The School District of Philadelphia is working on a school reopening plan for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year and will be hosting several one-hour Virtual Town Hall sessions from Tuesday, July 7 to Thursday, July 9. Students, parents/caregivers and community members are encouraged to participate and provide feedback.

Sessions will be hosted by a District leader and focus on a key planning area such as health and safety, cleaning practices, school schedules, and curriculum and instruction. Here are the details: 

Tuesday, July 7, 12 – 1 p.m.
A Talk with Dr. Barbara Klock, Medical Officer
Health & safety practices and protocols

Tuesday, July 7, 5 – 6 p.m.
A Talk with Dr. Malika Savoy-Brooks, Chief of Academic Support
Instructional design, curriculum and digital learning

Wednesday, July 8, 1-2 p.m.
A Talk with Alicia Prince, Acting Chief of Facilities Management and Capital Programs
Cleaning practices and protocols, and facility enhancements

Thursday, July 9, 12 – 1 p.m.
A Talk with Dr. Evelyn Nunez, Chief of Schools
Scheduling and school calendar

Thursday, July 9, 5 – 6 p.m.
A Talk with Dr. Barbara Klock, Medical Officer
Health & safety practices and protocols

For more information and to register, go here.

The District is considering three models for the upcoming school year: in-person learning, digital learning, and hybrid learning. A final plan is expected to be announced later this month. Visit the School District’s website for more information.