SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS: In August, Board meetings returned to in-person meetings with a zoom option for those who wish to attend virtually. Meeting information can be found on the district calendar or on the district website: OVUU Board meets Oct. 5 (Date changed to October 5 from October 6), 6 PM @ OVUHS. RNESU Board meets Oct. 20, 5 PM.
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UPDATE - RNESU Phone System Issues Continue - Outgoing and Incoming phone service may be erratic, especially one party not hearing the other party.
We are aware of and have reported these issues. We apologize for this inconvenience and appreciate your patience. During this time, please consider using email and Let's Talk to reach us.
Thank you to SSgt. Sarah Wentling for visiting with some of our students today!
Attention - Regarding Otter Valley Phones:
We are experiencing difficulties with receiving incoming phone calls, it has been reported and we are in the process of rectifying the issue.
Thank you for your patience and sorry for any inconvenience.
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Attention - regarding Otter Valley Phones:
There has been a large carrier outage and we are in the process of rectifying the issue.
Thank you for your patience and sorry for any inconvenience.
Parents and Students - attached you will see Tuesday (9/28) and Wednesday's (9/29) schedule for Edmentum Testing.
Grades 7 - 10 will be testing and will start school at 8:00 am on both days.
Grades 11 and 12 will start school at 10:00 am on both days.
Picture Retake Day is scheduled for October 14th!
SCHOOL SAFETY HOTLINE: All Vermonters now have access to a new anonymous school safety tip line. The purpose of this tip line is to enhance school safety and security by providing students, faculty, staff and members of the community with a tool to report concerning behaviors that may have a negative impact on our schools. These tips will assist law enforcement, human service providers and school administrators in identifying school threats and coordinating assistance to students and families for services not needing an immediate response.
Submitted tips will be received 24 hours a day/7 days a week and will be assessed to determine if an immediate action from law enforcement or other first responders is needed. Tips that are determined to not need immediate attention, will be directed to VT 211 (United Way) and/or appropriate school officials for additional services.
Any student, parent/guardian, educator or member of the community can utilize this tip line at no cost. All tips are anonymous.
There are three ways to submit a tip: (1)Go to www.SAFE4VT.org and click on “Submit a Tip”, then fill out the form with your information. (2) Dial (844) SAFE4VT or (844) 723-3488 and speak with a call taker. (3) Send a text to 274637, type in keyword SAFE4VT and then your tip. Please share this information far and wide. Thank you!
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COVID TESTING TIPS: Local doctor’s offices have told us that they may not be able to test students who are deemed a close contact unless they have symptoms, as their offices are too busy with people who are ill. It is highly recommended that an appointment for testing at one of the many state sites be made. You can do this online at the link below. As always, if you or your child have symptoms, however, please do reach out to your medical provider.
In mid October or after, we hope to offer free weekly optional testing for all staff and students right at school. Stay tuned for more information on this.
Where to test: https://www.healthvermont.gov/covid-19/testing/where-get-tested
VACCINATION VERIFICATION REQUEST (OPTIONAL)
The Otter Valley and Barstow school nurses are asking parents to voluntarily provide a copy of vaccination cards for any student age 12 and above who has been vaccinated. This information is optional for parents to provide; however having the information will help us know who needs to quarantine in the case of a positive case. It also will help us know when the school might reach the 80% vaccination goal that may allow us to relax the mask mandate. Please consider sharing this information with your school nurse. It becomes a part of the child’s health record, which is HIPAA protected for your privacy.
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Check out the Homecoming Flyer for 2021 events coming up!
OV Golfers place 2 in top 5 and finish second as a team at Division 2 Southern Vermont Conference!
https://www.rutlandherald.com/sports/roundup-politano-bryant-make-all-southern-valley/article_8757bbf4-01a1-50dc-9a4e-7b03e7543a07.html?utm_source=sports-newsletter&utm_campaign=local-sports&utm_medium=email&utm_content=headline
Power rankings are out for field hockey - Check it out!
https://www.rutlandherald.com/sports/little-windsor-thriving-with-sticks/article_3a3852b7-870d-56d6-8cd0-4e37c36c8c51.html?utm_source=sports-newsletter&utm_campaign=local-sports&utm_medium=email&utm_content=headline
Check out the article from last night's Varsity Girls Soccer game hosting Hartford!
https://www.rutlandherald.com/sports/hartford-blanks-otter-valley/article_3d1f144f-0cd1-5c5d-88b3-9bea092307d9.html?utm_source=sports-newsletter&utm_campaign=local-sports&utm_medium=email&utm_content=headline
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