AS THE WORKFORCE CAPITAL, AUTRY TECH’S MOST VALUABLE ASSET IS HANDS-ON TRAINING, AND ALTHOUGH THIS DELIVERY METHOD MAY BECOME UNAVAILABLE, OUR GOAL IS TO PROVIDE LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS IN SUCH A MANNER THAT WILL CONTINUE TO PROVIDE A PRODUCTIVE AND PREPARED WORKFORCE FOR EMPLOYERS.
As the situation continues to evolve, students and parents/guardians will be notified as our status changes. Please review the documents below to find information on our current measures in place during the COVID-19 health pandemic.
ADAPTABLE HEALTH PANDEMIC RESPONSE PLAN
Autry Technology Center is corresponding with the decision-making model recommended by the Oklahoma State Department of Health.
Please note the Oklahoma State Department of Education criteria for the color-coded levels for Orange 1, Orange 2 and Red differs from the Oklahoma State Health Department criteria. Autry Tech’s Status Guidelines including instructional modes, learning environments, and prevention measures incorporate recommendations from the Oklahoma State Department Education’s School Safety Protocols.
Each Friday, Autry Tech will align our Adaptable Health Pandemic Response Plan with the Oklahoma State Department of Health’s COVID-19 Alert System, designed to assess risk for exposure in countries across the state utilizing a four-tiered risk measurement tool with corresponding color categories. 
ON CAMPUS PREVENTION MEASURES
In accordance with state and local guidelines, and direction from appropriate Oklahoma state agencies, Autry Technology Center locations began Reopening Phase 4 on Monday, July 13, 2020.
ADMITTANCE CHECKLIST
Per CDC recommendations, individuals showing symptoms or those who have been in close contact with someone with symptoms are advised to stay home.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call 580.242.2750 to communicate with Janet Strate or Jeff Huffman, Directors of Full-Time Programs.
IN RESPONSE TO THIS PANDEMIC, OUR ROLE AT AUTRY TECHNOLOGY CENTER IS TO SERVE AS A
RESOURCE TO OUR BUSINESS PARTNERS DURING THIS COVID-19 CRISIS.
Although Autry Tech is not affiliated with the Small Business Administration, our goal continues to be to support our community businesses by providing resources and assistance. Autry Tech has partnered with Enid Regional Development Alliance, the Greater Enid Chamber of Commerce and REI Oklahoma, which allows our teams to expand our expertise and better serve your business during this difficult time.
Below you will find a list of resources and information. We will continue to add additional resources as they are made available in the future.
ENID REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCE
HUB INTERNATIONAL - SAFETY, RISK SERVICES & INSURANCE BROKER
OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
OKLAHOMA UNEMPLOYMENT
PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY
U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
WORKPLACE SAFETY
WAGES, HOURS & LEAVE
- Department of Labor Homepage
- COVID-19 and the Fair Labor Standards Act: Questions and Answers
- COVID-19 and the Family and Medical Leave Act: Questions and Answers
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employer Paid Leave Requirements
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employee Paid Leave Rights
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Questions and Answers
- FCCRA – Employer Paid Leave
Please don’t hesitate to contact our team by clicking below or call us directly at 580.242.2750.
AT AUTRY TECHNOLOGY CENTER, THE HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELL-BEING OF OUR STUDENTS AND STAFF ARE OUR TOP PRIORITIES.
We will continue to provide updates as the COVID-19 situation continues to unfold. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and patience as decisions regarding this matter are made. The situation is being monitored and employees, students and parents/guardians will be notified via email as soon as any decisions occur. Should you have questions or individual concerns, please contact the Autry Technology Center at 580-242-2750.
UPDATES FOR THE AUTRY TECH COMMUNITY
COVID-19/Coronavirus Updates
November 11, 2020
Reminder: Adaptable Health Pandemic Response Plan
Oklahoma State Department of Health is five days into its upcoming weekly risk map for COVID-19, and Garfield County has seen an average daily COVID-19 case count of 65.2, based on OSDH data.
We would like to take this opportunity to remind the Autry Tech community of protocols in our Adaptable Health Pandemic Response Plan.
- Red – more than 14.29 daily new cases per 100,000 population & Region 1 COVID-19 patients represent 40% or more of staffed beds (Acute Care OSDH licensed facilities)
- Orange – more than 14.29 daily new cases per 100,000 population
- Yellow – between 1.43 and 14.29 daily new cases per 100,000 population
- Green – less than 1.43 daily new cases per 100,000 population
Autry Technology Center is corresponding with the decision-making model recommended by the Oklahoma State Department of Health, as well as recommendations from the Oklahoma State Department of Education to determine appropriate safety protocols for the 2020-2021 school year. Please note the Oklahoma State Department of Education criteria for the color-coded levels for Orange 1, Orange 2 and Red differs from the health department criteria.
If Autry Tech is operating in a status that includes an in-person instructional mode (blue, green, yellow and orange), all full-time high school students are expected to attend programs at Autry Tech regardless of the status of their respective partner school. Partner schools will provide transportation if needed. Should you receive quarantine instructions from your partner school, please communicate with Janet Strate or Jeff Huffman, Directors of Full-Time Programs, in order to receive further instruction and discuss attendance exceptions.
For more information, please visit the Oklahoma State Department of Health COVID-19 Alert System page here.
To view our current On Campus Prevention Measures, click here.
July 17, 2020
Autry Technology Center Releases Plans for Return to Campus
ENID, Okla. – Autry Technology Center recently released information about the plan for full-time students to return to campus in August. Information released includes an Adaptable Health Pandemic Response Plan as well as On Campus Prevention Measures. The first day of school for full-time students remains scheduled for Aug. 13. 2020.
“Autry Tech’s most valuable asset is hands-on training, and although this delivery method may become unavailable, our goal is to provide learning environments in such a manner that will continue to provide a productive and prepared workforce for employers,” said Brady McCullough, Autry Technology Center CEO/Superintendent. “As the situation continues to evolve, students and parents/guardians will be notified of any status changes.”
Autry Tech’s Adaptable Health Pandemic Response Plan features four color-coded statuses that the school could move into at any time throughout the 2020-2021 school year. All Autry Technology Center full-time programs will begin the 2020-2021 academic school year in Status Green.
Students are expected to attend class in scheduled a.m. or p.m. times utilizing designated instructional modes including all full-time program areas, mathematics coursework and Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics (OSSM). Teachers will also be available during normal classroom hours M-F to communicate with students, share coursework details and assist as needed.
Status Green includes:
- On campus, hands-on training with in-person instruction
- Limited social interaction with peers and staff
- Modified access to facilities and equipment
- Open LMS connects all instructors, students and guardians for seamless learning transitions
- 24/7 online access to curriculum with technology and internet provided as needed
- Modified participation in student organizations and related activities
- On campus prevention measures enforced
The current On Campus Prevention Measures include:
- Protection – a mask that covers the mouth and nose is required before entering, when within 6’ of another person and when in hallways and bathrooms.
- Building Access – All entrances will be accessible from 7:30 to 8:15 a.m. for morning students and 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for afternoon students. If students arrive late, they must enter through the main entrance at the front of the building to check in at the front desk. All other doors will remain locked outside of these time periods.
- Designated Parking/Entrance – In order to limit exposure and ensure the safest environment for our students, staff and visitors, students are encouraged to utilize designated parking areas and entrances on campus.
- Upon Entrance – Check-in procedures will be conducted upon entering the building and classrooms.
- Social Distancing – CDC guidelines for proper social distancing will be observed at all Autry Tech locations. All individuals should remain 6 feet from other people in hallways and classrooms.
- Prohibited – Common areas, break rooms, and shared foods are restricted. Only individually packaged food and drinks are permitted.
“At Autry Technology Center, the health, safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priorities,” said McCullough. “We have taken extraordinary steps since reopening our campus to protect our tech center community and do our part to stop the spread of this virus. We will continue to rigorously adhere to local, state and CDC guidelines. In the event a confirmed case or known exposure occurs in our Autry Tech community, we will follow Oklahoma State Department of Health guidelines to notify staff, students and parents/guardians as well as business partners.”
As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, updates will be made on the district website – autrytech.edu – and social media pages. If you have questions or individual concerns, please contact Autry Technology Center at (580)242.2750.
Autry Technology Center has been a part of the Enid community since 1967 and is one of 29 CareerTech schools across Oklahoma. The center has more than 25 career programs and offers a wide variety of evening and weekend short-term courses and certifications for many diverse career fields. Autry serves nearly 16,000 individuals each year, including many area employees who receive training through the Business and Industry Services Department that works with over 500 local businesses each year.
May 14, 2020, 3:30 p.m.
Autry Technology Center Announces Reopening Procedures
ENID, OKLA. – In accordance with state and local guidelines, and direction from the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technical Education, Autry Technology Center facilities are tentatively scheduled to reopen on Monday, May 18, with limited access.
In order to comply with these directives and ensure the safest environment for our staff and those we serve, the following procedures will be in place until further notice.
- Only individuals with a scheduled appointment or class should visit any Autry Tech location – no walk-ins will be allowed.
- All approved visitors will be required to use the main entrance at all locations as all other doors will remain locked, as well as be required to sign in upon arrival and exit.
- Upon entrance at an Autry Technology Center facility, touchless temperature checks will be conducted before entering the building.
- A mask that covers the mouth and nose will be required while inside the facility or in close proximity to others outside the facilities.
- CDC guidelines regarding social distancing will be observed while on Autry Tech property.
- Classes will be limited to no more than 10 in a classroom setting including instructional staff.
- Common areas, break rooms, and shared food will remain prohibited.
Full-time Distance Learning
Distance learning for full-time programs will be completed the last day of the school year – Friday, May 15, 2020. Adult full-time students will be contacted individually by instructors for access to the campus for skills or certification testing.For any additional questions, full-time students are encouraged to contact their instructor.
Advanced Medical Programs
In-person and online training opportunities for advanced medical full-time students will continue to be delivered. Instructors will communicate with students and share details as on campus training may become available beginning Wednesday, May 20, 2020.
Meeting Rooms/Outside Events:
Autry Technology Center will not be accepting reservations for meeting rooms for outside groups at any location until further notice. This includes, but is not limited to: recruitment events, tours, student programs, conferences and social events.
Short-term Courses & Industry Training
Autry Tech is continuously evaluating and developing online learning environments for short-term courses and training provided by the BIS Team. Individuals and companies will be contacted directly to determine if training will take place in person or online. Autry Technology Center will NOT be providing training at outside facilities until the City of Enid enters phase three of the reopening plan.
Testing on Campus:
All testing will require a scheduled appointment. All testing candidates will be required to wear a mask and must wash their hands upon arrival. Candidates will be asked to follow additional check-in procedures in order to ensure a secure, clean testing environment.
Clinicals:
With current published Open Up and Recover Safely guidance as of April 22, after May 15 (Phase 2) specific activities may be reinstated while maintaining cautionary measures and following the CDC guidelines. Additional guidance will be provided when Oklahoma reaches Phase 3 (tentatively June 1).
- It is not recommended any instructor or student in the vulnerable population participate in-person training/clinical.
- Students/Instructors needing to complete clinical hours, it is recommended to complete as much as possible virtually.
- In-person clinicals for after May 15 must be restricted to groups of 10 or less, follow CDC guidelines, which includes social distancing, daily sanitizing, potential temperature checks and appropriate PPE for instructors and participants.
- It is recommended clinicals be conducted in low-risk environments.
- It should be documented that students/instructors/preceptors were provided documentation to explain the cautionary measures required for any in-person interaction.
- For returning secondary students OJT/Clinicals could be considered during Phase 3. (tentatively June 1)
- For testing and checkoff purposes, all the above guidelines should be followed.
Students with specific questions regarding clinicals should contact their instructor.
The health of all of our stakeholders depends on adherence to these procedures. We respectfully ask for your help in keeping everyone safe. At Autry Technology Center, the health, safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priorities. As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, updates will be made on the district website – autrytech.edu – and social media pages. Numerous resources are also available, including community updates, frequently asked questions, small business resources to assist our community partners and CDC recommendations.
Should you have questions or individual concerns, please contact Autry Technology Center at 580-242-2750.
Autry Technology Center Students Embracing Distance Learning Opportunities
As Autry Technology Center enters the third week of distance learning, students are finding unique ways to continue their training at home. Autry Tech began delivering training in online learning environments on April 6, 2020, in response to the CDC guidelines for social distancing.
“Our students and instructors have done a tremendous job navigating this situation,” said Brady McCullough, Autry Technology Center CEO/Superintendent. “We are continuing to grow and learn together even though we have to be apart.”
Graphic Arts student and Enid High School senior Kieran Niles is utilizing the video editing skills he has been polishing in his training program to help his church. Niles has stayed busy both capturing and editing video for broadcast of Oakwood Christian Church services.
Health Careers student and Enid High School junior Alexis Marquez took advantage of her new distance learning schedule and started as a Certified Nursing Assistant at the Arbors Assisted Living Center. Marquez is putting the skills she learned in the classroom to work in her new position.
Autry Tech’s Business & Industry Services team has found new opportunities to deliver training in online formats. Each week, Autry Tech safety trainers host an online safety series, available through Zoom and at no charge to attendees. Topics have included Stress Management, Back Safety and Bloodborne Pathogens.
In response to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) waiver for Nurse Aide training, Autry Tech has also partnered with long term care facilities to offer an Uncertified Nurse Aide training program. The online course meets the required 16 hours of training and costs $25 per trainee. The training is designed to help facilities address impending and actual staffing shortages among healthcare providers.
“Our goal is to provide online learning environments in such a manner that will continue to provide a productive and prepared workforce for employers,” said McCullough. “Our students, instructors and staff have embraced the challenge and continue to exceed our expectations.”
Autry Technology Center has been a part of the Enid community since 1967 and is one of 29 CareerTech schools across Oklahoma. The center has more than 25 career programs and offers a wide variety of evening and weekend short-term courses and certifications for many diverse career fields. Autry serves nearly 16,000 individuals each year, including many area employees who receive training through the Business and Industry Services Department that works with over 500 local businesses each year.
April 6, 2020, 12 p.m.
Autry Technology Center Board Approves Change in School Calendar
In a special meeting held via teleconference, video conference and at a physical location on Monday,
April 6, 2020, the Autry Technology Center Board of Education authorized a change in the 2019-2020
school calendar, amending the final day of the school year to May 15, 2020.
In response to the most recent CDC guidelines for social distancing, Autry Technology Center locations
will remain closed and training will continue in online learning environments for the remainder of the
current school year, as our state continues to fight the spread of COVID-19.
“The decision was made to allow our school calendar to better align with the calendars of our partner
schools,” said Brady McCullough, Autry Technology Center CEO/Superintendent. “As we work to provide
distance learning opportunities over the next few weeks, we hope this change will provide some
consistency for our full-time students during this time of uncertainty.”
Distance learning begins with our full-time students today, April 6th and student expectations are
available in the Distance Learning Guide emailed to students and guardians, as well as on the Autry Tech
website.
As The Workforce Capital, Autry Tech’s most valuable asset is hands-on training, and although this
delivery method is currently unavailable, our goal is to provide online learning environments in such a
manner that will continue to provide a productive and prepared workforce for employers.
To maintain operations without interruption, Autry Tech employees are working remotely to continue to
provide the best experience possible for our students and clients through the end of the school year,
May 15th.
This is an unprecedented situation, and it has required an unprecedented response. At Autry Technology
Center, the health, safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priorities. As the COVID-
19 situation continues to evolve, updates will be made on the district website – autrytech.edu – and
social media pages. Numerous resources are also available, including community updates, frequently
asked questions, small business resources to assist our community partners and CDC recommendations.
Should you have questions or individual concerns, please contact the Autry Technology Center at 580-
242-2750 or visit: autrytech.edu/coronavirus.
March 30, 2020, 12:30 p.m.
Autry Tech Locations Remain Closed, Training Continues
In response to the most recent CDC guidelines for social distancing, Autry Technology Center locations will remain closed and training will continue in online learning environments for the remainder of the current school year, as our state continues to fight the spread of COVID-19.
In-person training and on campus events will continue to be suspended through the end of the school year. This includes, but is not limited to meetings, events, tours, student programs, conferences and social events at all Autry Tech locations.
“We understand this recommendation is in the best interest of everyone’s health, which is our greatest priority as a district,” said Brady McCullough, Autry Technology Center CEO/Superintendent. “Making these difficult decisions, we believe, is simply the right thing to do for our students, our staff and our community.”
As The Workforce Capital, Autry Tech’s most valuable asset is hands-on training, and although this delivery method is currently unavailable, our goal is to provide online learning environments in such a manner that will continue to provide a productive and prepared workforce for employers.
Training opportunities and other digital tools will continue to be delivered to full-time students in an online format beginning April 6, 2020. As instructors continue to prepare the next week for this transition, they will communicate with students and share details as soon as they are available.
Autry Tech is continuously evaluating and developing online learning environments for short-term courses and training provided by the BIS Team. Individuals and companies will be contacted directly if an online learning option is available for training, classes or meetings.
In addition to suspending onsite training and events, only Autry Tech required personnel will continue to report to campus through the remainder of the school year, in order to limit exposure. To maintain operations without interruption, Autry Tech employees will be working remotely.
This is an unprecedented situation, and it has required an unprecedented response. At Autry Technology Center, the health, safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priorities. As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, updates will be made on the district website – autrytech.edu – and social media pages. Numerous resources are also available, including community updates, frequently asked questions, small business resources to assist our community partners and CDC recommendations.
Should you have questions or individual concerns, please contact the Autry Technology Center at 580-242-2750 or visit: autrytech.edu/coronavirus.
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March 23, 2020, 11:35 a.m. Oklahoma Department of Labor Licenses- From Governor Stitt’s Executive Order
Pursuant to Amended Executive Order 2020-07 “All occupational licenses issued by any agency, board or Commission of the State of Oklahoma that expire during this emergency shall be extended so long as this Order is in effect. All occupational licenses extended during this Order will expire fourteen (14) days following the withdrawal or termination of this Order.”
As the Amended Executive Order was issued on March 17, and is effective until April 16, any occupational license that would otherwise expire during this emergency shall not expire until May 1. ODOL license applications and renewals will still be accepted and applications may be completed online at www.ok.gov/odol. Payments and accompanying documents relating to ODOL licensure should be mailed directly to the respective program at Oklahoma Department of Labor, 3017 N. Stiles Ave., #100, Oklahoma City, OK 73105
If you have any questions please contact the ODOL at (405)521-6018, toll-free 1-(888)269-5353, by fax at (405)521-6018 or email at odol.licensing@labor.ok.gov |
March 18, 2020, 2:15 p.m.
All certifications for long term care aides; home health aides; medication aides; developmentally direct care aides; residential care aides and adult day care aides which expire during this emergency order shall be extended so long as this order is in effect. These extensions during this order will expire fourteen (14) days following the withdrawal or termination of this Order.
For more information, please visit the Oklahoma State Department of Health.
March 18, 2020, 12:00 p.m.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Autry Technology Center Updates
In order to carry out the emergency orders of Governor Stitt surrounding the coronavirus state of emergency, the Autry Technology Center Board of Education authorized the closure of training programs until at least April 6, 2020, during an emergency meeting held on March 18, 2020, at 11:30 a.m.
In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and to protect our campus community, all full-time programs, in-person training and on campus events will be suspended effective immediately until April 6, 2020. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment events, tours, student programs, conferences and social events at all Autry Tech locations.
Autry Tech is currently evaluating online learning environments. Individuals will be contacted personally if an online learning option is available for training, classes or meetings.
In addition to suspending training and events, only Autry Tech required personnel will report to campus after Spring Break on March 23, 2020, in order to limit exposure.
“The closure is an opportunity to better understand the impact of COVID-19 in Oklahoma while giving our students and staff a period of time to be protected from further community spread of the virus,” said Brady McCullough, CEO/Superintendent at Autry Technology Center. “The health, safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priorities.”
There are no confirmed cases on any of our campuses at this time; however, as local, state, national and global public health recommendations shift to include mitigation of transmission, Autry Technology Center is proactively taking steps that will help to protect the community. We are closely monitoring the current safety levels with the Oklahoma State Department of Health and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
In the event a confirmed case occurs in our school community, we will work with the Oklahoma State Department of Health to notify staff, students and parents/guardians within our community.
At Autry Technology Center, the health, safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priorities.We will continue to provide updates on our website – autrytech.edu – and via email as the COVID-19 situation continues to unfold. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and patience as decisions regarding this matter are made.
Should you have questions or individual concerns, please contact the Autry Technology Center at 580-242-2750 or visit: autrytech.edu/coronavirus
March 17, 2020
Executive Department Amended Executive Order 2020-07
For more information, please visit www.sos.ok.gov.
March 12, 2020, 4 p.m.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Autry Tech Prevention and Preparedness
As a school district, we are closely monitoring the situation regarding the increased spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019. On March 11, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19, also referred to as the coronavirus, a global pandemic due to the broad spread of the virus to more than 100 countries.
There are no confirmed cases on any of our campuses at this time; however, as local, state, national and global public health recommendations shift to include mitigation of transmission, Autry Technology Center is proactively taking steps that will help to protect the community. We are closely monitoring the current safety levels with the Oklahoma State Department of Health and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Preventive Measures
We encourage our students, staff and visitors to be mindful of key preventive measures. Health officials recommend local communities and schools take the same steps to protect against COVID-19 that we take to prevent the spread of other diseases, like colds or the flu:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Avoid sharing food.
- Cover your mouth and nose with the inside of your elbow when you cough or sneeze.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
Travel and Exposure
With Spring Break taking place next week and other travel occurring, the Oklahoma State Department of Health and the Oklahoma State Department of Education have partnered together to provide specific guidance related to Spring Break travel. This advice is useful for Spring Break as well as other travel that may involve students, their families and employees.
If travel is necessary, please familiarize yourself with the protocols from https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html. Individuals returning from travel to China, South Korea, Italy, Iran, Japan or any other Level 2 or 3 country, as identified by the CDC, should self-quarantine for a period of 14 days before returning to Autry Tech. Cruises may also require a quarantine upon return to the U.S. It is important that you stay aware of where you are in relation to COVID-19 hot spots. This applies to all students, teachers and district staff. Although being in a self-quarantine status is disruptive, it is imperative to do so in order to protect all who work and learn at Autry Tech.
If you’re returning from a Level 2 or 3 country, please review the following:
- Take your temperature with a thermometer two times a day and monitor for fever. Also, watch for a cough or trouble breathing.
- Stay home and avoid contact with others. Do not go to work or school for this 14-day period. Discuss your work situation with your supervisor before returning to work.
- Do not take public transportation, taxis or ride-shares during the time you are practicing social distancing.
- Avoid crowded places (such as shopping centers and movie theaters) and limit your activities in public.
- Keep your distance from others (about 6 feet).
As of now, these guidelines only apply to International Level 2 and 3 travel. However, we are closely monitoring the situation as it is rapidly evolving and are considering out-of-state travel guidelines.
Absences
Students under quarantine will not be counted absent as long as they either show proof of travel to a Level 2 or 3 country and/or provide a doctor’s note.
Please remember that if students or district employees are sick, they should not be on campus. Individuals need to be fever-free for 24 hours before returning to Autry Tech after any illness. Keeping individuals home when they are sick is critical to prevention.
For students affected by quarantines or the virus – we will work with families and students to set up remote learning arrangements to avoid disruption to education as much as possible.
Resources
If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and/or are exhibiting symptoms:
- First, call your primary physician.
- Then contact the help lines below
- Oklahoma State Department of Health – Information Regarding Travel, Spread of Coronavirus, Frequently Asked Questions, and More
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Preventative Measures for Coronavirus
- Updates for the Autry Tech District
- COVID-19 Hotline 877-215-8336
In the event a confirmed case occurs in our school community, we will work with the Oklahoma State Department of Health to notify staff, students and parents/guardians within our community.
At Autry Technology Center, the health, safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priorities. We will continue to provide updates as the COVID-19 situation continues to unfold. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and patience as decisions regarding this matter are made. The situation is being monitored and employees, students and parents/guardians will be notified via email as soon as any decisions occur.
Should you have questions or individual concerns, please contact the Autry Technology Center at 580-242-2750 or visit: autrytech.edu/coronavirus
CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION
HAVE YOU BEEN DIAGNOSED
LICENSE & CERTIFICATION UPDATES
AT AUTRY TECHNOLOGY CENTER, THE HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELL-BEING OF OUR STUDENTS AND STAFF ARE OUR TOP PRIORITIES.
We have taken extraordinary steps since reopening our campus to protect our tech center community and do our part to stop the spread of this virus. We will continue to rigorously adhere to local, state and CDC guidelines. As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, updates will be made on the district website – autrytech.edu – and social media pages. If you have questions or individual concerns, please contact Autry Technology Center at 580.242.2750.
JANUARY 15, 2021
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Wednesday, Jan. 13 and Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, primarily in the northeast wing between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home after receiving positive test results on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
JANUARY 4, 2021
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Monday, Jan. 4, 2021, primarily in the northwest wing between 1 and 1:45 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home after receiving positive test results on Monday, Jan. 4, 2021. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
DECEMBER 18, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Thursday, Dec. 17 and Friday, Dec. 18, primarily in the northwest wing between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home after receiving positive test results on Friday, Dec. 18. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
DECEMBER 14, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Thursday, Dec. 10 and Friday, Dec. 11, primarily in the northeast wing between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home after receiving positive test results on Sunday, Dec. 13. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
DECEMBER 5, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Thursday, Dec. 3, primarily in the Student Services office between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home after receiving positive test results on Friday, Dec. 4. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
DECEMBER 5, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Wednesday, Dec. 2, primarily in the southwest wing between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. This individual has been under quarantine since Thursday, Dec. 3, and is now isolating at home after receiving positive test results on Saturday, Dec. 5. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
DECEMBER 4, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Tuesday, Dec. 1, primarily in the Corporate Training office between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. This individual began quarantining on Wednesday, Dec. 2 and is now isolating at home after receiving positive test results on Friday, Dec. 4. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
DECEMBER 2, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Monday, Nov. 30 and Tuesday, Dec. 1, primarily in the Adult Career Development office between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Wednesday, Dec. 2. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
NOVEMBER 21, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Thursday, Nov. 19 and Friday, Nov. 20, primarily in the southwest wing between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Saturday, Nov. 21. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Monday, Nov. 16 and Tuesday, Nov. 17, primarily in the northeast wing between 7:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Thursday, Nov. 19. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
NOVEMBER 13, 2020
The individual was at Franklin Covey – Helping Clients Succeed training on Wednesday, Nov. 11 and Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020, at an offsite location. This individual is now isolating at home since testing positive on Friday, Nov. 13. As determined by the Garfield County Health Department, anyone who may have been in close contact with this person has been directly notified and advised with information on next steps.
NOVEMBER 9, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Thursday, Nov. 5 and Friday, Nov. 6, 2020, primarily in the northwest wing between 7:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Saturday, Nov. 6. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
NOVEMBER 6, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Wednesday, Nov. 4 and Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020, primarily in the health wing between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Friday, Nov. 6. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
OCTOBER 20, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Monday, Oct. 19, 2020, primarily in the northwest wing between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020, primarily in the northwest wing between 7:30 and 10 a.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
OCTOBER 20, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Monday, Oct. 19, 2020, primarily in the health wing between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
OCTOBER 5, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s Woodring campus on Friday, Oct. 2, 2020, primarily between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Sunday, Oct. 4. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
OCTOBER 2, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020, primarily in the health wing between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Thursday, Oct. 1. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Friday, Sept. 25, 2020, primarily in the southwest wing between 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Saturday, Sept. 26. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
The individual was last on Autry Tech’s main campus on Monday, Sept. 21, 2020, primarily in the southwest wing between 8:15 and 11:15 a.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Wednesday, Sept. 23. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Thursday, Sept. 24 and Friday, Sept. 25, 2020, primarily in the northeast wing between 8:15 and 11:15 a.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Saturday, Sept. 26. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
The individual was last on Autry Tech’s main campus on Monday, Sept. 21, 2020, primarily in the southeast wing between 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Thursday, Sept. 24. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2020, primarily in the northwest wing and lectorium between 8:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Tuesday, Sept. 22. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
The individual was at Autry Tech’s Strate Center on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2020, primarily between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive over the weekend. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
AUGUST 18, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Thursday, August 13 and Friday, August 14, primarily in northwest wing from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Monday, August 17. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
JULY 17, 2020
The individual was at Autry Tech’s Woodring Campus from Tuesday, July 14, 2020 to Thursday, July 16, 2020, primarily between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. and has not been on campus since then. This individual tested positive on Friday, July 17, 2020, and is now isolating at home. The affected areas at Autry Tech are temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
JULY 14, 2020
The individual was at Autry Tech’s Strate Center from Wednesday, July 8, 2020 to Friday, July 10, 2020, primarily between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. and has not been on campus since then. The individual was also potentially on Autry Tech’s main campus during this time period. This individual also attended Autry Tech’s Dare to Lead event at the Stride Bank Center on Thursday, July 9, 2020. This individual tested positive on Tuesday, July 14, 2020, and is now isolating at home. The affected areas at Autry Tech are temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
JULY 10, 2020
The individual was on Autry Tech’s main campus on Thursday, July 2, 2020, and Wednesday, July 8, 2020, primarily in the Health Wing from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This individual is now isolating at home and has not been on campus since testing positive on Thursday, July 9, 2020. The affected areas were temporarily closed in order to undergo immediate sanitation and deep cleaning.
CARES ACT
HIGHER EDUCATION EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND REPORTING – EMERGENCY FINANCIAL AID GRANTS TO STUDENTS
Autry Technology Center signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and assures that Autry has used, no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
The total amount of funds that Autry received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students was $153,677.00. Autry used approximately half of the grant amount, ($77,620.50), for eligible students enrolled in the 2019-2020 school year and the remaining monies, ($76,056.50), were used for eligible students enrolled in the 2020-2021 school year.
The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid distributed to students under Section 18804(a)(1) of the CARES Act as of 11/13/2020 was $153,677.00.
The estimated total number of students at Autry eligible to participate in programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students under Section 18804(a)(1) of the CARES Act was 525.
The total number of students who received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act was 468.
Distribution of the first disbursement of the student grant was a straight proration to all eligible postsecondary students enrolled in an approved program as of March 13, 2020. ($76,838.50 was divided by 197 eligible students = $390.05 per student.) Autry provided an additional $188.50 to the first disbursement of the Student Portion of the grant so that the prorated student disbursement amount was rounded up to $391.00 per student. Two students were eligible in the first disbursement but were not disbursed due to an error. These two students each received $391.00 for a total of $782.00.
Distribution of the second disbursement of the student grant was also a straight proration to all eligible postsecondary students enrolled in an approved program as of October 1, 2020. ($76,056.50 was divided by 269 eligible students = $282.73 per student.) Autry provided an additional $70.50 to the second disbursement of the Student Portion of the grant so that the prorated student disbursement amount was rounded up to $283.00 per student.
The methodology used by the Department of Education to determine Autry’s allocation only included Pell, and Cohort FT and HT students from IPEDS.
Following are the instructions, directions and guidance provided by Autry to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grant in the first disbursement.
- Students were contacted by phone through SchoolMessenger informing them of an email sent regarding Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
- Students received an email about the Emergency Financial Aid Grants. If students had expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to COVID19 and were Title IV eligible, students were asked to reply YES or NO by the deadline.
- Phone calls and text messages were made to students who did not respond to the Emergency Financial Aid Grants email.
Following are the instructions, directions and guidance provided by Autry to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grant in the second disbursement.
- Students were contacted in the classroom by Student Services counselors and directors regarding Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
- Students received documentation concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants. If students had expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to COVID19 and were Title IV eligible, students were asked to reply YES or NO by the deadline.
- Phone calls, emails and text messages were made to students who did not respond by the deadline concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
Eligible students completed and signed an application certifying that he/she had expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the COVID19 and certified they were eligible by meeting the criteria as defined by law in SEC 484, 20 U.S.C. 1091, in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended (HEA) by being a U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen and having a valid social security number. Students also checked all expense categories that applied:
____ Technology Expenses
____ Course Materials
____ Housing
____ Food
____ Child Care
____ Health Care
The following self-certification statement was listed on the student application.
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT:
I, (Print full name) ___________________________________, attest, under penalty of perjury, that I meet the requirements of Section 484 of the Higher Education Act, HEA (listed above), that relief funds provided by the CARES Act stimulus will be used solely for expenses related to the disruption of campus operations at Autry Tech due to coronavirus (including but not limited to food, housing, health care, child care and course-related materials or services such as technology) and that all information provided as part of this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
The application was available at Autry for the student to complete, verify and sign.
The application was completed and signed before the check was made available to the student. The completed applications will be scanned to a network folder online for safekeeping. The actual applications will be kept in the business office.
CARES ACT
INSTITUTIONAL PORTION OF HEERF
Autry Technology Center signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for the CARES Act Institutional Portion of HEERF.
The total amount of funds that Autry will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and for the CARES Act Institutional Portion of the HEERF is $153,677.00. Autry has utilized these funds to purchase laptops (67), Macbooks (44) and docking stations (16) to expand the school’s ability to ensure our students will be able to continue their instruction should it become necessary to move to our digital/online instructional process.
AUTRY TECH THIRD QUARTER REPORTING
AUTRY TECH FOURTH AND FINAL QUARTERLY REPORTING
