Here's a reminder from Ada schools on how school will operate starting with the new year. This is part of a message posted on the school website on Dec. 18.

Ada students will to return on Monday, Jan. 4, on the same hybrid model we have been using for the last two weeks. 

We plan to operate on that plan for two weeks. There is some concern that holiday gatherings could cause a surge in cases. This plan will allow us to continue to distance students from one another to minimize spread and large numbers of quarantines, should we have cases arise. 

We should have an idea if there is a surge within about 10 days after the holidays (the last being New Year's).

 We will analyze our numbers and consult the health department and make a decision for the week of Jan. 19-22.  Our ultimate goal is get all of our students back five days a week, but also keep our students and staff safe and healthy. 

We will communicate mid-to-late week of Jan. 13-15 about the plan going forward.

 Please understand that we have used all of the information and expertise we have to make this decision, and we have learned that much can happen in a short amount of time during a pandemic. 

This plan is, obviously, subject to change should conditions, numbers, or mandates change.  We will communicate any need to change this plan with you via community updates and text alert as we have throughout this pandemic.