Sophia Academy closed abruptly the evening of March 12 when it was learned that someone at the Esperanza building had contact with an unidentified COVID-19 patient. In discussions with the board, it was decided that the wise, prudent course was to move all classes to online learning until the rapid spread of the corona virus lessens. We announced our closure on Thursday evening, just ahead of Governor Wolf’s closing of all PA schools the next day. What will our students do? As in so many other schools, education will continue: some students have computers at home, while others will have school laptops. Teachers will use Zoom to teach the students together, go over homework, guide their learning. We will miss music and chair caning for a few weeks, but with our ability to meet virtually, other classes won’t miss a beat.
We are committed to doing all we can as a school to “flatten the curve” and help the country weather this virus. We encourage all students and their families to stay home, avoid crowds and, of course, wash their hands!