Dear HCGC Parent of K-2 Virtual Student: Arkansas requires each student in grades K-2 to be assessed several times a year. The window for fall testing is currently open. Your student is required to take Renaissance Star and Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBELS). The Renaissance Star assessment can be administered at home, but the DIBELS needs to be face to face with a certified teacher if possible. Please fill out the attached form to let Marion School District know if you will be administering the Renaissance Star assessment at home to your student or if you would like to bring your child to campus after hours for a Marion School District employee to administer both the Renaissance Star and DIBELS assessments. If you choose to administer the Renaissance Star at home, we ask that you read the administration requirements set by the Arkansas Department of Education and stop by the MSD central office at 200 Manor Street to sign the parent security agreement form. This form needs to be submitted no later than Wednesday, September 23rd at noon. Arrangements will then need to be made for DIBELS testing if you choose to administer the Renaissance Star at home. A Marion School District employee will contact you to make arrangements for DIBELS testing. If you have any questions email Jonnett Gammill at jgammill@msd3.org. Click here to fill out the testing form https://forms.gle/iQESjm3cLuB53JEE9 Click here to the Parent Testing document explaining the requirements. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1b94_O--MPAyubAQoudgxNkYj0IixReQQ/view?usp=sharing Click here to the Family Guide for testing. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HgP4kPEgqTLuWdNsx1DqvCLbU6dqB7lp/view Click here to the parent video of instruction on how to give the test. https://adesandbox.arkansas.gov/iframe?v=ZjM3ZmFmMGVhNzc5NjBhNmIwNjgzODBjNDM1NDRmNTg Click here for instructions and information for the day of testing. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bi_Onal03_djv9A-5Tx9NlMdOyF51cDI/view?usp=sharing Click here to the map of drop off and pick up locations. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bxwISa7PKHVEKwESs9dyUsPdit_QezNT/view?usp=sharing
9/18/20
Weekly COVID-19 Update:
Staff reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 0
Staff quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 0
Students reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 1
Students quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 28
Total staff positive for COVID-19 since 7/24/20: 13
Total staff quarantined due to exposure since 7/24/20: 17
Total students positive for COVID-19 since 7/15/20: 16
Total students quarantined due to exposure since 7/15/20: 109
We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
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Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN
School Health Coordinator
870-739-5140 (office)
kfogleman@msd3.org
FREE dress in house colors for ALL 1st - 6th graders TOMORROW (9/18/2020)!
Our kindergarten & virtual students will find out their house placements and we couldn’t be more EXCITED!
❤️🦌 💙🐾 🧡🐤 💚🦉
5th grade science students investigated how adding soap to a penny affects how many drops of water can fit on it. Students tested their hypotheses and had to identify the independent and dependent variable.
https://www.magisto.com/video/NQRAPgAXGCpoQR1pYw?l=vsm&o=i&c=c
Mrs. Hardke’s class had a blast last week at Recess and having Popsicles ☀️🌎🍭
9-14-20
The Marion School District received notification of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 concerning one of our student-athletes in the MJHS 9th grade football program. The positive case has been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health. In addition, all identified close contacts to the positive case have been notified and are following the quarantine orders set forth by the ADH. For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly.
We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
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Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN
School Health Coordinator
870-739-5140 (office)
kfogleman@msd3.org
Now it’s time to buy HoUsE MERCH!
All quantities are in limited availability! We’re currently working on NEW house merchandise that will be available soon.
❤️🦌 💚🦉 💙🐾 🧡🐤
9/11/20
Marion School District received notification of 3 positive cases of COVID-19 this afternoon. One of the cases is a virtual only student and has had no campus contact. The positive cases have been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health. In addition, all identified close contacts to the positive cases have been notified and are following the quarantine orders set forth by the ADH. For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly.
Weekly COVID-19 Update:
Staff reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 1
Staff quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 1
Students reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 3
Students quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 62 (51 from school exposure/11 from home exposures)
Total staff positive for COVID-19 since 7/24/20: 13
Total staff quarantined due to exposure since 7/24/20: 17
Total students positive for COVID-19 since 7/15/20: 15
Total students quarantined due to exposure since 7/15/20: 81
We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN
School Health Coordinator
870-739-5140 (office)
kfogleman@msd3.org
🥁 Drum roll please! 🥁
This afternoon, HCGC’s NEW 1st - 6th graders will find out which house they will call “HoMe!”
{Kinders will have their very own reveal next Friday!}
Stay tuned for LOTS of photos!
9/10/20
Marion School District received notification of a positive case of COVID-19, involving one of our school buses, this afternoon. The positive case has been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health. In addition, all identified close contacts to the positive case have been notified and are following the quarantine orders set forth by the ADH. For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly.
We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
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Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN
School Health Coordinator
870-739-5140 (office)
kfogleman@msd3.org
Just a reminder of upcoming flu shots next month!
10/12/2020: MST
10/13/2020: Central Office, MHS, and ALE 9-12
10/23/2020: VPA, MJHS (8-9th grade)
10/26/2020: HCGC, MJHS 7th grade, K-8 ALE
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Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN
School Health Coordinator
870-739-5140 (office)
kfogleman@msd3.org
In an effort to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus within our staff and student body, we are asking all parents/guardians, and all employees to notify our designated Point of Contact immediately when the following occurs:
Student, staff member, or someone in the household tests positive for COVID-19.
Student/staff member identified as a "Close Contact" to a positive case of COVID-19 requiring quarantine, and/or recommended to be tested for COVID-19.
Student/staff member being tested for COVID-19. Student/staff should remain in quarantine pending results of their COVID-19 test.
Please call Kelly Fogleman at 901-401-0265 or email information to msd.covid19@gmail.com Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Together, we can help keep our Marion School District family safe, healthy, and ready to learn during this unique time.
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Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN
School Health Coordinator
870-739-5140 (office)
kfogleman@msd3.org
Hello Patriots!
To clarify any potential misunderstandings regarding MSD device distributions, devices were given to MSD students whose original survey data indicated the need for a school-issued device to support virtual learning. Unfortunately, with our last round of distribution we have exhausted our supply of devices available for student use.
Marion School District, like thousands of school districts across the country, are awaiting the arrival of more than $600,000 worth of new devices. Upon arrival of the additional devices, parents of students who remain on the waiting list will be notified for pick-up. Please note that in the interim a cell phone can be used to access both Seesaw and Google Classroom learning platforms.
If you have not yet registered and would like to be added to the device waiting list- please click here --> https://forms.gle/j9tgFcb8VDFDELfh7
Thank you for your continued support. GO PATRIOTS!
Hello Patriots!
To clarify any potential misunderstandings regarding MSD device distributions, devices were given to MSD students whose original survey data indicated the need for a school-issued device to support virtual learning. Unfortunately, with our last round of distribution we have exhausted our supply of devices available for student use.
Marion School District, like thousands of school districts across the country, are awaiting the arrival of more than $600,000 worth of new devices. Upon arrival of the additional devices, parents of students who remain on the waiting list will be notified for pick-up. Please note that in the interim a cell phone can be used to access both Seesaw and Google Classroom learning platforms.
If you have not yet registered and would like to be added to the device waiting list- please click here --> https://forms.gle/j9tgFcb8VDFDELfh7
Thank you for your continued support. GO PATRIOTS!
9-4-20: Weekly COVID-19 Update
Staff reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 0
Staff quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 1
Students reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 5
Students quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 4
Total staff positive for COVID-19 since 7/24/20: 12
Total staff quarantined due to exposure since 7/24/20: 16
Total students positive for COVID-19 since 7/15/20: 12
Total students quarantined due to exposure since 7/15/20: 19
For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly.
We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
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Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN
School Health Coordinator
870-739-5140 (office)
kfogleman@msd3.org
5th grade students built different models of bridges to see how scientists learn more about the world and test designs! https://www.magisto.com/video/blQeYFIOCj4xVkZhCzE?l=vsm&o=i&c=c
Hello Patriots!
COVID 19 has brought many changes to this school year. One such change is the way we host athletic events. The district must follow all guidelines and mandates set by the Arkansas Department of Health and the Arkansas Activities Association.
Following these guidelines limits the total number of spectators allowed in each venue. The district has set the following standards for Home High School Varsity football games.
Each student athlete, band member, and cheerleader will be allowed to purchase two tickets.
All Tickets will be sold prior to the event.
AAA passes will be allowed until event maximum capacity is reached.
Patriot Passes will be allowed for admittance until event maximum capacity is reached.
No school ID passes will be allowed for admittance.
Seating is clearly marked by family groups, maintaining six feet of social distance.
Volleyball / Junior High Football Game events
Tickets will be sold at Patriot Arena / Patriot Stadium until the COVID 19 capacity is reached.
The district may choose to pre-sell tickets for some game nights.
AAA passes will be allowed until event maximum capacity is reached.
School ID passes will be allowed for admittance until event capacity is reached.
Patriot Passes will be allowed for admittance until event capacity is reached.
Seating is clearly marked by family groups, maintaining six feet of social distance.
Derek Harrell
Athletic Director
Marion School District
Office 870-739-5100
Fax 870-739-5156
dharrell@msd3.org
This week in Discovery has been a blast so far!
9/1/20
Today, Marion School District received notification that 5 students have been confirmed as positive for COVID-19. None of the five have been on any MSD campus during their infectious period. As a result, no staff or students have been exposed or identified as a close contact. The campuses affected are VPA, HCGC, and MJHS, however, three of the five cases are virtual learners and the remaining two cases have not been on our campus since we began school on 8/24/20. For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly. All of the cases have been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health.
We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
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Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN
School Health Coordinator
870-739-5140 (office)
kfogleman@msd3.org