Attention Winter Athletes: Team photos will be taken during school on Wed, Dec 16. All athletes should bring their uniform to school with them so they can wear it for the picture. Individual shots will be taken to create a larger group photo using Photoshop, so all social distancing guidelines will be followed. Order forms for group and individual pictures are available from Mrs. Barringer, Athletic Director.
Iroquois Community -
As you are aware, both Iroquois Jr./Sr. and Iroquois Elementary School switched to virtual instruction last week due to recommendations put into place by the Dept. of Ed in regards to COVID-19 positive/probable cases in schools. Iroquois SD believes that face-to-face instruction is better academically for our students. We also believe that students and adults are safe in school, as long as proper mitigation efforts are followed. More research supports this decision, and we will continue to offer in-person instruction as long as we can continue to do it safely.
On Mon., December 14, Iroquois Jr./Sr. High will be open and operate as scheduled. Iroquois Elementary School will not be able to re-open until Wed., December 16. Currently, IES is suffering from a shortage of subs to cover the building. We hope this problem is rectified early next week. If our efforts come up short, we will communicate our plans to you. Thank you for your continued support, and please stay safe.
Shane Murray
REMOTE LEARNING - I wanted to commend all of the students on their attendance and work performance over the last three days of virtual instruction. Here are just a few reminders for all students -
1. You must not be in bed/lying down for class.
2. No eating while on Zoom.
3. Distractions such a dancing, waving, or gaming are not acceptable.
4. Bathroom breaks are between classes, not during class.
5. You must have your video on and show your whole face during the entire class. You will be given credit for any work but you will still be marked absent.
COVID-19 - On the afternoon of Tuesday, December 8, 2020, we received confirmation of three COVID-19 cases impacting Iroquois Jr./Sr. High School. The Iroquois School District has communicated with the ECDOH and followed the health and safety plan in accordance with the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Please see the links to the letters to parents and staff from the Superintendent and High School Principal. http://iroquoispa.apptegy.us/article/363318?org=jr-sr-high-school
FAQs - Good afternoon! In an effort to better assist you with your students' needs during virtual instruction, please use the following information to determine how we can help answer your questions. For questions regarding instructional expectations/needs at IHS, please call (814) 899-7643 x1000. For questions regarding instructional expectations/needs at IES, please call (814) 899-7643 x2000. For questions regarding technology help, please call (814) 897-2416. For questions regarding COVID-19, please call (814) 899-7643 x6109. Thank you!
COVID-19 - On the morning of Tuesday, December 8, 2020, we received confirmation of a COVID-19 case impacting Iroquois Jr./Sr. High School. The Iroquois School District has communicated with the ECDOH and followed the health and safety plan in accordance with the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Please see the links to the letters to parents and staff from the Superintendent and High School Principal. http://iroquoispa.apptegy.us/article/362689?org=jr-sr-high-school
Attention students in Grade 8-12: Career Street is hosting a virtual panel discussion about careers in Science and Health with community members that work in the Science and Health fields. This event will take place on Dec. 15th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Pre-registration is required. This event is open to students and their parents.
TEAM PHOTO - If you ordered team and individual photo packages from Lifetouch, they should be sent out within the next two weeks. The final proof was just approved, and they are in production now. Please contact Mrs. Peebles if you have any additional questions or concerns.
VIRTUAL LEARNING EXPECTATIONS - with the news this afternoon of I.H.S.'s closure next week, many questions have come in regarding the school's expectations. These expectations were shared electronically and a hard copy was given to students in school during November. Here is a link for parents and students as to what is expected while we conduct remote learning starting on December 7th. http://iroquoispa.apptegy.us/article/360792?org=jr-sr-high-school
IHS COVID CLOSURE - Under the current health and safety plan, it is recommended that we close Iroquois Jr./Sr. High School for live instruction for a period of three to five days. The school will be closed and students will be required to do virtual instruction from December 7, 2020 through December 11, 2020. All sports activities including practice are suspended as of four o'clock today. Additional cancellations and closure information will be posted on the District website with additional information provided on Friday, December 11, 2020. Contact the school or the Assistant Pandemic Coordinator, Karen Barringer @ (814) 899-7643 x6109 with any questions related to the closure. For any technology-related questions/needs, contact 814-897-2416. Please read the letter linked to this announcement for further details. http://iroquoispa.apptegy.us/article/360578?org=jr-sr-high-school
COVID-19 - On the evening of Thursday, December 3, 2020, we received confirmation of three COVID-19 cases impacting Iroquois Jr./Sr. High School. The Iroquois School District has communicated with the ECDOH and followed the health and safety plan in accordance with the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Please see the links to the letters to parents and staff from the Superintendent and High School Principal. http://iroquoispa.apptegy.us/article/360103?org=jr-sr-high-school & http://iroquoispa.apptegy.us/article/360099?org=jr-sr-high-school
11th grade Iroquois Cyber Academy Students: ASVAB testing is cancelled for today. We apologize for the late notice.
COVID-19 - On the afternoon of Thursday, December 3, 2020, we received confirmation from the Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) of a COVID-19 case impacting Iroquois Jr./Sr. High School. The Iroquois School District has communicated with the ECDOH and followed the health and safety plan in accordance with the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Please see the link to the letter to parents and staff from the Superintendent and High School Principal. http://iroquoispa.apptegy.us/article/359672?org=jr-sr-high-school
Erie Together, Erie County Career Pathways Alliance, NWPA Job Connect along with Career Street have teamed up to present a science & health career pathway panel presentation which will be held December 15, from 6:30-7:30. Registration will be closed before the event so last minute add ons will not be accommodated. Register in advance for this webinar at https://bit.ly/3fYqO00
COVID-19 - On the afternoon of Tuesday, December 1, 2020, we received confirmation from the Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) of a COVID-19 case impacting Iroquois Jr./Sr. High School. The Iroquois School District has communicated with the ECDOH and followed the health and safety plan in accordance with the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Please see the link to the letter to parents and staff from the Superintendent and High School Principal. http://iroquoispa.apptegy.us/article/358131?org=jr-sr-high-school
TRAVEL ORDER - The Department of Health’s new Travel Order: Anyone who travels to another state, or travels to Pa from another state is now ordered to quarantine for 14 days/or get a negative PCR test before they can return to school.
The 14 days of quarantine are to be considered legal absences however students should complete school work during this time.
This applies to all students (except those under the age of 12). Child under 12 should not be excluded from school per the travel order.
Link to update on Meal Distributions for the Thanksgiving Break:
https://www.iroquoissd.org/article/354608?org=iroquois-school-district
As announced today in school, I.H.S. will return with live instruction on Monday, November 23, 2020. We are continually asking everyone to social distance and properly wear masks while in the building. Students should however be taking all materials home daily. In the event of a building closure, students will not be permitted in the building to get their materials. If we do go virtual, students will follow their normal class schedule by logging on through Schoology and Zoom.
9th graders interested in Vo-Tech:
Please attend the virtual open house tonight (link in previous post). Mrs. Cashdollar in the Guidance office has the applications!
9th graders who are interested in ECTS (Erie County Technical School), please see the attached link for the ECTS Virtual Open House TONIGHT from 4:30-6:30 PM. Log in any time!
ECTS Virtual Open House
Thursday, November 19, 2020
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
www.ects.org/openhouse/