Novel Coronavirus COVID-19

FAQ for Schools

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Parent and Community

How long will schools in be closed?
At this point in time, we know we will be closed from March 16th through at least April 7th. The Santa Clara
County Office of Education and the Santa Clara County Public Health Department have been in regular
communication with all the school districts in county. OGSD will be following all orders of local and state health
authorities.

Is there a possibility that schools would remain closed longer than April 7th?
Yes. We will follow the orders of the Santa Clara County Public Health Department in conjunction with the Santa
Clara County Office of Education. All school districts in Santa Clara County have pledged to work together on
school closures and the reopening of schools.

How will the closures impact the school year? Will we have to make up lost days?
The Governor’s Executive Order N-26-20 allows school districts to continue to receive uninterrupted funding from
the state and the closures will not impact the 175-day requirement of the instructional calendar if the District’s
Superintendent certifies that the closure occurred to address COVID-19. Our school year is currently scheduled to
end on June 12, 2020.

How do we continue to provide access to learning for all students?
Currently, optional instructional resources have been posted at OGSD.org. We will continue to update them as more
become available. We recommend you visit the website regularly. We recognize there are many questions about
the future and we appreciate your patience as our staff work through a long-term plan to support students in the
event of a lengthier closure. 

Are resources available and accessible for all students, including with disabilities?
Yes. We have posted optional student resources that are available for all students on the website.
Students with mild to moderate disabilities will be able to access these. We have also posted separate instructional
resources for students with moderate to severe disabilities.

What about IEP meetings and assessments for special education services?
We are still clarifying expectations with the CDE and Federal Department of Education.

What can I do if I do not have access to a computing device at home?
Please complete the survey sent on 3/24/20 via ParentSquare to let us know that you need to check-out a device.

What can I do if I do not have internet access at home?
Families without internet at home have several options available to them, please indicate on your survey that you need access.  In addition, both Comcast and AT&T offer low cost/no cost internet services. 

My student can’t access Clever. How can they access their school accounts?
The link will take your to the resources page which provide instructions on how students can access Clever.  

 

I am not receiving text, emails or alerts. What do I do?
We encourage you to review and update your contact information in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. And log on to ParentSquare to activate your account and to select your preferences. Also, follow us on Facebook and Twitter @Oakgrovesd.

Is the district providing a meal program for students during this time?
Yes. Anyone, regardless of age 0 -18, may pick up free bagged breakfasts and lunches for the duration of our school
closure. Food is available at the following 6 sites from 10:30am - 11:30am, Monday through Friday.
Anderson, Christopher, Davis, Edenvale, Hayes and Stipe