Dear Parents and Guardians,
The Return to Sports Action Plan has proven successful over the past four weeks as students and coaches have been on campus for training and pre-season activities without incident. This, coupled with the phased reopening of school that I shared yesterday, gives us a good opportunity to allow our student-athletes to participate in interscholastic competition in a controlled, monitored approach.
Therefore, I am approving that our Upper School fall Athletics programs fully participate in competitive play.
As with the other area independent schools, Middle School Athletics (with our Grade 5 students where appropriate) will remain intramural only.
In accordance with all local guidelines, no spectators will be allowed at games or practices at this time.
Our Pandemic Team, in consultation with our Medical Review Board, will continue to monitor our programs and will make future decisions on a sport-by-sport basis. The health, wellness, and safety of our students and staff remain our highest priorities. Should it become necessary, the remainder of a season may need to be postponed or canceled based on conditions at that time.
Scott D. Fech, Ph.D. Head of School
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