Recent Updates Re: Novel Coronavirus COVID-19
This page will be updated regularly.
April 2, 2020
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Alameda County Superintendent of Schools, Karen Monroe, announced yesterday afternoon that the Albany High School campus will remain closed for the duration of this school year.
We are sure that this reality leaves many of you anxious. Admin and teachers are working as quickly as possible to develop contingencies for a range of events affected by this change. Stay tuned for more information.
Please take care of each other and hang in there.
March 27, 2020
Beginning on Monday, March 30th and lasting for the duration of our campus closure, Albany and MacGregor High Schools are adopting a modified bell schedule which is posted below.
Monday, March 16, 2020
Thanks to a group of volunteers in our community, we are pleased to announce that we are in a position to continue our food services program during school closures. As a reminder, grab and go breakfast and lunches will be available to students March 16-April 3 (Monday-Friday) between 11:00am-1:00pm at the Albany High School Cafeteria, 603 Key Route Blvd.
Please check our website for updates.
Monday, March 16, 2020
All AUSD Facilities Closed Due to Shelter In Place Order
At 1:00 pm today, public health officials from Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara counties announced, with the City of Berkeley, a legal order directing their respective residents to shelter at home for three weeks beginning March 17. This order limits activity, travel and business functions to only the most essential needs. The guidance comes after substantial input from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and best practices from other health officials around the world.
Accordingly, all Albany Unified School District facilities will be closed to the public and to staff. This includes all schools, Albany Children’s Center, Albany Aquatic Center, District Office, and Student Enrollment Center until April 13.
We will no longer provide the breakfast and lunch services as planned. However, we have identified some food resources in our community and shared this information with our families.
Saturday, March 14, 2020
As a follow-up to our earlier announcement regarding the AUSD school closures March 16 - April 10, we wanted to share some important information regarding student learning and food services.
Student Learning: Teachers will be planning student lessons on Monday and Tuesday (March 16-17). Students can expect to receive weekly class assignments beginning on Wednesday, March 18. We will continue to provide updates about student learning as plans are finalized.
Food Services: Any student who would like to access breakfast and/or lunch can pick up breakfast and lunch between 11:00am -1:00pm at Albany High School Cafeteria (603 Key Route Blvd), Monday-Friday (March 16-April 3). These are grab-and-go meals and may not be eaten on campus. If you have any questions, please Sabina Feinburg, Executive Chef at 510-558-2608.
Breakfast options (one option served daily and subject to change):
Yogurt, graham cracker and juice
Muffin, milk and juice
Cereal bar, milk and juice
Lunches options (one option served daily and subject to change):
Turkey & cheese sandwich
Ham & cheese sandwich
Bean & cheese burrito
Cheese or chicken patty sandwich
Bento Box with cheese, turkey, fruit & crackers
All include milk and fruit or juice
Friday March 13, 2020
All AUSD Schools Closed March 16-April 10
Thursday March 12, 2020
The following message from Superintendent Wells is being distributed throughout the district this afternoon:
Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update from Superintendent Wells
Thursday, March 12, 2020
Parents and teachers,
Please take a moment to review the following information from the National Association of School Psychologists:
Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
Due to ongoing efforts to support local health precautions, the following steps have been confirmed but please keep in mind that this is a very fluid set of circumstances so thank you for your support and patience.
The Diversity Week assembly and food day have been postponed. We will now have a regular bell schedule for Wednesday 3/25 and Friday 3/27.
All musical performances have been postponed or modified. Craig Bryant and Mary Stocker will be communicating these plans to their respective groups.
Confirming that all field trips are cancelled or postponed through April 10th, rescheduled depending on availability.
We received a re-supply of hand sanitizer and disinfectant from the District Office and continue to encourage all staff and students to practice due diligence with personal hygiene practices and to stay at home if feeling ill or have a fever.
Principal Ritchie will be working with our Department Chairs on contingency plans for distance learning and supporting curriculum in the event of a school closure. At this time, there is no action taken to close schools.
Monday, March 9, 2020
Please click the following link to view current information about preventative measures and potential site closures within AUSD:
Message from Superintendent Wells regarding the novel coronavirus COVID-19
Friday, March 6, 2020
Please see the attached documents for updates and guidance from the California Department of Education regarding the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19).
2019 Novel Corona Virus Information
2019 Novel Coronavirus Guidance Update for Schools and School Districts