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Superintendent Ahmadi's Message to Families August 3, 2020

Added Aug 03, 2020 •

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Hello Castro Valley Unified students and families. I hope you are healthy and safe. We are excited to welcome our students back to school for the 2020-2021 school year. Due to the pandemic, this school year will be very different than years past. I know the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 can be confusing and concerning, but  I want to assure you that our team of professionals have been working hard to prepare for this school year as they do every year.

Our teachers and staff have spent part of their time this summer  learning new techniques and planning and will continue to be involved in professional development before and even after school starts.

As you know all students will begin school with distance learning. Staff have worked hard to ensure students are provided  a robust and engaging experience.  This will include synchronous and asynchronous distance learning, live instruction, requires regular attendance, daily check in, and a return to standard grading practices.

All families, including those who have selected the alternative option through the virtual academies will receive information soon with further details to prepare for August 13th. 
As usual school will start with welcoming students, setting norms and expectations, and assessments of where each child is. Every student in our school district will be able to  have access to a  device and Internet.  
 
When conditions improve and districts are allowed to consider in-person instruction, we will take the time needed to plan for a gradual transition to blended learning, thoughtfully and safely, guided by science and continued close consultation with the County Department of Health. We will do this based on the most strict state and county guidelines and requirements. Please know that what we want more than anything is the safety of our students and staff and we will make our decision with that in our minds and our hearts.

We are ready to support our students and families.  We understand that the changes in how we are educating students due to the Pandemic impacts each and every family and we sincerely thank you for your partnership and support.