Message for PreK - 2nd Grade Parents and Students

This is a reminder for parents of PreK through second-grade students that we are excited to have all of your children back in our buildings beginning on Monday. The new schedule will be as follows: Students in grades PreK through 2 will attend school in person on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Wednesdays will continue to be remote learning day for all students in the school system. As we make this transition, I encourage everyone to be diligent with the 3 Ws… Wear your mask, Wait 6 feet apart, and Wash your hands frequently. Our commitment to these protocols in school and out in the community will play a role in the success of this new schedule. Please do your part to stay well! #StopTheSpread

Message from the Child Nutrition Department

USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue announced that waivers are in place to offer free meals to all children (18 years old and younger) through the end of the 2020-2021 school year. Please encourage your child to participate in our school meal program. Our child nutrition employees are following strict sanitation guidelines in preparing and distributing meals. Students will only need money in their account for extras they may want to purchase. Click the heading to read more...

FFA Proficiency Awards

Pictured are Austin Sink and Avery Cook. Austin Sink placed third in Diversified Horticulture. He is a Junior at ACHS and serves as an FFA Chapter officer. Avery Cook placed first in the state in Landscape Management. Avery’s proficiency award will be judged against others at the national level in October. Avery is a Junior and a chapter FFA officer. To read more, click the heading.

New video conversation with Superintendent Dr. Hefner and Ms. LeeAnne Whisnant

Board votes to phase in return to in-person instruction

The Alexander County Board of Education members voted to allow elementary students to return to in-person instruction in phases beginning with PreK – 2nd-grade students returning Oct. 26 to a four-day per week in-person schedule. Wednesdays will continue to be a remote day for students and allow for deep cleaning in the schools. The second phase will include third – 5th grades and will be determined by the board at the next school board meeting. The anticipated date to bring third – 5th-grade students back to school is Nov. 16. The Virtual Academy online application can be found on the Return to Learn website www.alexander.k12.nc.us/rtl. The deadline for Virtual Academy applications is Friday, Oct. 16 by 3 PM.