Martin County West is committed to providing the best educational opportunities for our students and we know that some form of face to face instruction is essential to this goal.  Throughout the summer various groups have been meeting to discuss the three learning scenarios our schools may be using throughout the 2020-2021 school year.  These scenarios are:
 

With Governor Walz's announcement last week regarding returning to school we are encouraged about the possibility of using localized data to make informed decisions about which learning scenario we will implement in an effort to keep students and staff safe and healthy.  Using the current Case Rate data from the Minnesota Department of Health, Martin County West would be able to deliver face to face instruction if school started this week.  Our success in maintaining these trends will depend on our communities' efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.  One of the best ways in which you can help us return to school in person is to wear a face covering when out in public and maintain social distancing.  When the school year begins students and staff will be required to wear a face covering on school transportation and in school buildings in an effort to maintain our ability to provide face to face instruction.

Our various groups will continue to meet throughout August to further develop plans for all three scenarios.  Details of these plans will be provided on the District website in the next few weeks.  Balancing health and safety of our students and staff continues to be our focus as we strive to return to some form of in person learning this fall.
 

Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, this year's sports sign-up procedures will be different in order to mitigate possible spread of the virus.  Instead of one night, we are going to be accepting sports forms and fees from August 10-August 13 and the MSHSL meeting will be conducted virtually the first day of practice.  A video for parents will able be made available on the school website August 17th.  Forms can be picked up at the High School's Main Entrance starting at 3:00pm on August 10.  Completed forms and fees can be dropped off at the same location using the dropbox located just inside the entrance of the school.  All materials are due by Thursday, August 13th by 3:00pm to ensure your child is on the roster and can begin the season.

Changes to be Aware of for the 2020-2021 Calendar Year: