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E-Learning Family Information 2020-21

STEVENS POINT AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

OUR COMMITMENTS

SPAPSD

SAFETY FLEXIBILITY INSTRUCTION

REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21

Student and staff safety is a top priority. Plans will reflect guidance from the CDC, State and Portage County Health Departments. Plans will reflect a preference for traditional classroom learning and focus on creating conditions to safely reopen schools. Instructional models will include blended/E-learning

• ptions for 7-12 and PK-12 in the event that traditional classroom learning cannot occur.

Plans will be developed to allow for a fluid response keeping in mind staff, student and parent capacity, coupled with financial resources of the District.

REOPENING SCHOOLS: E-LEARNING OPTIONS

SPAPSD REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21

REOPENING SCHOOLS: E-LEARNING

SPAPSD REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21

What Can Families Expect

• Consistent instruction, coaching, encouragement and support
• Learning targets aligned to District curriculum and core competencies
• Clear and consistent communication with teachers and staff
• Appropriate expectations for student grade level and developmental readiness

How Will This Be Different

• Schools learned a tremendous amount during E-Learning 19-20
• Best Practices
• Grade-Level Teams
• Content Area Learning Experiences
• Family and Student Feedback

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SPAPSD REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21

Curriculum

• Curriculum may be delivered via recorded mini-lessons (asynchronous) and/or live small group

instruction (synchronous)

• Delivery will vary by grade and be determined by teachers
• Students opting into E-Learning quarterly will receive instruction aligned with current District

curriculum and schedules

• Students opting into E-Learning for the school year may receive alternative curriculum

Learning Management Platform

Consistent platforms will be used to access instruction, learning plans and classroom information

• Schoology
• Seesaw
• Google Platform
• Wisconsin E-Network (Online Learning Center Only)

Devices and Access

• District provided Chromebooks (all grade levels)
• Families requiring internet access, please contact schools or Technology Services

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Assessment and Feedback

• May be administered digitally or in 'real-time'
• Formative and summative assessments will be used to guide instruction and monitor student

progress

• Feedback provided through learning management platform (Schoology, Seesaw or Google)

Student Work Expectations

• Students will be required to participate in regular communication and discussions as outlined by

their instructor

• Real time instruction will be a component, but E-Learning will not mimic a virtual classroom
• perating 'bell-to-bell'
• Teachers provide support and feedback throughout the week

Grading

• Traditional grading (Secondary A-F, Elementary 1-4)

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Students with IEP/504 Plans

• Services will receive services as outlined in student plans
• Student Services staff or student case manager contact
• Some traveling or in-home services may require modifications

Supporting Your Student

• Help your student stay organized
• Provide a quiet place to learn
• Staying connected to students' teacher is key to identifying early warning signs that a student is

struggling

Social Emotional Learning

• Lean on existing curricular components of Second Step, Random Acts, Zones of Regulation and

Advisory periods delivered in an E-Learning environment

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Clubs and Activities

• Assuming school is able to resume in a blended learning environment, clubs and activities will

take place with social distancing and safety measures in place

• E-Learning students may participate in-person
• Virtual participation opportunities cannot be guaranteed
• Working to develop transportation plan with shuttle hub locations for students/families that

are unable to self-transport

Food Service

• Waivers have been applied for to allow the District the ability to provide a meal option for

E-Learning and blended learning students throughout the community

• Grab-and-Go Meals will end August 20
• Families in need of assistance are encouraged to apply for Free/Reduced lunch and school

fee waivers

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RETURNING TO THE CLASSROOM: BLENDED MODEL

SPAPSD REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21

Instructional Model as of August 11:

7-12 Schedule

• Monday, Tuesday: Cohort A attends class; Cohort

B E-Learning

• Wednesday: Facilities deep cleaned and sterilized;

Teacher Prep Day; All student E-Learning Day

• Thursday, Friday: Cohort A, E-Learning; Cohort B,

attends class

4K-6 Schedule

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
• Wednesday: Facilities deep cleaned and sterilized;

Teacher Prep Day; All student E-Learning Day

Quarterly or School Year Options Flexible E-Learning

• Option to return to the classroom quarterly
• District curriculum
• 7-12 students retain class schedule

Opt-In for the Year

• 4K-6 Alternative Programs and Curriculum
• 7-12 Online Learning Center
• Rural Virtual Academy (spots are currently

filled)

QUESTIONS

Families knowing they will be enrolling students in E-Learning are asked to complete:

https://bit.ly/SPAPSDELearning

AUGUST 17, 2020

SPAPSD REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21

Cory Hirsbrunner chirsbru@pointschools.net Connie Negaard cnegaard@pointschools.net Darla Peanasky dpeanas@pointschools.net Elizabeth Potter-Nelson epottern@pointschools.net

CONTACT INFORMATION