COVID19

"Ready, Set, Learn!" Updates

Updated January 7, 2021

What to Do If You Have COVID-19 Symptoms Before Returning to School

Stay home and continue virtual learning until after all 3 criteria have been met:

At least 24 hours have passed since resolution of 100 fever without the use of fever-reducing medications
The individual has improvement in symptoms; and
At least 10 days have passed since symptoms first appeared.

If a student/staff member tested positive for COVID-19 but did not exhibit any symptoms, they may return 10 days from the date they were tested

Quick Reference COVID Symptom and Exposure Chart

Ready, Set, Learn Plan

Learning Options during the 2020-21 School Year

Following the district's draft Return-to-School plan, the Jarrell ISD families will have the opportunity to change their student's learning option for the upcoming 9 week grading period.

Families that choose virtual learning for their child will be required to provide their own internet connection.

Free Breakfast and Lunch for In-Person Learners

All Jarrell ISD students who attend school in person are able to receive free breakfast and lunch through December. This is made possible by the Texas Department of Agriculture.

Expectations for Learning at Home

Families are expected to support their students by ensuring that they:

Have access to a device, a place to work and are engaged in virtual learning activities. The student's workspace and background should be free of distractions
Attend daily synchronous lessons using Google Meets.
Have supplies to complete off-line assignments
Complete assignments with integrity and academic honesty.
Complete the daily learning measure to comply with attendance requirements
Submit assignments on time.
Attend live instruction appropriately dressed in accordance to JISD dress code.
Communicate with the school when assistance is needed.

Transportation Information

On September 4, Jarrell ISD published bus routes for the 2020-21 school year.

Health Information Form

For students who will be receiving in-person learning, parents/guardians will need to complete a health information form for their child as soon as possible. Read more. Families can also enroll in CareDox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Jarrell ISD: Frequently Asked Questions (PDF) | Frequently Asked Questions in Spanish (PDF).

Questions?
Email Jarrell ISD; Jarrell High School; Jarrell Middle School; Jarrell Elementary School or Igo Elementary School.

Student Chromebooks

Jarrell ISD is providing devices for all secondary students and gathering information from elementary students who do not have access to technology at home. Read more about this process. All staff will report to assigned campuses during the three week transition period. On-campus instruction will begin on Wednesday, September 9. Parents will have the choice of either on-campus instruction or remote learning for their child. Parents will make their choice the week of August 3-7. More information about the selection process will be coming soon.

School Supplies

While the first three weeks of instruction will be on-line, students will still need school supplies. The lists are available here.

Jarrell ISD & the COVID-19 Pandemic

Updated July 23, 2020 - Jarrell ISD’s top priority is protecting the health and safety of our students and staff.

District administrators have been working all summer, staying up-to-date with guidance from TEA, to develop a back-to-school plan for the 2020-21 school year. This plan will ensure all students get an excellent education and addresses important safety measures to help reduce the spread of COVID-19.

To develop this plan, district leaders have been meeting with a Back-to-School Taskforce to gather feedback from stakeholders.

The Taskforce met on July 15 from 9-11:30 a.m. to review the current guidance from TEA. Administration developed a plan framework and met with the Taskforce again on July 22 from 9-11:30 a.m. to gather feedback.

Back-to-School Taskforce Presentation

The Back-to-School plan was presented to the Board of Trustees on Wednesday, July 22:

Given the evolving nature of the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Return-to-School plan is subject to change.

If you have symptoms of respiratory illness including cough, fever and shortness of breath, please contact your healthcare provider.

It is important to call ahead before arriving at a clinic, urgent care or emergency department to avoid potential spread. For more information, visit the Williamson County Cities and Health District website.

Personal Prevention Measures

Based on the current information, health officials are recommending local communities and schools should take the same steps to protect against coronavirus as we take to prevent the spread of everyday illnesses like the common cold or
the flu:

Practice "social distancing," by avoiding large crowds and maintaining a space of at least six feet from other individuals.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not
available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick. If your child is sick, keep them home until they are fever-free, without taking fever-reducing medication, for 24 hours.
Stay home when you are sick.
Cover your mouth and nose with the inside of your elbow when you cough or sneeze.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces. Please wash your child's jacket, backpack and water bottles regularly.

Contact

Nora DeKreek, District COVID-19 Coordinator

Audrey Zuniga, JES Nurse
Brandi O'Donnell, District and Igo Nurse
Julie Faulkner, JMS Nurse
Charli Gick, JHS Nurse