IMPORTANT UPDATE TO BUNKER HILL CUSD 8 SPECTATOR POLICY
Yesterday the state of Illinois announced news regarding a Bridge to Phase 5, and although Illinois has not reached the metrics for the Bridge Phase at this time, it does loosen attendance restrictions for indoor venues of capacity greater than or equal to 200. Effective immediately – our spectator policy is as follows:
• 50 visiting team guests may attend BH events, provided they bring their home pass
• Bunker Hill 8 will now expand to three (3) fans per athlete
More details will be coming soon, especially once Spring outdoor sports contests begin!
Good evening, Bunker Hill 8 families –
As we close the books on the 3rd quarter of what has been a most unusual school year, I would like to share a couple of updates with you regarding Covid-19 and remote learning going forward for the final quarter.
For the remainder of the year, Bunker Hill CUSD 8 will comply with the ISBE mandate that all school districts allow families that wish to choose remote learning based on concerns of health and/or safety during the pandemic. However, beginning 4th quarter (Monday, March 14) students will no longer be able to move between “remote” and “in-person” at will unless they have specifically been ordered to quarantine by the Macoupin County Public Health Department. We have been accommodating and flexible in this regard during times when cases rise, but we cannot continue to accommodate students that elect remote and in-person many times, sometimes in the span of a single week.
Also, I would like to again extend the warmest appreciation to all of our students, staff and families who have done an outstanding job with masks, social distancing, attendance limitations, etc. It does feel like we are now in the “comeback” phase. As of the time of this writing, we have 0 staff and only 1 student in quarantine in our entire district! This is a cause for celebration, yet we also don’t want to become careless and move backwards. However, this would be an excellent time for parents of remote learners to re-consider in-person instruction. Unfortunately, we have many students that need the most assistance electing the remote learning option. While we will absolutely not overrule ISBE’s mandate, nor force anyone uncomfortable about the virus to return, we are simply asking that parents assess their child’s grades and learning progress to determine whether remote learning is the best choice. Our fourth quarter begins on Monday, and we hope to soon welcome back 100% of our students within our walls.
Again, thank you for your continued partnership this year, and I hope all is well with each of you and your families,
Thanks,
Todd
Todd Dugan, Superintendent
Yesterday, #BHill8 School District Nurse Christy Scott facilitated the first student tele-health virtual "doctor on demand" office visit with our new partner @hazelhealthinc With her help we were able to provide a student suffering from acid reflux whose prescription had run out, feel better and get back to class. If you have not enrolled yet and are interested, please visit https://my.hazel.co/bhschools
Updated Link for tonight's HS BBB Game vs. Mt Olive: https://youtu.be/findd3rGlu8
Attention #BHill8 parents of current PK-12th graders! Are you interested in an engaging summer learning experience designed to recoup learning loss due to the pandemic? Please complete the district's interest survey in order to help us plan for our own Summer Learning Experience! https://bit.ly/3pIHaxa
Tonight (2/17): Regularly-scheduled Board of Education meeting at 7:00 PM at Wolf Ridge. If attending, masks and social distancing will be required. Agenda can be found here: https://bit.ly/2M58gRy
Due to the poor conditions of rural roads in outlying areas, along with cold temperatures and additional snow forecast for the morning, Bunker Hill CUSD #8 will utilize a Remote Learning Day on Wednesday, 2/17. Meals can be ordered by emailing swuellner@bhcusd.org by 9:30 AM.
As Bunker Hill CUSD 8 continues to work toward ensuring compliance with IDPH guidance on spectators at athletics and school activities, yet still allow all student athletes representation in the bleachers, these guidelines have been created for all "home" games. Most BH opponents are not allowing "visiting" spectators at this time.
Guidance continues to change daily, so we thank you in advance for your understanding. While we realize these guidelines will not please everybody, we are grateful that our student athletes now have the opportunity to do what they love: play sports!
Also, should our EMS region move out of Phase 4 and into Tier 1, 2 or 3 these will need to be adjusted. Good luck to our student athletes, and we are hopeful for an exciting and safe season of Winter Sports!
Please read spectator guidelines here: https://5il.co/pc3f
Semester 2 - Week 3 Covid-19 Quarantine Dashboard
Sniffles? Sore throat? Is your student sick or is it allergies? Schedule a virtual doctor’s visit with our partner Hazel Health from your school nurse office, so you can get answers and peace of mind. Go to https://my.hazel.co/bhschools to sign form
Reminder: Coffee with the Superintendent (Virtual)
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Details: Join Zoom Meeting at the below link
http://bit.ly/3oOjat6 is the link to join. Credentials are:
Meeting ID: 734 1961 4806
Passcode: 2h9u4b
This virtual meeting will allow parents and community members the opportunity to ask questions and share comments/compliments/concerns. No prepared agenda, just an easy way to stay informed #BHill8
When your child is feeling sick, you want to get care quickly. Our student health partner, Hazel Health, provides virtual doctor’s visits for all students. Visit https://my.hazel.co/bhschools to sign up.
The weekly Covid-19 dashboard info will continue to be updated throughout 2nd Semester 2020-21. The below represents latest data as of the afternoon of Friday, January 22, 2021.
A tummy ache shouldn’t stand between your child and a good day at school. We’ve partnered with @HazelHealthInc to provide students with virtual doctor visits so they can get the relief they need. Go to https://my.hazel.co/bhschools to sign up
Headache making it hard to concentrate? We’ve partnered with @HazelHealthInc to provide students virtual doctor visits when they are feeling sick. Be sure to register your child during our 2-week Enrollment Drive: https://my.hazel.co/bhschools
Students in Bunker Hill CUSD 8 now have access to expanded student health services through our partner @HazelHealthInc Learn more by watching this short video https://vimeo.com/369926372 and sign the form to access this service at https://my.hazel.co/bhschools
We've started our two-week Enrollment Drive for student health services with our partner @HazelHealthInc Parents please sign the new student health form today at https://my.hazel.co/bhschools
We’re excited to announce a new health service, @hazelhealthinc, giving our students access to virtual doctor visits while at school. A signed form is required for a student to receive these services. Sign this form today at https://my.hazel.co/bhschools
Is your family in need of a desktop computer? January 19, PCs for People will be at the Benld Public Library from 3pm-6pm where you can get a refurbished computer for $20. Please register and pre-order your computer or mobile hotspot at tinyurl.com/pcsforpeopleil
The faculty, staff and administration of #BHill8 wishes everyone Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year! We look forward to seeing our students back in on January 6, 2021 with the attached modified (hybrid) schedule for the first week and a half upon return. If all goes well, plans are to resume full in-person 5 days/week learning on Tuesday, January 19th, 2021. Please note, as has been the practice throughout this hectic year, every arrangement is subject to possible change. However, in the interest of planning for childcare and a dedication to in-person learning, please plan on following this schedule unless otherwise communicated.
