Good morning, T.O.C.S. Families.
As we return to school today with a 70% absenteeism rate for preschool and 45% absenteeism rate for k-12, it is evident that this widespread illness is far from behind us. Based off these numbers and potential incubation periods for the illnesses we are currently dealing with (Flu A, Strep, RSV, stomach bug, and Covid), I have no choice but to close school for the remainder of this week, Wednesday-Friday, Jan 29-31. All extra curricular activities, including practices and games, will be canceled this week as well for the safety of our students.
We will be adding February 18, March 24, and April 21 to our school calendar this year as educational student days to avoid the loss of learning this week as students and families recover. I apologize in advance for the inconvenience this my cause and ask that you continue to join our school ministry staff in prayer for the health and well-being of our entire school family.
In His service,
A. Pfaff-Biebel
T.O.C.S. Administrator