Update Center

As was done during the 2020-2021 school year, Spectrum is providing the attached updated numbers of students and staff who have tested positive for COVID 19 since August 2021 (based on self reporting). These numbers will be updated at least monthly. This is for informational purposes only.

Please see the attached communication regarding Covid-19 and dress code updates for Monday, August 30. 

Spectrum Community,

As you may know from watching the news, the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) has begun providing guidance to schools regarding implementation of COVID protocols for fall semester. Based on that guidance, there are two requirements that will remain in place - (1) masks must be worn on public transportation (such as school buses) and (2) COVID cases must be handled, tracked, and reported in a similar manner to last year, including quarantining.

MDE is recommending that schools align with the Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations for teachers, staff, students, and visitors to wear masks regardless of their vaccination status. While the school will continue to follow other CDC recommended safety protocols,  masks will continue to be optional in the buildings at this time.

We are hopeful that this information, along with a more clearly defined distance learning program that will be going out late next week, will be helpful to families when making final choices about whether their student(s) will remain on campus for the 2021-2022 school year.

Thank you for your ongoing patience and understanding as we continue to navigate our course and do our best to meet the needs of our community.

Sincerely,

Dan DeBruyn

Executive Director

Please see the attached communication for an update (from MDE/MDH) on available COVID-19 tests and vaccines for students and families.

Please see the attached communication for important updates on the following:

• The latest COVID-19 Information and its Impact at School;

• The Strategic Planning Process and Feedback Needed;

• A (Board-approved) Change in Calendar for the Last Week of School; and

• An Update on Graduation Planning.

Spectrum Parents/Guardians,

Please see the attached communication containing information (from MDE) on free COVID-19 testing for students and families.

Attached here is information provided by the State of Minnesota regarding the new Vaccination Connector system.

Spectrum is excited to welcome back 70% of our students in person 2nd semester. In preparation, we are providing reminders about and updates to the Ready for School and face covering requirements. Please review the attached communication before students return to school in person next week.

Spectrum Parents/Guardians,

Please see the attached information on the learning model decision for 2nd semester, starting January 20.

Spectrum Community,

As you know, Spectrum's Leadership Team has been gathering data in order to make an informed decision regarding the learning model for 2nd semester. The last piece of the process is to work with our Regional Support Team (comprised of representatives from the Minnesota Department of Health and the Minnesota Department of Education) to review the data and formalize the plan. Unfortunately, that was not possible this week, but we are hopeful to meet with them early next week. We apologize for the delay. Once the decision is made, we will communicate with you as soon as possible.

Thank you for your understanding.

Dan DeBruyn

Executive Director

Spectrum Middle School and Spectrum High School