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Ms. Martin from the MJHS 7th Grade has a few wonderful opportunities for virtual parents and students with Google tips and tricks . See the attached document for details.

9/11/20 Marion School District received notification of 3 positive cases of COVID-19 this afternoon. One of the cases is a virtual only student and has had no campus contact. The positive cases have been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health. In addition, all identified close contacts to the positive cases have been notified and are following the quarantine orders set forth by the ADH. For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly. Weekly COVID-19 Update: Staff reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 1 Staff quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 1 Students reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 3 Students quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 62 (51 from school exposure/11 from home exposures) Total staff positive for COVID-19 since 7/24/20: 13 Total staff quarantined due to exposure since 7/24/20: 17 Total students positive for COVID-19 since 7/15/20: 15 Total students quarantined due to exposure since 7/15/20: 81 We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

There are a limited number of tickets availble for tonight's game at Joe T. Robinson. You may purchase tickets at the central office from 2:00pm to 2:45pm. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:00pm at Charlie George Stadium, Little Rock, AR.

9/10/20 Marion School District received notification of a positive case of COVID-19, involving one of our school buses, this afternoon. The positive case has been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health. In addition, all identified close contacts to the positive case have been notified and are following the quarantine orders set forth by the ADH. For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly. We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

Class of 2020 Graduates: Please see the following statement from LifeTouch regarding the pictures taken at the graduation ceremony on July 18th.

Just a reminder of upcoming flu shots next month! 10/12/2020: MST 10/13/2020: Central Office, MHS, and ALE 9-12 10/23/2020: VPA, MJHS (8-9th grade) 10/26/2020: HCGC, MJHS 7th grade, K-8 ALE -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

In an effort to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus within our staff and student body, we are asking all parents/guardians, and all employees to notify our designated Point of Contact immediately when the following occurs: Student, staff member, or someone in the household tests positive for COVID-19. Student/staff member identified as a "Close Contact" to a positive case of COVID-19 requiring quarantine, and/or recommended to be tested for COVID-19. Student/staff member being tested for COVID-19. Student/staff should remain in quarantine pending results of their COVID-19 test. Please call Kelly Fogleman at 901-401-0265 or email information to msd.covid19@gmail.com Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Together, we can help keep our Marion School District family safe, healthy, and ready to learn during this unique time. -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

Hello Patriots! To clarify any potential misunderstandings regarding MSD device distributions, devices were given to MSD students whose original survey data indicated the need for a school-issued device to support virtual learning. Unfortunately, with our last round of distribution we have exhausted our supply of devices available for student use. Marion School District, like thousands of school districts across the country, are awaiting the arrival of more than $600,000 worth of new devices. Upon arrival of the additional devices, parents of students who remain on the waiting list will be notified for pick-up. Please note that in the interim a cell phone can be used to access both Seesaw and Google Classroom learning platforms. If you have not yet registered and would like to be added to the device waiting list- please click here --> https://forms.gle/j9tgFcb8VDFDELfh7 Thank you for your continued support. GO PATRIOTS!

Hello Patriots! To clarify any potential misunderstandings regarding MSD device distributions, devices were given to MSD students whose original survey data indicated the need for a school-issued device to support virtual learning. Unfortunately, with our last round of distribution we have exhausted our supply of devices available for student use. Marion School District, like thousands of school districts across the country, are awaiting the arrival of more than $600,000 worth of new devices. Upon arrival of the additional devices, parents of students who remain on the waiting list will be notified for pick-up. Please note that in the interim a cell phone can be used to access both Seesaw and Google Classroom learning platforms. If you have not yet registered and would like to be added to the device waiting list- please click here --> https://forms.gle/j9tgFcb8VDFDELfh7 Thank you for your continued support. GO PATRIOTS!

9-4-20: Weekly COVID-19 Update Staff reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 0 Staff quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 1 Students reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 5 Students quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 4 Total staff positive for COVID-19 since 7/24/20: 12 Total staff quarantined due to exposure since 7/24/20: 16 Total students positive for COVID-19 since 7/15/20: 12 Total students quarantined due to exposure since 7/15/20: 19 For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly. We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

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The MSD nursing staff would like to thank Mrs. Edna Parker, mother of 9th grade student, Brianna Parker, for making homemade masks for the nurses. Thank you, Mrs. Parker, for this act of kindness for the school nurses!

Happy Thursday Patriots! Senior night festivities for football and cheer will be held this Friday, Sept. 4 at 6:30 pm. It is not opened to the public due to COVID-19 restrictions. Only those with tickets and Patriot Passes may attend. Seating is limited to the event maximun capacity dictated by the AHD and the AAA. If you are unable to attend, you can catch the festivities live at MarionPatriots.com or Marion Patriot Mascot Media.

There are still Pre-K slots left. See the flyer below.

Hello Patriots! COVID 19 has brought many changes to this school year. One such change is the way we host athletic events. The district must follow all guidelines and mandates set by the Arkansas Department of Health and the Arkansas Activities Association. Following these guidelines limits the total number of spectators allowed in each venue. The district has set the following standards for Home High School Varsity football games. Each student athlete, band member, and cheerleader will be allowed to purchase two tickets. All Tickets will be sold prior to the event. AAA passes will be allowed until event maximum capacity is reached. Patriot Passes will be allowed for admittance until event maximum capacity is reached. No school ID passes will be allowed for admittance. Seating is clearly marked by family groups, maintaining six feet of social distance. Volleyball / Junior High Football Game events Tickets will be sold at Patriot Arena / Patriot Stadium until the COVID 19 capacity is reached. The district may choose to pre-sell tickets for some game nights. AAA passes will be allowed until event maximum capacity is reached. School ID passes will be allowed for admittance until event capacity is reached. Patriot Passes will be allowed for admittance until event capacity is reached. Seating is clearly marked by family groups, maintaining six feet of social distance. Derek Harrell Athletic Director Marion School District Office 870-739-5100 Fax 870-739-5156 dharrell@msd3.org

9/1/20 Today, Marion School District received notification that 5 students have been confirmed as positive for COVID-19. None of the five have been on any MSD campus during their infectious period. As a result, no staff or students have been exposed or identified as a close contact. The campuses affected are VPA, HCGC, and MJHS, however, three of the five cases are virtual learners and the remaining two cases have not been on our campus since we began school on 8/24/20. For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly. All of the cases have been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health. We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

Congratulations to Mrs. Laughter, principal at VPA, for winning our Who Wore It Best mask contest with 617 likes! As promised, the students at her school, Visual and Performing Arts Magnet, were treated to popsicles to celebrate her victory.

8-28-20: Weekly COVID-19 Update Staff reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 0 Staff quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 1 Students reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 0 Students quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 5 Total staff positive for COVID-19 since 7/24/20: 12 Total staff quarantined due to exposure since 7/24/20: 15 Total students positive for COVID-19 since 7/15/20: 7 Total students quarantined due to exposure since 7/15/20: 15 For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly. We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. -- kelly msd mask.png Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

I just wanted to pass on this guidance from Dr. Dillaha from the Arkansas Department of Health: Arkansas Department of Health State (ADH) Epidemiologist Dr. Jennifer Dillaha recommended that Arkansans wear face masks that fit pretty closely to the face and consist of a minimum of two layers of material in order to reduce the puffs of air that can go through or around the mask. Dr. Dillaha said masks with valves are not effective because the valve focuses a stream of air and does not prevent respiratory droplets from making it outside the mask. If individuals choose to wear neck gaiters or bandannas, they should double-them up because the second layer of material will offer added protection. MSD will not police types of masks worn by faculty/students, as long as the mouth and nose are covered, per MSD policy. However, please consider using a mask with at least two layers of material and with no expiration valve to best protect others! Lastly, remember masks should be treated like underwear... KEEP THEM CLEAN AND CHANGE THEM DAILY!! Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN Coordinated School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 kfogleman@msd3.org

If you have not filled out the free/reduce lunch application for the 2020-21 school year, please do so now. It's now available at https://bit.ly/38joQnt Everyone should apply today. Even if you have chosen the MSD online learning option, your child is still a district student and your eligibility counts. If you've already applied for the 2020-21 school year you do not have to reapply. Thank you for your support of the MSD Child Nutrition Department.