- Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
- 2020-21 School Year
2020-21 School Start
- Confirmed COVID-19 Cases
- 2020-21 School Year
- Risk Level Information
- Return Planning Process
- Resources for Families
In-person Instruction
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On Monday, December 14 the Board of Education approved the return to in-person school for students whose families want that option. Beginning Tuesday, January 19 through Monday, February 1, schools will begin to phase in students who choose to return to in-person instruction. Elementary schools will open first, followed by middle schools, and then high schools.
With the return of in-person instruction for any student who wishes to attend, the in-person/remote learning option is now an in-person instruction option and a remote instruction option.
Phase In Schedule
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A return to optional in-person instruction, five days a week, will be phased in on the following timeline:
January 19: Elementary & K-8
January 25: Middle Schools
February 1: High Schools
In-Person Instruction
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- Students stay enrolled in their current school
- Elementary students learn in school 5 days each week, 5 hours per day.
- Secondary students learn in school, 5 days a week, 5.5 hours per day. Some flexibility for individual in-person/remote schedules.
- Students must wear a mask at all times, except when eating. Social distancing and increased safety procedures, including contact tracing, will be followed to the best of the schools' ability.
- Transportation provided and meals available at school.
- Students are required to stay home if they exhibit signs of illness associated with COVID-19.
- Students are required to quarantine if they are a close contact of someone who tested positive for COVID-19.
- Students stay enrolled in their current school
Remote Instruction
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- Students stay enrolled in their current school
- Elementary and Secondary students learn from home 5 days each week.
- Instruction is a blend of prepared packets, synchronous on-line lessons, and asynchronous pre-recorded lessons. Remote learning may look different from school-to-school and across grade levels. Please look for detailed information from your child’s school.
- Social distancing and safety procedures happen in the student's setting.
- Meals available for pick-up at designated locations.
- Students may continue with remote instruction or may return to in-person instruction at any time the family is comfortable.
- Students stay enrolled in their current school
Frequently Asked Questions
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Will there be school between January 6 and January 19?
Yes, students will continue to receive remote instruction until their school opens. Students who have been attending school in person for academic support during 2nd quarter will continue to have access to the schools during this time.
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How do I let my school know what option I want for my student(s)?
Your school will send a survey soon for you to indicate your choice for spring semester. You can also contact your school directly. We encourage families to let schools know their selections as soon as possible, so schools can plan accordingly.
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How will in-person instruction be phased in?
Schools will begin to open to in-person instruction over a two-week period for those who choose this option. Elementary schools will open Tuesday, January 19, followed by middle schools on Monday, January 25, and then high schools on Monday, February 1.
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Do I have to send my student back to in-person school?
No. Families should make an individual decision for each child. There are four options for spring semester:
- Students may choose to return to in-person school
- Students can stay in blended/remote and continue to learn from home until you feel comfortable for your child to return to in-person school
- Students can choose eLearning which will stay 100% remote
- Students can attend BEST Homeschool
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Will I have to sign a waiver for my student to attend in-person school?
No, families will not be required to sign a waiver for their student to return to in-person school.
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What safety measures will be followed?
Masks will be required of all staff, students and visitors. Frequent handwashing will be encouraged and facilitated. Social distancing will be implemented to the degree possible, depending upon the numbers of students who attend school in-person. Learning pods and cohorts will change significantly. Essentially, in-person students will be in classes with their primary teachers, and they will rotate to other locations in a more “normal” fashion.
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What does this mean for my student who attends a charter school?
As per state statute, charter schools have the flexibility to select their own schedules. Each charter school will contact families to advise them of their learning options. Schools of choice, such as Barnette Magnet School and Hutchison High School, will follow the district schedule.
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What does this mean for sports?
High school sports continue as scheduled. A limited number of spectators will be able to attend events, based on facility capacity. Masks and social distancing will be required.
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What does this mean for clubs and activities?
Schools will begin clubs and activities as they have the capacity to do so. Some districtwide events may remain virtual.
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Will in-person and remote instruction be five days a week?
In-person and remote instruction will follow a five day, Monday through Friday schedule beginning on January 19 for elementary, January 25 for middle, and February 1 for high schools.
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Will schools on the military installations look different than schools off-base or off-post?
No, at this time schools on the military installations will follow the same guidance as other schools in the district.
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What about graduations?
Graduation dates remain the same. Format and locations are still to be determined.
