FAQs

The development of our LearnSBISD was collaborative and wide-ranging and included three phases:

Phase 1 – Explore possibilities

• Senior Staff serves as Steering Committee

• Rapid prototyping of learning models by cross-functional teams of SBISD leaders (sprints)

• Continual refinement after each sprint

• Daily scan of research and regular updates with region and state education and business leaders and organizations 

Phase 2 – Engage stakeholders

• SBISD Council of PTAs

• District Improvement Team

• Title I Parent Advisory Committee

• Family E3 Committee

• Teachers of the Year

• Superintendent Key Communicator Network

Phase 3 – Refine the plan 

• Consider stakeholder feedback to further inform learning models

• Monitor and adjust based on updated guidance

• Provide updates to the Board of Trustees

• Repeat process as appropriate

Yes, the SBISD plan was presented to representatives from several of our medical partners in education for their review, input and suggestions.

SBISD has followed guidance from federal, state, and local health agencies as well as from the Texas Education Agency and the Texas UIL. SBISD's health and safety guidelines meet requirements from these agencies.

Masks/face coverings are required in all communal spaces, which includes the classroom. When at their desks, students should wear their mask/face covering. Teachers may request that students wear a face shield while seated at their desks, instead of the mask, so they can see their faces as they are interacting during instructional time. Students should wear their masks or face coverings when up out of their desks in their classrooms.

If provided with a note from a health care professional, students may opt out of wearing a mask and pursue other safety options.

All students are required to wear a mask. If a student is unable to wear a face mask due to a medical condition, then a note from the child’s physician must be provided to the campus nurse. A student with a confirmed health condition and note from physician would be allowed to wear a face shield, in lieu of  a mask. In addition, a teacher may have students wear face shields while seated at their desk to facilitate communication. However, all students are required to wear a face mask when moving around in the classroom or in other common areas.   

 

Updated August 20, 2020

Yes, masks or face shields will be required to access district transportation.

All masks or face coverings shall be free of any images, words, political slogans, etc. Only SBISD school logos may be on masks or face coverings.

Unless physical distancing (6 ft. apart) can be guaranteed, masks will be worn outdoors.

 

Updated August 20, 2020

If there has been a confirmed case of COVID-19, all parents/guardians of students and staff who were determined to have prolonged, close contact with the affected individual will be notified via letter and/or e-mail.

Positive COVID-19 cases should be reported to the school nurse or department supervisor who will notify the school principal and the school safety officer or department head. The campus administrator and/or school safety officer or department head will notify HR of any employee positive COVID-19 cases.

SBISD will closely monitor any cases and will make a determination as needed on a case-by-case basis. Decisions regarding school closure and lengths of closure will be based on national, state, and local health department guidelines.

The nurses will record and report all COVID-19 cases to the Harris County Department of Health and will notify the Manager of Safety and Risk Management. Campus administration will ensure that suggested health and safety protocols are followed and that appropriate information is shared with the school community.

If a parent were exposed to a confirmed COVID-19 case, it would not necessarily be a reason to quarantine other family members. However, if a parent, or other member of the house has a confirmed case of COVID-19 themselves, we would ask that students in the same household quarantine.

 

Updated August 20, 2020

If one of your children had close contact to a confirmed COVID-19 case at school, he or she would quarantine, but not necessarily his or her brothers and sisters.

 

Updated August 20, 2020

There is not a specific number. SBISD will closely monitor any cases and will make a determination as needed on a case-by-case basis. Decisions regarding school closure and lengths of closure will be based on national, state, and local health department guidelines.

 

Updated August 20, 2020

Currently, we are defining close contact as closer than 6 feet for more than 15 minutes accumulated time. We will notify the parents of all students in that particular classroom. The campus safety officer, school nurse, and teacher will determine which students had close contact and take appropriate actions, which could trigger a 10-day quarantine.

 

Updated August 20, 2020

Currently, return to school is based on a quarantine period and/or release to return to school from a doctor. While it may be a good idea for people to take a follow-up COVID-19 test, we would not necessarily require it if other conditions were met.

 

Updated August 20, 2020

Starting September 8, 2020 all SBISD employees and students will be required to complete a health screener daily BEFORE reporting to work or school. SBISD has introduced an easy-to-use health screener that can be accessed here. The health screener will confirm that any staff member or in-person student is not experiencing any of the following (in a way that is not normal for them):

• Feeling feverish or a measured temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit

• Loss of taste or smell

• Cough

• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath

• Fatigue

• Headache

• Chills

• Sore throat

• Congestion or runny nose

• Shaking or exaggerated shivering

• Significant muscle pain or ache

• Diarrhea

• Nausea or vomiting

 

Updated September 3, 2020

Yes, students will have their temperatures checked on a daily basis.

Students who have an elevated temperature will be referred to the school nurse. The nurse will follow normal District health protocols. Students will be expected to wear their mask or face covering while waiting in the clinic.

Campus staff members with an elevated temperature will be evaluated by the school nurse and sent home pending District health protocols.

 

As always, families should keep their child home if sick such as if their child has a fever or other signs of illness including those of COVID-19.

The LearnSBISD guidelines comply with, and at times exceed, local, state, and national health and safety protocols. While two weeks of quarantine is an extra-safe precaution, it is not a required protocol by medical professionals for the reopening of schools. Furthermore, we acknowledge that not every SBISD family has the resources, schedules, or ability to voluntarily quarantine beyond the necessary or required timelines.

If a student has fever, we would recommend that the parent seek guidance from their healthcare provider or family doctor.

Updated August 20, 2020

Classrooms are cleaned and disinfected at the end of each day with Hospital Grade Disinfectant. Custodial Staff are trained in proper cleaning techniques using District approved chemicals and cleaning supplies. 

Custodians will follow normal standard cleaning procedures which includes the use of Hospital Grade Disinfectants and additional cleaning methods will be utilized based off of the space affected.

Buses will be sprayed with disinfectant at the end of each day. In addition, all buses will be cleaned and disinfected on a weekly basis.

Non-custodial school based staff will be supplied with appropriate cleaning supplies. 

Proper hand hygiene will be taught and encouraged for all of our students and staff members. It is highly recommended that all students and staff wash or sanitize their hands upon entering the building. Hand sanitizer will be provided at the main public entries and in each classroom.

Students will receive age appropriate lessons, based on CDC guidelines, on how and when to wash their hands.

Students and staff are asked to wash their frequently throughout the day, any time they are visibly soiled, before eating, and after using the restroom. When washing is not possible, students and staff are encouraged to use hand sanitizer.

Custodial staff are trained to make regular and scheduled checks of hand washing stations, and hand sanitizer dispensers. In addition, each campus will have an administrator who serves as the campus safety officer who will help monitor health and safety efforts and serve as the contact person for any health and safety concerns that require immediate attention.

Students will be encouraged to practice physical distancing whenever possible and to the extent possible.

Classrooms will be cleared of unnecessary furniture such as reading couches and large book shelves to allow the maximum square footage for student seating. In addition, student desks will be placed in rows and face the same direction. Classrooms with tables will have students seated at opposite ends with a divider in the middle.
 

Students will be required to wear a face covering while using district transportation, since physical distancing is not always possible on the bus. Buses will be sanitized daily and hand sanitizer will be made available to students riding the bus.

Students will stay in class groups and the number of classes and students will be limited on the playground following a staggered schedule. Students will be physically distanced when and where feasible.

Yes, staff will follow TEA guidelines for physical distancing during meetings.

Staff members will be highly encouraged to wear masks or face coverings whenever possible at anytime away from their desk and anytime physical distancing is not possible.

Staff will limit and monitor the number of students in the restroom to accommodate physical distancing protocols. Students will be required to wear masks or face coverings, and practice proper hand sanitation.
 

Schools will stagger or adjust their schedules to allow for physical distancing.
 

Students will wear masks or face coverings during passing periods. When and where practical, hallways will be designated as one way, or have one way lanes marked off.

Yes. Teachers will utilize the same curriculum as in-person instruction. The assignments may look different, but they will cover the same content and skills as on-campus instruction.

Families who selected Distance Learning for the first nine weeks and would like to change to the in-person learning model for the second nine weeks may do so beginning on Sunday, Sept. 20. The window will close on Sunday, Sept. 27 at midnight. Please watch for district communication. The second nine weeks begins on Monday, October 19, 2020.

 

Updated September 3, 2020

Grading guidelines will not be adjusted and will be applied to all instructional settings equally (in-person and distance learning).

No. Parents are encouraged to review the options and make the best choice for each child.

There will be numerous differences based on the feedback of students, parents, and staff. Student schedules will require participation in synchronous (live) and asynchronous (recorded, self-paced) learning sessions each day. Students will follow a daily schedule, attendance will be taken, and students will be expected to engage in schoolwork every school day. Students will be held responsible for academic honesty per the SBISD Student Handbook and SBISD Grading Expectations.

Students and teachers will work remotely; students will continue coursework and follow their daily schedule; teachers deliver remote instruction and will provide both synchronous and asynchronous instruction, replicating the in-person class schedule and following the distance learning protocols.

Please note, in the event circumstances require that in-person instruction is delayed, and all students are required to begin school in a virtual environment, your option will take effect once students are allowed to return to school in person.

No. We will not live-stream classes. There are a few reasons why the District did not pursue this option:

Generally speaking, as a districtwide practice, it is not practical or feasible to live-stream classes across all grades, classrooms and course content. Considerations included copyright implications, technical capabilities at the receiving student location as well as the availability of comparable capabilities. Furthermore, teachers may choose to provide multiple opportunities for collaboration, experiential learning and project based learning in our classrooms – all of which would not transfer well to a live-streamed environment.

No, we will not have perfect attendance recognitions this school year. Students should not attend school in person if they are feeling ill or have any symptoms of COVID-19 or other communicable diseases. Students who stay home from school may access their assignments for the day via itslearning if they are feeling well enough to do so. Distance-learning students who feel well enough to log-in and participate in their classes from home are encouraged to do so.

Updated: August 17, 2020

There will be no exam exemptions for the fall 2020 semester. All secondary students will take semester exams. Students should not attend school in person if they are feeling ill or have any symptoms of COVID-19 or other communicable diseases. A decision for second semester will be made mid-fall 2020. Please be advised that distance learning students may be required to take an exam in-person at a scheduled time at the school or a district facility.

Updated: August 17, 2020

The breakdown of in-person versus distance learning choice by school can be viewed here.

 

Students will follow the established campus schedule. There will be a mix of synchronous and asynchronous instruction. Attendance will be taken daily and engagement is required daily.

Yes. Itslearning is the district's learning management system. There are supplemental software components that are used for specific individual courses.

The primary learning tools will be ItsLearning, Google Suite, and Zoom.

Students who require support and interventions will continue to receive services in the online environment.

Bendwood teachers are prepared to deliver online instruction for students who particiapte in the distance learning program. Specific scheduling information will be provided to each student who qualifies.

On instructional days through the distance learning model, families will be able to pick up meals for their student(s).

There has been no change to the dress code. If their campus requires uniforms, students should report to school in uniform both in-person and online.

Yes, there will be an opportunity to adjust learning model at the nine-week grading period. There will be communication around week 6 or 7 of the grading period so that we know if any students will be making a change.

Yes, class assignments are based on the family choice. When students return to in-person learning it can be anticipated that the teachers will change. This greatly depends on the grade level of your child and how many students are online or in-person.

Each campus principal is sending device deployment dates for their campus. Please watch for updates from them on when to pick up a device at the school.

Basic supplies like notebook paper and pens/pencils as well as a set of headphones are recommended.

Distance learning students will be able to participate in before and after school extra-curricular activities.

Sample schedules are found below. However, exact timing will vary from campus to campus.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

To honor the learning process, students will want to dress in school appropriate clothing during all Zoom lessons.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Tuition will remain the same as during our in-person learning model, $595.00 per month for nine months.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Tuition will remain the same.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Independent reading time will allow four-year-old children to practice emergent reading skills such as book and print awareness and demonstrate new understanding about concepts of print. Initially, we will be watching for the development of book handling skills (finds front of book, top of page, knows how to turn the page) this will advance to greater knowledge about print (locates pictures and words, finds familiar word/letters). During independent reading, students will use pictures to tell the story. As they become more advanced, students will begin to pay attention to the print and will read leveled text with limited words, often using pictures to support comprehension. These are all examples of developmentally appropriate “reading” at this age. Students need many hours of practice with books as they begin to read.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

If your child receives speech services, he/she will continue to receive his speech therapy through Distance Learning. Your child’s speech therapist will be contacting you to schedule times.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Parent and family support resources are available on the SBISD website: https://www.springbranchisd.com/learn-sbisd/family-supports

 

Updated August 18, 2020

School supply lists can be found on your campus webpage.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

School supplies for distance learning will be like those on your individual campus’s school supply list.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Yes, you can expect to get books from your campus.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Yes, our software will work on Chrome Books or iPads.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

We are very much aware of the need to be cautious about the time young children spend on a computer screen. For this reason, we have broken our lessons into short 5-20-minute sessions where teachers will interact with students through a Zoom meeting. We also have adaptive software programs that the students my use asynchronously for reading and math. Additionally, we have included healthy doses of creative plan and physical movement to meet the needs of our youngest learners.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Sample schedules are found below. However, exact timing will vary from campus to campus.

Updated August 18, 2020

Yes. Teachers have received and are continuing to receive training and support on the use of the tools, as well as how to design online learning experiences for students. The trainings and support are grade and age specific.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Campuses will follow standard procedures for covering a teacher’s daily schedule with a substitute teacher.  Substitute teachers will complete a newly designed professional development series to support them with digital tools.  Campuses will train each substitute teacher in campus-specific details related to online and in-person learning models. 

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Class size will mirror the same as in-person; there will be more time spent in small groups.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Yes, teachers are planning their large group and small group times. Each parent will receive a schedule from their teacher of record. 

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Yes - principals are currently working on their classroom assignments based on who has requested in-person and online for the first nine weeks.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Please contact your school principal or the Campus Tech Representative for questions about hotspots. You can also call the Technology Help Desk at (713) 251-8324.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

The online school day will mirror the in-person school day. Siblings in other grade levels will most likely have variations in the daily schedule much like they would during in-person learning. 

 

Updated August 18, 2020

There will be a combination. Teacher teams will be assembling supply kits/materials that will need to be picked up at various times.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

For PK and Elementary school, attendance will be taken during whole group and small group times. There are many ways that a student can show engagement with the day’s lessons. 

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Itslearning is the district's learning management system. There are supplemental software components that are used for specific individual courses.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

SPIRAL services will be provided online.  SPIRAL teachers will be assigned to schools/groups and will coordinate schedules with the student’s home school.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

The first person to reach out to is the classroom teacher. Counselors and System of Care team is also available to provide student-specific supports (academic, social, emotional, and behavioral).

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Speech teachers are building their schedules and will reach out to you no later than the week of Aug 17. They need time to review which students will be in-person and online. In-class support teachers will assisting the regular education teacher, holding small groups, and scheduling student conferences. 

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Yes - there will be ways to monitor student progress/engagement and provide parents with updates. Additionally, teachers are taking grades and progress will be reported to parents following our standard grade reporting calendar.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Yes - the time changes remain in effect and each school website reflects the middle school schedules.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Each school will communicate this information.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Attendance will taken during every class period.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Counselor contact information is located on each campus website. A list of campus websites can be found at: www.springbranchisd.com/schools/middle-schools

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Any wired or mobile device with Internet or Wi-Fi may be used. ItsLearning and other instructional resources are web-based, are accessed through a web browser, and do not require additional apps to be downloaded or installed. The first time a student joins a Zoom meeting they may be prompted to download and install the Zoom app.

SBISD Technology Services has recommended the following specifications for your student to have a successful virtual learning experience:

Apple Products: iOS 11+ or the latest OS on any Apple computer

PC Products: Windows 10 and Google Chrome Web Browser

 

Updated August 18, 2020

A pair of headphones or ear buds would be helpful; schools will provide devices.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Please contact your school principal or the Campus Tech Representative for questions about hotspots. You can also call the Technology Help Desk at (713) 251-8324.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

All teachers will be using ItsLearning as the primary "hub" for learning. The district follows a strict software approval process and works with approved vendors to ensure that additional digital resources are integrated into ItsLearning to reduce the number of additional logins.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Teachers will maintain course documents, assignments, and due date on their ItsLearning page. Each student’s schedule is connected to each teacher’s ITSL page. If a student loses connectivity or misses part of a lesson, they are to email their teacher when the regain access and locate assignments on the class page.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Yes - the parent view of ITSL is called "parent portal." Your school will send details and how to create your account.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Parent Portal is active for all middle school campuses and you may login. Course content from teachers may not be visible until the first day of class, but you can test your ability to login and access Parent Portal.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

The Parent Portal can only be accessed via the website URL. The phone app only allows access to the student view of ItsLearning.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

ITSL integrates into Google Docs, so in most cases, students can open a word document, answer questions and send back to the teacher.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Yes, small group lessons will be held via Zoom and the teacher will provide the Zoom link. Zoom has several features that allow for small groups and the functions used is primarily determined by the teacher and department. The Technology Help Desk at (713) 251-8324 can help you navigate Zoom.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Each content area does have specific software programs that they can incorporate. Zoom and ITSL are the two main tools.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Science Fusion, Discovery Education, and Stemscopes. All of these are directly linked in ItsLearning.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Clever is a website that allows the district to set up single-sign on for digital resources that do not integrate with ItsLearning. Students access Clever through a link within the ItsLearning platform and when they click on links to resources in Clever they will not need to re-enter their login information.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

We will have virtual labs for students. Teachers are also recoding video demonstrations.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Synchronous and asynchronous activities will be provided by our middle school coaches, such as guided workouts and character development opportunities.

 

Updated August 18, 2020

Teachers will be expected to maintain course documents in ITSL so that instruction can pivot quickly to a remote learning plan if needed.

Yes. Students will have a full schedule of classes. Students completed the course request process in the spring. Students will follow the home-zoned school schedule.

Yes. When students return to in-person learning it can be anticipated that the teachers will change.

To start the year, based on health and safety guidelines, students will not be transported to Bendwood. Services will be provided at each elementary campus thorugh either an online class or a Bendwood teacher may travel to individual schools to provide services. Specific scheduling information will be provided to each student who qualifies.

An in-person student who needs to stay home for a few days will remain connected to the teachers of record and the same class schedule. As long as a student is able, he/she can log in and complete classwork assigned, with video conference support as needed. Each middle school and high school will maintain a tutorial schedule so a student can seek help in that time frame as well. An in-person student who needs to self-monitor at home can be counted as "remote present" for each day the students is able to engage in classwork and submit class assignments.

Families may choose to use a district-provided student device for their secondary student attending school either in-person or participating in distance learning. Use of a district issued student device is subject to parent permission as well as adherence to the district’s Code of Conduct and Acceptable Use Policy. The Student Device Loaner agreement and other related forms will be provided as part of the campus back-to-school communications. District issued student devices will be collected at the end of the 2020-2021 school year or upon withdrawal from school.

In order to receive a district device families may purchase the $25 Optional Technology Coverage to limit costs related to accidental damage or loss of device. Families that do not purchase the Optional Technology Coverage agree to assume financial responsibility for any and all costs to repair, replace, or otherwise restore the student device to acceptable condition. As an alternative and as in prior years, students may bring their own device (BYOD) that meet the district's minimum standards.
 

 

Students that opt-in to the district's full-time distance learning program, or in the case of an unanticipated campus closure, may borrow a district issued student device. Use of a district issued student device is subject to parent permission as well as adherence to the district’s Code of Conduct and Acceptable Use Policy. The Student Device Loaner agreement and other related forms will be provided as part of the campus back-to-school communications. District issued student devices will be collected at the end of the 2020-2021 school year or upon withdrawal from school.

In order to receive a district device families may purchase the $25 Optional Technology Coverage to limit costs related to accidental damage or loss of device. Families that do not purchase the Optional Technology Coverage agree to assume financial responsibility for any and all costs to repair, replace, or otherwise restore the student device to acceptable condition. 

The SBISD Technology Services Help Desk provides after hours support available evenings and weekends with limited service on district holidays. After Hours support is available on weekdays from 5pm – 10pm each night and during Weekends from 9 am – 10 pm. Typical after Hours Support can provide assistance with issues pertaining to approved, districtwide software as well as network passwords. The after hours phone number is the same as regular hours: 713-251-TECH (8324).

At the secondary level, devices may be provided irrespective of the learning model. At the elementary level, families will need to work directly with their campus for a student device. The district offers a number of methods to access the district's network. For example, families may access the district's WiFi from any Pre-K or secondary school property. Additionally, WiFi enabled buses will be placed at various locations throughout the district for walk-up or drive-up connectivity. The district provides a limited number of loaner hot spots to campuses on a first come, first serve basis. Use of a district issued hot spot is subject to parent permission as well as adherence to the district’s Code of Conduct and Acceptable Use Policy. Families should contact their campus to borrow a hot spot. Last, many internet providers offer discounted internet services. For more information: List of Discounted Internet Service Providers.

Bus routes and schedules will operate in a traditional manner to meet current school schedules.

The District will continue to provide transportation services to all students.

Bus seating capacity will not be adjusted; however, face masks or face shields will be required to access a bus and each bus will have a hand sanitizer located at the bus entry. 

Yes, masks or face shields will be required to access District transportation. Bus drivers and students will be required to wear a face covering while using district transportation.

Yes, hand sanitizers will be placed on each bus and located near the bus entry.

Buses will be sprayed with disinfectant at the end of each day. In addition, all buses will be cleaned and disinfected on a weekly basis.

Families are encouraged to sit together, but it is not required.

Transportation will be provided for students not attending the campus that they are zoned to, including WAIS and Cornerstone. 

Students who enroll in the Distance Learning model will be allowed to participate in athletic activities before or after school, depending on the schedule of the sports program of which they are a part; they will not be enrolled in the athletic period during the day at school.

Students who play team sports (football, volleyball, basketball, soccer, softball, baseball) and are not enrolled in the athletic period will miss the opportunity to be coached by their coach during the pre-season and/or off-season. Currently, the University Interscholastic League (UIL), the governing body of all public school student activities, does not allow coaches to coach their student-athletes in team sports before or after school in sport specific drills until the official first day of practice once school begins, which is typically a couple of weeks prior to the start of the season. For the 2020-2021 school year only, students may participate in a maximum of 60 minutes per day of strength and conditioning activities outside the school day.

Yes. On July 21, 2020, the UIL released a modified schedule and updated COVID-19 risk mitigation guidelines to take effect August 1, 2020. SBISD Athletics will work with the Cypress-Fairbanks ISD Athletic Department to modify the approved 17-AAAAAA schedules and gain DEC approval so these can be released to the public shortly. 

Yes, students who enroll in the Distance Learning model will be allowed to participate in cheerleading activities before or after school. They will remain a distance learning participant during the class associated with that activity.

On July 21, 2020, the UIL released a modified schedule and updated COVID-19 risk mitigation guidelines to take effect August 1, 2020. Although Cheer is under UIL, it does not have a scheduled start and end date. SBISD Cheer will work in coordination with the District Athletics Department and Fine Arts Department to follow the same start date of practice.

Yes, students who elect the Distance Learning model will be allowed to participate in fine arts activities before or after school. However, they will remain as a distance learning participant during the class associated with that activity.

On July 21, 2020, the UIL released a modified schedule and updated COVID-19 risk mitigation guidelines to take effect August 1, 2020. These changes will impact Marching Band and Drill Team programs. SBISD Fine Arts will work in coordination with the SBISD Athletics Department, as well as our Region 27 partners in Cypress-Fairbanks ISD in order to establish a new set of dates for performances, as well as region and area marching competitions.

What is the capacity of Darrell Tully Stadium due to COVID-19 Guidelines?

• Darrell Tully Stadium seating capacity due to COVID-19 guidelines:

  • Home side can accommodate 850 people.

  • Visitor side can accommodate 850 people.

• All spectator seating will be located on the upper level of the stadium on both sides. Seating capacity will not exceed 850 spectators on each side.

• SBISD Athletics has the right to limit total number of tickets and passes allowed for each game.  

What is the 2020 Varsity Football Ticket Purchase and Passes Procedure?

Each varsity football player, student-trainer, band, cheer and drill team member may purchase two online presale tickets during the designated timeframe each week. Click here to view the process chart.

• Presale Tickets will be sold online on a week-to-week basis in the following order:

  • Sunday/Monday/Tuesday – Parents of athletes, student-trainers, band, cheer, and drill team (link will be available Sunday at 12:00 noon and will close on Tuesday at 11:00pm).

    • Presale Tickets – Adults $5, Students $3

  • Wednesday – Remaining presale online tickets will be available for Students and General Admission beginning at 12 noon. 

  • Game Day - Discounted price until three hours prior to kickoff. Any unsold tickets may be purchased one hour before game time only at the designated ticket booth below.

    • Adults and Students $7 (cash only)

    • Home Team – Southwest Ticket Booth

    • Visiting Team – Southeast Ticket Booth

Student seating will be limited to the number of tickets allowed to be sold for each game.  

• There will be no passes accepted during the 2020 season.

• No ticket refunds will be given. No Re-Entry is allowed.

• Participation in interscholastic athletics, whether as a participant or a spectator, is considered a privilege and not a right. Parents and spectators will be removed from the premises and prohibited from attending future contests should they exhibit any objectionable behaviors and/or fail to comply with all SBISD, UIL and TEA COVID-19 guidelines. 

What Health and Safety Protocols will be in Place for Football Games?

The following procedures related to SBISD football, based on the public health situation as we understand it today, applies to the 2020 season. These procedures are effective immediately. Changes to the public health situation in the coming months may necessitate changes to these procedures. 

• All UIL, TEA and SBISD COVID-19 guidelines, policies, and procedures will be followed to ensure the health, safety and well-being of our students, staff and families.

• All SBISD employees, game officials and staff, contract workers, spectators, parents, visitors, students and children three years of age or older must wear face masks or face coverings appropriately over the mouth and nose in alignment with the LearnSBISD Plan before entry to an area where UIL activities are being conducted and when not actively practicing or playing in a contest.

• All spectators must wear face coverings before entering the stadium and must continue wear them at all times while in Tully Stadium except when drinking or eating. 

• Each individual will be verbally screened (via questioning) for signs or symptoms of COVID-19 prior to entering the facility. School participants will be screened by their coach or director prior to arrival at the stadium.           

• Spectators must follow all social distancing guidelines at all times and may not sit in areas marked off with RED tape.

• There will be no in-person singing of the national anthem.

What are the rules for Victory and Spirit Lines? 

• Only drill team, band students, or cheerleaders, in uniform, may form victory lines on the playing field. They must maintain 6 feet of separation for social distancing purposes. 

• Adult spirit lines will be allowed with limited numbers to maintain proper social distancing. All participants must wear face coverings.

What are the rules about Run-Throughs and Blow Ups?

• Run-throughs and blow up personnel will be allowed on a limited basis with prior approval from SBISD Athletics.

What are the rules for Cheerleaders?

• Only varsity cheerleaders will be allowed and will be limited to 10-15 for each contest.

• Mascot statues will not be allowed on the sidelines.

What are the rules for Band and Drill Team Members?

• Band and drill team sections (188 for band members and 59 drill team members’ seats/247 aggregate) in the stadium are marked by the appropriate signage and will be in the lower portion of the stadium. 

• SBISD Athletics will work with the Fine Arts Directors and HS Principal on how the seats in the lower sections of Tully will be assigned if adjustments are needed to the band and drill team seating capacities within the 247 aggregate.

• Band and drill team members must maintain six feet of social distancing and may not sit in areas marked with red tape.

• Halftime props will not be allowed.

What about Student and Booster Club photographers?

• 1 Booster Club and 1 Student Photographer pass will be issued per school. These photographers will be limited to the endzone and may not pass through the team box to get to the other end of the field during the game. These two photographers will be allowed to change ends at the conclusion of the first half.

• 1 Band, 1 Drill Team and 1 Cheerleading Photographer pass will be issued to each school for access to the field at half-time only.  

• Students affiliated with the school newspaper, yearbook and other school recognized student media representatives may be located in the lower section of Tully if Fine Arts numbers allow. SBISD Athletics will work with the Fine Arts Director, HS principals and Journalism teachers to determine this for each school.

Can Booster Clubs sell spirit items?

• Booster clubs wishing to sell spirit items will be allowed into the stadium to set up 1.5 hours prior to kickoff. Groups will enter either at the Northeast or Northwest gates. Anyone entering the stadium early must be on an approved list from the school they represent. 

What about Special Event Nights?

No special event nights will be held this year. (examples: middle school bands, mini cheerleaders)

Please refer to 2020 Policies and General Information Regarding Football Games at Tully Stadium Revised for Covid-19 for additional rules and restrictions. 

 

What is the 2020 Sub-Varsity Football Ticket Purchase and Passes Procedure? 

• SBISD Coaches will give each sub-varsity football player two (2) passes for their parents or guardian that will be used throughout the season.

• Each pass entitles the cardholder to purchase one (1) single game ticket in SBISD – Adults $3, Students $1.

• Lost or stolen passes will not be replaced and are subject to confiscation if misused.

What is required for fans to be allowed entry to a Sub-Varsity Football game?

• Due to limited seating, fans will not be allowed to purchase a ticket for entry for any game without the correct pass.  

  • Other passes will not be accepted this year for sub-varsity football, such as: Coaches’ Association Passes, Faculty ID Badge, Senior Citizen Passes or any pass used in the past.

• Passes are valid only for the contest involving the school of issue, valid only for the contest involving the sport issued, and valid only at SBISD venues unless an opponent agrees to honor the SBISD pass. 

• Participation in interscholastic athletics, whether as a participant or spectator, is considered a privilege and not a right. Parents and spectators will be removed from the premises and prohibited from attending future should they exhibit objectionable behaviors and/or fail to comply with all SBISD, UIL and TEA COVID-19 guidelines. 

What Health and Safety Protocols will be in Place for Football Games?

The following procedures related to SBISD football, based on the public health situation as we understand it today, applies to the 2020 season. These procedures are effective immediately. Changes to the public health situation in the coming months may necessitate changes to these procedures. 

• All UIL, TEA and SBISD COVID-19 guidelines, policies, and procedures will be followed to ensure the health, safety and well-being of our students, staff and families.

• All employees, parents, visitors, students, and children three years of age or older must wear face masks or face coverings in alignment with the LearnSBISD Plan upon entry to an area where UIL activities are being conducted and when not actively practicing or playing in a contest.

• We may need to clear the bleachers between games depending on the venue. We encourage parents and players to exit immediately after their game.

What is the 2020 Volleyball Ticket Purchase and Passes Procedure?  

• SBISD Coaches will give each volleyball player two (2) passes for their parents or guardian that will be used throughout the season.

• Each pass entitles the cardholder to purchase one (1) single game ticket in SBISD – Adults $3, Students $1.

• Passes are valid only for the contest involving the school of issue, valid only for the contest involving the sport issued, and valid only at SBISD venues unless an opponent agrees to honor the SBISD pass.  The JV/Varsity pass cannot be used to purchase a ticket to enter the 9A/9B school gym, and the 9A/9B pass cannot be used to purchase a ticket to enter the JV/Varsity school gym.

• Lost or stolen passes will not be replaced and are subject to confiscation if misused.

What is required for fans to be allowed entry to a Volleyball match?

• Due to limited seating, fans will not be allowed to purchase a ticket for any match without the correct pass except for JV/Varsity matches at Don Coleman Coliseum.  

• Other passes will not be accepted this year for volleyball, such as: Coaches’ Association Passes, Faculty ID Badges, Senior Citizen Passes or any pass used in the past.

• Passes are valid only for the contest involving the school of issue, valid only for the contest involving the sport issued, and valid only at SBISD venues unless an opponent agrees to honor the SBISD pass.

  • The JV/Varsity pass cannot be used to enter the 9A/9B school gym, and the 9A/9B pass cannot be used to enter the JV/Varsity school gym.

  • Ticket purchases for JV/Varsity matches that occur at Don Coleman Coliseum will be on a first-come, first-serve basis up to 1,000 tickets unless otherwise specified.

  • SBISD Athletics reserves the right to amend the ticket purchasing policy for rival matches at DCC to ensure that participants’ families have access to tickets first.

What Health and Safety Protocols will be in Place for Volleyball Matches?

The following procedures related to SBISD volleyball, based on the public health situation as we understand it today, applies to the 2020 season. These procedures are effective immediately. Changes to the public health situation in the coming months may necessitate changes to these procedures. 

• All UIL, TEA and SBISD COVID-19 guidelines, policies, and procedures will be followed to ensure the health, safety and well-being of our students, staff and families.

• All employees, parents, visitors and students three years of age or older must wear face coverings or face shields upon entry to an area where SBISD UIL activities are being conducted and when not actively practicing or playing in a contest.

• We will not need to clear the bleachers between matches. However, we encourage parents and players to exit immediately after their match.

• Participation in interscholastic athletics, whether as a participant or a spectator, is considered a privilege and not a right. Parents and spectators will be removed from the premises and prohibited from attending future contests should they exhibit objectionable behaviors and/or fail to comply with all SBISD, UIL and TEA COVID-19 guidelines. 

Where will 2020 SBISD Volleyball matches be played? 

View schedule here: https://www.springbranchisd.com/about/departments/talent-operations/athletics/schedules-brackets

 

All District facilities will be closed to nonessential visitors, parents, volunteers, and activities involving external groups or organizations for the first semester. Essential meetings will be conducted through virtual appointments or limited face-to-face visits.

Mentoring will not take place in person for the fall semester. Contact the mentor office at mentor@springbranchisd.com for more information.

No volunteers will be allowed in SBISD facilities for the first semester.

Yes, as long as efforts adhere to the LearnSBISD Safety and Security protocols. While no in-person visitors or food deliveries will be allowed on campuses, there are many ways to express your appreciation and support virtually! Consider virtual thank you cards, e-gift cards, etc.

No volunteers will be allowed in SBISD facilities for the first semester.