Revisions to the Reopening and Recovery Plan

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Garrett County Public Schools

Central Office
40 South Second Street

Oakland, MD 21550

Phone 301.334.8900

Fax 301.334.7621

Email Garrett County Public Schools

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Last Updated on Jan 27, 2022 at 10:05am | Garrett County Public Schools

Garrett County Public Schools has posted an updated Reopening and Recovery Plan along with COVID 19 Safety Protocols on the GCPS website. Please note that both plans are working documents that will continue to grow and evolve over time as we work through the process of implementing all of the recovery efforts.

Below is a brief summary of the updated areas in the Reopening and Recovery Plan:

Stakeholder Feedback - pg. 10
Fall Diagnostic Performance Baseline Data and Projected Outcomes - pg. 11
American Rescue Plan: Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funding (ARP ESSER III) Information - pg. 15
Evening Meal Distribution Information - pg. 17
Universal Mask Mandate Update - pg. 21
Updated Attendance Codes for Quarantine/Isolation (aligned with previous press) - pgs. 24 and 29
Updated COVID 19 Outbreak Definitions - pg. 26

Below is a brief summary of the updated areas of the GCPS COVID 19 Safety Protocols

Vaccination Opportunities - pg. 3
Update on Voluntary Weekly Screening Opportunities - pg. 5
Performance Arts Expectations for Dress Rehearsals/Performances - pg. 8
Quarantine and Isolation Procedures - pgs. 9-12

Stakeholders are encouraged to read and review the updated plan to stay informed of current practices and procedures within the school system. Feedback and questions specific to the updates reflected in the plan can be emailed to us.

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WEB ACCESSIBILITY

Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) is committed to providing a website that is accessible to individuals with disabilities in compliance with the requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

GCPS continues to improve the accessibility of this site as new technology and opportunities emerge. We welcome your questions and suggestions to guide our efforts. If you experience any difficulty in accessing a GCPS website due to a disability, or for any reason, you may file a complaint.

For information of how to file a Section 504 complaint, please see Policy/Procedure ACEA.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

In accordance with state and federal laws, and the policies of the Board of Education, Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, age, religion, disability, genetics, ancestry/national origin, marital status, sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation in matters affecting employment or in providing educational programs and services, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. GCPS operates equal opportunity programs for students and staff. The Board of Education of Garrett County is an equal opportunity employer.

Employee inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or Title IX issues such as gender equity, sexual harassment and sexual discrimination should be directed to Dr. Jane Wildesen, Director of Human Resources, jane.wildesen@garrettcountyschools.org or 301-334-8903.

Student or parent inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or Title IX issues such as gender equity, sexual harassment and sexual discrimination should be directed to John Hummel, Director of Student Services, john.hummel@garrettcountyschools.org or 301-334-8938.

Inquiries regarding ADA and Section 504 should be directed to Dr. Chelsie Manges, Director of Special Education, chelsie.manges@garrettcountyschools.org or 301-334-7657.

Inquiries regarding Title II should be directed to Dr. Jane Wildesen, Director of Human Resources, jane.wildesen@garrettcountyschools.org or 301-334-8903.

Inquiries may also be addressed in writing to the appropriate office at

Garrett County Public Schools
40 South Second Street
Oakland, MD 21550

External Agencies U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
1-800-669-4000 1-800-669-6820 (TTY for Deaf/Hard of Hearing callers only)
1-844-234-5122 (ASL Video Phone for Deaf/Hard of Hearing callers only)

Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR) 410.767.8600 (Español-marque el 2), 1.800.637.6247 Maryland Relay 7-1-1

U.S. Department of Education (OCR) Office for Civil Rights 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202 (202) 401-2000 1-800-872-5327 Fax: 202-453-6012; TDD: 800-877-8339

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