The high school returned to in-person instruction for all students on Monday, April 19.  The middle school will be fully reopened as well on Thursday, April 22.  At that point, the entire school district will be back and operating on a normal daily schedule. Health and safety protocols will continue to be practiced throughout the district. 

The most recent change as of Monday, January 11, is the switch to fully remote instruction for the high school (only).  This will be in effect for a 10-day period beginning Monday, January 11, and ending Wednesday, January 20.  Students will return for in-person instruction on Thursday, January 20.

Additional details for the high school are available regarding BOCES programs, Chromebook pick-ups and athletics:

• Students who attend BOCES for their CTE program are still able to attend.  The AM bus will be at the high school at 8:30am and the PM bus will be there at 11:45 as per our normal schedule.  BOCES CTE students who normally get picked up by a bus will still be picked up and those who currently have permission to drive may continue to do so.

• Chromebook pick up for juniors will be moved to January 26-28th.

• Bowling will continue as it occurs off school grounds.

• Swimming, indoor track and all athletic conditioning is cancelled until January 21st.

In response to positive cases of COVID-19, the following update was released on November 23.  Read the Superintendent's Update for Parents by clicking on the link that follows: 

• Superintendent's COVID-19 Update (11/23/20)

• Superintendent's Message (10/26/20)

Our most recent letters and update from our district office and high school provides information related to our November 2 reopening of the high school.   Visitors are welcome to download the letters and related forms for transportation and requests for families with children in multiple buildings.    

• More Letter and Reports from the Superintendent

• NHS Principal's Reopening Letter (10/19/20)

• NHS Bus Transportation Request Form

• NHS Virtual Instruction Request/Sibling Request

• Superintendent's VIDEO Message from NCSD on YouTube (8/21/20)

• Summer Letter to Families (7/13/20)

• Superintendent's Letter & COVID-19 Update (4/6/20)

• Superintendent's Letter with COVID-19 Update & Building-Specific Information (3/31/20)

• Superintendent's Letter & COVID-19 Update (3/13/20) 

• Food Distribution Letter and Form

* Families can use the link to print a copy of the form, or call Food Services to provide the information by calling 607-334-1600 extension 5410 or email dshalna@norwichcsd.org.  The next scheduled weekly delivery will be on Tuesday, April 7 (between 11:00 am and 12:30 pm). 

Click on the links that follow to view planning materials and previous updates related to COVID-19:

• March 13 Letter to Families

• COVID-19 Keeping Your Family Safe Brochure (Chenango County Department of Health) 

• NCSD Technology Information & Student Parent Device Agreement

While the Norwich City School District does not have a confirmed case of COVID-19, caused by the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) in our schools, we are aware of concerns in the community about the spread of this relatively new virus.  The district is closely monitoring this fluid situation and following guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), Norwich City School District, County Department of Health and the New York State Education Department.  

The district has infectious disease protocols in place and has been taking steps, such as cleaning and disinfecting throughout the schools, to minimize the spread of viruses and a variety of other illnesses. If the district becomes aware that a student or staff member is diagnosed with COVID-19, it will immediately notify staff and parents/guardians.  If a student or staff member shows respiratory symptoms, we will follow our current practices for handling respiratory illnesses, subject to any additional guidance that will be forthcoming. 

There are a number of steps that students, staff and community members can take to minimize the spread of all respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, according to the State Department of Health:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.  If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.  Heavily soiled hands should be washed.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands. 

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

• Stay home when you are sick.
  * Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. 

• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.  

If you or a family member begin showing symptoms of a respiratory disease and suspect it may be COVID-19, contact your healthcare provider.  Before going to your healthcare provider's office, inform them that a case of COVID-19 is suspected, and follow their advice.

Local health departments will contact schools if a suspected or known COVID-19 case emerges.  Families are encourage to follow the CDC's information for travel, available at this website.

In addition, New York has established a Novel Coronavirus Hotline, which can provide additional information.  Call 1-888-364-3065 with questions or concerns about travel and symptoms.  

High School

• HS Reopening - Arabic

• HS Reopening - Spanish

Middle School

• MS Reopening - Arabic

• MS Reopening - Spanish

Elementary

• Elem Reopening - Arabic

• Elem Reopening - Spanish