In-Person Learning Pods
To assist families that need safe support for their children during distance learning school days, EPATT is partnering with the Ravenswood City School District (RCSD) and the Riekes Center for Human Enhancement to bring you in-person distance learning pods. Students will work through their virtual school day, including breaks and lunch, supervised by adult staff. Riekes and EPATT will also offer great opportunities for much-needed physical activity and enrichment!
Who is eligible?
If your child attends school in the Ravenswood City School District (RCSD) or if you have participated in EPATT online or EPATT in person, you are eligible to apply to participate in the learning pods. You DO NOT have to be an RCSD student to apply.
Where are the pods located?
For students in RCSD the pods will be on the Ravenswood Middle School campus (2450 Ralmar Ave, East Palo Alto). For all other students the pods will be located at the St. Francis of Assisi Church (1425 Bay Rd, East Palo).
What are the pod hours and locations
The Ravenswood Pod will be located at Cesar Chavez - Ravenswood Middle School Campus (2450 Ralmar Ave. East Palo Alto). It will operate Mon-Fri 8am-3:30pm. (*Only students enrolled in Ravenswood School District can participate in this pod)
The other Pod is located at the St. Francis of Assisi Church (1425 Bay Rd, East Palo). It will operate Mon-Fri 8am-3:30pm. (*This pod is open to non-Ravenswood students)
What will students do?
In addition to access to reliable internet, support during distance learning time, and adult supervision, pods will offer breaks, recess, fitness, tennis*, social time, and enrichment.
*tennis at RCSD site only
How are we keeping kids safe?
Safety is our number one priority for these pods. For that reason:
No Symptoms Requirement
No staff member, child, or parent may exhibit signs of COVID-19, as defined by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) within fourteen (14) days of attending distance learning camps. There are no exceptions to the rule.
Mask Wearing is Required in All Locations
Masks help prevent the spread of COVID-19 by protecting others from possible viral particulates that are airborne. This ensures a safe environment for everyone. All parents, students, and staff are required to wear masks, except when eating or when they are playing outdoors.
No Fevers Requirement
Thermal temperature scans will be conducted on all persons entering the facilities and attending our pods. If a temperature exceeds 100.4 degrees, your child will be turned away and asked to stay home until a self-quarantine period of ten (10) days is over.
Stable Groups of 8-10
EPATT is committed to ensuring that your child stays within stable groups. These stable groups act as temporary “secondary households” to ensure that any exposure to COVID-19 is mitigated. We will commit to utilizing only two instructors in these “groups”.
Equipment & Surface Sterilization
All equipment and surfaces at the learning hubs will be sterilized daily. Gloves will be worn and a disinfectant meeting them minimum requirements as outlined by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) will be applied.
Good Citizen Agreement
All families will sign a good citizen agreement covering their adherence to the safety protocols. Any violation of the agreement will result in the loss of the learning pod privilege.