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450 Allston Dr
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
248-726-3900
Attendance line – 248-726-3910
Tentative Start Date To Full In-Person Learning is Feb. 22nd
*Five Days A Week (M-F)
*Normal/Regular School Times (shown below)
*Cohorting By Class At Lunch (same distancing as we did during hybrid)
*Cohorting By Grade-Level at Recess (same as we did during hybrid)
Long Meadow Elementary School and Rochester Community Schools recognize the importance of returning students to classrooms for in-person instruction while protecting the health and safety of our students, school staff, and broader community from COVID-19.
LEARNING & GROWING TOGETHER |
TRANSITIONING TO IN-PERSON LEARNING
Our teachers and staff are excited to have students back in the building. Along with that excitement, we are focused on mitigating risk for students and staff. Thank you for your support and patience as we move toward in-person learning beginning on Jan. 25th.
Specific timelines for students to begin reporting for in-person instruction include...
January 25th, Monday - Elementary school students return by cohort
**Special education students enrolled in the EI program have school
from 8:55-2:16 and will attend M, T, Th, F
**Wednesday is synchronous learning from 8:30-11:30
There will be no changes for those students enrolled in the RCS Virtual Campus.
LONG MEADOW IS A LATE START SCHOOL
START TIME IS 8:55
Full Day Pick-up Time is 3:16 pm
FACILITY RENTALS
We are planning for pool rentals to resume on Jan. 18. In order to enable proper cleaning and disinfecting of buildings each day, no other building rentals will be available until further notice.
TRANSPORTATION
Families should log into ParentVUE/StudentVUE for a student’s bus number, pickup and drop-off times, and bus stop location.
FOOD SERVICES
Eating is only allowed in designated areas, according to each school’s guidelines. Students may bring their own lunch and snacks. Cafeterias will utilize physical distancing, proper handwashing, hygiene and disinfecting. Masks may be removed to eat and drink. Prepackaged meals are available to all students free of charge. A new registration form and pick-up locations will be provided the week of Jan. 18.
SAFETY PROTOCOLS
In order to mitigate the risk of spreading COVID-19, processes and mitigation protocols remain in place in our buildings. To remind children of what to expect when they return to their home school, we encourage families to watch the following video that was created by RCS students for RCS students. To view the video, go to: https://vimeo.com/464267617.
RCS mascots also joined together to share important messages--wear a mask, wash hands, and physical distance! That video can be accessed by going to: https://vimeo.com/466733761.
Face coverings. Families are asked to provide their child with two or more face coverings that are comfortable and effective in mitigating virus spread. An additional mask is necessary if the first becomes soiled. The school will supply a disposable mask if a student doesn’t have one.
Breathable mask storage bag. A non-plastic bag for mask storage during snack time, recess and breaks is helpful. A fabric pouch or paper lunch bag is appropriate. No plastic Ziploc bags or lanyards, please.
At-home health screening. Each day, families should assess children for illness based on symptoms including: fever (100.4 degrees or greater), chills, sore throat, headache, cough, muscle or body aches, diarrhea (two times in 24 hours), extreme fatigue, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, new loss of taste/smell, nausea or vomiting (two times in 24 hours), or congestion or runny nose. The COVID-19 symptom checklist can be found at: https://www.oakgov.com/covid/resources/signschecklists/CV19%20Symptoms%20List_Ltr.pdf. Students with signs or symptoms of illness should not ride the bus or come to school.
Boarding the bus. Students will use hand sanitizer upon entering the bus. Seating will be assigned. Please follow instructions from transportation staff.
Check building entrances. Schools will ask students to enter through designated doors to reduce congestion. Please follow school instructions regarding entering and exiting the building, traffic flow in hallways, etc.
Physical distancing. It is important to maintain a good physical distance between other people. To keep the flow of traffic moving in the hallways, students will not use lockers. Halls will have directional arrows or floor markers and many of our media centers will have defined entrances and exits. Although drinking fountains will be turned off, students and staff can still use the touchless water filling stations if available.
Timely exit. In order to reduce traffic in our buildings and complete thorough daily cleaning, students, staff and visitors are asked to leave school as soon as possible. Buildings should be vacated swiftly, unless special circumstances permit guests in limited areas for school-age care, principal-approved school activities, etc.
At-home mitigation. Families are asked to exercise personal responsibility in mitigating health risks by using proper face coverings, hygiene practices and physical distancing within their normal daily routine. By modeling these actions in the home, a student will be well-prepared for school. Partnerships and consistent practices among our families, schools and community are crucial to health, safety and viral containment.
Continued health and contact monitoring. Please be mindful of health symptoms in your own family and close contacts.
• Follow Oakland County Health Division guidance. If you have close contact with a COVID-19 individual, you are asked to stay home for 10 days and monitor your health. See the OCHD’s close contact quarantine guidelines here: https://www.oakgov.com/covid/resources/signschecklists/Close-Contact-QuarantineGuide.pdf.
• Communicate with your teachers and principal as needed. With many uncertainties in this environment, families are asked to communicate with their teachers and school administrators regarding academics, absences, continued learning plans, protocols and student needs. We want our students to be successful in their learning
We are planning for pool rentals to resume on Jan. 18. In order to enable proper cleaning and disinfecting of buildings each day, no other building rentals will be available until further notice.
TRANSPORTATION
Families should log into ParentVUE/StudentVUE for a student’s bus number, pickup and drop-off times, and bus stop location.
FOOD SERVICES
Eating is only allowed in designated areas, according to each school’s guidelines. Students may bring their own lunch and snacks. Cafeterias will utilize physical distancing, proper handwashing, hygiene and disinfecting. Masks may be removed to eat and drink. Prepackaged meals are available to all students free of charge. A new registration form and pick-up locations will be provided the week of Jan. 18.
SAFETY PROTOCOLS
In order to mitigate the risk of spreading COVID-19, processes and mitigation protocols remain in place in our buildings. To remind children of what to expect when they return to their home school, we encourage families to watch the following video that was created by RCS students for RCS students. To view the video, go to: https://vimeo.com/464267617.
RCS mascots also joined together to share important messages--wear a mask, wash hands, and physical distance! That video can be accessed by going to: https://vimeo.com/466733761.
Face coverings. Families are asked to provide their child with two or more face coverings that are comfortable and effective in mitigating virus spread. An additional mask is necessary if the first becomes soiled. The school will supply a disposable mask if a student doesn’t have one.
Breathable mask storage bag. A non-plastic bag for mask storage during snack time, recess and breaks is helpful. A fabric pouch or paper lunch bag is appropriate. No plastic Ziploc bags or lanyards, please.
At-home health screening. Each day, families should assess children for illness based on symptoms including: fever (100.4 degrees or greater), chills, sore throat, headache, cough, muscle or body aches, diarrhea (two times in 24 hours), extreme fatigue, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, new loss of taste/smell, nausea or vomiting (two times in 24 hours), or congestion or runny nose. The COVID-19 symptom checklist can be found at: https://www.oakgov.com/covid/resources/signschecklists/CV19%20Symptoms%20List_Ltr.pdf. Students with signs or symptoms of illness should not ride the bus or come to school.
Boarding the bus. Students will use hand sanitizer upon entering the bus. Seating will be assigned. Please follow instructions from transportation staff.
Check building entrances. Schools will ask students to enter through designated doors to reduce congestion. Please follow school instructions regarding entering and exiting the building, traffic flow in hallways, etc.
Physical distancing. It is important to maintain a good physical distance between other people. To keep the flow of traffic moving in the hallways, students will not use lockers. Halls will have directional arrows or floor markers and many of our media centers will have defined entrances and exits. Although drinking fountains will be turned off, students and staff can still use the touchless water filling stations if available.
Timely exit. In order to reduce traffic in our buildings and complete thorough daily cleaning, students, staff and visitors are asked to leave school as soon as possible. Buildings should be vacated swiftly, unless special circumstances permit guests in limited areas for school-age care, principal-approved school activities, etc.
At-home mitigation. Families are asked to exercise personal responsibility in mitigating health risks by using proper face coverings, hygiene practices and physical distancing within their normal daily routine. By modeling these actions in the home, a student will be well-prepared for school. Partnerships and consistent practices among our families, schools and community are crucial to health, safety and viral containment.
Continued health and contact monitoring. Please be mindful of health symptoms in your own family and close contacts.
• Follow Oakland County Health Division guidance. If you have close contact with a COVID-19 individual, you are asked to stay home for 10 days and monitor your health. See the OCHD’s close contact quarantine guidelines here: https://www.oakgov.com/covid/resources/signschecklists/Close-Contact-QuarantineGuide.pdf.
• Communicate with your teachers and principal as needed. With many uncertainties in this environment, families are asked to communicate with their teachers and school administrators regarding academics, absences, continued learning plans, protocols and student needs. We want our students to be successful in their learning
Letter From Mr. Wescott
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DAILY SCREENER
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In close contact (within 6 feet of someone for 15mins total within a 24hr period) of a person who tested positive = 10 days at home
(If symptoms develop, 10 days at home replaces the 10 days at home)
Showing Symptoms = 10 days at home or a negative confirmatory test result and fever free for 24hrs
Tested Positive = 10 days at home and fever free for 24hrs
DROP-OFF & PICK-UP
**NOTE: THE GATE BETWEEN THE BUS LOOP AND PARKING LOT WILL BE CLOSED AND LOCKED DURING DROP-OFF & PICK-UP
- We are encouraging parents to utilize the parent drop-off loop if possible.
- If you feel the need to park and walk your child to their entrance, please wear a mask while escorting your child to the door.
- Parents will NOT be able to enter the building.
- Students must wear a mask.
- Students should observe social distancing.
- Staff will be welcoming students and direct them to their class.
- Parents must stay in their vehicles while utilizing the loop.
- We will have Long Meadow Staff around the entire building to help with getting students to their appropriate entrance door.
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PARENT DROP-OFF
- Enter through Allston Street to the loop (located in blue on the map to the left) or parking lot (located in yellow on the map to the left)
- Parent Loop (blue circle on the map to the left)
- Long Meadow staff will be at both the loop to assist students to their entrance.
- Students will need to exit the vehicle from the passenger side. Please be sure masks are on before exiting vehicle.
- With staff there to guide, children will walk along the sidewalk to their grade level entrance area. Grade levels have a designated entrance to minimize congregating as they enter the school.
- Older sibling can walk their younger sibling to their entrance before heading back to their grade level entrance.
- Parents exit via Allston Dr.
- Parent Drop-Off Area (yellow rectangle on the map)
- Park in the parking lot.
- Walk your student across the parking lot to the sidewalk of the school.
- Long Meadow staff will be ready to assist students to their entrance.
- Kindergarten will be entering at Door 7 (on the side of the building). Please feel free to park by door 7 and walk your child up to the door where the teacher will be.
- Parents get back in their car and exit via Allston Dr.
PARENT PICK-UP
- **There is a staggered dismissal to help with a socially distanced exit.
The first round of walkers, car loop, and parent pick-up begins at 3:08-3:13. Bussers get dismissed around 3:13-3:20. - Parent Loop (blue circle on the map to the left)
- Enter through the Allston Dr entrance.
- Place a student pick-up sign in your window so it is easily seen by our staff (Student name, grade, and teacher)
- Staff will use radios to communicate which cars have arrived.
- Your child will walk to your car and enter through the passenger side of the car with assistance from a Long Meadow staff member.
- As you pull alongside the curb of the loop, please pull ALL THE WAY up to the front of the line.
- Parent Pick-Up Area (yellow rectangle on the map)
- Children will be waiting outdoors by the main office.
- Kindergarten will be using the main entrance by the main office (door 1). A teacher will be outside the main entrance to make contact with a parent, and hand the child off to the parent.
- Office pick-ups will not be permitted during dismissal like previous years. Please meet your child/children outside in front of the building at the end of the day.
- Children will be waiting outdoors by the main office.
BUS RIDERS
If your child will be riding the bus, they will follow these procedures:
- Students will use hand sanitizer upon entering the bus. Seating will be assigned. Please remind your child to follow instructions from the bus driver. Masks must be worn for the entire time on the bus.
- The bus will arrive in the bus loop. Students will dismiss one-at-a-time and enter the building at the bus loop. There will be staff at the entrance to direct and guide students to their classroom.
- Kindergarten Parents, there must be a parent/adult to meet the child off the bus. If no one is there, the student will return on the bus to Long Meadow. At which time, the school call the parents.
I HAVE SOMETHING TO DROP OFF FOR MY CHILD
- Parents can enter the vestibule in the front of the building.
- Wear a mask.
- Observe social distancing.
- Fill out the slip of paper and leave the item for your child on the table.
- Use the intercom to connect to the office to let them know an item is there.
- Staff will get it and deliver it to your child's class.
I NEED TO PICK-UP OR DROP-OFF MY CHILD
- If picking-up your child, call the main office attendance line ahead of time so we can have your child ready for you. (248-726-3900)
- Parents can enter the vestibule in the front of the building.
- Wear a mask.
- Observe social distancing.
- Fill out the sign-in or sign-out sheet.
- Use the intercom to connect to the office.
- Office staff will greet you with your child if picking-up and welcome your child if dropping off.
LATE ARRIVAL
If your child arrives late to school (any time after 9:10 a.m.), please accompany him/her to the Long Meadow vestibule. Push the button to alert the office that you are here, and wait for instruction.
APPOINTMENT / EARLY DISMISSAL
- If you need to take your child out of school early, please send an email to the office staff and teacher to let them know what time they are leaving.
- All students leaving school early should be signed out and dismissed through the office and NOT the classroom.
- Upon returning to school, please accompany him/her to the Long Meadow Lobby. Push the button to alert the office that you are here, and wait for instruction.
- The office will NOT permit parents to remove other children from school early unless there is expressed, written permission from the child’s parent.
CHANGE IN PLANS FOR DISMISSAL
- If dismissal plans change, email the teacher and office staff by 1:30 p.m. to notify us of the change.
- We MUST be notified by the parent/guardian of this otherwise we will put the student on the bus.
- Do NOT come into the building to pick up your child at dismissal.
- We suggest that you make a meeting place outside of the building. (flagpole, playground, etc.)
- Students will exit at the front of the building.
- Grade level dismissal will be staggered.
- You must have written permission from a child’s parent to sign another child out.
- It is the office policy to ask for identification for any form of pickup.
MY CHILD WENT TO SCHOOL ON THE WRONG CHORT DAY
- The office staff will call to notify you and arrange for child pick-up.
RCS FACE COVERINGS INFORMATION
- Please put your child's first and last name on each mask.
- Please pack an extra mask (or two) in case it's needed for your child throughout the day.
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Q: Are face shields acceptable alternatives to mask?
A: No. The CDC does not recommend the use of face shields as a substitute for cloth face coverings. However, a face shield that covers the eyes, nose and mouth can be worn in addition to a cloth mask if desired. Moreover, a face shield may be worn by younger children who are not required to wear a cloth face mask.
Q: Can parents “opt-out” their child from the facial covering requirement, but still send them to school in-person?
A: No. The child may opt-out of the requirement only if they choose to enroll in a fully remote learning environment (such as the RCS Virtual Campus)
A: No. The CDC does not recommend the use of face shields as a substitute for cloth face coverings. However, a face shield that covers the eyes, nose and mouth can be worn in addition to a cloth mask if desired. Moreover, a face shield may be worn by younger children who are not required to wear a cloth face mask.
Q: Can parents “opt-out” their child from the facial covering requirement, but still send them to school in-person?
A: No. The child may opt-out of the requirement only if they choose to enroll in a fully remote learning environment (such as the RCS Virtual Campus)
MEDICAL ACTION PLAN (MAP)
If your child requires special medical intervention or plan (i.e. asthma, severe allergies, etc.), it is imperative that the school office knows this.
Forms for medical management plans are found on the RCS website
https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/pages/156763/2020-2021-maps-and-other-health-forms
Forms for medical management plans are found on the RCS website
https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/pages/156763/2020-2021-maps-and-other-health-forms
USE OF MEDICATION AT SCHOOL
- If it is necessary for your child to take prescription, or over the counter, medication at school, please be advised that you must complete an “Authorization to Administer Medication" form which is available on the RCS website.
- https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/pages/156763/2020-2021-maps-and-other-health-forms
- https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/pages/156763/2020-2021-maps-and-other-health-forms
- Copies are also available in the main office.
- Children are not allowed to self-administer any medication.
VISITOR INFOMRATION
- Due to Covid-19, visitors must have a scheduled appointment to enter the building.
- Visitors are allowed when emergencies arise.
- IEP, 504 and other meetings of similar nature will be conducted via Zoom or phone call.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY MEASURES
Classrooms (Spacing, Movement, and Access)
Lunchroom
Social Distancing – Interior Traffic Flow
Recess/Outdoor Breaks
Student Personal Items
- Student desks and workstations will be spaced out as much as logistically possible. Student workstations are all forward facing.
- When possible, only one student will be placed at each station. However, some elementary classrooms have workstations that are shared between two or more students.
- Signage to remind students to wear masks and wash their hands is posted throughout the building and classrooms.
- Teachers will review protocols of mask wearing and social distancing with students.
- Snacks are allowed and may occur in the classroom with students socially distanced or in an alternative location if available.
Lunchroom
- Students will be eating in the cafeteria.
- Students will be socially distanced as much as possible.
- Students will sit with their own class at lunch tables.
- Only 1 grade-level will be eating in the cafeteria at a time.
- Students will be enter and exit the through different locations.
Social Distancing – Interior Traffic Flow
- Signs have been installed throughout the building with the intentions of:
- Minimizing large crowds at arrival and dismissal times.
- Reminding students to wear masks, wash hands, and social distance.
- Spacing student seats during lunch.
Recess/Outdoor Breaks
- Weather permitting, all students in elementary school will participate in outdoor recess.
- At teacher discretion, additional outside breaks and recess periods may be added into our school day.
- In-person students WILL NOT have the option of staying inside when their class goes outside.
- Students will be allowed to remove their masks during recess with physical distancing.
- Each grade level will have a bag of playground equipment for their use only.
Student Personal Items
- Send your child with an extra mask or two.
- Pack a water or two.
- Label your child’s first and last name on your their mask.
- Classroom teachers will coordinate where students store and organize personal items like school supplies, backpacks, coats, hats, backpacks.
SYNERGY INSTRUCTIONS / HELP
SYNERGY ATTENDANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Absences: There are two ways to report absences
- In ParentVUE, click on the attendance tab found on the left side, then click on the “Report Absence” button, enter the date and reason for the absence then click on “Save” to submit the absence.
- Call the Long Meadow Attendance Line at 726-3210 to report the absence by 7:45 a.m. Please give the child’s name, teacher’s name, date and reason for the absence.
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ParentVUE Access / Setup
To connect to ParentVUE, visit the RCS website at www.rochester.k12.mi.us and click on the ParentVUE tab in the blue ribbon at the top of the page, or click here to connect directly: https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/pages/141519/parentvue.
For questions about ParentVUE, please contact [email protected]. Include your information along with your child’s name and school.
For questions about ParentVUE, please contact [email protected]. Include your information along with your child’s name and school.
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StudentVUE Access Directions
| studentvue_access_instructions.pdf |
Forgot Student Login? Parents Can Access Their Child's Login Information
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