July 22nd, 2020

July 22, 2020

Dear Havasu Preparatory Academy Families,
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Please know we are eager to have your child back on campus, learning in person, alongside peers and teachers. But it must also be safe – for students, teachers and staff. This is why our campus has joined with many other schools and districts in extending our virtual learning status for all students until at least Tuesday, September 8, 2020. 
There is much discussion taking place these days about when it will be safe to reopen schools. But, in light of beginning the school year learning remotely, we believe it’s worth thinking about what it means to reopen.
Our school is opening on time. We’re just doing so virtually, for now. It’s important to remember our school isn’t primarily defined by the four walls of the building. Whether online or in person, our school is defined by incredible instructors and amazing students coming together to redefine what’s possible in education, no matter where learning occurs. 
We are doing this. So, let’s focus on what is possible as we come back together this school year.

• Virtual learning has evolved from last spring’s emergency workaround to a permanent, robust, engaging option. Classes can be taken in real time, with peer-to-peer interaction and the teacher there to help.
• As we work together to navigate the New Now, you will be able to change between online and in person options, at any time of the school year. This means we will work together to find the right fit for your child.
• Student meals are being distributed for all qualified enrolled students and can be picked up at our campus on Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:15 am to 10:30 am.
• Mrs. D’Uva, our Social worker, is ready to provide remote services in a safe, supportive environment.
• Classrooms and our campus have been reconfigured to allow for social distancing when safe to return. 
• Heightened campus cleaning, handwashing protocols, and hand sanitation stations are in place throughout the campus and daily schedule. 
• Temperature checks and/or symptom questionnaires and face coverings have been implemented. 
• A comfortable, relaxed environment where kids can still be kids when in person instruction resumes.
• Your child(ren)’s teacher will call you in the afternoon on July 27th to give you specific information about this school year and a schedule. 

Now, more than ever, our students deserve learning choices that redefine what is possible. Online for now, and in person, hybrid, flexible options when safe, we are ready for this school year! As a reminder, you can explore the full range of options here. We can’t wait to welcome you back September 8th!

In this together,

Dana Mills  M.Ed.
School Leader

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