South Side Area SD

Address: 4949 State Route 151 Hookstown, PA 15050 | Phone: 724.573.9581 | Fax: 724.573.0414

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DISTRICT NEWS UPDATE

Archived News

Thanksgiving and Virtual Learning Letter

November 20, 2020

Dear South Side Families:

This week the Pennsylvania Department of Health (PADOH) determined that Beaver County’s level of community transmission of Covid-19 has been considered “substantial” for two consecutive weeks. As a result of this, it has been recommended by the PA Secretary of Health and the Department of Education that South Side Area School District operate virtually. At this time, South Side Area School District will begin virtual learning on Tuesday, December 1st and continue virtual operations through Friday, December 11th. We are hopeful that Beaver County cases will drop below the substantial category during this time and we can resume in-person classes on Monday, December 14th. As we progress through these next few weeks, please be on the lookout for further communication.

CLICK HERE to read the Thanksgiving Break and after Thanksgiving Break virtual learning plan letter.

Technology Support

Attention students and parents needing assistance with technology problems, please send an email to:

[email protected]

Phased School Reopening Health and Safety Plan

South Side School District has thoughtfully crafted a Health and Safety Plan following all CDC, DOH, and Governor's guidelines. This framework outlines all precautionary measures that the district is putting into place to create the safest learning environment possible for our students and our staff. This document will be updated accordingly as new guidance continues to be released by our governing bodies.

Please refer any questions to [email protected]

CLICK HERE to view the Phased School Reopening Health and Safety Plan.

CLICK HERE

to view the

Attestation Ensuring Implementation of Mitigation Efforts.

High School Assessment Update

Attention High School Students and Parents: Please see the High School Assessment Updates Newsletter for important information regarding Keystone Exams (opt-out information and link for students enrolled in a Keystone trigger course during quarantine), PSATs, and updated Graduation Pathways.

Spring 2020 Keystone Opt-Out Form CLICK HERE

Keystone Exams Update CLICK HERE

Act 158 Graduation Pathways CLICK HERE

Early dismissal time for students

Dear Parents and Guardians:

Due to the later start time this year for our students, early dismissal times will also be adjusted. To provide our students with more instructional time, dismissal times will now be pushed back an hour. The district's first early dismissal is Wednesday, Sept. 30th. Middle and High School students will be dismissed at 1:00pm, and Elementary students will be dismissed at 1:30pm. This time change will be in effect for the 2020-2021 school year.

Free School Meals for Kids

Dear Parents:

All children enrolled in the district will be served free meals! USDA announced the extension of the free Lunch Program from the spring and South Side has chosen to participate.

CLICK HERE to learn more details.

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