Hybrid Learning Information
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hybrid Learning?
Hybrid learning will have half of the students at school on alternating weeks. Students are assigned to either A weeks or B weeks. They will attend Monday-Thursday on their assigned week. During the other week they will complete learning at home. The schedule can be found below for which weeks they should come to school. All students will complete asynchronous learning on Fridays.
Why are we changing from remote learning?
Aurora Public Schools based this decision on the Decision Matrix that was developed in collaboration with the Tri-County Health Department. Locally, we are seeing lower rates of COVID-19 transmission. School and district staff have continued to prepare for a safe return to in-person learning and we are confident that all of our planning will facilitate a safe and smooth transition.
What days will my child come to school?
Hybrid learning will begin on Monday, September 13th (Preschool and Kindergarten) and Tuesday, October 13 (grades 1-5). If your child is in the A cohort they will attend on A weeks beginning October 13. If they are in the B cohort they will return for in person learning on October 19.
What will their day be like?
Students will enter the building and be asked about Covid symptoms. If they have any symptoms they will be sent home. There will be no supervision on the playground before school, therefore students will go directly to their classroom. They will wear a mask while in the building. Desks will be spaced to allow for social distancing. Hand washing and sanitizing will be scheduled. Restroom breaks will occur with their classroom to eliminate contact with other classes. Instruction will be done in the classroom through the use of Chromebooks (similar to remote learning). Lunches will be eaten in the classroom, but students will have an opportunity to go outside for recess and some specials.
What about school supplies?
Check our School Supply Page to determine what supplies are needed.
Students should bring their Chromebook and Charger to school daily.
Will my child need to wear a mask?
Yes, to remain in compliance with the Colorado State mask mandate, all students and staff will wear masks at all times in the school. Parents accompanying their child to school should also be wearing a mask to keep everyone safe.
How will students eat?
During breakfast and lunch students will be allowed to remove their mask. Meals should take no more than 15 minutes.
Will students need to stay with their cohort?
Yes, students will remain in their classroom with the same students. Staff interacting with students will be limited to a small number.
Can I change my mind about their placement?
Parents can move their child from Hybrid In-Person learning to fully remote at any time. Students who are learning remotely may have an opportunity to switch to hybrid for the third quarter.
What happens if there is a case of Covid-19?
Aurora Public Schools is working with Tri-County Health Department. Please visit the district website for more information HERE.
Hybrid Learning at Virginia Court
We are excited to welcome our learners back to school!
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
Instruction will happen Monday-Thursday from 7:45-2:45 in both synchronous and asynchronous ways
Transportation will still be provided for bus riders
Students will receive free breakfast, lunch, and dinner whether they are learning in person or remotely
We are happy to continue supporting students who will remain in a full-remote learning model by continuing to provide access to a virtual learning environment with teachers and staff.
Fridays will continue to be designated for virtual asynchronous learning (self-paced)
Calendar for cohort report for in-person dates can be found here
As a reminder, there is no parking in the bus lane on Troy St. Please park on Virginia Court or on the east side of Troy St. Thank you for keeping our bus riders safe! Be sure to check your email for an important message with more details about arrival, dismissal, and more to help you prepare for hybrid learning.
Transportation Information: Please see the link for important information about bus transportation for students coming to school for in-person learning.
IN-PERSON HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
Families will conduct a health assessment daily
Safety guidelines will be strictly followed: Masks are required and must be provided by families, social distancing will be maintained, no shared materials among students, hand-washing, and hand-sanitizing will happen regularly, rooms will be thoroughly cleaned each evening and sanitized throughout the day
Letters to Families
Kindergarten Group A Letter.pdfKindergarten A
Hybrid Kindergarten Group B Letter.pdfKindergarten Cohort B
Hybrid Group A Return to School Letter .pdfGrades 1-5 Cohort A
Hybrid Group B Return to School Letter.pdfGrades 1-5 Cohort B
Remote Grades K-5
Hybrid Remote Group Letter.pdf
