Revised Monroe Fall 2020 Plans (7/24)

​In these unprecedented times, we are called to be flexible, creative, and driven to succeed. Working as a team, CSF administrators, teachers, and staff are up for the challenge. As there are no state mandates to guide our school year, we have been in consultation with local doctors as the Fairbanks/North Pole COVID-19 situation evolves. Our goal is to provide quality, holistic education in a safe and intentional manner.

A few weeks ago, we introduced our initial return to school plan. It included all students and staff returning to the school building. As a Catholic, Jesuit-Endorsed school, we believe interpersonal relationships to be integral in education. Since then, COVID-19 cases have been on the rise in our community. We understand many of you may be feeling that 100% in-person is not the right fit for your family. As a private school, we believe it important that we remain flexible and provide safe and comfortable options that work for the unique situations of both our families and our educators. 

As a reminder, earlier this month we identified three possible Return To School  scenarios:

1. 100% in-person attendance
2. Hybrid scenario
3. 100% online 

Given our community situation, we have moved toward providing a hybrid scenario. 

This “Hybrid Scenario” means CSF will be offering both in-person and online options for school this fall. These options will look different depending on whether your student is enrolled at ICS or Monroe. While all of the details have not been finalized yet, below is a preview.

IMPORTANT: For all grade levels, PK-12, CSF will incorporate social distancing whenever possible. Masks will be required of students, teachers, and staff members. Regulations outlining what type of masks will be acceptable are forthcoming. If you have immediate questions, please contact our Safety Liaison/COVID-19 Mitigation Coordinator, Lorna Illingworth, at safety@catholic-schools.org. 

Monroe Junior/Senior High Hybrid Option

• 4x4 model for all students, meaning students will take four classes each semester. Each class lasts approximately 90 minutes. This model has been shown to increase depth of subject matter, while reducing stress for both students and teachers.
• Details for In-Person and online options related to student/teacher schedules will follow. 
• Social-emotional support will be integrated into a student’s week regardless of whether he or she is attending class in-person or online.
• Depending on the needs of “online only” families, CSF would like to explore helping coordinate “home study teams” to help with socialization and study. More information to come.
  

Please take a moment to complete the questionnaire about your Return to School Preferences. This continues to help us iron out details for this coming year.

We’re working diligently to ensure this is a successful year for all. Thank you for your patience as we continue to move forward into the unknown. While our plans may need to change, our goal to provide the best education possible for your child(ren), be that in-person or online, remains the same. If you have further questions or concerns, please reach out to info@catholic-schools.org.