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Oceanport School District Re-Opening 2020

Oceanport Board of Education Meeting August 17, 2020

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What Will Instruction Look Like?

Opening Statements:

▷ All Students will receive a schedule of classes that they will follow daily. ▷ All students will have direct contact with their teacher(s) on a daily basis. ▷ The Active Brain is the Learning Brain. All students will have opportunities to engage in learning both synchronously and asynchronously every day. ▷ There will be morning and afternoon learning sessions to ensure that all students have the opportunity to work closely with their teachers. ▷ All cohorts and virtual learners will have the opportunity to come together to learn via Google Meet on Wednesdays ▷ A variety of online learning tools will be used in the service of all students.

Understandings of Best Practices

• Whole Group Mini-Lesson
• Guided Practice
• Independent Practice
• Extensions and Interventions

Understandings of Best Practices

Whole Group Mini-Lesson Standards-Based

■ Overview of What is to Be Learned ■ Vocabulary Associated with Concepts ■ Demonstration of Concepts

In-Person Virtual

Whole Group Screen Casted

WHY SCREENCAST THE MINI-LESSON?

Understandings of Best Practices

• Whole Group Mini-Lesson
• Guided Practice
• Independent Practice
• Extensions and Interventions

Understandings of Best Practices

Guided Practice - Students “Try Out” New Strategies with Assistance

In-Person Virtual

Guided Practice - Synchronous

Understandings of Best Practices

• Whole Group Mini-Lesson
• Guided Practice
• Independent Practice
• Extensions and Interventions

Understandings of Best Practices

Independent Practice - Students “Try Out” New Understandings on their own “Asynchronous Learning”

In-Person Virtual

Understandings of Best Practices

• Whole Group Mini-Lesson
• Guided Practice
• Independent Practice
• Extensions and Interventions

Understandings of Best Practices

Extensions and Interventions

• Students Receive Additional Extra Help (Interventions)

OR

• Students Receive More Challenging Work (Extensions)

OR BOTH!

Dependent upon the individual strengths and weaknesses of each child...

Interventions and Extensions Through PM Learning

Wednesdays - All Virtual Days

▷ Opportunity for the entire class to interact ▷ Students will follow their daily schedule with Google

Meets

▷ Afternoon:

○ Asynchronous Learning as assigned by teacher, ○ Wraparound services, related services, etc. as needed

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Structure & Schedule

Cohort Organization

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A/B Cohort Model Grades PK - 8

○ To the greatest extent practicable, cohorts will be divided alphabetically so that siblings are attending school on the same dates and times, unless special circumstances exist (IEP-related issues, G&T, Algebra and Pre-Algebra, Social Distancing Requirements, etc.). In such circumstances, siblings will be adjusted for ease of scheduling by parents.

▷ The Alphabetical cohort division follows:

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Monday/Tuesday: Last name begins with A-L ○ Thursday/Friday: Last name begins with M-Z

Equity of In-person Days

A “Parent Calendar” to be provided for Stage 2 planning purposes. As district moves to stage 3, Cohort Calendar will no longer be needed.

Sample Student Schedule

Wolf Hill

8:35 a.m. – 12:35 p.m. (AM In-Person Learning) 12:35 p.m. WHS Walkers Dismissed 12:35 p.m. – 12:50 p.m. WHS Busses Dismissed 12:50 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. Student Travel Time / Student Lunch 1:50 p.m. - 3:50 p.m. (PM Learning Begins/ Ends)

Maple Place

8:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. (AM In-Person Learning) 12:10 p.m. MPS Bus Students Dismissed 12:15 p.m. MPS Walkers Dismissed 12:15 – 1:15 p.m. Student Travel Time / Student Lunch 1:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. (PM Learning Begins / Ends)

CORE Content Every Day:

Wolf Hill School

▷ 60 Minutes - Mathematics ▷ 90 Minutes - Language Arts Literacy ▷ 30 Minutes - Science/Social Studies (Alt. MP) ▷ 50 Minutes - Specials/SEL

Maple Place School

▷ 60 Minutes - Mathematics ▷ 60 Minutes - Language Arts Literacy ▷ 60 Minutes - Science/Social Studies (Alt. Days) ▷ 60 Minutes - Related Arts/SEL

A Word on Related Arts:

• Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:35-8, the District is required to instruct students in

health, safety and physical education. The NJ Department of Education has not issued any guidance which otherwise alters this requirement. In its June 2020 guidance, the NJ Department of Education specifically identified Physical Education as a critical area of operation.

• All students will participate in health/physical education at least two times

per week. Additional opportunities will be provided in a virtual or pre-recorded format, when necessary.

• Social Emotional Learning Opportunities (SEL required by NJDOE)

Other Considerations

▷ Hand-washing Protocols ▷ “Mask Breaks” ▷ “Snack”

What will occur during PM Learning?

▷ After in person instruction:

○ Travel home and eat lunch ○ Complete independent work or homework ○ Virtual Wraparound services, if applicable ○ Additional Gym/PE, if needed

▷ After virtual instruction:

○ Eat lunch ○ Google Meets with teacher(s) following same schedule as AM ○ Complete independent work or homework ○ Virtual Wraparound services , if applicable ○ Additional Gym/PE, if needed

Homework

▷ Homework may be assigned by teachers when appropriate. ▷ Homework could include:

○ Independent Reading ○ Skill Practice ○ Completion of a project ○ Pre-assessment for the next day’s lesson

▷ Homework will help to support mastery of primary standards

Learning Management System

▷ Google Classroom will continue to be used to organize

delivery, lessons, and materials

○ Google Meet - Increased “Live Learning” ○ Consistent Format across the district

▷ All assignments and tasks will be posted on Google

Classroom for all students.

▷ Assignment due dates determined by the teachers

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Other Areas

Special Services

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All instruction, in-person and virtual, will be differentiated based on student need.

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Students whose IEP program require a self-contained or resource room setting will have the option to attend in-person instruction 5 half-days/week.

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Students whose IEP program require an in-class resource setting will participate in additional small group instruction as provided by their co-teachers. ○ Case managers will be in touch regarding schedule specifics/logistics

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All IEP Goals/Objectives will be evaluated by appropriate school personnel.

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Compensatory services will be provided, as necessary.

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IEP meetings will continue to be held virtually unless specifically requested by a parent/guardian.

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CST evaluations (psychological, educational) have resumed as of Monday, August 3rd.

Special Services (continued)

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Paraprofessionals will be involved in virtual and in-person instruction, as indicated by a student’s IEP and teacher discretion.

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Mask breaks will be provided by a paraprofessional, as needed.

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Desensitization of masks will be addressed by support staff (Behaviorist, Registered Behavior Technician, Child Study Team)

Special Services (continued)

▷ Parents are encouraged to reach out:

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• Mrs. Lauren Malaney, Supervisor of Special Services

■ lmalaney@oceanportschools.org ■ (732) 229-0267 x2213

• Mrs. Stacy Liu, Social Worker

○ sliu@oceanportschools.org

• Dr. Donna McCartin, Psychologist

○ dmccartin@oceanportschools.org

• Ms. Donna Spader, Learning Consultant

○ dspader@oceanportschools.org

Special Services (continued)

Basic Skills

▷ Funded by ESEA Grant under Title IA ○ One full-time interventionist to provide services in both schools during the school day ○ Academic Assistance Program ■ Will begin after assessments are administered ■ Parents of eligible students will be notified ■ Academic Assistance may occur in-person depending

• n the number of students and cohort assignments.

Virtual assistance will also be provided

Gifted & Talented

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Students identified previously will continue in the program.

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Students will meet virtually so that cohorts do not co-mingle.

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A schedule will be shared with families in the program in October.

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May occur on Wednesdays or during afternoon learning times.

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New identification guidelines will be shared in the fall as per new state mandate

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Health & Safety

Four-Stage Model - “Stage Two” Return per CDC Guidelines BOE Approved 7/30/2020

Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4

Virtual Learning for All Students Early Dismissal Schedule A/B Cohorts Early Dismissal Schedule No lunch/No recess No Before or After School Clubs/Sports Afternoon Learning for ALL cohorts In-person Learning for all students Early Dismissal Schedule No lunch/No recess No Before or After School Clubs/Sports Afternoon Learning for ALL cohorts In-person Learning for all students Full Day of School Lunch & Recess Before and After School Clubs and Sports Begin

Remote Learning Option Available for Students/Families that request it.

• 6 feet social distancing between individuals in all settings to extent

practicable;

• In Preparation for “Stage 3” - Modification such as physical barriers or

turning desks to same direction

• Face coverings required for all NJ Students/Staff with applicable

exceptions

• Routine cleaning and sanitization of all facilities and light switches door

knobs etc.

• Hand washing or sanitizer frequent intervals

Per CDC / NJDOE

Per CDC / NJDOE

• Masks, social distancing and cleaning and disinfecting – busses
• Student and staff health screening
• Enhanced social distancing / infection control protocols for specials

/ PE - Teachers Change Classes - NOT Students

• Plan for response for student / staff that exhibit symptoms of

COVID-19 (CDC Protocols and Plans Posted to District Website)

▷ Plan for when student / staff tests positive - CDC Guidelines and District Reopening Plan - Posted to Website ▷ Coordination with local health department to support contact tracing efforts - District Reopening Plan - Posted to Website ▷ Plan to ensure that indoor facilities have adequate ventilation

Per CDC / NJDOE

AIR QUALITY & HVAC/FILTER MANAGEMENT

▷ Current NJ mechanical code requires that each space within our buildings to have a certain amount of outside ventilation air in order to maintain proper indoor air quality.

AIR QUALITY & HVAC/FILTER MANAGEMENT

▷ In consultation with our Architect and Engineers, our existing equipment provides such ventilation air and much of our Referendum is focused on the replacement of that equipment which will, in turn, provide improved outside ventilation air. ▷ For rooms without mechanical means to bring in outside air, the code allows for windows that open to provide fresh air to meet the needed outside air component.

▷ The District will be adding to the ventilation air in each classroom by opening up windows as possible and by providing window fans (where needed) which will continue to move the airflow out of the classrooms, media centers, and multi-purpose rooms.

AIR QUALITY & HVAC/FILTER MANAGEMENT

▷ Filters are inspected regularly as part of the District’s preventive maintenance plan and replaced as per manufacturer’s recommendations; at a minimum, every three (3) months. We are employing the use of filters recommended to remove fine particles in the air.

AIR QUALITY & HVAC/FILTER MANAGEMENT

Per CDC / NJDOE

▷ Social distancing during recess / PE ▷ Procedures for resumption of athletics and extracurriculars, if applicable (Oceanport Middle School Athletics and Extra-Curriculars will resume when District is cleared to return to “Stage 4” - Full Re-Opening)

Movement through Stages

Consideration of:

▷ Current Cases In District ▷ New NJ Safety Guidelines (CDC Metrics Posted to District Website)/ State and County COVID-19 Levels / Rate of Transmission / Direct Consultation:

• Department of Health
• Oceanport Emergency Management
• Executive County Superintendent of Schools

Movement through Stages

Additional Guidance and Vetting:

▷ Additional Guidance / Board-Appointed School Physician. ▷ Vetting Information - Board Attorney, Oceanport Board of Education, School Reopening Committee / Pandemic Response Team, Oceanport Administrators’ Association and Oceanport Education Association ▷ Please Note: The district cannot predict the trajectory of the COVID-19 virus or its rate of transmission. Accordingly, the district cannot currently predict a date and time for movement to stage 3.

What is the protocol if someone has a fever and/or symptoms?

✔ Covid-19 Testing will be required for student / staff if symptoms are present. ✔ Individual must remain quarantined 14 days until doctor clearance is provided in writing. ✔ If initial contact tracing indicates that students across cohorts may be impacted, school will call an emergency closure. ✔ Following Consultation with appropriate Agencies, the district will seek additional guidance from the Board-Appointed School Physician. ✔ Virtual learning will ensue until it is deemed safe to return to school by the Department of Health, in consult with: ▪ Board-Approved School Physician ▪ Oceanport Emergency Management ▪ NJDOE Executive County Superintendent

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Resources & Research

Resources - Child Care

▷ Update - Champions Child Care

Resources - Bussing

▷ Update on Courtesy Bussing

Research

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• Ascd. “Chapter 2. The Flipped Classroom.” The Flipped Classroom,

www.ascd.org/publications/books/112060/chapters/The-Flipped-Classroom.aspx. ▷ An Introduction to Hybrid Teaching. www.shawnee.edu/sites/default/files/documents/hybridteachingworkbook.pdf. ▷ Freeman Herreid, Clyde, and Nancy A. Schiller. Case Studies and the Flipped Classroom. 2013, www.aacu.org/sites/default/files/files/PKAL_regional/CRWG-SPEE-REF-01.pdf. ▷ Pass, Emma. The Hybrid Teacher: Survival Guide. 2020. ▷ Schwartz, Sarah. Education Week, 5 Aug. 2020, www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2020/08/06/how-to-make-lessons-cohesive-when-teaching.html. ▷ “The Benefits of Flipped Classrooms for Students with Learning Needs.” The Benefits of Flipped Classrooms for Students with Learning Needs | Education World, www.educationworld.com/benefits-flipped-classrooms-students-learning-needs. ▷ Bergmann, Jon. “Flipped-Learning Toolkit: Getting Everybody On Board.” Edutopia, George Lucas Educational Foundation, 16 Dec. 2014, www.edutopia.org/video/flipped-learning-toolkit-getting-everybody-board. ▷ “COVID-19: When to Quarantine.” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/quarantine.html.

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