HoCo considering virtual-only option next year

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Anonymous wrote:They haven't decided what 2021-2022 will be yet (in-person, virtual or hybrid), but they're going to hold info sessions on virtual-only options.

I guess I'm not surprised, but I am bummed that they're already going down this route. Bah humbug

I think that Maryland schools need to do what most states in the country have and develop a robust virtual option where you select at the beginning of the year or semester and then you're locked in, barring special circumstances where you have to petition. (e.g. if you start chemo, you can move to virtual. If your parent who was supervising your online learning starts chemo you can move to in person).

It would reduce numbers in public schools, and allow for some social distancing, reduce the voices advocating for virtual for everyone, and would get rid of the concurrent nonsense. Then the kids who choose in person could commit to doing as much in person as is safe. I'm hopeful that 5 days a week is safe, but even if it's 2 and 2, there are more options when you know you'll see all of your kids in person then there currently are.

I agree, but think that DL only students should be locked in, preferably for the entire year which would make staffing easier.

One thing I don't agree with is the idea of allowing DL only students to remain with their assigned schools, including for activities and sports. I would support this option for those students who cannot learn in person due to high risk health conditions or because of a particular need that makes DL inappropriate. However, for students who just want DL because they like it better (or want to sleep later), there should be different activities for those DL only students. Otherwise, the DL option is not really addressing overcrowding issues and could make them worse.

Um okay. You hate DL students and want them to be punished. Got it.

Not at all. I think it's great, but doesn't solve overcrowding issues if kids still get support/activities at their home school.

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DL should be a state offered option next year. Many states have already adopted this policy. It will have been 18 months. Time for MCPS to move on and do 100% in person in the Fall. Anyone that wants less can homeschool or do a state issued program.