Return to School Handbook
July 23, 2020
Mission: Ensure all students are successful.
Vision: All members of our learning community will work collaboratively and
have the courage, competence, and commitment
to take ownership of their development,
face challenges, and
find solutions.
The learning community includes students, staff, parents, and community members.
Together our work will focus on creating a balance between
intellectual, physical, social and emotional development
with the goal that every student
will be college and career ready.
Table of Contents
Letter to Gunnison Watershed School District
We Are in This Together
Decision Making for GWSD
Two Learning Options for Return to School
Understanding the Transmission of COVID-19
Priority 1: Physical Health & Safety
Our Risk Reduction Toolkit
Risk Reduction Tool #1: Health Screening
Risk Reduction Tool #2: Illness Protocol
Risk Reduction Tool #3: Handwashing
Risk Reduction Tool #4: Respiratory Etiquette
Risk Reduction Tool #5: Face Coverings
Risk Reduction Tool #6: Physical Distancing
Risk Reduction Tool #7: Reducing Contacts
Risk Reduction Tool #8: Ventilation Practices
Risk Reduction Tool #9: Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting
Risk Reduction Agreements: Parents, Students, and Staff
Priority 2: Social & Emotional Health
Priority 3: Academic Achievement and Growth
Recess, Physical Education, Athletics, and Activities
Nutrition Services
Transportation
Contact Information
References and Other Resources
Appendix 1: GWSD COVID-19 Protocols
Classrooms Protocols
Common Areas Protocols
Staff Work Areas Protocols
Cafeterias Protocols
School Grounds Protocols
Gyms & Weight Rooms Protocols
Locker Rooms Protocols
Restrooms Protocols
Buses & Suburbans Protocols
Parents and Visitors Protocols
Appendix 2: Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting Information
Appendix 3: GWSD COVID-19 Staff Leave Options
Appendix 4: Coronameter