Back to School Fall 2020

This page will serve as a central resource for Malvern community members about the opening of campus for the 2020-21 academic year. Protocols and resources pertaining to the safety & wellness of the community can be found here and will be updated frequently in accordance with state and local guidelines.

Protocols & Resources

School Face Covering Policy

Quarantine & Exposure PLan for students Reopening Guidelines

Malvern’s Guide for Parents and Students

Malvern’s Guide for Parents and Students reflects our values and the current federal, state, and local guidelines. It will be updated as more information becomes available. For example, future iterations of this document will include information regarding Middle School Brotherhood Days and Middle School Athletics.

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Click here to view Malvern's Guide for Parents and Students

Inter-Ac Fall Update

The Inter-Ac league has decided not to pursue a fall season at this time but will continue to assess the possibility for the future. However, after careful consideration, Malvern’s administration has approved a plan to resume Upper School fall sports for varsity teams, effective immediately.

Click Here to Read the Fall Athletic Statement from Malvern Prep

Recent School Communications

September 25, 2020

Dear Malvern Prep Community,

The increase from 30% of students on campus to 45% on campus this week has gone well. This is due in large part to the students for their compliance and, more importantly, their spirit of cooperation and appreciation for the changes made to accommodate the protocols, policies, and procedures necessary for a healthy and safe environment.

On Monday, September 28, we will be proceeding with our plan of having 60% of students on campus daily. This increase is possible because positivity rates in the county are still moderate, we have not received any governmental mandates, and our students, faculty, and staff continue to remain compliant with the protocols we have put in place to keep our community safe. Below is the breakdown of the daily student body beginning September 28.

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There will be some logistical updates as we increase the number of students on campus each day.

HOMEBASES AND LUNCH

Upon arriving on campus, all students must check-in to their homebase location. Students will also eat lunch in their homebase location. Dining Services will be delivering a Box Lunch for Students who wish to purchase a lunch each day in all of these locations. Click here to read an important message from Mr. Tom Gray, Director of Dining Services. All Students are encouraged to bring their own lunch if this service is something they are not comfortable with, or if the menu is not to their liking. Click here to view the menu for the week of September 28.

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Again, we plan to bring 100% of students back to campus daily on October 12.

As always, be assured of my prayers for you and your family.

In Augustine,

Fr. Donald Reilly, O.S.A.

Click here to view Malvern Messages

Malvern Message - September 16, 2020

Dear Malvern Parents/Guardians,

Below is our first Malvern Message video update since we have returned to campus. These messages will be delivered regularly in order to keep you informed about our latest thinking and decisions for the 2020-21 academic year.

This Malvern Message edition gives updates on Magnus Health, our student activities, and athletics.

If you have any specific questions or comments, please direct them to message@malvernprep.org.

Thank you.

Malvern Message - July 31, 2020

Dear Malvern Parents/Guardians,

Click here to view our fourth Malvern Message video update. These messages will be delivered regularly during the summer in order to keep you informed about our latest thinking and decisions for the 2020-21 academic year.

This Malvern Message edition answers some questions regarding academics and Brotherhood Days, along with our most recent Safety & Wellness update.

If you have any specific questions or comments, please direct them to message@malvernprep.org.

Thank you.

Malvern Message - July 15, 2020 - Fall 2020 Schedule Information

Below is our third Malvern Message video update. These messages will be delivered regularly during the summer in order to keep you informed about our latest thinking and decisions for the 2020-21 academic year.

This Malvern Message edition focuses on our opening and schedule for the Fall 2020 semester. Students will return to campus beginning August 24, with each class returning one day that week for on-campus orientation of new campus protocols. Following orientation week, the Middle School will be on campus each day. The Upper School will alternate days that they are on campus - only 50% of the Upper School will be on campus at one time. Watch the video to learn more about our fall schedule and what to expect this fall.

Malvern Message - July 1, 2020

Dear Malvern Parents/Guardians,

Below is our second Malvern Message video update. These messages will be delivered regularly during the summer in order to keep you informed about our latest thinking and decisions for the 2020-21 academic year.

If you have any specific questions or comments, please direct them to message@malvernprep.org.

Thank you.

Malvern Message - June 15, 2020

Dear Malvern Parents/Guardians,

Below is our first Malvern Message video update. These messages will be delivered regularly during the summer in order to keep you informed about our latest thinking and decisions for the 2020-21 academic year.

If you have any specific questions or comments, please direct them to message@malvernprep.org.

Thank you.

Campus Store Information

Due to COVID restrictions, we will offer store shopping by appointment only through Sign Up Genius. We are located in the O'Neill Center with appointments available from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. every day that school is in session. Students are welcome to visit the store when they are on campus without an appointment.

Administrative Response Team

The six committees of Malvern's Administrative Response Team (ART) have worked collaboratively throughout the summer to ensure a safe return to campus.

ART is comprised of the below committees:

Employee Relations: Chair: Mrs. Neha Morrison
External Communications & Relationships Team: Chair: Ms. Beth Alfonsi
Finance, Buildings & Grounds Team: Chair: Mr. Ted Caniglia
Student Life & Augustinian Culture Team: Co-Chairs: Mr. Ron Algeo & Fr. Chris Drennen
Teaching & Learning Team: Chair: Mr. Patrick Sillup
Wellness & Safety Team: Co-Chairs: Mrs. Korin Folan & Dr. Dorothy Sayers

If you have a question or concern and are not sure who to contact, please email message@malvernprep.org.