Tenino School District -

The District would like to clarify the Governor's recent proclamation.  K-12 schools ARE NOT impacted by the new restrictions.  We can maintain our current model of in-person service combined with remote learning. While we have students and staff members on campus the District is complying with every local health department regulation to prevent the chance of transmitting COVID-19.  I know we all look forward to the return to 'normal' schooling, whatever that looks like in the future.  Until then, remember to wear masks/face coverings when around others, wash your hands, and maintain physical distancing. Hopefully, doing these things will return to a normal schedule sooner than later.  Stay well,  Joe Belmonte, Superintendent

Good Afternoon Tenino Families. The Tenino School Board Meeting scheduled for Monday, November 23rd at 6:30 pm will be held via webinar. Public comment must be submitted via email by 5 pm on November 23rd to leachc@tenino.k12.wa.us. Please join the meeting by clicking the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86982559353. Thank you.

Power outage at Tenino High School! There will be no in person service at THS due to a power outage. Our apologies for any inconvenience.

Tenino vs. Rainier Food Drive Nov 16-20. Drop off your items at THS, Dave's Market, Eagan's, Hedden's, Post Office, or Tenino District Office. Items for Class Competition must be dropped off at THS in Class Designated Bins.

Dear Tenino Families: Thurston County Superintendents met this week with the Thurston County Public Health and Social Services Health Officer Dr. Abdelmalek. During the past two weeks, COVID transmissions in the county have continued to rise. As a result, we will continue to serve students in the current instructional model. The current remote learning model will continue through December of 2020. To read Dr. Abdelmalek’s most recent letter click the following link: https://www.thurstoncountywa.gov/phss/phssdocuments/Letter%20to%20Schools%2011.6.20%20FINAL.pdf. I am disappointed that we will not be able to transition to more in-person learning for your children. That said, because we have been teaching small groups of students in-person and safely, we will continue to provide these services. Finally, we will continue to plan and prepare for in-person instruction and will be ready to transition to in-person learning when permitted. Thank you for your support and patience. As always, if you or your child need support during online learning please connect with your child’s teacher or your child’s school principal. We will continue to communicate updates as they occur. Be well, Joe Belmonte, Superintende

B-That Coalition Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative Community Survey 2020 ONLINE SURVEY ENGLISH https://www.research.net/r/THTUEN2020 ONLINE SURVEY SPANISH https://es.research.net/r/THTUSP2020

Lions Club and Boy Scout Troup 14 Food Drive November 7 beginning at 9 AM.

Dear Tenino Families: Thurston County Superintendents met early this morning with the Thurston County Public Health and Social Services Health Officer Dr. Abdelmalek. During the past two weeks, COVID transmissions in the county have continued to rise. As a result, we will continue to postpone transitioning to an in-person hybrid instructional model. The current remote learning model will continue during this time. This current postponement will be reassessed on November 6, 2020. Importantly, if the current rates of transmission continue at the same level or rise, we will be required to maintain our current remote learning model through first semester which is January 29, 2021. I am disappointed that we will not be able to transition to more in-person learning for your children. That said, because we have been teaching small groups of high needs students in-person and safely, we are permitted to continue providing these services. Finally, we will continue to plan and prepare for hybrid instruction and will be ready to transition to in-person learning when permitted. Thank you for your support and patience as we work together as a community to focus on returning our students to school. If you or your child need support during online learning please connect with your child’s teacher or your child’s school principal. We will continue to communicate updates as they occur. Be well, Joe Belmonte, Superintendent

Drive through Trick or Treat @ Cornerstone Community Church on October 31, 2020 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm

Join the Tenino Combined PTSA for 2 spooky events!

Thurston County Department of Health Tips for a Healthy, Happy Halloween

Good Morning Tenino Families. The Tenino School Board Meeting scheduled for Monday, October 26th at 6:30 pm will be done via webinar. Public comment must be submitted via email by 5 pm on October 26th to leachc@tenino.k12.wa.us. Please join the meeting by clicking the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83500025063. Thank you.

Drive through Trick or Treat @ Cornerstone Community Church on October 31, 2020 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm

Protect Your Community COVID-19 Testing, every other Monday 11am to 1pm at Tenino Quarry house.

Choose Love this holiday season by Adopting a Child. Information on receiving assistance or sponsoring a child.

Dear Tenino Community: Good afternoon Tenino School District Community: As you know, we are beginning the Superintendent search process. At the School Board’s direction, a district team will be working to implement this process, which includes opportunities for stakeholder input. Given the current restrictions for in-person events we are providing input opportunities via an anonymous survey. Input will be gathered on these specific questions: What are some of the strengths/unique qualities you see in the Tenino community? What are some of the strengths/unique qualities you see in the Tenino School District? What challenges/issues do you see ahead for the school district? What are the characteristics/professional skills you feel you are particularly desirable in a superintendent? We appreciate you taking the time to participate in this very important process and look forward to hearing from you. Just click on the link below to access the survey. https://bit.ly/TSDSupSearch

Free Medicine Take Back on Saturday, October 24, 2020 from 11:00 am to 2:00 PM at the Tenino Police Department. Drive-thru only, face masks required.

Important TSD Athletics Announcement!!!

Re-Opening Update Letter https://5il.co/m3kh Dear Tenino Families: Thurston County Superintendents met early this morning with the Thurston County Public Health and Social Services Health Officer Dr. Abdelmalek. In the past few weeks, COVID transmissions have risen severely, reaching record high levels. As a result, we need to postpone our in-person hybrid instructional model at Parkside and Tenino Elementary. However, because we can safely provide educational services for small groups and special programs, we are permitted to continue to serve these students at all our schools. Bottom line, we will continue with the remote learning model we began on September 9th. This trend makes working toward the increase of in-person instruction very difficult. That said, we do not want to start the hybrid model, only to shut it down again quickly. We do not want to do that to our students, parents, and staff. Therefore, we are going to delay the start of hybrid instruction until the data and direction from public health shows we can do it safely. I am extremely sorry to share this message to you. I know we were excited to see students returning to school. We were surprised to see the COVID transmission rate change so drastically. The health of our students and staff is paramount, and we know case transmissions have to be low for the in-person hybrid model to succeed. Until we are permitted to reopen, we will continue to plan and prepare for hybrid instruction and be ready to transition to in-person learning when permitted. Thank you for your support and patience as we work together as a community to focus on returning our students to school. We recognize the disruption of the school year has had a significant impact on our students, our families, and our staff. Regards, Joe Belmonte

Letter to Families regarding the Return to In Person Instruction. https://5il.co/lx3a