How long will our schools be closed?
For purposes of the school calendar, Monday, March 16th and Tuesday, March 17th are designated as "inclement weather days" for students and staff. Mamaroneck School District's remote learning program will officially begin Wednesday, March 18, 2020. Students and staff will return to school on Monday, March 30, 2020 (updated first to April 15, 2020, as per the Governor's 3/27 directive and then May 15, 2020 as of 4/16 ) pending our assessment of the situation at that time.  Based on future actions by Governor Cuomo and/or the New York State Commissioner of Education, we may communicate additional changes to the school calendar including adjustments to school vacation and previously designated days. 

What will happen after the two-week school closure period?
The District’s plan to re-open schools on March 30 (now extended to April 15) is contingent on a number of factors that we don’t have answers to at this time. These factors include possible decisions by State, local or federal government around school closings and considerations around the ability of staff and students to attend. We will continue our constant communication with the NY State Department of Education, NY State Department of Health, elected officials and local municipalities to monitor this rapidly changing situation over the next two weeks and provide the community with updates.

Are the schools’ playgrounds and fields open during this time?
All District facilities, fields and playgrounds will be locked and off limits to the general public and local organizations.

How can I find out about the District’s remote learning plans? 
Visit the Home-School Connection page for information on the comprehensive elementary remote learning plans being implemented at our four elementary schools, plus a range of resources and links designed to help empower you in supporting your child as a learner. Additionally, your child’s teacher will be sending out separate communications. ENL teachers will also be posting resources and staying in contact with families. Visit the page frequently for updates.

Who should I contact if our family has questions or issues with remote learning? 
Contact your child’s teacher and/or principal with any questions or concerns regarding implementing the remote learning plan.

What support is being provided for students currently receiving Academic Intervention Services (AIS)?
AIS providers are in the process of developing additional resources for classroom teachers to share. In addition to the resources available on the Home-School connection page, AIS providers will be communicating separately with families, and planning for  CSEs and team meetings.  

What support is being provided by Student Support Services for identified students?Individual families will be contacted by the appropriate teacher and/or specialist.  Below only serves as very general information. CSE and 504 meetings scheduled between now and March 30th have been canceled and will be rescheduled. We are in the process of making plans for ways to conduct these meetings virtually should we be closed longer than the 30th.  More specific information will be provided to individual families.

Integrated Co-Teach (ICT)
ICT will be collaborating with general education teachers on daily learning plans.

Resource Room
Resource room teachers will be planning daily lessons related to the student’s learning goals in addition to the general education teacher’s work. 

Special Class teachers will communicate with families and post work and resources as appropriate to the student’s learning profile and IEP goals.

My family currently receives services from the District’s behavior intervention specialists, speech therapists, occupational and physical therapists, psychologists and/or social workers. How can I obtain information about services that will be available during school closure? 
Over the next eight days, the majority of  these specialists will communicate with individual families and provide support as needed.  Most of these mandated services are provided weekly or bimonthly, so at this time we are speaking about two sessions barring a more extended closure. Our behavior Intervention specialists created a resource center for parents and will provide parent phone consults. Psychologists and social workers will remain in contact with students and families on their caseload. Many are emailing and posting resources for parents starting Wednesday.  Occupational therapy and physical therapy services are more complex to provide virtually. We are actively brainstorming on ways to address these areas in a meaningful manner and more information will be provided in the near future.

Should you have questions regarding your child’s services after Wednesday, please reach out to your child’s special education teacher, one of our Directors of Special Education (Jmonaco@mamkschools.org and Alafontainecasabona@mamkschools.org) , or our Asst. Supt. for Student Support Services Dr. Mazzone (mmazzone@mamkschools.org).  We will be sure to have your concerns answered and addressed to the fullest extent possible.

What can my family do if we need some additional emotional support during this time? 

Key resources for families include the following:

During this difficult time full of uncertainty, Mamaroneck School District social workers are here to support our students and parents. Social workers will be available beginning Monday, March 16 to help with the disruption and emotional impact of school closure.  
Email: MUFSDSocialWorkers@gmail.com 
Text: 914-294-5029

Beginning Monday, March 16, the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Community Counseling Center (LMCCC) will operate a Coronavirus Coping Skills and Parent Support Line for Mamaroneck School District students and parents. From 12 noon until 2 pm each weekday, LMCCC professional staff members will provide emotional support, teach coping skills and advise parents over the phone on how to help children through this stressful time. The number to call is 914/698-7549 + press 5

All psychologists, social workers, and behavior interventionists will be checking email daily and providing support as appropriate for the situation. You do not need to be classified for special education services to reach out to the school psychologists or social workers. In fact, we encourage you to do so!

Will breakfast and lunch continue to be provided for MUFSD students who qualify for free and reduced price meals? 
Yes. The District has made arrangements with its food service provider, Aramark, to continue to provide breakfast and lunch for students who receive free or subsidized meals. Aramark will make bagged meals, both breakfast and lunch, at Hommocks each morning while schools are closed. Our district social workers have worked with local interfaith organizations to utilize a limited number of community volunteers, who will pick up the meals each morning at Hommocks and bring them to the distribution locations: parking lots at Hommocks Middle School, Mamaroneck Avenue School and St. Thomas Episcopal Church.

If someone in our family is experiencing Coronavirus symptoms, what should we do? 
Contact your physician immediately if you or someone in your family is experiencing Coronavirus symptoms. Report any confirmed cases of COVID-19 or requests by the health department to quarantine to your school principal.

Is the New Rochelle testing site at Glen Island accessible to Larchmont-Mamaroneck residents?
To be tested, an individual must have a physician order. New York’s first drive-through COVID-19 mobile testing center is operational in New Rochelle. It is our understanding that the center is providing testing for some residents in surrounding areas of New Rochelle. To make an appointment phone 888-364-3065. Check out Westchestergov.com for more info.  

What does the District recommend when it comes to social distancing during this time of school closure?
In accordance with CDC recommendations, practice social distancing and avoid large groups. Students should not congregate with others to the extent possible. Even if you are healthy, these efforts can help prevent spreading Coronavirus to others, especially the elderly and those with underlying health conditions. The CDC recommends maintaining at least 6’ distance between people. Staying connected through technology is the best recommendation at this time.

Additional health information regarding the Coronavirus is posted under the “Resources” tab.

The MUFSD administration team will be available to respond to any additional general questions or concerns that parents may have. Send email to mufsdinfo@mamkschools.org or call 914-220-3097