Cottonwood Elementary School

Buenas tardes familias de Cottonwood. Este es un recordatorio amistoso de que tenemos 3 opciones de salida. Los estudiantes pueden ser recogidos en un automóvil, tomar el autobús si califican o designarlos como caminantes. En este momento, para cumplir con las reglas de seguridad, no tenemos una opción de recogida en persona. No permitimos que los adultos salgan de sus autos o vengan caminando a la escuela para recoger a sus estudiantes. Si tiene alguna pregunta, llame a la oficina.

Good afternoon Cottonwood families. This is a friendly reminder that we have 3 dismissal options. Students may be picked up in a car, ride the bus if you qualify, or designated as a walker. At this time, in order to comply with safety guidelines, we do not have a walkup option. If you have any questions, please call our office.

We’re thrilled to announce Hesperia Unified School District’s updated app! It’s all things Hesperia USD, in your pocket. Download the app on Android: http://bit. ly/2F1j1is or iPhone: https://apple.co/2Fjk8tt.

Good afternoon Coyotes! We are thrilled to have many of you returning next week for Hybrid Learning. Please take a moment to visit this special website with important information regarding arrival, dismissal, transportation and meal distribution. http://bit.ly/3kNFBxm Should you have any questions, please feel free to call the office at 760-949-1390.

As we prepare to move into a hybrid model, we know you may have many questions. Please know that we are here to assist. You will receive more information no later than Monday, Mar. 1st as to specific days and schedule. If you would like to confirm how your child will be participating in school, call the office at 760-949-1390.

Dear Parents, The number of COVID cases is dropping and it is looking good for elementary students to be brought back to class in the hybrid model. As we are making our plans, we will be using the initial survey response that was completed in November (hybrid 2 days in person/3 distance or all distance). If you have changed your mind about how you want your child (ren) to return, please contact your school by Friday, February 25. We are looking forward to having students back in person. Queridos padres, El número de casos de COVID está disminuyendo y es una buena posibilidad que los estudiantes de primaria regresen a clase en el modelo híbrido. Mientras hacemos nuestros planes, usaremos la respuesta inicial al cuestionario que se completó en noviembre (híbrido 2 días en persona / 3 a distancia o toda la distancia). Si ha cambiado de opinión sobre cómo desea que regresen sus hijos, comuníquese con su escuela antes del viernes 25 de febrero. Esperamos ver a todos nuestros estudiantes de regreso en la escuela.

Good morning Coyotes! This is a friendly reminder we have no school tomorrow, Friday 2/12 in observance of Lincoln's birthday and Monday 2/15 in observance of Presidents Day. Enjoy your 4 day weekend!

Good morning Cottonwood Families. Due to the inclement weather, the school office will remain closed today. Also, there will be no distribution of our lunch service. Staff will still be available to answer phone calls at 760-949-1390. Stay safe and warm.

Click the Zoom link here to join our DELAC meeting starting at 2:00 PM: https://hesperiausd-org.zoom.us/j/83360171263

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Weekly HUSD COVID Update 12/2/20: COVID Data: Most up to date San Bernardino County COVID data is as follows: Adjusted new cases per 100,000 residents: 32.36* Overall testing positivity: 13.98% HPI testing positivity aka "Health Equity Metric": 17.3% *Note: Most recent data as of 11/23/20 Source: San Bernardino County Department of Public Health Current San Bernardino County tier assignment: 23.0 adjusted new cases per 100,000** 11.3% overall positivity** Tier = Purple **Note: 7-day average of the week ending on 11/25/20. Source: Ca Safer Economy Needed for next tier (Red) assignment: 2 consecutive week averages of 7 or fewer adjusted new San Bernardino County cases per 100,000 residents, 8% or lower overall positivity rate AND 8% or lower Ca Health Equity Metric positivity. Source: Ca Safer Economy Free COVID Testing: Community COVID-19 testing sites are being held throughout San Bernardino County. Samples will be collected using a swab in the nostril or in the mouth. These samples are then sent to a lab to test for the virus that causes COVID-19 (SARS‑CoV‑2 virus). There are 3 commonly used testing options: Option #1: San Bernardino County Public Health Testing Facilities: Click the link to make a free testing appointment: https://sb.fulgentgenetics.com/appointment/screen/landing You can easily make an appointment on your computer or phone! Walk-ins are sometimes welcome (depending on how busy they are)! You do NOT need to have symptoms to test! You get texted/emailed the results in under 48 hours! Nearby locations: (Note: Click the link for exhaustive San Bernardino County list) https://sbcovid19.com/testing-sites/ Percy Bakker Center 9333 E Ave., Hesperia Monday – Friday from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Victor Valley College 71 Mojave Fish Hatchery Rd., Victorville Monday – Friday from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Every Saturday through November 21 from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Option #2: CVS Testing Facilities: You can easily make an appointment on your computer or phone! No walk-ins! Generally, you MUST have symptoms to test! Click the link to schedule a CVS test: https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/covid-19-testing?icid=cvs-home-hero1-banner2-coronavirus-testing Option #3: Consult your doctor for other testing options. Flu Vaccine: The California Department of Public Health strongly recommends that all students and staff be immunized each autumn against influenza, to help: Protect the school community Reduce demands on health care facilities Decrease illnesses that cannot be readily distinguished from COVID19 and would therefore trigger extensive measures from the school and public health authorities. Click the link for information on free flu vaccines in San Bernardino County: https://wp.sbcounty.gov/dph/flu/fluclinics/

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Weekly HUSD COVID Update 11/18/20: COVID Data: Most up to date San Bernardino County COVID data is as follows: Adjusted new cases per 100,000 residents: 24.41* Overall testing positivity: 10.41%* HPI testing positivity aka "Health Equity Metric": 12.62% * *Note: Most recent data as of 11/9/20 Source: San Bernardino County Department of Public Health Current San Bernardino County tier assignment: 27.0 adjusted new cases per 100,000** 10.5% Overall positivity** 9.3% Health equity metric positivity** Tier = Purple **Note: 7-day average of the week ending on 11/10/20. Source: Ca Safer Economy Needed for next tier (Red) assignment: 2 consecutive week averages of 7 or fewer adjusted new San Bernardino County cases per 100,000 residents, 8% or lower overall positivity rate AND 8% or lower Ca Health Equity Metric positivity. Source: Ca Safer Economy Free COVID Testing: Community COVID-19 testing sites are being held throughout San Bernardino County. Samples will be collected using a swab in the nostril or in the mouth. These samples are then sent to a lab to test for the virus that causes COVID-19 (SARS‑CoV‑2 virus). There are 3 commonly used testing options: Option #1: San Bernardino County Public Health Testing Facilities: Click the link to make a free testing appointment: https://sb.fulgentgenetics.com/appointment/screen/landing You can easily make an appointment on your computer or phone! Walk-ins are also welcome! You do NOT need to have symptoms to test! You get texted/emailed the results in under 48 hours! Nearby locations: (Note: Click Here for exhaustive San Bernardino County list) Percy Bakker Center 9333 E Ave., Hesperia Monday – Friday from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Victor Valley College 71 Mojave Fish Hatchery Rd., Victorville Monday – Friday from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Every Saturday through November 21 from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Option #2: CVS Testing Facilities: You can easily make an appointment on your computer or phone! No walk-ins! Generally, you MUST have symptoms to test! Click the link to schedule a CVS test: https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/covid-19-testing?icid=cvs-home-hero1-banner2-coronavirus-testing Option #3: Consult your doctor for other testing options. Flu Vaccine: The California Department of Public Health strongly recommends that all students and staff be immunized each autumn against influenza, to help: Protect the school community Reduce demands on health care facilities Decrease illnesses that cannot be readily distinguished from COVID19 and would therefore trigger extensive measures from the school and public health authorities. Click the link for information on free flu vaccines in San Bernardino County: https://wp.sbcounty.gov/dph/flu/fluclinics/ If you have any other questions please contact your child's school.

Cottonwood families: By now, you probably have received the message from our Superintendent, Dave Olney. Hesperia Unified School District is postponing the start of Hybrid learning until January 2021. This means that we will continue to stay on distance learning for the time being. If you signed your student up for hybrid, we will keep that information on file. After Thanksgiving break, you will receive notification on your child’s hybrid learning group assignments. You can visit cottonwoodelementary.org for more information. Have a safe and relaxing Thanksgiving Break.

Good afternoon Coyotes! Please take a look at our Weekly HUSD COVID Update. If you have any questions, please contact the school office at 760-949-1390. Have an amazing day! https://docs.google.com/document/d/187gvPE0wCuIYvlIkUiIIpBWIXeqCtoe6A3svNJ24tkY/edit