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Monday April 20 2020
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Welcome To The 39th Issue of the Valley Beat!
Our Seventh Free Issue!
High Mountain Hay Fever Bluegrass Festival announces cancellation for this summer; looking forward to 2021
To the wonderful fans of High Mountain Hay Fever, it is with very heavy hearts that the
Board of Directors for HMHF Festival Association have made the difficult decision to cancel
this year’s festival.
We are in the process of winding things down for this year and are looking forward to 2021.
Those who have purchased advanced tickets and camping passes will be getting a full refund in
the near future. Thank you for your support of HMHF and your understanding of this hard
decision we had to make. Stay safe and healthy.
- Post via FaceBoo
Board of Directors for HMHF Festival Association have made the difficult decision to cancel
this year’s festival.
We are in the process of winding things down for this year and are looking forward to 2021.
Those who have purchased advanced tickets and camping passes will be getting a full refund in
the near future. Thank you for your support of HMHF and your understanding of this hard
decision we had to make. Stay safe and healthy.
- Post via FaceBoo
Town of Westcliffe eeks out a win, with voters approving the one percent sales tax increase by two votes
Town of Silver Cliff releases official election result as incoming Mayor and Trustees are eager to get to work
In an abundance of caution, school district decides to finish school year with in-home learning; graduation to be very special ceremony for 2020 grads
Custer County School District, C-1
Post Office Box 730, Westcliffe, Colorado 81252
Michael McFalls – Superintendent
Joe Vergilio – Principal
Main Office: 719-783-2291 / Office Fax: 719-783-4944
Administration: 719-783-2357 / Administration Fax: 719-783-2334
Vision: To Provide a Quality Education in a Safe Environment - Mission: To Prepare Students for Life Beyond Graduation
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April 21st, 2020
Dear Bobcats Families,
I hope you and your family are doing well! The purpose of this letter is to let you know that we have decided to continue with in-home packets and on-line instruction for the remainder of the school year. We know that families and teachers have been in a state of not knowing how to proceed and we felt this decision would help in planning out the remainder of the year. We also felt it was the most prudent and safe course to take for the sake of our students.
Please let me emphasize that school is not, repeat, not closing nor shutting down. We are suspending in-person education and continuing in-home and on-line learning. It is imperative that students continue to do their assignments and turn them in as they are being graded. We are doing everything possible to assist families in this difficult time and we have made adjustments to expectations and grading to take in account the issues associated with these new challenges. However, students must continue to do their part and try their best. I know this is a very stressful time and we are doing our very best to support our students and their families.
Information on picking up students’ personal items, medications and cleaning out lockers will be forthcoming.
We are still planning on having a Graduation Ceremony on May 30th as scheduled. We’re making plans that will create a special and memorable event for our seniors while still maintaining safety.
Any family that needs food assistance for their children are invited to pick up food at the school Monday and Wednesday from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. You may also contact the school to arrange for delivery to your area by school bus.
Let the kids know we miss them, and I hope you and your family are safe and healthy.
Mike McFalls
Superintendent
USDA Nondiscrimination Statement: In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form.
To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights; 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Post Office Box 730, Westcliffe, Colorado 81252
Michael McFalls – Superintendent
Joe Vergilio – Principal
Main Office: 719-783-2291 / Office Fax: 719-783-4944
Administration: 719-783-2357 / Administration Fax: 719-783-2334
Vision: To Provide a Quality Education in a Safe Environment - Mission: To Prepare Students for Life Beyond Graduation
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April 21st, 2020
Dear Bobcats Families,
I hope you and your family are doing well! The purpose of this letter is to let you know that we have decided to continue with in-home packets and on-line instruction for the remainder of the school year. We know that families and teachers have been in a state of not knowing how to proceed and we felt this decision would help in planning out the remainder of the year. We also felt it was the most prudent and safe course to take for the sake of our students.
Please let me emphasize that school is not, repeat, not closing nor shutting down. We are suspending in-person education and continuing in-home and on-line learning. It is imperative that students continue to do their assignments and turn them in as they are being graded. We are doing everything possible to assist families in this difficult time and we have made adjustments to expectations and grading to take in account the issues associated with these new challenges. However, students must continue to do their part and try their best. I know this is a very stressful time and we are doing our very best to support our students and their families.
Information on picking up students’ personal items, medications and cleaning out lockers will be forthcoming.
We are still planning on having a Graduation Ceremony on May 30th as scheduled. We’re making plans that will create a special and memorable event for our seniors while still maintaining safety.
Any family that needs food assistance for their children are invited to pick up food at the school Monday and Wednesday from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. You may also contact the school to arrange for delivery to your area by school bus.
Let the kids know we miss them, and I hope you and your family are safe and healthy.
Mike McFalls
Superintendent
USDA Nondiscrimination Statement: In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form.
To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights; 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.