On Friday, September 11, 2020, the Midstate Athletic Conference (MAC) voted to postpone all interscholastic athletics until January 4, 2021.  Upon the start of athletics next January, the MAC will follow the NYSPHSAA schedule for condensed seasons: winter sports, fall sports, then spring sports.  With the later start date, we are hopeful that all athletic seasons will be able to be completed in their entirety. This may also include sectional and state-level play, as allowable, for the respective sports. While this was a difficult decision, the health and safety of our student-athletes, coaches, and fans was paramount. 

 

The member schools of the MAC understand the important role that athletics plays in the social, emotional, and physical well-being or our student-athletes.   The MAC will continue its work to prepare for successful seasons upon the return to competition, including coordination with Section IV, NYSPHSAA, local health departments, and government authorities.  Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue working together to provide opportunities for our athletes in the safest possible manner.   

Instrumental students in 7-12th grade that will be attending school in person please bring your instrument on rehearsal days.  This information can be found in the ensemble Google Classroom.  Students will receive the classroom code in school.

 

Elementary instrumental students in 5th and 6th grade please leave your instrument at home at this time.  Information about lessons and rehearsals will be received in the next couple of weeks.  

 

All remote instrumental students can hang on to your instrument, you will be playing at home.

 

Safety measures and protocols are in place and we are looking forward to making music with all of you.  Please do not hesitate to contact one of the music teachers if you have any questions.  

 

The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will be reopening under what NYS is calling a “hybrid learning model.”  BG students will  be split into two groups, with Group 1 students attending school on Monday and Tuesday, and Group 2 students attending on Thursday and Friday.. The plan submitted to the NY State Education Department can be viewed HERE. Specific schedule details will be sent out for each student. If you have any questions, please contact Timothy Ryan, Superintendent of Schools at [email protected] or at 607-967-6321.  

 

Click HERE for reopening information!  

 

The Jr-Sr High School will be handing-out Chromebooks for students in grades 7-12, Thursday, April 16 from 11am until 7pm at the MPR entrance. Please have your signed User Agreement to hand-in. If you do not have this document, it can be found under the Technology Department as Digital Device Program and User Agreement. Chromebooks for grades 2-6 will be handed-out next week. Please be on the lookout for a robo-call with this information.

 

Dear Parent/Guardian

While the Bainbridge-Guilford CSD does not have a confirmed case of COVID-19, caused by the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) in our schools, we are aware of concerns in the state about the spread of this relatively new virus. 

The district is closely monitoring this changing situation and following guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), the Chenango County Department of Health and the New York State Education Department.

 

Based on recent reports, COVID-19 is not actively circulating in New York State at this time. If the district becomes aware that a student or staff member is diagnosed with COVID-19, it will immediately notify staff and parents/guardians. If a student or staff member shows respiratory symptoms, we will follow our current practices for handling respiratory illnesses, subject to any additional guidance forthcoming. 

 

The district has infectious disease protocols in place and has been taking steps, such as cleaning and disinfecting throughout its schools, to minimize the spread of viruses and a variety of other illnesses. There are a number of steps that students, staff and community members can take to minimize the spread of all respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, according to the state Department of Health:
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol based hand sanitizer. Heavily soiled hands should be washed. 
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, than throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

 

If you or a family member begin showing symptoms of a respiratory disease and suspect it may be COVID-19, contact your healthcare provider. Before going to your healthcare provider’s office, inform them that a case of COVID-19 is suspected, and follow their advice. 

 

Local health departments will contact school if a suspected or known COVID-19 case emerges. The district is prepared to work with any affected families.

 

In addition, New York has established a Novel Coronavirus Hotline, which can provide additional information. Call 1-888-364-3065 with questions or concerns about travel and symptoms. The district will continue to share information as it becomes available. 

 

Please know that, as always, the health and safety of our students and staff is our highest priority, and we will remain vigilant in our efforts to help prevent the spread of this illness.

 

Sincerely,
Timothy R. Ryan
Superintendent of Schools