Marion High School

10/2/20 Weekly COVID-19 Update: Staff reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 1 Staff quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 7 (5 are non-school related) Students reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 0 Students quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 28 (4 non-school related) Total staff positive for COVID-19 since 7/24/20: 14 Total staff quarantined due to exposure since 7/24/20: 24 Total students positive for COVID-19 since 7/15/20: 16 Total students quarantined due to exposure since 7/15/20: 149 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

NATIONAL CUSTODIAL WORKER’S RECOGNITION DAY Marion High School is blessed to have such a special group to take care of us all and our campus. October 2nd, National Custodial Worker’s Recognition Day encourages appreciation to the employees who keep our schools and workplaces across the nation running smoothly.  Custodial workers operate behind the scenes. They are often under-appreciated for the hard work they do day after day, too. These are the personnel keeping schools, hospitals, office buildings, museums, churches, and other buildings clean and well maintained. While delivering outstanding services and running a well-maintained building, they contribute to critical first impressions and the success of any business. They’re the people we call on to give our brick and mortar businesses a polished look. The bank, schools, and office buildings look organized and presentable because custodial workers efficiently keep everything in top condition.

Good Morning to all. We anticipate having a limited number of tickets for tonight's football game available for purchase this afternoon. Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased at the Central Office. School ID's will not be accepted this season due to COVID 19 restrictions. Derek Harrell Athletic Director Marion School District

It's the final two days of the sweatshirt sale! If you would like a sweatshirt, please email Coach Westerman at awesterman@msd3.org, or see a member of the tennis team. We appreciate your support!

Final month for discount on online yearbook purchases. The sale will end October 30, and yearbook prices will be $65 through the end of the year. Use code FALL2020 to get a discount at https://yearbookforever.com/.../H1GgeX2gHeG1crQIJTtzhNiM

Banned Books Week (September 27 - October 3, 2020) is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. Typically held during the last week of September, it spotlights current and historical attempts to censor books in libraries and schools. It brings together the entire book community — librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and readers of all types — in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular. The books featured during Banned Books Week have all been targeted for removal or restriction in libraries and schools. By focusing on efforts across the country to remove or restrict access to books, Banned Books Week draws national attention to the harms of censorship.

Students took a well-deserved break from traditional classroom work today & enjoyed the great weather outside. Mrs. Rebick’s AP Psychology students drew and labeled neurons and that explained neural transmission, or the neural communication process.

It’s that time of year again… We are thrilled to welcome the return of Sonic’s annual Fall Voting campaign – now in its 12th year! This year has presented its fair share of challenges, creating uncertainty for public school teachers and their students. As teachers continue to show off their superhero prowess and adjust to both distance learning and in-person teaching techniques, they need our support now more than ever. Today through Sunday, Oct. 25, Sonic is asking YOU to decide how to distribute $1 million to teachers’ requests for supplies and materials made via DonorsChoose on LimeadesForLearning.com. The requests with the most votes nationwide receive funding! Maximum funding per project is $600. https://www.limeadesforlearning.com/ You can vote for a teachers’ requests, and make their wish-list a reality through the following ways: 1. Sign up with a valid email address and receive one automatic vote daily at LimeadesforLearning.com 2. Visit a nearby Sonic Drive-In to receive a bag sticker code with your purchase, worth two votes 3. Vote 10 times and receive three bonus votes to be used on the website For an added incentive, guests who enter the promo code TEACHERS can treat themselves to a free large drink or Slush, with any purchase made in the Sonic App, September 28-October 5, 2020.* Learn more about the creative ways teachers are acclimating to this unprecedented school year, as well as the type of lessons they are incorporating into their curriculums and cast your vote here. Share your support with friends and family on social, and be sure to check back in to see if your favorite request generated the most votes! *Valid for one free Large Slush, Soft Drink, Iced Tea or Limeade with purchase. Excludes Real Fruit Slushes. Valid only when you order and redeem your promo code TEACHERS in the SONIC® App. Add-Ins cost extra. One per customer. Not good in conjunction with any other offers or rewards. For more information click the link below https://www.limeadesforlearning.com/blog/X2poqxMAACIAPueg

9/28/20 Marion School District received notification of a positive case of COVID-19, involving one of our auxiliary staff members, 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. -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

Parent Responsibilities for Virtual Students Please recall that as we outlined in the information provided to you before the start of school, that while the teacher is responsible for providing the curriculum and the instruction, the parental involvement is crucial in order for virtual learning to be successful for a student. It is essential that parents monitor student activity daily, ensure that assignments are completed on time, and encourage students to stay on track. While we understand that many challenges arise from maintaining work schedules and commitments while you are supporting your student's efforts at home, these expectations are vital to the success of your student(s). If at any time the demands of virtual learning become too difficult for your family to maintain, please know that your student(s) are welcome to return to the classroom for face-to-face instruction- by simply contacting your school’s main office. Recommended Time on “School Work” The following are recommendations from the Marion School District for the amount of time (per subject) a student should be engaged in school work each day through any delivery model. This includes instruction and assignments. Recommendations are based on a review of guidance from other states and discussions with local schools and parents. We want parents/students to focus on the process of learning. Engagement is the key to reducing any learning regression. Recommended Time on “School Work” (per subject) Grades: PK-4 -- 30-60 minutes a day, maximum of 5 hours a week 5-8 -- 45-90 minutes a day, maximum of 7 ½ hours a week 9-12 -- 60-150 minutes a day, maximum of 12 ½ hours a week Students in Honors, AP, or concurrent courses will most likely exceed the recommended times. All students should be reading regularly in addition to instructional time. Thank you for supporting your students at the Marion School District.

9/25/20 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: 0 Students quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 6 (non-school related) 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: 115 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

Patriot Parents: Now that we're nearly five weeks in with virtual and face-to-face learning, what new questions do you have? Next week's episode of You, Me, and MSD will focus on Virtual School, but send any school-related questions you have for Dr. Fenter and our administrators to Patriot.Parents@msd3.org.

For online registration for upcoming flu vaccine clinics, please visit: https://adhschoolfluprereg.arkansas.gov/WebsiteContent/Show-WebsiteContent-HomePage.aspx Parents must also fill out the FERPA form in addition to the ADH registration form. Thanks! -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

Hi everyone!! We have a little over a week left on our hoodie fundraiser. If you would like to order, please see a member of the tennis team or email Coach Westerman at awesterman@msd3.org. We thank everyone for their support!!

Five mistakes to avoid with your mask:

Attention MSD Parents: The following is the newest change to the mask policy. This amended policy was approved by the board last Thursday night and is in line with the current mask directive by the ADH. "Masks with valves are not allowed. Bandanas and single-layer neck gaiters (a form of mask made 2 out of stretchy, moisture-wicking fabric that is worn around the neck and pulled up over the nose and mouth) may not provide sufficient protection and are strongly discouraged. Bandanas and gaiters may be doubled to provide two layers of protection." As always, thank you for your continued support of the Marion School District.

Arkansas high school seniors and parents are invited to attend a free webinar entitled Paying for College to understand the college financial aid process. Arkansas Paying for College Webinar Wednesday, October 7, 2020 6:00 PM CST Join Christie Smith, Director of Business Development with Sallie Mae, along with the Arkansas Division of Higher Education (ADHE) for this informative session. We will cover the basics of college financial aid such as federal financial aid, state awards, scholarships and other options to consider in how to pay for college. We will also include tips on completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which opens October 1, 2020. Register today at: https://salliemaebank.webex.com/salliemaebank/onstage/g.php?MTID=eb515f47cbb6e09eea65517909c15570a

Flu Clinic Dates:

ArkACRAO Virtual Collage Fair

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