Reopening WPS
2020-2021
Information, Communications, & Resources
Per 07.30.2020 communication from Mr. Emmett, at this time, WPS is planning for a Hybrid Reopening Model for all schools as a way to significantly reduce the risk of transmission of the COVID-19 virus.
Below are links to the Wethersfield Reopening Plan, BOE Presentations, and the approved 2020-2021 school calendar. Thank you to all who have provided feedback throughout this process. The reopenwps@wethersfield.me e-mail address will remain active, so please continue to offer feedback.
Michael Emmett Superintendent
District Reopening Framework
For Students & Families
Virtual House Call for Parents and Families
Registration Link: https://ctserc.net/medadvisors813
Contact: Dr. Stephanie Knutson at Stephanie.knutson@ct.gov
Connecticut State Department of Education Reopen Plan Webinar
July 9, 2020
General Resources
Back to School Planning: Checklists to Guide Parents, Guardians, and Caregivers
COVID-19 Nursing & School Counseling Resources
Child Care Resources available through the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood
The Connecticut Office of Early Childhood has resources available to help you find appropriate child care for the days ahead. The easiest way is to contact this department is to dial 800-505-1000 in order to speak to a Child Care Referral Specialist. They will help you find the services that will best fit the needs of you and your family and can explore with you options such as child care centers, family child care homes, and group child care homes. https://www.ctoec.org/child-care-and-camps/
Technology Resources
Instructions on cleaning devices
These are instructions provided by the device manufacturer:
Lenovo - https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht035676
Google Translate Information / Cómo utilizar Google Translate / Kako se koristi Google Translate
For Faculty & Staff
Frequently Asked Questions - Emergency Childcare Leave & Emergency Paid Sick Leave
Governor's Office Business Recovery Guidance
Distance Learning Expectations
Emailed Communications
Health Videos
Online Health Resources
The best sources of reliable information continue to be the following:
Centers for Disease Control - www.cdc.gov
World Health Organization - www.who.int
Connecticut Department of Public Health - portal.ct.gov/coronavirus
Central Connecticut Health District - www.ccthd.org