Please read the Return to School Plan carefully so you are fully aware of all procedures that are put in place to keep everyone as safe as possible!
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January 12th, 2021:
Students in grades Kindergarten through 5th will be returning to in-person learning on Tuesday, January 19th. Please have students bring any work they have to turn in and their Chromebook/laptop. 6th grade through 8th grade will continue online learning at this time.
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December 14th:
Update: Elfrida Elementary will continue online learning after Winter break on January 4th. We will have a governing board meeting on January 7th to reassess the situation. Thank you all for your patience in this trying time.
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November 24th:
As recommended by the Cochise County Health Department, Elfrida Elementary School will be going to online learning beginning Tuesday, December 1st through Monday, January 4th. Please return work packets on Monday, November 30th and pick up materials/devices beginning at 10:00 in the cafeteria.
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November 16th:
November 17th through November 25th we will be distance learning. In person school will begin again on November 30th. Please pick up packets on November 17th at 10:00 in the pick up line at the front of the school.
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September 8th:
Elfrida Elementary School will be starting in person school on Monday, September 14th. The Return to School plan, is posted on our website at: https://www.elfridaschools.org/District/1604-Untitled.html
Students may not arrive earlier than 7:45, and they will be screened when they are dropped off. Parents are asked to stay and wait for their child to be screened before leaving. Please check your child for any symptoms or fever before sending the child to school. Keep kids home if they are sick or are showing any symptoms associated with COVID-19. Thank you, and we are excited to have the students back!
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August 24th:
Grades 5 through 8 will be benchmarking this week in English Language Arts and math. Please do not assist your child with the assessment so that teachers can accurately track growth throughout the school year. Students, please try your best and good luck!
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August 11th:
Good morning parents! Don't forget, today we are passing out Chromebooks and the materials your children will need to be successful this school year! Please go to the board room between 9 and 3 and don't forget to wear a mask!
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August 6th:
Parents: Meals will begin again on August 17th through the National School Lunch Program. you must let the school know that you are interested in meals and if you would like them delivered or picked up. Whether these meals are free for a family depends on whether you qualify for free meals based upon the lunch application. If you have not done so, please fill out and return the lunch application to the school.
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August 6th:
Good morning Elfrida families. We will be starting school online on August 17th. On August 11th, next Tuesday, folders and Chromebooks will be available at the school for pickup. All students will receive a folder and possibly materials from the teachers that include students' log in information, letters, schedules, and expectations from teachers for distance learning. Chromebooks will be checked out to parents who have notified the school that they need a device/s. Please have one person come to the board room to pick up materials/devices. Please make sure to wear a mask and use the gate near the board room.
Please read over the information provided by the teacher to familiarize yourself with the teacher's expectations before the start of school on August 17th. If you have questions or are having issues with logging in in, please reach out to your child's teacher, using the contact information given in the folder.
Attendance is mandatory and will be taken daily. If your child misses school, you must call the office to receive an excused absence. If your child misses school for ten consecutive days, your child will be withdrawn from school.
Thank you,
Susan Holcombe
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July 30th:
You will have the opportunity to send your child to school for a safe learning space during online/distance learning time. You must call the school office Monday-Thursday from 8 AM to 3 PM to request this option. Deadline is August 6th. Limited space due to social distancing.
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July 30th:
Elfrida Elementary School will be starting school online for all students on August 17th. More information will be given soon.
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July 19th:
Reminder: Pick up registration paperwork Monday, July 20th at the school office. At this time, we are planning to start school on August 17th following CDC, ADHS. and Arizona Department of Education guidelines.
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July 16th:
Hello Elfrida Elementary families. The school will be buying supplies for the students when we start in person school, so there will be no classroom supply lists this year. Have a fabulous day! 
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July 14th:
Registration packets for the upcoming year will be available for pick up Monday, July 20th in the school office. Please complete the entire packet and return it by Wednesday, July 22nd. The office will be open from 8:00-3:00. Please wear a face covering when entering the office. Thank you!
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July 1st:
The survey has been updated because I forgot to put our school name on it. Also, there has been questions added to the first part. If you have filled it out, please update it. If you haven't filled it out, please do. Thank you!
Please complete this parent survey as soon as possible! Thank you!
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June 29th:
Well, just when we think we will open on time, we have to postpone opening school until August 17th. We will still be putting out the survey this week in order to get input from families.
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June 28th:
As of June 28th school will be resuming on August 5th. You will be receiving a survey within the week via email or text message. Please take the time to complete the survey so we know your thoughts and concerns on reopening the school. 