Frequently Asked Questions: answers about the new school year

Monroe One BOCES is continuously updating the FAQ section of the Reopening Plan to give families the most up-to-date information as we get closer to the new school year.

Hear from school leaders on school reopening plans

The virtual Parent Forums are now available online for families to access.

Learning plans for the upcoming school year

The New York State Department of Health requires districts to have plans in place for three instruction models: in-person, remote and hybrid

COVID-19 screening process for the new school year

Daily health screening of students, faculty, staff and, where applicable, contractors, vendors, and visitors will be performed to identify any individuals who may have COVID-19 symptoms or who may have been exposed to the COVID-19 virus.

Monroe County Superintendents Stand in Solidarity Against Racism

View this joint statement from the Monroe County Council of School Superintendents.

COVID-19 contract tracing and testing guidelines

Monroe One BOCES will continue to update this information based on guidelines from state and local officials.

Monroe One submits reopening plans, awaiting NYSED approval

Monroe One BOCES has submitted plans for the three reopening scenarios as required by the New York State Education Department. Those details are now available for students and staff to review online.

Reminder: facilities remain closed to outside groups

Monroe One BOCES continues to work with state and local health officials in combating the spread of COVID-19. At this time, and until further notice, all facilities are closed to outside groups.

Celebrating our seniors: cosmetology student volunteers to decorate EMCC

Congratulations to our Monroe One seniors!

View video link.

Monroe One BOCES COVID-19 Grading & Reporting Plan for Quarter 3 and Quarter 4

MOF teachers give back to help other Monroe One staff members

Multi-Occupational/FOCUS (MOF) teachers are giving back in remarkable ways to help other Monroe One BOCES staff members. Consumer and Family Sciences Teacher Nancy Beutel, Associate Teacher Vatsana Vongsanith and 21st Century Technology Exploration Instructor Don Shufelt are making and donating face masks and ear savers for maintenance staff at Monroe One.

Monroe One BOCES nurses volunteer to assist during COVID-19 pandemic

Several Monroe One BOCES nurses have answered the call from local health care organizations to assist during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Staff information - Employee Rights: Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)

Free meditation and mindfulness content through Headspace

The Office of New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo has coordinated with Headspace, a website and app that offers...

Staff information: accessing WinCap and your direct deposit

Childcare information

It may be a challenge to find child care due to COVID-19 related program closures, parents and caretakers are encouraged to take this OCFS survey to find support.

YMCA and schools partner for emergency school and 0-4 age child care

The YMCA of Greater Rochester is working with the Monroe County School Superintendents to provide emergency child care

STAFF INFORMATION: telemedicine visits now covered

Monroe One BOCES received an update from Excellus BCBS noting all telemedicine visits related to COVID-19 will now be covered in full.

Talking to your kids about COVID-19

Staying healthy during the COVID-19 outbreak is a top priority, which includes tending to the mental well-being of you and your children.