In the past 24-hours, Winder Elementary School has experienced a significant number of staff absences, and it is no longer possible to safely and effectively conduct classes in-person. Beginning on Tuesday, December 15, students who are currently enrolled for in-person instruction will switch to distance learning online for the rest of this week. Students will continue their learning from home through Google Classroom.
The transition to online learning is ONLY for students at Winder Elementary School.
We understand that it may be challenging to find childcare on such short notice. Therefore, buses will run and WES will be open on Tuesday for children that need to attend in-person. Starting on Wednesday, December 16, however, all WES students will be learning at home.
The entire facility will undergo a deep cleaning over the holiday break to ensure it is safe when staff and students return in January.
The school cafeteria will offer curbside meals from 10:30-11:30 am Tuesday through Friday this week. There are signs at the school directing parents where to pick up curbside meals. Each child will be given a meal bag which will include breakfast and lunch. No signup is required. Students do not need to be present when picking up the meals and proof of student attendance is not required.
Please note that all other BCSS schools will remain open at this time. If you have children that attend other schools in BCSS, they may continue to attend school.
We are committed to providing in-person instruction as long as conditions allow us to do so safely and effectively. We will continue to work to that end, and we appreciate your patience as we navigate through this pandemic. Thank you.