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What's Next? More information coming soon...
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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.
SPANISH Version
Los miembros del Consejo Estudiantil del Condado de Alexander votaron para permitir que los estudiantes de primaria regresen a la instrucción en persona en fases que comienzan con los estudiantes de PreK- a segundo grado que regresan el 26 de octubre a un horario presencial de cuatro días por semana. Los miércoles seguirán siendo un día remoto para los estudiantes y permitirán una limpieza profunda en las escuelas.La segunda fase incluirá los grados tercero a quinto y será determinada en la próxima reunión del Consejo Estudiantil. La fecha prevista para traer de regreso a la escuela a los estudiantes de tercero a quinto grado es el 16 de noviembre. -
Below is important information regarding Alexander County Schools' response to Governor Cooper’s recent announcement regarding the ability to open schools under the Plan A option of in-person instruction for all PreK through 5th-grade students effective October 5. As promised, we have been thoughtful and intentional with our plans thus far and will continue to be as we draft these new plans.
Elementary students will not return to school at full capacity on Monday (October 5). The governor's order stated that schools could start back on October 5 or when school districts are fully ready - we are not there yet. A staff survey was completed, and the results can be found on our district website and social media sites. The parent survey is currently being conducted and is available to complete through Monday, October 5, at 9 AM.Data will be analyzed and shared next week. Dr. Hefner and health department officials will meet to discuss the data and COVID-19 metrics within the county as they prepare a recommendation for the board of education which will be presented at the meeting on Tuesday, October 13. The earliest anticipated possible start date for elementary students at full capacity would be October 19. We encourage you to tune in to the board of education meeting on our YouTube channel. A link will be posted on our district website and social media after 3 PM on October 13. The school board meeting begins at 6 PM.
Thank you for your continued support and patience, as this decision is made. As always, our students' and staff's safety and well-being will be at the forefront of this decision.
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Click here to see the video of the Staff Survey Results
COMPLETE THE PARENT SURVEY
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Washing Your Hands (English) Wear Cloth Face Coverings (English) Stay Home When You Are Sick (English)
Washing Your Hands (Spanish) Wear Cloth Face Coverings (Spanish) Stay Home When You Are Sick (Spanish)
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Board votes middle and high schools remain in Plan B
After a lengthy discussion and presentation, school board members voted 6 to 1 for middle and high school students to remain in Plan B through the end of the 2020-2021 school year. To read more or view the meeting click the heading above.
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Join us for the special called ACS Board of Education Meeting at 5:30 PM
BOE meeting to discuss middle and high school safe return to learn plans
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Jimison and Hennessee Advance to Regional Spelling Bee Competition; Jimison Wins
Brianna Jimison and Madison Hennessee advanced to the regional spelling bee competition at the Carolina Panthers stadium on Sunday, March 21. The competition went 20 rounds with Jimison winning the regional event by correctly spelling the word interrelate. Jimison will compete in the National Spelling Bee in June.
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Jimison wins Spelling Bee; Hennessee is Runner-Up
Twenty-two students representing Alexander County’s elementary, middle, and virtual schools were invited to compete for the top honor of Spelling Bee Champion. Brianna Jimison, Virtual Academy student, won the competition with Madison Hennessee, West Alexander Middle School student, placing second. Read more and see the slide show by clicking the title.
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Second round of meals available during Spring Break for students 18 years old and younger
Alexander County School Nutrition Department will be providing meals for all children 18 years old and younger during Spring Break. We are currently accepting sign-ups for the last five days of the break - April 7 through April 11. To receive meals you must complete the request form linked. This form is separate from the earlier form required for the first 7 days of meals during Spring Break. If you have questions, please call the School Nutrition office (828) 632-7001.
