KGCS Elementary Return to In-Person Learning

for Virtual and In-Person Students

Snapshot of the Elementary School Day

A 100% virtual learning option will remain in place for the second semester.  Families will be asked to complete a form indicating their preference (100% virtual or in-person learning) for each registered student.   Parents will have the opportunity to identify their student’s learning option.  This is needed for planning purposes to move forward.

• A requested change from virtual to in-person learning after the registration deadline is not guaranteed.  Each request will be determined based on staffing, classroom size and transportation capacity.

K-2:  in-person model option:  Students will attend school 4 days per week in-person (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday) and 1 day per week asynchronous virtual/remote learning (Wednesdays). The in person days will be full school days.

Elementary K-2 In-Person Sample Schedule

• Attend school 4 full instructional days per week
• Daily Specials
• Daily lunch and breakfast to be eaten in the classroom
• Small group instruction and intervention groups embedded in the day
• Maximum class size target of 15

3-6: in-person hybrid model option:  Students will attend in person school 2 days per week (Blue: Monday/Thursday and Gold: Tuesday/Friday) and 3 days per week asynchronously.  This schedule maximizes in person instructional time, breaks up asynchronous learning days and allows for more immediate support for all students.

Elementary Grades 3-6 In-person Sample Schedule

• Hybrid model with Blue and Gold Group – 2 full instructional days per week
• Blue – attends school on Monday and Thursday
• Gold – attends school on Tuesday and Friday
• Daily Specials
• Daily lunch and breakfast to be eaten in the classroom
• Small group instruction and intervention groups embedded in the day
• Maximum class size target of 15

Sample Schedule for Virtual Learning Option

K-6: Virtual model option:  King George County Virtual School will run similarly to the current model, in which students will be engaged in both live and self-paced/parent supported learning.  All students will be provided synchronous (or live teacher directed instruction) four days a week (M/T/Th/F).  Wednesdays will still be utilized as an asynchronous learning day.  

K-6 Virtual School Plan - Sample Student Day

• Special Services will be available during small group instruction and office hours.
• Students will also have access to asynchronous lessons from Specials Teachers.  
• Asynchronous activities and synchronous intervention groups will be utilized as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Will my child have a change in teacher placement?
   Yes, possibly.   Schools will make every effort to keep students with their current classroom teachers when possible but we anticipate that changes will have to be made in regards to teacher placements and class rosters. This applies to all students, regardless of whether they are choosing to remain virtual or return to in-person instruction. In addition, teachers in the Virtual School may be assigned students from across the division meaning students choosing to remain in virtual instruction may be assigned a teacher at a different school. This schedule is not available ahead of time, as it is dependent on the information gathered during the Second Semester Registration period, which closes on January 5.

2. Can my child receive school meals?

Yes, all students may receive school breakfast and lunch for free until further notice.  Virtual students will continue to be offered curbside pick-up and in-person students will have the opportunity to grab breakfast when they come into the building.  Lunch will be distributed and eaten in the classroom.

3. Will my child need a Chromebook at school?

Students in K-2 – will not be required to bring their Chromebooks for instruction.

Students in 3-6 – yes, all students will continue to use their Chromebooks for instruction.  If your child was issued a Chromebook for virtual instruction and plans to attend in person they will need to bring their Chromebook and power cord to school.  If your child was not issued a Chromebook and will need one when attending school in person they will have access to one.

4. Will transportation be provided for my child?

Students that attend school in person will have the opportunity to request school-provided transportation; however, if possible we encourage families to consider personal transportation.  Given the social distancing requirements, the demands on school-provided transportation across the school division will be significant.

King George Middle School Reopening Bell Schedule

for Virtual and In-Person Students

Students returning to in person learning at King George Middle School will attend live classes in person two days per week in the afternoons and will attend synchronous live classes virtually two days per week in the mornings using the above schedule. Blue and Gold assignments are based on geographical location for transportation purposes. Students that remain 100% virtual will attend synchronous live classes virtually four days per week in the mornings using the above schedule. All student groups will complete asynchronous assignments during the portion of the school day that they are not engaged in live, synchronous instruction, whether in-person or virtually as outlined in the chart above.

For all groups, both in person and 100% virtual, teacher assignments will not change, only the time of day when students meet with their teachers. The above schedule will be in effect on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday beginning when it is determined that in person instruction may commence. Wednesday will still be reserved as an asynchronous day for all students as it was during the first semester. Don’t forget to utilize teacher office hours 10:00 - 11:30 on Wednesdays to receive help.

Students that attend school in person will have the opportunity to request school-provided transportation; however, if possible we encourage families to consider personal transportation.  Given the physical distancing requirements, the demands on school-provided transportation across the school division will be significant.

Students/families that elect to attend school in person should expect the following:

• Students will participate in a health screening when they arrive at school everyday. Any person who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days or has been exposed to a positive case in the past 14 days will not be permitted to attend in person.
• Students will need to comply with a non-contact temperature scan and respond yes/no to a visual chart listing any new symptoms.
• Wear a mask at all times when in the school building and while on the school bus unless otherwise directed. Mask breaks will be provided regularly during instructional blocks.
• Use of hand sanitizer and handwashing will be expected and encouraged.
• Follow all health mitigation strategies including physical distancing expectations of a minimum of 3 ft and 6 ft whenever possible both in the school building and while on the school bus.
• A grab-and-go breakfast will be available for students to take to their first class of the day at 11:25AM and a grab-and-go lunch will be available for students to take when leaving the building at 2:25PM. This is free of charge for all students.
• Students will be expected to adhere to directional signage in the hallways directing students to walk on the right and travel in a particular direction (one way only in certain hallways based on location).
• Students should expect bathrooms to only be accessible during classes and only accessed by one student at a time.
• Students will have assigned seats and need to clean their workstation at the conclusion of each instructional block with a teacher-provided cleaning solution and paper towel.  
• Outside of class changes, movement in the building will be very limited.  Students should report directly to their classroom when entering the school building and between class changes.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Can my child participate in after school activities?

Yes, virtual and in-person students are eligible to participate in after school activities if they’ve met the requirements for eligibility. For example KGMS athletics requires that students have a current health physical on file with the school and meet certain academic requirements. The middle school athletics eligibility can be found on our webpage and at the following link.

2. Can my child receive school meals?

Yes, all students may receive school breakfast and lunch for free until further notice.  Virtual students will continue to be offered curbside pickup at designated distribution sites within the county. In-person students will have the opportunity to grab breakfast when they come into the building and lunch when they exit the building. Students are encouraged to bring a personal water bottle for use at the water filling stations.

3. Will my child need a Chromebook at school?

Yes, all students will continue to use their Chromebooks for instruction.  If your child was issued a Chromebook for virtual instruction and plans to attend in person they will need to bring their fully charged Chromebook and power cord to school daily.  If your child was not issued a Chromebook and will need one when attending school in person they will be issued one. Headphones are also recommended and students are encouraged to bring their own for daily use when using their Chromebook during in-person class time.

4. What if my teacher is a remote only teacher?

Students will use their Chromebook to access their teacher in a virtual setting during their in-person class time. Some classes may be combined to a larger internet cafe setting to ensure adult supervision.

5. Who do I contact if I have additional questions?

You may call King George Middle School at (540) 775-2331 and the front office administrative assistant will forward your call to the appropriate person.

King George High School

Reopening Bell Schedule

for Virtual and In-Person Students

This schedule will be in effect on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday when it is determined that in person instruction may commence.  Wednesday will still be reserved as an asynchronous day for all students as it was during the first semester.

Students/families that choose to remain 100% virtual will start their synchronous sessions at 7:30AM and conclude at 10:45AM. Outside of these hours, students will have asynchronous assignments to complete during the remainder of the school day.

Students/families that choose to participate in person will start their in-person sessions at 11:20AM and conclude at 2:35PM.  Outside of these hours students will have asynchronous assignments to complete during the remainder of the school day.

Students that attend school in person will have the opportunity to request school-provided transportation; however, if possible we encourage students/families to consider personal transportation.  Given the social distancing requirements, the demands on school-provided transportation across the school division will be significant.

Students/families that elect to attend school in person should expect the following:

• Students will participate in a health screening when they arrive at school everyday.  Students will need to comply with a non-contact temperature scan and respond to (3) questions:

• Have you had a positive test for COVID-19 disease within the past 10 days?
• In the past 14 days, have you had close contact with someone with suspected or confirmed COVID-19?
• Have you developed any symptoms that cannot be attributed to another health condition?        

• Students will be required to wear a mask at all times when in the school building and while on the school bus unless otherwise directed.
• Students will be required to adhere to a social distancing expectation of 3 ft. when in the school building and while on the school bus.
• A grab-and-go breakfast will be available for students to take to their first block class at 11:20AM and a grab-and-go lunch will be available for students to take when leaving the building at 2:35PM. This is free of charge for all students.
• Students will be expected to adhere to directional signage in the hallways directing students to travel in a particular direction.  
• Students should expect bathrooms to only be accessible during classes and only accessed by one student at a time.
• Students will need to clean their workstation at the conclusion of each instructional block with a teacher-provided cleaning solution and paper towel.  
• Outside of class changes, movement in the building will be very limited.  Students should report directly to their classroom when entering the school building and between class changes.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Can my child participate in after school activities?

Yes, virtual and in-person students are eligible to participate in after school activities if they’ve met the requirements for eligibility, for example VHSL requires students to pass a prescribed number of courses the preceding semester and have a current health physical on file with the school.  

2. Can my child receive school meals?

Yes, all students may receive school breakfast and lunch for free until further notice.  Virtual students will continue to be offered curbside pickup and in-person students will have the opportunity to grab breakfast when they come into the building and lunch when they exit the building.

3. Will my child need a Chromebook at school?

Yes, all students will continue to use their Chromebooks for instruction.  If your child was issued a Chromebook for virtual instruction and plans to attend in person they will need to bring their Chromebook and power cord to school.  If your child was not issued a Chromebook and will need one when attending school in person they will be issued one.  

4. Who do I contact if I have additional questions?

You may call King George High School at (540) 775-3535 and the front office administrative assistant will forward your call to the appropriate person.

  THE SCHEDULE

IN PERSON DAILY ROUTINE

When you arrive at the school via bus or car

You will proceed to our screening stations for a non

contact temperature check and they must answer 3 health screening questions

You must wear a mask at all times

while in the school building, on school buses unless

directed otherwise

Maintain 3 foot social distance

while in the school building and on school buses

NUTRITION

                                  Students will receive two meals

                       one will be a grab and go breakfast as they come into

                       the building and a grab and go lunch to take as they

                   leave the building.

EXITING & MOVING THRU BUILDING

Adhere to directional signage in hallways to travel in a particular direction

Bathrooms are only accessible during class an only by one student at a time

Outside of class changes where students will go

straight from class to class, movement in the building will be VERY limited

Bring your fully charged chromebook everyday

KGHS VIRTUAL

          INSTRUCTIONAL PLAN

THE SCHEDULE

VIRTUAL DAILY ROUTINE

                            Attend classes virtually in the morning

        You will still attend your classes via Google Meet using

     your school account through Canvas.

                                             Teacher availability

                    Your teachers will NOT be available during the asynch.

 time as they will be teaching students in person. They                                          will respond to emails as soon as they are able.

                                          OFFICE HOURS

Office Hours on Asynchronous Wednesdays

Teachers have office hours and can schedule small groups durinFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can my child participate in after school activities?

Yes, virtual and in-person students are eligible to participate in after school activities if they’ve met the requirements for eligibility, for example VHSL requires students to pass a prescribed number of courses the preceding semester and have a current health physical on file with the school.

Can my child receive school meals?

Yes, all students may receive school breakfast and lunch for free until further notice. Virtual students will continue to be offered curbside pickup and in-person students will have the opportunity to grab breakfast when they come into the building and lunch when they exit the building.

                                     STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

Call (540) 775-3535 and the front office administrative assistant will forward your call to the appropriate person.