COVID-19 Communications

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Dear Council Rock South Community,

We have experienced a server failure that has affected Canvas login.

Central office IT is aware and working to fix the issue. 

Please note, you may not be able to access Canvas and complete assignments this evening.

Teachers and staff have been made aware, as well. 

Dear Council Rock South Families - 

As a reminder, Council Rock parents may change their child’s current learning option for the second marking period.  Specifically, the window to communicate a change runs from Monday, October 26th through the end of the school day on Wednesday, October 28th.  

During this time, you may formally change your child’s learning status from hybrid to 100% virtual or from 100% virtual to hybrid.  The change will go into effect on November 12^th, the first hybrid day of the second marking period. 

To change your child’s learning option for the second marking period, please contact me directly at afunk@crsd.org.  Upon receipt of your email, your child’s transportation and cohort grouping status will be modified. 

Thank You - 

Al Funk 

Principal

Also,  below is a message from our Director of Technology, Mr. Frederickson, which should bolster technology support:

At the current moment, the only mechanism for parents/students in a virtual/hybrid environment to get help is via the email address chromesupport@crsd.org

Effective Monday morning, October 26th, we would like them to start using our help desk system.  The link is this one:

https://crsdstudent.sherpadesk.com

The system will allow students/parents (student ID is required to submit a ticket) to submit a ticket for help.  It will also allow them to see the status of existing tickets.

The first time they use the system, they will need to setup their account.  This will require a unique email address, the location where the student attends school (this is a required field), their first and last name, a phone number where they can be reached (if additional/different contact information/preferences are desired, they can be included in the body of the request), the type of issue (called class on the form - this is also required), the student ID (this is required), a subject or brief description of the issue, and then the details about the issue.

To see the status of a ticket that was submitted, they can click on that option, login with their email address and password (set during account creation).

We will continue to monitor the chromesupport email address but will refer parents/students to the ticketing system if they have an issue or problem that needs to be resolved.

The two biggest advantages to this system are that the ticket will go directly to a technician, and the parent/student will be able to see the status of the tickets they have entered.

Albert R. Funk

Principal

Council Rock High School South

Just a friendly reminder that "PLC Late Arrival Days" have been put on hold indefinitely. 

Monday, October 19th is a regular school day with our typical bell schedule.

Thank you and have a great weekend!

Class of 2021

Please see attached document and video for updated information regarding the Disney trip. The first payment is due on Friday, October 23, along with parent permission form, emergency form, and room list. Please contact me with any questions.

Mr. Radick

https://share.vidyard.com/watch/xGr45ck5KRmXcuE8KKaMow?

Attachments:
Disney_Trip_FAQ_10-12-21.pdf

Just a friendly reminder regarding student drop-off and student pick-up (if you are not utilizing bus transportation). 

• The drop-off area for those arriving by car is clearly marked by signs on Rock Way.  Drop off areas are the MUSIC CIRCLE (upper driveway) and the LOWER FRONT PARKING LOT (main entrance).  Even with reduced student capacity, we have noticed quite a number of car drop-offs.  As such, we would encourage you to access campus well before our 7:33 AM start time. 

• Students are permitted to access school using three entrances:  the main entrance, the front auditorium link, or the front gym entrance.  Students will wait in socially distanced spaces prior to 7:20 AM, at which time they will have access to their 1^st period classes. 

• Student pick-up at dismissal – please know that the main entrance driveway will be “blocked off” from all car traffic beginning at 2:05 PM.  This is for safety reasons.  We cannot have cars in the bus areas where students are being dismissed.  This driveway will “re-open” at approximately 2:25 PM after the busses have left campus. 

• The afternoon student pick-up area is the MUSIC CIRCLE (upper driveway).

Thank you and have a nice day.

Albert R. Funk

Council Rock High School South

2002 Rock Way

Holland, PA  18966

215-944-1115

Fax: 215-944-1140

Hello Council Rock South Class of 2024, 

This is Mr. Layer, principal of the Freshman class and the athletic director at Council Rock High School South. I will serve as your grade level principal for the next four years.  I hope you and your families are healthy and I look forward to meeting you next week.

As you are aware, we begin our in-person instruction on Tuesday, September 29^th for Cohort A and Thursday, October 1^st for Cohort B.  This message is to inform all freshman students participating in the Hybrid model that a building tour will be taking place during your 1^st period classes.  We have arranged for one of our Council Rock South’s Peer Mentors to meet you at your classroom on those mornings, and take you on a walk throughout our building at your scheduled time. Obviously, important areas will be designated to see such as the Main Office, Student Cafeteria, Gymnasium, Guidance Office, Library, Nurse’s Office, Auditorium, and Grade Level Offices. You can certainly ask your guide any questions, in fact we encourage that, and I know that they will provide you with accurate and useful information.  Remember, they have been a part of our building and community for three years!

Lastly, upon your arrival on either September 29^th or October 1^st, please enter the building, with your mask on, through the main entrance doors where the flagpole stands.  Once you are inside, there will be many staff members and peer mentors present to assist you in finding your 1^st period classroom and answer any questions or concerns you may have. The peer mentors will be wearing light green t-shirts with a large M (Mentor) on the front.

I have also attached a copy of the building map and a South “Fact Sheet.”  You may want to “map out” and highlight your classes.  Finally, here is a link to the 9^th grade orientation that took place over the summer.  https://share.vidyard.com/watch/ks3NB9ScuANjLyzE1REomC?

We are very excited to meet all of you and I am confident that your experience at Council Rock High School South will be memorable and rewarding.  See you next week!

Scott Layer

Assistant Principal Class of 2024

Athletic Director

jlayer@crsd.org

Attachments:
 Map_-_2016.pdf (186.7 KB)

As we approach Hybrid learning on Tuesday, please click on the link below…it’s a twenty-minute video in which Mr. Funk provides important information…thank you.

https://share.vidyard.com/watch/1vmCSCK2iySTSkf2TXiXCB?

Class of 2021...below is the active link for trip insurance:

https://www.travelinsured.com/group.signup?group=126892&guid=a337a126e14f4e3a9ac6920714c03fc7

Thank you!

Mr. Radick

Greetings Parents/Guardians of the Class of 2021,

The Senior Class Trip is scheduled for April 13-17, 2021…please click on the link below for a short video regarding the trip…also, please see attached file for important trip information…please contact me with any questions.

John

John Radick

Principal, Class of 2023

Director, Budget & Student Activities

jradick@crsd.org

https://share.vidyard.com/watch/DwNZezB9XWjDWgNhn6PyZE?

Attachments:
 Senior_Trip_Announcement_Class_of_2021.pdf (456.3 KB)

Just a  friendly reminder/invitation for you to join us at our annual Back To School Night (virtually) tomorrow evening from 7:00 – 8:30 PM.

Attached are the following documents:

• Mr. Radick’s Back To School Night Memo with instructions on logging into class
• Instructions to access your Canvas account
• 2020/2021 Quick Reference Guide

Additionally, please see Mr. Funk’s short welcome message.

https://share.vidyard.com/watch/8dv7npAinvoyN6FUqmXvJo

Attachments:
 2020_BTSN_Parent_Memo.pdf (118.5 KB)
 Accessing_your_Canvas_account.docx (12.4 KB)
 Quick_Reference_Guide_2020-21.pdf (109.9 KB)

September, 2020

Dear Parents:

On behalf of the entire high school staff, it is a pleasure to extend to you an invitation to our annual “Back-to-School-Night (BTSN).” This informative evening will be held on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.  This year’s BTSN will take on a completely new and virtual format.

The staff at Council Rock High School South is proud of our school and the educational program provided for your children. This evening is an opportunity for you to follow your child’s schedule, meet teachers, and receive an overview of the program of studies.

Teachers have been asked to cover the following areas in each class:

1. Course objectives
2. Special activities planned for the year
3. Homework expectations
4. Classroom management (make-up work, return of assessments, grading policies, etc.)

Below please find two hyperlinks which provide directions for parents to access and update their CANVAS accounts.  If you have not already done so, utilizing CANVAS, our learning management system, will allow you to monitor your student’s progress as “observer” and receive pertinent updates.

DIRECTIONS FOR PARENTS TO ACCESS CANVAS LOGIN INFORMATION

DIRECTIONS FOR PARENTS TO UPDATE CANVAS NOTIFICATIONS

On Monday, September 21^st you will be receiving more explicit directions for participating in the BTSN event.

We will make every effort to ensure that the evening will be informative and meaningful for you. I hope you are able to join us.

Sincerely,

Albert R. Funk

Principal

DEAR CR SOUTH SCHOOL COMMUNITY,

Just wanted to take a moment as we conclude our first week of virtual instruction to thank you for your cooperation, understanding, and patience.  Despite some minor glitches, It appears as though we are off to an excellent start this 2020-2021 academic year!

• If you are still in need of a textbook for a particular course, please notify the teacher who, in turn, will let us know in-building, and we will arrange for pick-up.
• If you are experiencing any difficulties with a district-issued Chromebook, please contact chromesupport@crsd.org .
• Please be on the lookout for “Back to School Night” information which will be shared early next week. For your planning purposes, please reserve Tuesday evening, September 22.
• Updated Parking Permit information will also be distributed to the Class of 2021 and 2022 next week. 

Have a great weekend,

Albert R. Funk

Council Rock High School South

2002 Rock Way

Holland, PA  18966

215-944-1115

Fax: 215-944-1140

This is a building level follow up to the email that Dr. Elliott sent out earlier in the week.

Message to Secondary Parents to Reset Password

Dear Parents/Guardians of Students in Grades 7-12:

Tuesday, September 8, 2020, is the first day of school for students. Due to our 100% virtual start for the school year, there are a few steps students must follow in order to join their classmates and teachers in Canvas for each of their classes on the first day.

Please share the following steps with your children in grades 7-12. 

Prior to September 8th

STEP 1: (FOR STUDENTS USING A PERSONAL DEVICE ONLY) Create a Google Chrome Profile using the student’s existing CRSD account (eSchoolID@student.crsd.org).

STEP 2: Reset Your CRSD Password

On the First Day of School – September 8^th

STEP 3: Login to the Council Rock Canvas Site. Students must use this site to access their classes. (https://councilrock.instructure.com/login/canvas)

Chrome is the preferred browser to access Canvas. Do not use Internet Explorer.

Bookmark this link as a favorite for future reference.

Use the Student ID as the username and newly reset password from STEP 2 to login to Canvas.

STEP 4: Once in Canvas, students will see a personal dashboard showing classes.

STEP 5: Accept the course invitations. Be sure to accept the invitations for all of the courses. 

STEP 6: Students should select their first-period class as listed on the schedule in the Home Access Center. The teacher will post instructions on the “Home” screen with a link to join the live class session.

We thank you in advance for helping students prepare for the start of school and look, forward to seeing their smiling faces virtually on September 8^th!

Susan K. Elliott, Ed. D.
Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning

Dear CR SOUTH School Community,

Please find attached the VIRTUAL BELL SCHEDULE which will be utilized from Tuesday, September 8th through Friday, September 25th.

Also, you should have received an e-mail yesterday from Dr. Susan Elliott, Assistant Superintendent, regarding resetting your password and accessing CANVAS.

Hope everyone is enjoying the last few days of summer!

Albert R. Funk

Council Rock High School South

2002 Rock Way

Holland, PA  18966

215-944-1115

Attachments:
 Virtual_Learning_Day_2020-2021.pdf

August, 2020

Dear Students and Parents/Guardians:

The summer of 2020 is quickly drawing to a close.  We hope that you and your family are safe and healthy.

The entire school staff stands ready and eager to help make your high school year memorable and enriching.  By working together, we can fulfill our mission of assisting you to achieve your goals.

I am cognizant of trying not to overwhelm your inboxes with beginning of the year emails to the point where they become both annoying and less likely to be read.  However, there are some important items we send to families prior to commencing the year.  To that end, please find attached the following documents:

• Attendance Letter from Mr. Sanko, Director of K-12 Education
• 2020-2021 Counselor Assignments
• Information on Free and Reduced Meals
• Mobile Device/Virtual Instruction/Interactive Live Streaming Agreement*

 As a friendly reminder, here are the upcoming important dates for your August/September calendar:

• August 28 - Student schedules released through HOME ACCESS CENTER
• August 31- September 3 – Distribution of student handbooks, Chromebooks (if needed) and textbooks (Alphabetically by grade level)
• September 8 – First day of 100% virtual instruction (more specific login information to follow).
• September 29 – First day of hybrid instruction

*Please note that the Interactive Live Streaming Agreement needs to be completed regardless of whether you are utilizing a district Chromebook.  This agreement, to be signed by both student and parent, is to be submitted PRIOR to the receiving of instructional materials during your assigned time (August 31 – September 3).  This form can be scanned back to Mrs. Amy Millevoi at amillevoi@crsd.org .  You may also attach a photo of the signed form in an e-mail.

 These letters, along with other important correspondences throughout the year, will continue to be made available via e-Friday folder. For updates on the school calendar and other important announcements, please become accustomed to referring to the CRSD website at www.crsd.org.  For more personalized communication, our counselors and administrators welcome your calls, and are happy to meet with you as necessary.

I sincerely hope that your year is marked by academic achievement, success in co-curricular activities, and fulfilling relationships.  Enjoy the rest of the summer, and see you soon!

Sincerely,

Albert R. Funk

Principal  

Attachments:
 Attendance_Letter_from_Mr._Sanko.pdf
 Counselor_Assignments_2020-2021.pdf
 Free_and_Reduced_Meal_Information_2020-2021.pdf
 Mobile_Device_Virtual_Instruction_Interactive_Live_Streaming_Agreement_2020-2021.pdf

Distribution of textbooks, materials, and Chromebook will occur the week of August 31^st through September 3^rd. Each class has one day, and students are scheduled via the alphabet to minimize the amount of students in the building which will allow for social distancing. The schedule for your class is indicated below. But before we go there, we need to review the process you’ll take to get your books”

1. Enter the building at the back gym link doors, at the time you are schedule.
2. Bring your schedule – hard copy, -or a picture on your phone.
3. At the first table, show your schedule. You’ll be given your student planner.
4. Wear a mask, and practice social distancing.
5. Enter the gym. Tables/areas are identified by subject matter. Make your way around the gym, picking up all your textbooks/materials as per your schedule.
6. If you are registered to receive a Chromebook, staff will check you in to the Chromebook Distribution station.
7. If you are not registered to receive a Chromebook, staff will direct out of the building via the back gym link doors.

Please click here for the schedule.

Please click here for the mobile device / virtual instruction / interactive live streaming agreement.

We have been made aware that students and parents were able to view some courses on their Canvas Dashboard today.  

Schedules have not been finalized and the courses listed may not accurately reflect your student's schedule.

The official schedule will be released on August 28th through Home Access Center.

Have a great remainder of the weekend.

Hello Council Rock High School South Community,

I am writing to make you aware that we will be open for distribution of textbooks, materials, and chromebooks on August 31 through September 3, 2020.  Each class will have one day to come into the gym to pick up those items.  More information regarding your student’s day and time for distribution will be coming on Monday.

Attached to this email is our “CRSD Mobile Device/Virtual Instruction/Interactive Live Streaming Agreement”.  We are asking that this form be completed by you, the parent, for each student in your family, and returned to us on or before Thursday, August 27.  This document covers the expectations of appropriate use of a District-issued device as well as considerations regarding the submission of photo, audio, and video assignments in a virtual class.  Please take some time to read through the document, and respond accordingly. 

There are several ways you can return the form to us:

• Scan and email the form to Mrs. Amy Millevoi at this address:   amillevoi@crsd.org
• Take a picture of the form and email as an attachment to Mrs. Millevoi at this address:  amillevoi@crsd.org
• Print the form, and drop it in a box located inside the vestibule at CR South during regular building hours

If you do not have printing capability at home, we will leave blank forms in a box on a table outside the main entrance of school.  Feel free to take enough for each student in your family and return the completed form(s) to us. 

It is extremely important that we have this form prior to the distribution of books and chromebooks.  Failure to return a completed form may delay your child’s ability to pick up their needed textbooks and device.

As mentioned above, more information regarding book distribution will be sent out on Monday, August 24. 

Susan Marie Gormley

Principal, Class of 2021

Office of Student Services

Council Rock High School South

Attachments:
 Permission_Form.pdf (764.4 KB)

Dear Council Rock South School Community,

First and foremost, we hope that everyone is healthy and managing the pandemic as best as possible.

It is incredible to consider the many changes to our daily lives, individually and collectively, since last March.

As we begin to “gear up” for the 2020-2021 academic year, there are a number of items I would like to raise for your consideration.  As you well know, however, matters can pivot very quickly within the pandemic arena, so I thank you far in advance for your patience, cooperation, and agility.  There will surely be more information to come on the areas below, this correspondence is simply intended as a broad overview as we get underway.  I certainly encourage you to visit the district website in order to review the Health and Safety Plan and the CR Reopening Hub Frequently Asked Questions.

Thank you very much for completing the registration process and indicating your preferred learning option come September 29^th.

As a reminder, all students will begin the year virtually on Tuesday, September 8^th.  Virtual instruction will continue until September 29^th, when the two day per week in-person cohort option becomes available. 

South’s 12-month staff reported back to the building today, August 17^th.  We have secured and are utilizing a number of PPE’s including plexiglass shields, masks, sanitizer stations, and social distancing signage… so far, so good!  The building remains closed to visitors at this time.

Here is a list of some important tentative dates:

   August 24                                             Schedules are released through HAC

   August 25-September 1                       Teachers participate in Professional Development

   August 31-September 4                       Textbook and Chromebook (if needed) distribution for students

   September 8                                         All students begin the year VIRTUALLY

   September 22                                      Back to School Night

    September 29                                    First Day of HYBRID

    November 11                                     End of the 1^st Marking Period

If you have any textbooks or instructional materials from last academic year, please drop them at the tables set-up outside of South under the front canopy.  You may drop the materials anytime between 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Unreturned items will be considered obligations.

We are especially cognizant of transitioning the Class of 2024 into our school community.  This Thursday, August 20^th, we will send out a short presentation for incoming 9^th graders.  Please do not worry if you miss it on the 20^th, we will post it on our website.  It is our hope to offer the Freshman class in-person tours of the building prior to September 29^th.  Please stay tuned.

While I personally believe teachers and students did an outstanding job last year under extraordinary circumstances, there is a general expectation that virtual learning will be enhanced starting September 8^th.  There are some fundamental differences this time around which should bolster accountability.  For instance, we will be following our traditional grading practices rather than a PASS/FAIL system.  Additionally, we will endeavor to take attendance period by period rather than once daily.  We will be following a more structured day (similar to our traditional bell schedule 7:33 AM – 2:15 PM).  And finally, we will be engaging in more synchronous/direct instruction.  While it is difficult to replicate the bricks and mortar experience, I do believe these structural changes will result in a better experience.  We will give it our all for the students!

While I am sure that there will be a degree of angst as we plod forward, I encourage everyone to keep breathing and take matters one step at a time.  I am confident that the CR SOUTH school community will perform exceptionally well, as per usual!

Stay safe!

Albert R. Funk

Council Rock High School South

2002 Rock Way

Holland, PA  18966

215-944-1115

STILL HAVE TEXTBOOKS FROM LAST YEAR?

We will hold additional textbook return days next week.

Students will be able to return their instructional resources on the following dates:

                Monday, August 10th                       9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
                Tuesday, August 11th                       9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
                Wednesday, August 12th                 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Tables will be set-up outside of the building under the front canopy. 

The tables will be labelled by subject area.

Students may simply drop off their textbooks at the designated table.

THANK YOU!

Albert R. Funk
Council Rock High School South
2002 Rock Way
Holland, PA  18966
215-944-1115

For students that missed yearbook pickup dates, there will be additional pickup times available on Thursday, 7/23 and Monday, 7/27 from 9:00 am-12:00 pm... please enter the school at the main entrance.

Please note, yearbooks will NOT be sold on these days... these time slots are for members of the Class of 2020 (who did not get their yearbooks), along with underclassmen who have pre-ordered and prepaid.

Greetings CR South Community,

Yearbooks have arrived for the Class of 2020 and any underclassmen who have previously ordered and made payment…students must show ID when getting a yearbook…if a student is unable to come to school at the scheduled time, he/she may designate a family member (preferably a parent or guardian) for yearbook pickup (the parent/guardian should bring their child’s ID)…yearbooks will be distributed at South’s main entrance on the following dates:

Seniors (Class of 2020), Wednesday, July 8
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM   Last Name A-F
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM     Last Name G-L

Seniors (Class of 2020), Thursday, July 9
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM   Last Name M-R
11:30 AM –  1:00 PM    Last Name S-Z

Underclassmen, Monday, July 13
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM   Juniors (Class of 2021)
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM  Sophomores (Class of 2022)
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM     Freshmen (Class of 2023)

Please note, there are a limited number of “extra” yearbooks available for purchase…if you are a member of the Class of 2021, 2022, or 2023, and have NOT pre-ordered and pre-paid, you may purchase a yearbook by contacting Mrs. Falchek at rfalchek@crsd.org.

Thank you…and have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!

John Radick
Assistant Principal
Council Rock South High School

Report cards will be available on HAC on Thursday, 6/25/20 at 3:00 pm.

Have a great day!

Seniors and families,

 We are very much looking forward to the Car Parade on Monday.  Just a few friendly reminders:

 In order to prevent a large volume of cars from accessing the campus all at once, we are breaking the class into thirds and asking that you come during your requested time:

                11:00 AM – 11:45 AM    Last name A – I

                11:45 AM – 12:30 PM     Last name J – R

                12:30 PM – 1:15 PM       Last name S – Z

 You may arrive on campus at any time during your assigned 45 minute window.

 In order to adhere to health guidelines, we are asking the following:

• One graduate per car
• Only one car per graduate (only family members in graduate’s car)
• Graduates and their family must remain in the car for the duration of the parade
• Please adhere to the parade route and keep on campus speeds in the 10-15 MPH range

 You will be asked to tune to FM 87.9 on your car radio when you arrive on campus. 

If there is severe weather and we need to postpone, the postponement date will be Wednesday, June 17 at the same times. 

We will let you know via CANVAS, BLACKBOARD, and our WEBSITE by 9:30 am Monday morning if there is a need to postpone.

Please check these mediums prior to coming to South. 

We are expecting a great parade through campus to honor the wonderful Class of 2020!

 Albert R. Funk

Principal

Council Rock High School South