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Key Communicator for 1/31/2022: Masks Now Optional in School
1/31/22 
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Kirtland Local Schools
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KIRTLAND LOCAL SCHOOLS UPDATE 1/31/22

At the January 31, 2022, Board of Education meeting, John Renwick, the director of technology, was recognized for receiving a $95,000 grant to purchase new student devices.  A huge thanks to Mr. Renwick for his hard work to secure these funds to help the district and our students!  

Superintendent Chad VanArnhem presented an update on the KHS Science Lab and stadium progress.  The latest plans and timelines can be found on the website at: https://www.kirtlandschools.org/permanentimprovement.aspx. 

Mr. VanArnhem also highlighted that there are many great things taking place in the classrooms and all extra curricular activities are taking place for our students that include winter sports, drama and the First Tech Challenge. He also gave an overview of a district wellness meeting that took place with students, staff and parents and the new initiatives taking place.

The Board had its second reading to approve a resolution for a renewal operating levy that will be on the ballot on May 3, 2022.  The operating levy was last approved in 2017 and it will NOT be a tax increase to homeowners.  It raises $2,280,000 yearly.

Mr. VanArnhem also shared the updated recommendation to the Board to approve the Return to School Plan: Updated Return to School Plan 1/31/22. The changes are highlighted on the document. Masks will not be mandated but will be optional starting on Tuesday, February 1. On January 26, the Ohio Department of Health issued guidance stating that school districts do not need to conduct contact tracing except in cases where they are asked to assist Local Health Departments with contact tracing, case investigation and exposure notification related to outbreaks or clusters in schools as determined by the LHD.  The COVID-19 Dashboard on the website will continue to be updated. If your child tests positive for COVID-19, please notify the school and complete the Google form (https://forms.gle/kC8SiqcUpN89mPSu9) found on the district website so guidance on timelines can be given. If your child is not feeling well, please continue to keep him or her home.  Per federal law, students will still be required to wear a mask while traveling on the bus

 
 The Kirtland Local Schools are known for academic excellence and strong community support, and have been recognized nationally and statewide for educational achievement. The district also maintains a long tradition of distinction in a variety of extracurricular activities. The Board of Education provides open and thoughtful fiscal management of the community’s investment in the school district’s high quality educational program by ensuring every dollar spent benefits students and the community.

The Kirtland Local School District is located in Lake County and serves the City of Kirtland and most of the Villages of Kirtland Hills and Waite Hill, and small portions of Willoughby and Chardon Township.

Board notes and agendas can be found on the website at www.kirtlandschools.org

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