The Buzz School Community News Issue #8

State continues planning fall semester

Governor Ned Lamont and Commissioner of Education Dr. Miguel A. Cardona spoke about statewide school reopening plans at a press conference on Monday, July 27. As discussed in the press conference, Gilbert, like many other schools across the state, will now have the flexibility to choose the model of education when they reopen school for the fall 2020 semester.  Click here for full story

Guidelines for virtual learning

This week, the state issued additions to its guidelines for reopening schools in the fall 2020 semester. The state issued its original guidelines on June 25 and it can be found at this link The g uidelines for virtual learning can be found at this link The Gilbert School needs your help in order to comply with the state's guidelines. Parents, please fill out this survey to indicate whether you plan your student to take virtual learning classes or in-person classes.

State issues framework for classes

In order for The Gilbert School to make a decision on the type of classes to offer in the Fall 2020 semester (in-person classes, hybrid classes, or remote classes), the state's Department of Education has issued guidance for potential learning models. The guidance, along with previous guidance issued on building preparedness, health, and safety, will determine what model will be used. Please review the following guidelines from the state, which can be found at this link

Travel advisory

Attention all parents and students and families taking trips outside of Connecticut this summer: The Gilbert School wants to remind you that if you travel to one of 34 states on Connecticut's travel advisory list, when you come back to Connecticut you must self-quarantine for 14 days. You have to self-quarantine before the start of school. More details on the travel advisory can be found at this link

Best of school year 2019-2020

It was a celebration of accomplishments at The Gilbert School’s annual Fall Sports Awards, which was held at the school’s auditorium on November 13. Athletes from fall sports teams were honored for their achievements during this fall’s sports season. Click here for the full story

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