events that we all are yearning for. We also have learned a great deal in this year about what worked well in a remote format and may continue to offer some of the informational meetings in this way.   

 

There are only 11 more school days and then our 8^th graders graduate! Let’s make the best of our time remaining.