Interesting message from a schools superintendent.
Dear Parent, Guardian, and Caregiver,
Enclosed is correspondence from the high school athletic director and the high school team pertaining to Phase 1 of restarting athletics. High schools are authorized to begin phase 1 on July 13. I am recommending that we move forward with this initial phase.
When reviewing the social distancing guidelines put forth governing the opening of schools in September, the “disconnect” of placing athletes from opposing teams on the same field competing is obvious. It remains to be seen,therefore, whether the fall season will occur as scheduled. As we’ve seen, a number of college level programs have already canceled their seasons; I do believe that there will be more coming.
That being said, my approval of moving forward with phase 1 is based not only on my confidence in the rather extensive health and safety protocol which will be utilized; but more importantly because I feel that it represents a sense of normalcy for our children.
They have been sequestered for far too long without the benefit of interaction with their
classmates, coaches and mentors, and without structured physical activity. Phase 1 will include only conditioning exercises done at a safe social distance from their teammates.
It remains to be seen, the extent to which our children will return to normal in September.
If at this time, we can provide them with some degree of hope and positive outlet, I do believe it is worthwhile. If your child intends to participate in a fall sport, please review the correspondence carefully, as it contains information not only regarding the various health and safety protocol; but also registration, scheduling, and contact information for coaches.
I thank you in advance for your time and attention. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the high school administration or athletic department.
Dear Parent, Guardian, and Caregiver,
Enclosed is correspondence from the high school athletic director and the high school team pertaining to Phase 1 of restarting athletics. High schools are authorized to begin phase 1 on July 13. I am recommending that we move forward with this initial phase.
When reviewing the social distancing guidelines put forth governing the opening of schools in September, the “disconnect” of placing athletes from opposing teams on the same field competing is obvious. It remains to be seen,therefore, whether the fall season will occur as scheduled. As we’ve seen, a number of college level programs have already canceled their seasons; I do believe that there will be more coming.
That being said, my approval of moving forward with phase 1 is based not only on my confidence in the rather extensive health and safety protocol which will be utilized; but more importantly because I feel that it represents a sense of normalcy for our children.
They have been sequestered for far too long without the benefit of interaction with their
classmates, coaches and mentors, and without structured physical activity. Phase 1 will include only conditioning exercises done at a safe social distance from their teammates.
It remains to be seen, the extent to which our children will return to normal in September.
If at this time, we can provide them with some degree of hope and positive outlet, I do believe it is worthwhile. If your child intends to participate in a fall sport, please review the correspondence carefully, as it contains information not only regarding the various health and safety protocol; but also registration, scheduling, and contact information for coaches.
I thank you in advance for your time and attention. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the high school administration or athletic department.
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