Families of 2^nd season athletes,

We are excited to announce that the EVC has decided to continue with 2^nd season sports, beginning with practices starting on Tuesday, January 19^th and the first game/meet on Thursday, January 21^st. Updated schedules are on the teams’ individual websites. The EVC has also decided to stay consistent with AIA and our CUSD high schools so we will be adhering to the following mitigation strategies:

• Masks must be worn 100% of the time by coaches, athletes, game workers, and spectators. The mask must completely cover the nose and mouth. Gaiters are acceptable. No face shields will be allowed
• Spectators(2 parents/guardian per athlete) for all sports are limited to parents or legal guardians of HOME athletes only. No siblings will be allowed. Payne staff will be checking in spectators as they enter the gym or the field. Please have your ID ready.
• We will continue to use a monitoring form for symptoms and close contact. If any athlete is experiencing any symptoms or has been in close contact with a covid-positive individual, please do not attend practice or games.
• If any athlete does experience symptoms or has been in close contact with a covid-positive individual, you will need to fill out the attached C-2 form to return.

We truly appreciate all of the support we have received from our Payne families as well as your commitment to helping us provide a positive experience for our student athletes.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to me with any questions or concerns.

Thanks,

Michael Schultz

Dean of Students/Athletic Director

Payne Junior High School