Dear Sycamore Community School District 427 families,
We want to begin this message by letting you know there have been no known cases of Coronavirus (COVID 19) in District 427. At this time, our schools will remain open.
Information and guidelines regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) are constantly evolving. Based on guidance from the CDC, IDPH, the DeKalb County Health Department, DeKalb County Regional Office of Education, and the Governor’s Office, we are implementing the following practices to protect the health and safety of our students and staff during this challenging time.
As previously communicated today, we have decided to postpone or cancel district-sponsored and school-sponsored events that involve large gatherings with parents and community members outside of the regular school day. This will be in effect through Sunday, March 29, 2020. Information on rescheduled dates will be communicated at a later time.
Additionally, the following new guidelines will be used:
- All field trips are canceled including community-based trips.
- All outside speakers are canceled.
- All building rentals are canceled effective Friday, March 13, 2020, through Sunday, March 29, 2020.
- While we appreciate the amazing volunteers that support our schools, at this time for the safety of our students and staff, we will be suspending volunteer and parent visits through Sunday, March 29, 2020. If it is necessary for a parent/guardian to enter the building, they will be asked to wait in the building’s front office for further instruction.
At this time, we will continue to hold after school clubs and practices for our middle and high school students. Cancellation of these events will be communicated by the sponsor or building.
All decisions are being made with the safety and well-being of our students in mind, and we are being as responsive as we can with the most reliable information we are receiving. We will continue to monitor the situation and keep you updated.
We thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate this situation together.
Thank you,