OMAHA, Nebraska - Elkhorn Public Schools will remain closed. The district sent out this notice to parents Tuesday:
EPS Families:
In continuing our commitment to protect the health and safety of our students, staff and community, Elkhorn Public Schools will extend our current closure effective immediately per the Nebraska Department of Education. At this time, we do not have a tentative return date but we will continue to work with state and local officials to evaluate the community's situation every two weeks to determine next steps. We will continue to monitor and communicate with public health officials to determine when it is safe for students and staff to return.
As we mentioned in a previous communication to our families, EPS is committed to continuing learning experiences for our students during this closure. An email is forthcoming later today from your principal with next steps.
As a reminder, the effectiveness of an extended school closure as a public health strategy to prevent the spread is predicated on limiting contact with others and following social distancing guidelines when travel is essential. We ask staff, families and community members follow the guidance of the CDC and Douglas County Health Department to limit exposure to others to best assist in stopping the spread in our community.
Thank you for your continued patience and support.