2021-22 Learning Updates & COVID-19 Dashboard

All students return to in-person learning on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. For the latest updates on COVID-19 protocols and more, click here.

BCPS is facing a severe bus driver shortage, which will impact transportation. As of now, bus service will not be available for some students throughout the district. We are working urgently to hire bus drivers and restore bus routes as quickly as possible.

• If you did not receive a bus card before the first day of school or are unsure if one or more of your children is impacted, please email the BCPS Helpdesk at helpdesk@battle-creek.k12.mi.us.
• If you need support finding transportation options for your child, please call your school building, who may be able to put you in touch with community organizations in your area.
• If you are not able to secure any temporary transportation for your child and they must remain home as a result, you should sign them up to attend BCPS Virtual Academy on a temporary basis. Students who cannot attend in-person due to transportation challenges should start the year in Virtual Academy, and begin attending school in person as soon as transportation is available. Click here to learn more and sign up.

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Masks

• Following CDC recommendations and CCPHD guidance, masks will be required for all individuals inside BCPS buildings.
• Following current federal requirements, masks are required on buses or any school transportation.

Daily Screening

• Families should continue to conduct daily symptom screenings at home.
• All school staff are required to complete the District’s Health Safety Self-assessment form each day prior to coming to work.

Cleaning & Hygiene

• Frequently touched surfaces, including light switches, doors, benches and bathrooms will continue to undergo
  cleaning at least every four hours.
• The District will continue to provide supplies and signage to support healthy hygiene behaviors.
• Students and teachers will be encouraged to wash hands with soap and water at transition times throughout the day.

Transportation

• Following federal requirements, all individuals, if medically feasible, must wear facial coverings while on the bus.
• Seating charts will be used to help limit the number of close contacts should a case arise.
• All buses will be cleaned and disinfected on a daily basis.

If you need assistance or have any questions, please reach out:

• Email: studentservices@battle-creek.k12.mi.us
• Spanish Language Support: (269) 419-1978
• Burmese Language Support: (269) 601-6029