Little Shasta Elementary

As we approach our Spring Break, I am happy to report that at Little Shasta Elementary we are almost 3 quarters of the way through this crazy school year. That's over 130 days in consecutive, In-Person, full day instruction!! I recently heard that only 12% of students in California are in school at all. The state is really pushing to reopen schools by April or May. This is a feat we accomplished on August 26th!

Of course we've hit some bumps along the way but everyone has truly pulled together to make this happen. I am still setting my sights on the finish line, which is of course June 10th. I think that probably our best strategy has been you, the parents, keeping sick kids at home and I have done the same with my staff. It has actually been one of the healthiest years in recent memory.

I must also, again, give credit to our two teachers. Mrs. Salvestro and Mrs. Robinson who have shown nothing but commitment to our students and to the idea that school is where kids should be. As I watch the news and see all the issues between school districts and Teacher unions over school openings, I appreciate our teachers even more!

I get asked a lot if and when school will get back to normal. I don't have a crystal ball but I am very hopeful that we will turn the corner this summer and next school year will be far less restrictive. The vaccines are encouraging and I myself have received both shots. For now I must emphasize sticking with all the measures that have helped us get where we are. The masks, constant sanitizing and staying home when sick will get us through. These things are all still required by the state anyway. So stay strong, stay safe and stay healthy!

Sincerely,

Todd Clark

Todd Clark – Superintendent

Little Shasta Elementary School

If you or someone in your family is exposed to someone with COVID or if any family member is sick with COVID like symptoms - please keep your child at home and let us know. Your child should not return to school until 14 days after the onset of symptoms. I know that may sound harsh but as everyone is aware, even one case at this point could shut us down for months. We are always ready to assist with Independent Study.
I wanted to make you aware of some up-coming dates.
Friday, April 2 Snow Day Make Up - No School
April 3rd - 11th Easter Break