South Fork schools are well into their spring semester, and there is plenty of change entering the new term.  The school has adopted new curricula, especially for math.  They are only slightly removed from renovations done to the gym where high school basketball games take place.  Amid the excitement, district administrators along with faculty, staff, students, and families have had to be flexible, with heavy winter weather forcing closures and adjustments. 

Chris Clark is the superintendent of South Fork schools.  He says the schools are using their half-days for fun STEM-related activities.

Early steps on renovating the gym began around ten years ago, before Clark even took up his current role.  He says it has an improved look and better heating and cooling.

Away from the changes, South Fork schools – like other school districts – have had to navigate the winter weather and decide on multiple occasions whether or not to close for the day.  The location of the schools in relation to where students live is different for South Fork compared to many other school districts, so this is a factor when potentially canceling school.

The district may also call for an eLearning day, where students will attend classes remotely.  South Fork schools aim for face-to-face, synchronous learning for at least a part of the day for students. 

More information on South Fork School District 14 is available at www.southforkschools.com.

Chris Clark appeared as a guest on the WTIM Morning Show.