Positive Case - LaFayette High School 11/20/2020:
November 20, 2020
Good Afternoon,
The district was notified earlier today that a staff member at LaFayette Jr/Sr High School tested positive for COVID-19. The staff member was home sick on Monday November 16th with mild symptoms, scheduled a COVID test and stayed home from school until the results were received today. The staff member was last in the building briefly on Thursday November 12th when the school was on remote instruction. The last time that the staff member had any extended contact with students or other staff members was on Tuesday November 10th.
The district has notified the Onondaga County Health Department. Based on the timing of when symptoms occurred and the date that the staff member was last in contact with ...
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NYSED Launches New Parent Portal for Transparency:
LaFayette parents,
The New York State Education Department recently launched a parent portal, designed to increase transparency and make information about school performance and other school-level data easier for parents and the public to access. The Parent Dashboard is part of New York’s Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) plan, which emphasizes equity in education for all students and expands measures of school accountability and student success.
This new dashboard will provide parents with information about their child’s school. The Parent Dashboard is now available in addition to the New York State School Report Card on NYSED’s public data site. The Parent Dashboard offers information on all public schools including charter ...
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Jr/Sr High and BP Resume In Person Learning 11/16:
November 15, 2020
Dear Families:
LaFayette Jr/Sr High School and LaFayette Big Picture School will resume in person instruction on Monday November 16, 2020.
Thank you to our students and staff members for making a smooth transition last week to remote instruction while the district worked with the county health department to complete contact tracing.
We look forward to seeing our in person learners back in school on Monday and our digital learners online.
I hope that everyone is having a safe, restful, and relaxing Sunday afternoon.
Sincerely,
Jeremy Belfield
Superintendent of Schools
LaFayette Central School District
315-529-9550 (cell)
jbelfield@lafayetteschools.org ...
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LaFayette HS and BP Remote 11/12 and 11/13:
November 11, 2020
Good Afternoon,
The district was notified late last night that a student who attends LaFayette Jr/Sr High School tested positive for COVID-19. The student tested positive after being in close contact with a positive case outside of school. This student was last in attendance on Monday November 9, 2020 and was transported to and from school by a family member.
The district has notified the Onondaga County Health Department and we are working with the county to complete the contact tracing protocol.
Out of an abundance of caution, the LaFayette Jr/Sr High School, LaFayette Big Picture School, and OCM BOCES LaFayette High School classes will switch to digital instruction for tomorrow, Thursday November ...
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Green Sheet:
The October/November Green Sheet is available. You can view the latest newsletter by clicking here .
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Onondaga Nation School - Remote Instruction through 1/29/2021:
October 16, 2020
Dear LaFayette Central School District Community:
Yesterday, district representatives met with the Onondaga Nation Council of Chiefs, Clanmothers, and Faithkeepers. The Council has decided that the Onondaga Nation School will remain closed for in person instruction through the second marking period (January 29, 2021). All students and staff at ONS will continue to participate in virtual instruction.
The Council is very concerned about the continued impact COVID-19 is having on surrounding communities. The LaFayette Central School District will respect the wishes of the governing body for the Onondaga Nation and the Onondaga Nation School will remain closed for in person instruction through the second marking period.
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2020 Capital Project Information:
The LaFayette Central School District is pleased to present its 2020 Capital Project plan to the community.
The projected cost for the project totals $8.6 million, but is expected to have no local tax impact. Keeping student/staff health and safety in mind, and with an eye toward innovation, the scope of the project has three primary goals:
Improving air quality to create healthier learning environments
Upgrade facility infrastructure to ensure safety, health and security
Educational program enhancements
Below, you can see the scope of what is planned for the respective schools:
Grimshaw Elementary School:
Repairing pavement to fields
Structural repairs to kitchen flooring ...
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COVID Guidance from NYS Department of Health:
The New York State Department of Health has released guidance for parents, students, and staff for schools hosting students in grades K-12.
The guide offers a comprehensive decision-making flowcharts with:
Screening guidance for school-aged children (page 2)
Screening guidance for parents of children who are demonstrating COVID-like symptoms (page 3)
Screening guidance for school staff members and employees (page 4)
Screening guidance for school staff members who are demonstrating COVID-like symptoms (page 5)
Information about contact tracing coordination (page 9)
To view the full PDF, please click here , or on the image below.
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Update on Athletics:
September 21, 2020
Update on Athletics
Dear Students in Grades 7-12 and Families:
Mr. Kelly and I put together a video update for our student athletes and parents (approx 10 minutes):
Here is a link to the video - click here
Here is a link to the slides - click here
Here is a link to the safety precaution sign off form - click here
Mr. Kelly will meet with the coaches tomorrow and practices will start on Wednesday.
We are excited to offer a safe return to student athletics. Please be sure to watch the video and review the safety precaution sign off form. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to Mr. Kelly at 315-677-3131 or jkelly@lafayetteschools.org ...
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All Things Google:
All Things Google!
Greetings LaFayette Families from the Office of Instruction and Pupil Services!
Jason Clark, NYS Model Schools Coordinator, and his team from the Central New York Regional Information Center created a Google Site that hosts a series of short videos that walk users through how to use tools within the Google environment. You can access the generic version of the site branded with the CNYRIC e-learning logo by clicking here .
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COVID 19 Testing Available for Students and Staff:
September 18, 2020
Dear LaFayette School Community:
Yesterday Onondaga County announced that COVID 19 testing will be available for students and staff members who are experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID 19 starting on Monday September 21, 2020.
Testing will be available Monday through Friday at NBT Bank Stadium starting September 21, 2020 from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM. The hours for testing may be expanded by the county at a later date based on the needs of the community.
Testing will be conducted via a saliva sample from symptomatic students and staff members with results typically available within 24-36 hours. Results will be shared with testing participants via a secure online portal. Information on how to obtain ...
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Welcome to the 2020-2021 School Year:
September 7, 2020
Dear Students and Families:
Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year! We are pleased to welcome our students and their families back to school.
Our staff members have worked hard to prepare our school buildings, school grounds, classrooms, cafeterias, and electronic devices for the start of a new school year. Please be sure to thank our instructional staff members, counselors, school psychologists, therapists, school principals/administrators, clerical staff, bus drivers, mechanics, cleaning staff, maintenance workers, food service staff and other school staff members for all of their hard work and preparation.
On Tuesday September 8th, we will welcome the following grade levels back for in person instruction ...
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Immunization Reminder:
Dear Families:
All students entering or attending school in NYS, including distance learning, must be immunized.
Please share the following documents ( click here ) with your child’s health care provider (MD, NP, PA) so they can provide the immunizations your child needs. The age at which vaccines (shots) are given must match the NYSDOH Immunization Requirements for School Entrance/Attendance Chart .
Tdap requirements in the 2020-2021 school year are:
Students entering 6th grade will need a Tdap no earlier than 10 years of age and no later than 11 years of age.
Students in grades 7- 12 doses will need a Tdap no earlier than 7 years of age.
Meningococcal requirements in the 2020-2021 ...
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Update on Onondaga Nation School August 28, 2020:
August 28, 2020
Dear LaFayette Central School District Community:
Yesterday, district representatives met with the Onondaga Nation Council of Chiefs, Clanmothers, and Faithkeepers. The Council has decided that the Onondaga Nation School will remain closed for the first ten weeks of school and that all students and staff will participate in virtual instruction.
The Council is very concerned about the impact COVID-19 could have on the Onondaga Nation community. The LaFayette Central School District will respect the wishes of the governing body for the Onondaga Nation and the Onondaga Nation School will remain closed for in person instruction for the first ten weeks of school.
Staff members at ONS will be allowed to work ...
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Update on School Reopening August 14 2020:
Update on LaFayette CSD Reopening Plans- Thursday August 14, 2020
Dear LaFayette CSD Families:
On Friday August 7, 2020, Governor Cuomo announced that schools in New York State can return to in-person instruction starting in September. LaFayette Central School District is pleased to be able to offer the following options for families to consider:
A return to in person learning, five days a week, for all students in grades pre kindergarten through twelfth grade with safety precautions (symptom screening, mask wearing, social distancing) .
Digital learning for students who are not able to return to school.
We appreciate the 600 responses that we have received so far, designating the learning option (in person or digital learning) ...
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Class of 2020 Donates Senior Trip Funds to Worthy Cause:
Like so many other things affected by COVID-19, the LaFayette Central School District’s Class of 2020 saw its senior trip go up in smoke, as the pandemic forced society’s hand and greatly limited travel and large gatherings in order to maintain safety.
Instead of moping about their misfortune, the Class of 2020 saw an opportunity to produce some good out of its situation. Sitting on a tidy sum of money that had been earmarked for the senior trip, the graduating class (led by its class officers, pictured here) put their heads together and tried to come up with some institutions who might be able to use that money to great effect.
They settled on one of the best, making a $1,300 donation to the Upstate Golisano Children’s ...
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Budget and Board of Education Election Results:
June 16, 2020 - For Immediate Release
LaFayette voters approve $20.3 million budget, elect board members
On June 16th, LaFayette Central School District voters approved the district’s $20.3 million 2020-2021 budget proposal, elected three board of education members and approved purchasing new vehicles. Voters approved:
An $20,324,251 budget for the 2020-2021 school year that increases spending 3.87 percent and carries a 2.96 percent tax levy increase: 454 yes, 125 no;
Purchasing new student transportation vehicles, one maintenance vehicle and one mail/food service delivery vehicles at a total cost not to exceed $458,495: 418 yes, 162 no;
Establish a new ten-year capital reserve ...
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Live Stream of Ballot Count:
Dear Community Members:
Our budget vote and election team will begin counting ballots for the budget vote and board election after 5:00 PM.
Members of the public are welcome to watch a live stream of the ballot count by clicking here: https://meet.google.com/dug-fqtd-euv
Thank you to all of our voters who took the time to return ballots to the district. The results will also be shared via a press release after ratification by the board of education.
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LaFayette Scholar Athletes Recognized:
Congratulations go out to LaFayette's NYSPHSAA Section III Scholar Athletes, Jack Caughey and Marissa Evans!
Jack and Marissa earned this distinction by being ranked in top 10 academically in their class, while participating in multiple sports throughout the year. Jack was a member of the cross country, basketball and track teams, while Marissa was a member of the cross country, basketball and lacrosse teams.
Amazing job by you both!
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Nicole Petranchuk
