2021-2022 Back to School Guidance

1. Masking is required in schools for all individuals until the end of the school day Friday, October 15, 2021.

2. Masking is required for passengers and drivers on school buses.

3. Vaccinations are encouraged for teachers and students over the age of 12.

4. We ask parents to monitor flu and COVID symptoms prior to sending children to school. In the event that your child exhibits COVID or similar symptoms, do not send your child to school. The school will work with you regarding any necessary absences that may occur due to illness.

5. All students and staff who have symptoms of COVID should remain at home and be referred to their healthcare provider for testing and care.

6. Individuals who test positive or are diagnosed with COVID will quarantine for 10 days in accordance with ADPH.

7. Students who are in a household with a person who has tested positive for COVID should remain at home for 10 days after their last day of exposure to a positive case. If the student is able to stay with other family members OR continuously stay 6 ft. from the positive family member, please call your school nurse for guidance. Additionally, please follow any isolation procedures as directed by your healthcare provider.

8. Please contact your school nurse or principal to make them aware of a COVID diagnosis.

9. Schools will report diagnosed cases of COVID to ADPH.

10. According to the ALSDE, contact tracing is a function of the ADPH. Attalla City Schools will cooperate in the event the ADPH requests support in providing contact tracing for a confirmed case of COVID.

11. All individuals should practice frequent hand washing and respiratory etiquette. Finally, please recognize and remember that COVID remains a threat outside of the school setting. Vaccinations, facial coverings, social distancing, and hygiene are the best tools to combat this pandemic in all areas of our society. Attalla City Schools will continue to monitor and provide updated information as needed. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

Emergency Broadband Benefit

Need internet connection for your household? The State of Alabama is launching a program that helps eligible students access the internet for free. Visit https://alstudentconnect.org/ or call 1-888-728-0422.

The Alabama State Department of Education launched Alabama Student Connect to help students and teachers who currently lack high-speed broadband internet service or devices get access to the internet.

The Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) program is a new program that provides a temporary discount on home internet bills for qualifying low-income households. Alabama Student Connect can help connect families to the EBB program.

Eligible households can qualify for:

1. Monthly Benefit: Up to a $50/month discount on your broadband service and associated

equipment rentals

2. Enhanced Tribal Benefit: Up to a $75/month discount if your household is on qualifying

Tribal lands

3. One-time Device Discount: Up to $100 for a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer (with a co-payment of more than $10 but less than $50) where available

Registration Information

Attalla City Schools utilizes PowerSchool, an online system for registering and updating student information. This solution eliminates the need to complete paper packets and creates an efficient means for updating information year after year. All students, returning and new, will need to register online. Please click the correct image below for instructions and registration links.

If you do not have access to a computer or mobile device (smart phone, tablet, etc) to complete online registration, please contact the school where your student will be enrolled next year.

Click here to watch a helpful video on how to register using Snapcodes.

School Lunch Forms

Please complete your lunch form online. It is necessary for every student to have a completed lunch form. Your responses are required for our schools to receive additional funding for school supplies, additional teachers, more technology, and building upgrades.

English: https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/DistrictRedirect/ATTALLACITY_AL?langid=1

Spanish:https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/DistrictRedirect/ATTALLACITY_AL?langid=2

ACS 2021-2022 Instruction and Reference Guide

Please visit our ACS 2021-2022 Instruction and Reference Guide page for important information regarding the reopening of Attalla City Schools and the enrollment options being offered.