Macon County Schools Announce Meal Schedule and Remote Learning Options

Here is a press release from the Macon County School System regarding remote learning and student meal pickup.


March 16, 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Governor Cooper has issued an Executive Order to close all public school districts across the state beginning today, Monday, March 16th through Monday, March 30th. Therefore, we will be adjusting our 2019-2020 calendar to include the Governor’s decision as well as the following changes:

 Our Food Distribution Sites will officially open on Tuesday, March 17th.

Food Distribution Sites will be Franklin High School, Mountain View Intermediate School, South Macon Elementary School, Highlands School and Nantahala School.

Parents and students may pick up food from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Monday through Friday.

In addition, our buses will be running their regular routes during the hours of 11:00 am to 1:00 pm to deliver meals to those who cannot pick them up. These meals will be free of charge.

 At-Home Learning will begin on Tuesday, March 17th .

Your principal will communicate detailed information with you regarding your At-Home Learning experience. Do not hesitate to contact your teacher or your principal if you have questions.

 Wireless access at all Macon County Schools locations will be available for students.

District provided student devices will automatically connect when in range. We will begin making wireless access available at Franklin High School this week with the other schools to follow. If you have questions or need assistance with technology during your At-Home Learning, Macon County Schools Tech Support can be reached at 828-524-3314 ext. 1044 or feel free to email at support@macon.k12.nc.us

 We anticipate returning to school on Tuesday, March 31st . However, we understand the severity of the coronavirus may impact this return date. We will, of course, continue to work closely with the Macon County Health Department. We are committed to keeping you informed.

Please visit our website at www.macon.k12.nc.us for up to date information or you may call 828-524-3314. These are unprecedented times, but please know the health, safety and education of our students remains our ultimate focus in every decision we make.


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