Seneca Valley plans return to classrooms
Seneca Valley School District on Monday passed a comprehensive return-to-school plan that outlines its protocols in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
The document, which is required for districts by the state Department of Education ahead of a return to school in August, was not made available before the meeting nor was it available at press time.
During the meeting, which was held virtually, board members and Superintendent Tracy Vitale expounded on the current plan, including details on how the district currently plans to return in-person with a full-time schedule.
“It is what is best for many children,” Vitale said. “Not all, but many, children. School is a vital part for their development and for their growth.”
According to the district website Tuesday, if Butler County remains in the green phase, students will return to the class room Aug. 26.
For families who have health and safety concerns, the district plan includes a full-time cyber model and a hybrid model with part-day in-person and part-day cyber schooling. Families will receive an email on July 22 asking them to select a learning model by July 29.
