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GUIDING PRINCIPLES

The District’s Reopening Plan reflects a series of guiding principles that globally represent the body of research and resources made available to support school Districts’ reopening efforts.

HEALTH & SAFETY

Prioritize Health and Safety for Students and Staff The Darien Public Schools will open with additional health and safety measures to mitigate the spread of disease.

EQUITY

Create Conditions for Equity & Access The Darien Public Schools will open with strategic plans and supports to address specific learning needs of all students.

SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL LEARNING

Address Social and Emotional Learning Needs The Darien Public Schools will open ready to provide support for students, staff, and families related to developing the necessary skills needed to manage emotional well-being and achieve goals. Nurture High Levels of Achievement The Darien Public Schools will open with balanced and healthy expectations to support the continued tradition of high levels of achievement.

ACHIEVEMENT

COMMUNICATION

Communicate Effectively The Darien Public Schools will utilize our website to serve as a communication hub of learning and operation amidst the current health crisis.

INNOVATION

Embrace Opportunities for Innovation The Darien Public Schools will use this opportunity to think openly, creatively, and strategically to accomplish new goals and innovations when appropriate.

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