We know that in-person instruction is not an option for some of our students with elevated health risks, or who have family members with elevated health risks. Any of our families who do not feel comfortable having their children attend school in person are not required to do so. The district is preparing to offer a full-time remote learning option, also known as virtual learning.

• Virtual learning is available for any CSD student with health and safety concerns, elevated health risks or a family member with elevated health risks.
• For students in grades K-8, virtual learning will be facilitated by a small team of CSD teachers. Based on how many families elect to receive virtual learning, classes may be grouped across grade levels.
• For students in grades 9-12, classes and curriculum will be facilitated by Vermont Virtual Learning Collaborative (VTVLC). All courses are taught by Vermont licensed educators who are currently employed with a Vermont school but students will most likely not have a Colchester teacher. https://www.vtvlc.org/
• Participating in virtual schooling will require significant parent or caregiver oversight, especially for students in younger grades.
• Students enrolled in virtual learning will continue to receive special education services online through the district.
• Attendance, grading, and workload requirements will be consistent with in-person classes.
• Students may transition in or out of virtual learning at a predetermined time around the trimester mark for grades K-5, quarter mark for grades 6-8, and semester mark for grades 9-12.
• Dates will be set for supply pickup so that students can receive any technology, textbooks or other supplies necessary to engage in virtual learning.
• School meals will be available for pick up at the school with the possibility of some delivery service. More information on meals will be available soon.