February 25, 2021:
Vaccine Tier 3 Activation

This afternoon, Governor Parson announced that all individuals in Missouri’s Phase 1B-Tier 3 group are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine beginning Monday, March 15. This group includes all educational staff, encompassing all 3,600+ NKC Schools employees. We are committed to providing opportunities for each of our employees who elect to receive their vaccine as soon as possible.

Through continued partnership with Truman Medical Center, NKC Schools has a comprehensive plan already in place to host on-site vaccine clinics. Access to a limited supply of vaccine doses continues to be a challenge throughout our region. We are working closely with our health partners to order and reserve an adequate supply of doses to provide for our staff. In the meantime, NKC Schools has ensured all preparations are in place to avoid any delay when supplies become available. We look forward to providing this service to all of our staff members who would like to participate.

February 1, 2021:
COVID-19 Vaccination Reservations for Staff

NKC Schools has continued to collaborate with our local health partners throughout the winter to plan for the safe and efficient distribution of COVID-19 vaccinations to our staff members. Along with wearing masks, social distancing, and frequent hand-washing, we know that vaccines are one of the best measures available to protect against the virus. Many of our NKC Schools staff members received their first doses as those within priority groups approved in January. When Missouri moves to Phase 1B-Tier 3, all school staff will be eligible to receive the vaccine.

Thanks to our ongoing partnership with Truman Medical Center (TMC), NKC Schools will provide vaccinations to all staff who elect to participate. Last month, the district asked all staff members to indicate their interest in receiving a vaccine to develop initial plans for a clinic in our district. While we gauged interest earlier this year, we are now at a point to bring this to fruition. Vaccinations will be provided at specified sites throughout the district in partnership with TMC. This morning, we asked our staff members to begin reserving their COVID-19 vaccination. Once the state approves Phase 1B-Tier 3, we will work with TMC to order supplies. We are excited to provide this opportunity for all NKC Schools staff members who would like this service. Read the full message shared with families today.

January 7, 2021:
Updated Stay-at-Home Guidance

Following updated guidance from the CDC and recommendations from the Clay County Health Department, students and staff who are asked to stay home from school sites should now remain home for 10 days. This is a change from the previous timeframe of 14 days. Students and staff may return after 10 days have passed if they have no symptoms and continue to self-monitor and wear a mask. Families will have the option of following the updated guideline or continuing the full 14-day quarantine. Students will not be penalized as a result of this decision. Students and staff members who were potentially exposed will continue to be contacted directly with more information. If you have questions or would like to have further conversation, please contact your student's school.