The VPS board of directors will hold a first reading of the policy at its Jan. 11, 2022, school board meeting. The board will vote on the policy on Feb. 8.
No start date has been set for testing at VPS schools. Before any optional testing will be offered at school sites, the district will have a plan in place that addresses logistics and safety, and will communicate information to staff members and families.
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The impact of the pandemic has demonstrated that opportunities may exist to serve students in different ways throughout the year.
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The district is developing an equity policy that will provide a roadmap for day-to-day operations, providing accountability and guidance for decision-making.
Completion rate for Covid-19 vaccination or approved exemption is 99.98%.
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Teachers and administrators will begin identifying second through ninth grade students who may be eligible to participate in the program in the 2021-22 school year.
