District 87 updates plans for fall semester

Posted on July 16, 2020

*District 87 will release its full plan for the fall semester on Monday. (WJBC file photo)*

By Neil Doyle

BLOOMINGTON – District 87 gave a brief update on its plan for the fall semester which includes an option for students to learn in-person or remotely at home.

According to a Facebook post Thursday, Superintendent Dr. Barry Reilly said families will choose between two options for their students for the entire fall semester — 100% in-person learning at school, or 100% remote learning at home.

“We understand that you have many questions about the return to school,” said Reilly. “We are hopeful that Monday’s release of the back-to-school plan will provide answers. The adaptability and flexibility of the entire District 87 community is appreciated as we prepare to begin a historic school year.”

The district said on Monday it will release its full plan for the fall semester through Skyward, D87 social media, and on www.district87.org/covid.

Here is some other information the district shared on Thursday:

• For the safety of students and staff, school supplies will be provided to students through the District and community partners.

• The first day of school has been moved to Monday, August 24 for students in PreK-5, 6th, and 9th grade. All other students will begin Tuesday, August 25.

• To receive the most up-to-date information, your student must be registered for the upcoming school year. For more information, visit www.district87.org/registration.

• In addition to the back-to-school document, District 87 will host several Family Webinars in August so guardians can tune in to hear information directly from school leaders.

McLean County’s largest school district, Unit 5, is expected to release its plan for the fall sometime next week.

Neil Doyle can be reached at [email protected]

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