The Natchitoches Parish School Board announced that four schools will transition to remote learning Thursday, Nov. 12, and Friday, Nov. 13, due to an increased number of students and staff reporting diagnoses of strep throat and flu.
The affected schools are:
- L.P. Vaughn Elementary School
- M.R. Weaver Elementary School
- Natchitoches Junior High School
- Natchitoches Provisional Learning Center
According to the district, these are currently the only four schools experiencing illness-related absences at levels that warrant a temporary transition to remote learning.
The school board is continuing to monitor attendance and illness-related absences across all district schools.
During the temporary transition, school administrators will prepare for remote instruction. The district acknowledged that some students may be unable to complete assignments while recovering from illness.
Parents whose children are sick and unable to complete remote assignments are encouraged to contact their child’s principal or teacher to discuss arrangements for making up missed work.
While students and staff are away from campus, the district’s Maintenance Department will coordinate with custodial staff to conduct thorough cleaning and disinfection of school facilities.
The cleaning process will include the application of products designed to reduce the presence of viruses and bacteria.
The district plans for students and staff at the affected schools to return to campus Monday, Nov. 16.