Applications Open For Learning Model Switches At Andover Schools

ANDOVER, MA — Andover families that want to switch learning models can submit applications this week, the district said.

The district is using a hybrid learning model, with a remote academy option. Currently, the entire high school is remote, due to recent positive tests. The school is expected to reopen for in-person learning on Nov. 30.

Parents of K-5 and High School students can submit requests using the district’s hybrid/remote parent request form, through Friday. Middle School students can request switches beginning Monday, and preschool families can request switches beginning Dec. 4.

Each parent request will be reviewed individually with regard to student needs, distancing and space limitations, transportation availability, staffing and schedules.

Students that switch models will end up with different teachers and classes and possibly different school assignments. A wait list will be created for students that are not permitted to switch.

As of Friday, the district had 26 active coronavirus cases: nine at the high school, one at High Plain, six at Sanborn, one at Shawsheen Preschool, five at West Middle School and four among remote academy and out of district students.

Christopher Huffaker can be reached at 412-265-8353 or chris.huffaker@patch.com.