Navajo Public Schools

October 28, 2020 Dear Navajo school family: We believe one of our greatest responsibilities is to communicate transparently and often with you, our school community. It is our hope that accurate and up-to-date correspondence will help you make well-informed decisions for your family. Nothing is more important to Navajo Public Schools than the safety and health of our students, our employees and their families. When we work together, we can provide the best care for all involved. Today, we learned that a school employee at Navajo School tested positive for COVID-19. In accordance with CDC guidelines, the employee will follow recommended guidelines. We are working closely with Jackson County Health Department officials and they have confirmed that no additional action needs to be taken by students, staff or the school at this time. Navajo Public Schools will continue to clean and disinfect surfaces inside all district buildings/buses. Additionally, we will continue to follow CDC guidelines as recommended, and we will continue to use our electrostatic machines to sanitize our classrooms and buildings. As more cases are being confirmed across the state, it is important to remain vigilant. Symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough and shortness of breath. If you or any member of your family exhibit these symptoms, you are encouraged to contact your medical provider for advice immediately. Symptoms usually appear 2-14 days after exposure. The CDC recommends the following best practices to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available. Avoid close contact with those who are sick. Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your sleeve. Disinfect frequently touched surfaces and objects. Practice social distancing, leaving at least six feet between you and other people. When you are unable to practice social distancing, wear a face covering. Our greatest priority is the safety of our students, staff and community members. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve you and your family. If you have any questions, please contact Navajo School at 580-482-7742. Thank you for your support of Navajo Public Schools. Sincerely, Vicki Nance Superintendent

Weather Related Information

In the event that we need to delay and/or close school for a weather event, administration will communicate the information through the school message system, the Navajo School webpage, KWHW 1450 AM Radio, and KSWO Channel 7 (TV).

Messages will be short and to the point in an effort to avoid confusion. Please be aware it is your responsibility to make sure that the school has your CURRENT contact information. For more information on the Navajo school messaging system, please contact the elementary or JH/HS school office at 580-482-7742.

Jackson County COVID numbers have increased slightly to 58.8 on the Oklahoma COVID ALERT MAP (ORANGE LEVEL), and 58.8 OSSBA MAP (RED LEVEL). After consultation with State Health Department officials and having only 1 current positive COVID-19 case Pre-K-12, Navajo Public Schools WILL CONTINUE TRADITIONAL SCHOOL next week, October 26-30 2020. We will continue taking safety precautions with the layered mitigation practices we have in place: wearing masks, social distancing as much as we can, cleaning/sanitizing buildings and high touch surfaces, washing hands/sanitizing hands, using personal water bottles and refilling at water bottle refill stations. We will continue to monitor the impact of COVID on our Navajo School family and make weekly updates. Thank you for encouraging your child(ren) to continue practicing safety protocols! We appreciate everyone for their efforts!

The Fall Carnival will be from 3:00-6:00 P.M. October 24th at the High School Baseball Field. Proceeds will benefit the Class of 2022. Red Ribbon Week will be October 26-30th, see the image below for information.

The Navajo Elementary Basketball Festival will take place this week. The ticket prices are $3 for students and $5 for adults. See the attached images below for the schedule.

COVID-19 related protocols for the Navajo Elementary Basketball Festival.

Notice Navajo Public Schools Possible COVID-19 Exposure October 19, 2020, Monday, October 19, 2020, the Navajo Public School District was notified that a junior high student at Navajo Public Schools tested positive for COVID-19. Navajo Public Schools is working closely with the Jackson County Health Department to follow Oklahoma State Department of Health Guidance. Contact tracing is being conducted, staff and parents of students who have been in close contact of 6 feet or less for more than fifteen minutes at a time are being notified that their student will need to quarantine for 14 days. However, it is important to remember that this is a public health investigation and as new information presents, additional people may be identified as a contact. We are notifying all parents and community members in order to be as transparent as possible. Due to privacy laws, we cannot share any information about students or staff. We appreciate the Jackson County Health Department for their partnership and guidance in protecting the health and safety of our Navajo students, faculty and staff. Navajo Public Schools will be in session Tuesday, October 20, 2020.

Jackson County COVID numbers have decreased slightly to 50.7 on the Oklahoma COVID ALERT MAP (ORANGE LEVEL), and 50.7 OSSBA MAP (RED LEVEL). After consultation with State Health Department officials and only 1 current positive COVID cases on campus, Navajo Public Schools WILL CONTINUE TRADITIONAL SCHOOL next week, October 20-23 2020. We will continue taking safety precautions with the layered mitigation practices we have in place: wearing masks, social distancing as much as we can, cleaning/sanitizing buildings and high touch surfaces, washing hands/sanitizing hands, using personal water bottles and refilling at water bottle refill stations. We will continue to monitor the impact of COVID on our Navajo School family and make weekly updates. Thank you for encouraging your child(ren) to continue practicing safety protocols! We appreciate everyone for their efforts!

1st Nine Week Report Cards will be going home with students tomorrow, October 14th.

October 13, 2020 - Notice of possible COVID-19 exposure

Notice of Possible COVID-19 Exposure

Jackson County COVID numbers have increased to 54.74 on the Oklahoma COVID ALERT MAP (ORANGE LEVEL), and 54.74 OSSBA MAP (RED LEVEL). After consultation with State Health Department officials and no current positive COVID cases on campus, Navajo Public Schools WILL CONTINUE TRADITIONAL SCHOOL next week, October 12-15, 2020. We will continue taking safety precautions with the layered mitigation practices we have in place: wearing masks, social distancing as much as we can, cleaning/sanitizing buildings and high touch surfaces, washing hands/sanitizing hands, using personal water bottles and refilling at water bottle refill stations. We will continue to monitor the impact of COVID on our Navajo School family and make weekly updates. Thank you for encouraging your child(ren) to continue practicing safety protocols! We appreciate everyone for their efforts! Just a reminder: FALL BREAK is Friday, October 16-Monday, October 19, 2020.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Adkg21icyUZTUSSP0GIF7TO_3hyt9RZAFuuq2Lsv-t4/edit?usp=sharing UPDATED 9-30-2020 Navajo School Return to Learn Plan Link

9-30-2020 UPDATED Safety Protocol Color Chart

Jackson County COVID numbers continue to have us at the ORANGE level on the OK COVID Alert Map. We will follow the safety protocols for ORANGE next week, October 5-9, 2020. We followed the Oklahoma State Department of Education and made some UPDATES to our School Safety Protocols on September 30, 2020. Please see the UPDATED color chart and the UPDATED Navajo School Return to Learn Plan on the school website for specific safety protocols for Navajo Public Schools.

Navajo High School Baseball will play in the Regional tournament today at 4:00 P.M. at Canute against the winner of Hydro-Eakly and Vici. The winner that game will advance to the state tournament. The bracket is posted on this link. Parents please call the school office at 580-482-7742 and let us know who your child is riding with and what time they are leaving. Come to Canute to support the Tribe!!!!

Jackson County Covid-19 cases went up a little from last week and we are still in the Orange level according to the covid alert map.
Here is a link to see our safety protocols at the orange level: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12TgSpSlr00iupfieu_X92Z7dCmFbYx-syjdgURd-eGE/edit?usp=sharing

Breakfast Menu Change September 28th Pancake on a Stick or UBR Bar October 1st Pancakes and Sausage or Pop Tart

Navajo High School Baseball will host the District Championship today September 25th at 4:00 P.M against Sentinel. Cost is $5 for students and adults. Navajo High School Softball will play at 2:00 at Arapaho for the District Championship as well. Come out to support the Tribe!!!!!

Breakfast Menu Change for September 24th & September 28th Thursday's Breakfast will be Yogurt and Muffin or Pop Tarts Monday will be Pancake on a Stick or UBR Bar Thank you!