SCHOOL NEWS
Back To School 2020 Style
the academic integrity and rigorous intensity that is expected of a Covington Latin education. We are also committed to the social emotional learning (SEL) needs of our students by remaining connected with them. While the typical events one experiences at Covington Latin (mixers, honors assemblies, and more) are now virtual, our students remain engaged and outgoing. Our Student Council hosted a virtual Back to School mixer which was just as well attended as any other mixer. Our students also participated in virtual bingos, trivia nights, and game nights. Check out our photos from our first week of school!
The start of this year has looked quite different than in previous years, but one thing is certain: the students are so glad to be back in the building. On August 17th, CLS welcomed its students back. Even our synchronous learners were thrilled to be in a virtual classroom. Because of our technology and synchronous options, our school has gone national! We have students from Eastern Kentucky and Texas. Who would have guessed that our safe haven could become just that for students so far away? Since March, our faculty and administration have been working to create a reopening plan in order to create a comfortable environment that maintains productivity and safety for our students. We are fortunate to have a beautiful, uniquely designed building that allows us to maintain social distance. Our technology usage in the classroom is now state of the art and continues to support students inside the classroom and virtually. We are ready for all scenarios this year could throw at us. Our priority has been and will continue to be the health and welfare of our students while maintaining
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