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Responsive Return

Plan:Overview

Plan Development ● CDC, Department of Health, Governor's Office & DOE

Guidelines/Guidance ● Initial Survey Input Forms (Staff & Community)● Discussions: Leadership Team, Senior Administration, ScIP’s, Staff,

Individual Board Members, Students, Parents ● BOE Committee Meetings - Inclusive of Community Members ● PTO/PTA/SEPAC Presidents’ Council● Student Advisory Council● Zoom discussion with Learning Design Team● Staff input survey from 150 various volunteer district staff● 3 Zoom feedback meetings with approximately 600 district staff

Plan Development ● Plan was developed to be fluid● Majority of the slides focus on Phase 1(Most conservative, most intensive,

most nuanced implementation)● Phases are not necessarily linear● Cohorts split alphabetically to the extent possible (Maintains siblings in

same cohort) ● Each phase evaluated for potential adjustments once implemented

In consultation with the health department, no new confirmed cases reported in schools & there is stability in the community, all grades begin full day sessions YET continue the weekly schedules from the last phase (Primary: 4 days a week. Elem & Middle: AA/R/BB). Meals consumed in school.

In consultation with the health department, still no new confirmed cases reported in schools and stability continues in the community, all students will return to their normal school schedule: Grades PreK-8: 5 full days a week!!!

Full Remote

Virtual environments available for those with health needs, quarantine, or parental choice.

In-person Partial Day - Primary 4 Days/Week - Elem - Middle A/B Cohort

Phase 1In-person Full Day - Primary 4 Days / Week - Elem & Middle A/B Cohort

Phase 2In-person Full Day, - Primary & Elem 4 Days / Week - Middle A/B Cohort

Phase 3

Full Return For All!!

Phase 4

In consultation with the health department, still no new confirmed cases reported in schools and stability continues in the community, all grades continue full day sessions. PreK-2 & 3-5 will be 4 days a week. 6-8 will continue on the A/B Cohort (AA/R/BB). Meals consumed in school.

Soft LaunchPrimary grade children (PK-2) can attend 4 partial days a week using an ‘in school’ cohort to maintain social distancing. Elementary (3-5) and Middle (6-8) will use an A/B Cohort model with two days in session, two days remote session. Wednesdays are remote for everyone (AA/R/BB). Meals consumed at home.

This is our most restrictive model and can go into effect any time pending consultation with the health department. For all phases, see Teaching and Learning Practices. Virtual schedules will mirror in person schedules with flexibility.

Cohort Learning Schedule● A/B Cohort Model with synchronous and asynchronous learning

○ K-2

■ A/B In-School Cohort Model with option for synchronous days done at home

○ Integrated PreK & Grades 3-8

■ A/B Cohort Model

○ Special Class Programs (PSD-8th grade) all 4 Days in person (A/B In-school cohort as needed)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Cohort A In-person In-person All Remote Remote* Remote*

Cohort B Remote* Remote* All Remote In-person In-person

Special Class

Programs (PSD - 8)

In-person In-person All Remote In-person In-person

*In-school Remote learning or at-home remote option for K-2, & At-home remote learning for Integrated PreK and grades 3-8

Cohort Learning Schedule: Typical Week

MondaySeptember 7

TuesdaySeptember 8

WednesdaySeptember 9

Thursday September

10

FridaySeptember

11

Cohort A Labor Day Staff Only Staff Only In-person Remote*

Cohort B Labor Day Staff Only Staff Only Remote* In-person

Special Class

Programs (PSD - 8)

Labor Day Staff Only Staff Only In-person In-person

*In-school Remote learning or at-home remote option for K-2, & At-home remote learning for Integrated PreK and grades 3-8**Detailed grade band schedule will be available through the schools in the days to follow.

September: Week 1**

MondaySeptember

14

TuesdaySeptember

15

WednesdaySeptember

16

ThursdaySeptember

17

FridaySeptember

18

Cohort A In-person In-person All Remote Remote* Remote*

Cohort B Remote* Remote* All Remote In-person In-person

Special Class

Programs (PSD - 8)

In-person In-person All Remote In-person In-person

*In-school Remote learning or at-home remote option for K-2, & At-home remote learning for Integrated PreK and grades 3-8

**Detailed grade band schedule will be available through the schools in the days to follow.

September Week 2**

Health and SafetyResponsive Return Plan

Health and Safety● Continuous consultation with School Physician and DOH● Face coverings must be worn at all times ● Available masks for those needing temporary replacement● Specialized PPE for staff in specifically identified areas of need ● Evaluated and updated HVAC systems throughout the district● Installing air purification/filtration systems across the district ● Hand sanitizer available throughout the building in approved

areas

Health and Safety● Purchased disinfecting ultraviolet light technology● Increased(ing) custodial staff● Reassignment of custodial staff shifts● Routine and frequent cleaning of all touch points in schools and

buses● Cleaning products available for device cleaning● Training for staff with COVID specific health and safety guidelines

Health and Safety● Entry screening protocols (staff, students, visitors)● Restrict visitor volume● Return to work/school protocols● Signage for health, safety and hygiene throughout building● Organized and orderly student entry● Established hallway traffic patterns mitigate unnecessary contacts● Greatly reduced student movement throughout the building● Compliance with guidelines outlined in the State reopening

Teaching & LearningResponsive Return Plan

Teaching & Learning● Attendance

○ Based on cohort / virtual environments○ Cohort In-class / Logged in, active participation ○ Virtual environments logged in, active participation

and learner-paced submission of assignments● Assignments / Mastery Evidence

○ Due dates set by teachers

Teaching & Learning● Flipped lesson content to support semi-synchronous

learning

● Personalized Learning structures (voice, choice, and pace) will best need the demands of this new learning environment

● Consistency in delivery and communication of lessons

○ PreK-2 use SeeSaw / 3-8 use Schoology / Zoom for All

● District developed how-to videos to support parents’ understanding of these platforms.

Teaching & Learning● Flexible daily structure inclusive of Morning/Period

Launch, End of Day/Closing Procedures, SEL and hygiene breaks, instruction in the four core areas*

● Full Virtual Environment with synchronous and asynchronous learning

● Limited paper-based instruction● Flexible virtual instruction for support services

Teaching & Learning● Evaluations will shift, emphasize coaching for best

practices in blended and semi-synchronous learning environments

● During Phase 1, Special Area instruction will be fully virtual and asynchronous. Reevaluated at each phase transition

● Daily learning plans posted for students and parents

Technology & OperationsResponsive Return Plan

Technology & Operations● Utilization of LMS (Seesaw K-2) & (Schoology 3-8)● Expand 1:1 tablets to K-2 ● Increased bandwidth ● Firewall Upgrade● Secure video conferencing platform● High capacity access points in larger room locations (e.g.

gymnasiums)● Device Protection Plan offerings for students K-8

Technology & Operations

● Full evaluation of transportation routing ● Stack bussing arrival ● Partner with Howell Township Police Department on traffic

patterns to accommodate parental drop off and walkers.

Sports & Co-CurricularsResponsive Return Plan

Sports & Co-Curriculars● Follow guidance for High Schools sports from NJSIAA

● Assess the effectiveness of virtual afterschool activities

and determine appropriate opportunities for students

● Students in fully virtual environments may participate in

co-curricular activities and athletics.

Be well. Stay Safe.Thank you!

Responsive Return

Plan:Overview