Dear Parent/Guardian March 31, 2020 3:00pm

This is our seventh communication in relation to the COVID-19 virus and the suspension of schools. We hope that you are all safe and adjusting to the “new normal.” As stated yesterday by Governor DeWine, the “stay at home” directive for schools was extended to May 1, 2020. Therefore, our buildings will remain closed, yet our teachers will provide a continuance of learning during this period.
E-Learning: As stated in previous communications, if you are having troubles getting your work, let us know. We will find a way to get it to you. This is the final quarter and let’s finish strong!
Athletics: OHSAA released a statement in alignment with Governor DeWine’s order. All athletics are suspended through May 1 with the hope that there can still be a shortened season at the end of the year.
Access to Campus: We remain in a work from home scenario. Please call ahead if you must come to campus for any reason.
Meals: The plan remains the same through May 1st. Parents must call in to get on the list for Monday and Wednesday deliveries from 11am until 12pm to Lost Creek Country Club, Cairo gym or Northland by Empowered Sports.
This Friday, April 3rd, 2020, there will not be any lessons or work assigned. We would like to make Friday a “Be Kind, Serve Others” day. In our strategic plan for the district, this is one of our five goals. We would like to see our students doing something for the betterment of others to the extent possible. We only want students to do things that you, as parents, feel comfortable with. We do not want to put our students in harm’s way and would want to make sure students are following the social distancing guidelines provided by the Ohio Department of Health. Some examples of things that they could do: clean the house, do chores, work in the yard, clean up trash in the neighborhood, check on elderly neighbors, go to the grocery store for your grandparents, write letters or make cards for emergency personnel, etc… Again, this can be as small or as big as you would allow your son/daughter. This is not mandatory. Finally, we would like the kids to take a picture of what they are doing and put it on Twitter with the hashtags, #WildcatNation and #WildcatWay.

Lastly, we will continue to follow directives concerning public safety from Governor DeWine’s office and the Ohio Department of Health. We thank you for your cooperation during this time. We will get through this! One day at a time. One week at a time.

Sincerely,

Rich Dackin
Bath Superintendent