November 20, 2020
Students, Staff, & Families of the Murray Independent School District,
Due to the November 18, 2020 Executive Order signed by Governor Andy Beshear, elementary schools (grades K-5) will close to in-person classes until December 07, 2020. After December 07, 2020, elementary schools (Grades K-5) will be permitted to resume in-person classes through January 04, 2021, only if they are not in a red zone county and if the school adheres to the Healthy at School Guidance. Middle and high schools (Grades 6-12) will be closed to in-person classes through January 04, 2021. Murray Head Start/Preschool Centers will follow the K-5 guidance established by the governor’s order.
In the upcoming weeks, our respective school campuses will provide information to families and students who may be eligible for Targeted Services.
MISD will continue providing meals for children ages 0-18. Information on times available and locations is available on the district’s website
Per guidance provided by Dr. Jason Glass, Commissioner of the Kentucky Department of Education, the “Executive Order has the force and effect of law.”
Extracurricular activities, including athletics, have been impacted by the executive order. The first date for interscholastic high school competition in indoor winter sports has been moved to Monday, January 04, 2021. Official practice, will be suspended until Monday, December 14, 2020 at which time it is scheduled to resume with a three-week window for practice and preparation. All extracurricular programs will follow the indoor winter sports guidance until further notice.
According to the current approved 2020-2021 Academic Calendar for the Murray Independent School District, all students PS-12 will return on January 11, 2021.
On a regular basis, district personnel with consultation from local health officials will continue to monitor the COVID-19 status of the community and communicate decisions accordingly.
Sincerely,
Coy Samons
MISD Superintendent
Coy D. Samons, Superintendent