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KEARNY SCHOOL DISTRICT Grade PK-12 Virtual & Hybrid Plan Guidance 2020-21 Attached you will find the PK-12 Virtual & Hybrid Plan Guidance for the Kearny School District during the 2020-21 school year due to the COVID-19 virus. Please note the following:
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KEARNY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Grade PK-12 Virtual & Hybrid Plan Guidance 2020-21
Attached you will find the PK-12 Virtual & Hybrid Plan Guidance for the Kearny School District during the 2020-21 school
year due to the COVID-19 virus. Please note the following:
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Table of Contents
I. Virtual Learning Instructional Plan & Schedule--------------------------------------------- Page 2
II. PK-12 Platform: Google Classroom------------------------------------------------------------- Page 10
III. Attendance on Google Classroom--------------------------------------------------------------- Page 11
IV. Posting Assignments on Google Classroom------------------------------------------------- Page 13
V. Google Meet---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Page 15
VI. Classlink--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Page 17
VII. Assessments & Grading----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Page 18
VIII. Parent Orientation & Back to School Night---------------------------------------------------- Page 22
IX. General Guidance for Teachers--------------------------------------------------------------------- Page 23
X. Curriculum & Instruction Resources & Links------------------------------------------------- Page 28
XI. Hybrid Learning Instructional Plan & Schedule---------------------------------------------- Page 49
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I. Virtual Learning Schedule Instructional Plan & Schedule
The following is the schedule for virtual learning. This schedule will be followed for all students beginning on Tuesday,
September 8th (Kearny’s first day of school for students), and until such time that the Kearny Board of Education deems
that it is in the best interest of its students and faculty to return to in-person learning.
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
VIRTUAL
SCHOOL
STRUCTURED
VIRTUAL
LEARNING
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL LEARNING STRUCTURED
VIRTUAL
LEARNING
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL LEARNING
STRUCTURED VIRTUAL
LEARNING
SCHOOL DAY - ALL
CLASSES
SCHOOL DAY -
ALL CLASSES
SCHOOL DAY -
ALL CLASSES
Preschool TS Creative
Curriculum:
60 minutes
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL
LEARNING
TS Creative
Curriculum:
60 minutes
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL
LEARNING
TS Creative Curriculum:
60 minutes
ELEMENTARY
Kindergarten
ELA: 30 minutes
Math: 30 minutes
*Integrated Science
& Social Studies
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL
LEARNING
ELA: 30 minutes
Math: 30 minutes
*Integrated Science
& Social Studies
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL
LEARNING
ELA: 30 minutes
Math: 30 minutes
*Integrated Science &
Social Studies
ELEMENTARY
Grades 1-2
ELA: 45 minutes
Math: 45 minutes
*Integrated Science
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL
LEARNING
ELA: 45 minutes
Math: 45 minutes
*Integrated Science
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL
LEARNING
ELA: 45 minutes
Math: 45 minutes
*Integrated Science &
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& Social Studies
& Social Studies
Social Studies
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
ELEMENTARY
Grades 3-5
ELA: 45 minutes
Math: 45 Minutes
Science: 30 Minutes
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL LEARNING
ELA: 45 minutes
Math: 45 Minutes
Science: 30 Minutes
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL LEARNING
ELA: 45 minutes
Math: 45 Minutes
Social Studies: 30 Minutes
ELEMENTARY
GRADE 6 FOLLOW PERIOD
SCHEDULE*
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL
LEARNING FOLLOW PERIOD
SCHEDULE
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL
LEARNING FOLLOW PERIOD
SCHEDULE
MIDDLE
SCHOOL FOLLOW PERIOD
SCHEDULE*
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL
LEARNING FOLLOW PERIOD
SCHEDULE
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL
LEARNING FOLLOW PERIOD
SCHEDULE
HIGH
SCHOOL FOLLOW PERIOD
SCHEDULE*
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL
LEARNING FOLLOW PERIOD
SCHEDULE
FLEXIBLE VIRTUAL
LEARNING FOLLOW PERIOD
SCHEDULE
*Google Meetings should be for the entire period for each subject (Grades 6-12).
● The district's virtual school will alternate structured and flexible school days. Teacher interactions will occur on
structured learning days (see grade level chart above for required Google Meeting requirements).
● On Flexible Virtual Learning Days, teachers are expected to be available to assist students through Google
Classroom as needed.
● Elementary teachers should be sure to provide students with breaks as needed during structured learning days.
● The following classes (Grades K-5) will take place virtually in accordance with the assigned schedule from their
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building principal: Art, Computer Literacy, Music, PE/Health, and World Language.
● Enrichment classes and G.A.T.E (grades 1-6) will commence the week of September 28th.
SEPTEMBER SCHEDULE
SEPTEMBER SCHEDULE MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
7 8 9 10 11
Week of September 8-11: Teachers will be scheduled to go to buildings this week to prepare student materials for pick-up.
LABOR DAY NO SCHOOL
Flexible Virtual Learning
Structured Virtual Learning
Flexible Virtual Learning
Structured Virtual Learning
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Week of September 14-18: Parents will be scheduled to go to buildings this week to pick up student materials.
Structured Virtual Learning
Flexible Virtual Learning
Structured Virtual Learning
Flexible Virtual Learning
Structured Virtual Learning
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Structured Virtual Learning
Flexible Virtual Learning
Structured Virtual Learning
Flexible Virtual Learning
Structured Virtual Learning
Virtual Back to School Night/ Parent Information Night
PK-6 LMS KHS
● Sample September 8 Activities: Teacher Introductory Video, General Instructions regarding procedures, Getting to
Know You assignments, etc.
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● Arrangements will be made at each school for students to pick up needed books, materials and supplies for virtual
learning at the start of the school year.
Schedule / Time:
● School will be in session for 180 days and all school days will fulfill the instructional minutes required for a school day.
a. For all Elementary students, the school day will begin at 8:40a.m. and end at 1:10p.m. for virtual learning.
b. For all Middle & High School students, the school day will begin at 8:20a.m. and end at 12:53/12:55p.m for virtual learning.
● Teachers will be provided a 45 minute lunch at the end of the school day as well as common planning time. Common planning time can be used to cultivate future lessons, conduct follow-up with individual students, parents and support staff, pursue professional development, participate in district and school PLC’s, prepare virtual lessons or activities for Google Classroom etc.
Elementary Bell Schedule
Period Time
1 8:40 - 9:10
2 9:10 - 9:40
3 9:40 - 10:10
4 10:10 - 10:40
5 10:40 - 11:10
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6 11:10 - 11:40
7 11:40 - 12:10
8 12:10 - 12:40
9 12:40 - 1:10
LUNCH 1:10-1:55
COMMON PLANNING TIME 1:55-2:55
Middle School Bell Schedule
Period Time
1 8:20 - 9:03
2 9:06 - 9:49
3 9:52 - 10:35
4 10:38 - 11:21
5 11:24 - 12:07
6 12:10 - 12:53
LUNCH 12:53 - 1:38
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COMMON PLANNING TIME 1:38 - 2:38
High School Bell Schedule
Period Time
1 8:20 - 8:52
2 8:54 - 9:26
3 9:28 - 10:00
4 10:03 - 10:35
5 10:38 - 11:10
6 11:13 - 11:45
7 11:48 - 12:20
8 12:23 - 12:55
LUNCH 12:55 - 1:40
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COMMON PLANNING TIME 1:40 - 2:38
On structured days, elementary students must log on at 8:40 a.m. and follow the schedule developed by their grade level
teachers. It is suggested that you follow the period bell schedule and collaborate with your grade level partners to determine
what works best.
The minutes noted above will be utilized for live synchronous instruction on structured days. The NJDOE requires that
students receive four hours of “active instruction” daily. In addition to the amount of prescribed live instructional minutes
noted, K-5 teachers may wish to post additional assignments and videos as needed in order to fulfill the requirement. When
developing daily and weekly schedules, special consideration must be given to the needs of Special Education,
Bilingual/ESL and ASI students.
The following is K-5 guidance regarding the number of periods(time) in the elementary bell schedule that should be allotted
by subject:
Kindergarten, Grade One, Grade Two
SUBJECT # of PERIODS Total Time
ELA 4 2 hours
MATH 3 1 hour & 30 minutes
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SPECIALS 1 30 minutes
**LUNCH/BREAKS 1 30 minutes
Total # Periods 9 4 hours & 30 minutes
Grades 3-5
SUBJECT # of PERIODS Total Time
ELA 3 1 hour & 30 minutes
MATH 2 1 hour
SCIENCE 1 30 minutes
SOCIAL STUDIES 1 30 minutes
SPECIALS 1 30 minutes
**LUNCH/BREAKS 1 30 minutes
Total # Periods 9 4 hours & 30 minutes
***Although a lunch period is provided at the end of the instructional day, we have retained lunch in the regular
schedule for students. This time should be used as a screen break and provide students a chance to move around,
grab a snack, etc. Teachers can use the time to answer emails, etc.
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PK-12 PLATFORM: GOOGLE CLASSROOM
In grades PK-12, the district will utilize GOOGLE CLASSROOM to maintain communication with students and parents, post
assignments, access all websites and platforms, and schedule class meetings. Teachers may also use the Remind app as
needed. All synchronous learning will be conducted through GOOGLE MEET. By utilizing one platform across all grade
levels, this will minimize confusion on the part of students and families, particularly those with siblings in multiple grade
levels.
All teachers and classes are expected to have their own Google Classroom Class Page. When an individual student logs
on to their Google Classroom, they should encounter a screen similar to the one below:
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ATTENDANCE ON GOOGLE CLASSROOM
Student attendance will be monitored and recorded daily to ensure compliance with the 180 day school year requirement.
Attendance will be taken daily Monday through Friday on both structured and flexible days.
Preschool through Grade Six
Attendance in Preschool through Grade 6 will be taken by teachers on Mondays, Wednesday, and Fridays (structured
learning days). Attendance on Tuesdays and Thursdays will be taken based on the completed work assigned on the flexible
days. Teachers will communicate with parents upon three consecutive absences to confirm that the student is sick. If
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unable to successfully contact a parent once a child reaches 3 absences, the teacher must advise the school counselor and
building administrator who will determine next steps.
Grades 7-12
Attendance on both structured and flexible days will be taken by period on Google Classroom.
On Structured Days (Monday, Wednesday, Friday), teachers will take attendance based on student presence in virtual
lessons. Teachers must record daily class attendance by period on structured days in Genesis.
On Flexible Days (Tuesday & Thursday), teachers will post an attendance assignment which will be taken on Google
Classroom. Attendance must be submitted by students by 8pm daily. Teachers must record attendance in Genesis for the
prior day by 3pm daily. If students do not submit their attendance by 8pm, they will be marked absent for that day. Teachers
will communicate with parents upon three consecutive absences to confirm that the student is sick. If unable to successfully
contact a parent once a child reaches 3 absences, the teacher must advise the school counselor and building administrator
who will determine next steps.
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Teachers will track student attendance in Google Classroom by posting an attendance “assignment” that will look as follows:
Teachers will require students to type their first and last name and answer a simple question such as, “Are you ready to
begin your work today?” The only answer option will be “yes.” Students must submit their response. The attendance
assignment should be posted for students no later than 8am for the day.
If students do not submit their attendance by 8pm, they will be marked absent. Parents will be required to contact the school
nurse in the event their child is sick or will be absent from school on either structured or flexible days. Failure to contact the
school will result in their child receiving an unexcused absence for the school day. Teachers will follow up with parents
upon three consecutive absences to confirm that the student is sick. If unable to successfully contact a parent once a child
reaches 3 absences, the teacher must advise the school counselor or building administrator who will determine next steps.
POSTING ASSIGNMENTS ON GOOGLE CLASSROOM
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Teachers will post all daily assignments on the main page of their class page in Google Classroom. All assignments for the
day must be posted no later than 8am each day. ( Assignments may be scheduled to post at a specific time in Google
Classroom.)
TO DO LIST:
All assignments will be preceded by a daily posting of a “To Do List” for students. On this To Do List, teachers will briefly
outline step by step what students are expected to complete each day in the order of the tasks. The following is an
example:
ASSIGNMENT:
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All Assignments should be clear and also list specific steps for students as appropriate. The following is an example:
GOOGLE MEET
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In grades PK-12, Google Meet will be the platform utilized for virtual classroom meetings by ALL faculty. The following are
guidelines for the use of Google Meet with your students:
GOOGLE MEET GUIDELINES
1. Teachers and students must use only kearnyschools.com accounts for Google Meet; no students/teachers should be
using personal accounts for any remote learning purposes.
2. Maintain professional decorum (in appearance and speech) as one would during in-class lessons.
3. Always be aware that a parent may be in the room with the student; consider tone as you would when writing an email
to a parent.
4. Remain on topic with your objective; offer a follow up session if you cannot answer students' questions at the time of
lesson delivery.
5. Be cognizant and considerate of students' feelings and thoughts during virtual learning and during this difficult time.
Direct students in need to the appropriate counselor should they bring up sensitive topics which require such support
services.
6. Teachers should develop similar guidelines for their students that are age appropriate. Teachers should inform their
building principal or department supervisor of any students that conduct themselves inappropriately during virtual sessions.
*Please be advised that all school rules and policies remain in effect and the use of Google Hangouts or Meet is covered
under the Acceptable Use Policy.
Please note the following Google Meet updates and enhancements that will be available shortly:
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Additional Information:
What's New on Google Classroom & Google Meet
CLASSLINK
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Classlink will be utilized as a SSO (Single Sign On) for students and parents in grades PK-12. The link will be shared directly in Google
Classroom. Once students are logged on to ClassLink, they will be brought to a page that is similar to the one below:
Students will then be able to click on the icon of the site/platform they need to access and will be taken directly to their
page/assignment. There will be no need for students and families to keep track of multiple usernames, passwords and
other login information. Webinars on the use of Classlink will be made available to staff.
ASSESSMENTS & GRADING
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Students will have 48 hours to complete all assignments. In the case of lengthier assignments or projects, it is the teacher's
discretion to determine a longer period of time before the assignment is due. Special consideration can be given to those
students that have a hardship. Otherwise, a failure to submit assignments in a timely manner will result in a loss of credit
for the assignment. When deemed appropriate, extensions may be granted if needed.
Participation in scheduled structured virtual classes is required. Failure to participate will result in a loss of credit for the
day unless there is an extenuating circumstance that prevents the student from participating. This will be determined on a
case by case basis by the teacher in conjunction with the building principal and/or department supervisor.
If there is reason to believe a student is not completing their work independently when required or if it appears that it is not
the student’s original work, the teacher should contact the parent directly to express his/her concern. If the situation persists,
the teacher should contact the building principal and/or department supervisor for further guidance.
Grading criteria will remain the same as prior to the pandemic and distance learning. Use teacher discretion when giving
diagnostic, formative and summative assessments. You may continue to assign projects, quizzes, etc. Grading should
primarily be based on submission and completion of work. We understand that at this time it may be difficult to gauge
student understanding and determine how much assistance students are receiving. Continue to give timely feedback to
students, with opportunities for those who cannot access instruction to make up missed assignments. (In assessing student
work, you may wish to use a check system, i.e.: √++ (complete all correct), √+ (complete most correct), √ (complete few
correct), √- (complete but incorrect). This is just an example; it is not mandatory. Report card comments in grades 6-12
will continue to include the following indicator: Distance Learning work has not been completed.
Gaps in student learning will be determined based on assessment results and including informal assessments of students
through assignments, virtual lessons, etc. Student progress during the school year should be assessed often through
formative assessments and instruction should be adjusted accordingly. During this time of virtual learning, collaboration
with the curriculum department, building principals, and grade level and subject area colleagues will be necessary to
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determine appropriate grading practices and maintain consistency in how students are assessed. This will be accomplished
through scheduled meetings occurring during the last hour of the school day.
The district will administer the following assessments at the beginning of the school year in order to support evaluation of
student strengths and determine areas in need of improvement. Assessment data will be utilized to determine which student
learning objectives/standards should be focused on. This information will inform next steps, including determining whether
remediation is required for an entire group of students or on an individual basis on any given skill/concept. All assessments
will be administered virtually on either a structured or flexible learning day as per teacher discretion within the testing
windows noted. It is important to relay to parents that students should complete assessments unassisted so that the data
is most reliable. Parents should also understand that the beginning of year assessments are not graded.
Required District Assessments for Grades PreK – 12 FALL 2020
Revised 08/18 /2020
Grade Assessments Date Due
Pre K ⮚ Teaching Strategies GOLD (Fall Checkpoint)
December 18, 2020
K ⮚ Fall Benchmark Assessment (Teacher guidance will be provided regarding benchmark
administration.)
October 30, 2020
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⮚ Literably-Fall (Teacher guidance regarding benchmark administration will be provided.)
October 16, 2020
⮚ GoMath! Beginning of Year Benchmark Assessment
October 16, 2020
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⮚ Literably- Fall (Teacher guidance regarding benchmark administration will be provided.)
October 16, 2020
⮚ GoMath! Beginning of Year Benchmark Assessment
October 16, 2020
Grade Assessments Date Due
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⮚ Achieve 3000 Pre-Level Set Window: September 14-25, 2020
⮚ 2020-21 Gr 3 ELA LinkIt! NJSLS Form A Window: Sept. 28 - Oct. 9, 2020
⮚ 2020-21 Gr 3 Math LinkIt! NJSLS Form A
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⮚ Achieve 3000 Pre-Level Set
Window: September 14-25, 2020
⮚ 2020-21 Gr 4 ELA Linkit! NJSLS Form A
Window: Sept. 28 - Oct. 9, 2020
⮚ 2020-21 Gr 4 Math LinkIt! NJSLS Form A
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⮚ Achieve 3000 Pre-Level Set Window: September 14-25, 2020
⮚ 2020-21 Gr 5 ELA Linkit! NJSLS Form A Window: Sept. 28 - Oct. 9, 2020
⮚ 2020-21 Gr 5 Math LinkIt! NJSLS Form A
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⮚ Achieve 3000 Pre-Level Set (ELA) Window: September 14-25, 2020
⮚ 2020-21 Gr 6 ELA LinkIt! NJSLS Form A Window: Sept. 28 - Oct. 9, 2020
⮚ 2020-21 Gr 6 Math LinkIt! NJSLS Form A
⮚ LinkIt! G6 Social Studies Form A
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⮚ Achieve 3000 Pre-Level Set (ELA)
Window:September 14-25, 2020
⮚ 2020-21 Gr 7 ELA LinkIt! NJSLS Form A
Window: Sept. 28 - Oct. 9, 2020
⮚ Gr 7 Math and Gr 7 Honors Math: i-Ready Diagnostic #1 *(September 14, 16, 18 only)
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⮚ Achieve 3000 Pre-Level Set (ELA) Window: September 14-25, 2020
⮚ 2020-21 Gr 8 ELA LinkIt! NJSLS Form A Window: Sept. 28 - Oct. 9, 2020
⮚ Gr 8 Math: i-Ready Diagnostic #1 *(September 14, 16, 18 only)
⮚ Gr 8 Algebra 1: (6-8 Bank) 2020-21 Gr MS Algebra I LinkIt! NJSLS Form A
⮚ LinkIt! G8 Social Studies Form A
Grade 9-12 Assessments Date Due
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English
⮚ Achieve 3000 Pre-Level Set (Grade 9) Window: September 14-25, 2020
⮚ 2020-21 English I LinkIt! NJSLS Form A Window: Sept. 28 - Oct. 9, 2020
⮚ 2020-21 English II LinkIt! NJSLS Form A
⮚ 2020-21 English III LinkIt! NJSLS Form A
⮚ LinkIt! American Issues E Form A
⮚ LinkIt! ELA Writing Form A
⮚ LinkIt! ESL Advanced Form A
⮚ LinkIt! ESL High Beginner Form A
⮚ LinkIt! ESL Intermediate Form A
⮚ LinkIt! ESL Low Beginner Form A
Math
⮚ 2020-21 Algebra I LinkIt! NJSLS Form A Window: Sept. 28 - Oct 9, 2020
⮚ 2020-21 Algebra II LinkIt! NJSLS Form A
⮚ 2020-21 Geometry LinkIt! NJSLS Form A
⮚ LinkIt! Pre Calculus Form A
⮚ Calculus Form A
⮚ Probability and Statistics Form A
➢ Unified Mathematics Form A
➢ Modern Mathematics Form A ➢ College Algebra Form A
PARENT ORIENTATION & BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT/PARENT INFORMATION NIGHT
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During the first few weeks of school it is crucial to communicate with parents and students virtually during parent orientation
meetings and Back to School/Parent Information Nights. This is a time to get to know your students and families, share
your expectations and routines, explain your Google Classroom page, how assignments will be posted, etc.
Elementary Homeroom Teachers: During the week of September 8, teachers will schedule to meet with parents virtually
for up to one hour in order to introduce themselves and provide general information to parents regarding Google Classroom,
materials students will be receiving, expectations, etc. Teachers should also use this time to ensure they receive updated
contact information from parents (phone number and email address).
Middle & High School Teachers: During the week of September 8, teachers should communicate with parents via email
in order to introduce themselves and provide general information to parents regarding Google Classroom, materials students
will be receiving, expectations, etc. Teachers should also use this time to ensure they receive updated contact information
from parents (phone number and email address).
During the week of September 21, Back to School Night/Parent Information Night will be held as follows:
DATE SCHOOL TIME
September 22 All PK-6 Elementary Schools 7:00 p.m.
September 23 LMS 7:00 p.m.
September 24 KHS 7:00 p.m.
GENERAL GUIDANCE FOR TEACHERS
● During synchronous structured lessons (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) actual teaching of a skill/concept should be
taking place, not just chat sessions or simply directing students regarding a particular assignment.
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● Plan standards-based lessons to meet the needs of students at various levels
● Provide predictable routines and structures for students and maintain student engagement through varied
instructional strategies/modalities
● Communicate directly with parents when there is a concern and provide regular feedback to students and families
on expectations and progress.
● Establish a daily and weekly routine that is consistent and is coordinated with the grade level/subject area partners
in your school.
● Establish classroom community and routines and strong partnerships with parents
● At the beginning of the school year, provide parents with access to Google Classroom, Classlink and any other login
information needed. Meeting virtually with students and families prior to the first day of school is strongly encouraged
in order to begin building relationships and communicate expectations.
● By the end of the first full week of school, if contact has not been established with students/parents, teachers will
inform their building principal.
● Teachers must request updated contact information at the beginning of the school year which will include a phone
number and email address. In the event that attempts to contact the parent/student by phone, email, Google
Classroom, etc. prove to be unsuccessful, the teacher will notify the building principal and/or the school counselor in
order to determine next steps.
● Social Emotional Learning (SEL) should be incorporated into lessons where possible.
● On asynchronous Flexible virtual learning days (Tuesdays and Thursdays), the posting of recorded lessons for
students using Google extensions such as Screencastify is strongly encouraged.
● When assigning tasks, teachers must take into consideration the different learning abilities of students and how that
may contribute to the time it takes them to complete assignments. Reflect on the amount of work being assigned to
students and ask parents for feedback. We do not want to create a situation where distance learning is overly
burdensome for students, parents, or teachers. Teachers should use their discretion to strike an appropriate balance
between the required instruction while also considering needs at home. You know your students best and how long
a task might take them to complete - and how much longer it may take when it is being done at home with or without
parental support. We have to account for our individual community and the types of support, or lack thereof, that
students may experience at home. There may be language barriers, parents that still need to work, grandparents as
caretakers with no internet access, lack of knowledge in Google Classroom, and the list goes on. Flexibility is key.
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● Frequent articulation with grade level and subject area partners should be taking place during common planning time
in order to distribute tasks and to maintain consistency within a school. Collaboration to develop common
assignments, assist one another with technology and to troubleshoot issues that may arise will ease the burden and
help create consistency within a grade level/subject area in each individual school. District grade level and subject
area PLCs will be held on a regular basis in order for teachers to share what they are doing across schools.
Communication, partnership and unity in purpose is expected.
● Activities for the first nine days of school can include: those that build community and allows you to get to know your
students and for students to get to know you, reviewing health & safety protocol, instructing students on new
procedures and routines, conducting a reading survey of your students, etc.
LESSON PLANS: Teachers must continue to submit lesson plans weekly on the Genesis platform that reflect the
assignments students will be asked to complete daily. All assignments will be sent to students through Google Classroom.
SPECIAL EDUCATION: The school district will ensure that special education students will be provided equal access to
the same educational opportunities as the general student population during a school closure. All Inclusion, Resource and Self-Contained students will complete the assignments as requested from the teacher. Teachers must include accommodations and modifications that meet the needs of all students with disabilities as stated in their IEPs.
RELATED SERVICES: Speech, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Counseling will be provided virtually in accordance to the student's IEP. Students will be assessed for regression by their provider and make recommendations to the student’s case manager. The parent and Case Manager, once school re-opens will discuss the compensatory services and initiate a plan to provide them.
AUTISTIC PROGRAM: Students will utilize Rethink, where assignments are assigned to them at their level. In addition, parents will be provided an additional list of activities with resources for their child to complete.
SPEECH THERAPISTS: School therapists will work on the following tasks:
● Attend IEP meetings as required
● Complete evaluations in person as needed.
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● Ensure all SEMI’s are up to date
● Complete IEP’s as needed
● Provide virtual therapy sessions as indicated in the IEP.
TRANSITION TEACHER: The transition teacher will engage in the following tasks:
● Individually email classified students
● Parents/Guardians of applicable Seniors will be contacted regarding DVR services, share their DVR counselor’s contact information and set up potential meetings
● Continue to work with students and to maintain communication with teachers
CHILD STUDY TEAM: CST will conduct IEP meetings via conference call or other methods to the maximum extent possible. They will contact parents, set up a time for a virtual meeting, invite all required personnel, present the information, discuss the IEP and parent concerns and send an email to parents to send back with consent. In cases where a translator is needed appropriate personnel will be in attendance. Assessments will be conducted in person as we receive parental permission. All CST will collaborate with teachers, counselors, therapists and administrators on an ongoing basis to provide support for the students they manage.
BILINGUAL/ESL: ELL eligible students will continue to be scheduled in courses that provide the additional language
development services for which they are entitled. Testing will be conducted to ensure accurate course placement.
All Bilingual/ESL students will complete the assignments as requested from their teacher. Bilingual periods (ELA & Math)
should provide equal access to the same educational opportunities as the general student population during hybrid and
virtual learning. Lessons should be standards-based and appropriate resources utilized, either from the list below or
resources used within the department.
Teachers will communicate in the parent’s home language whenever possible. This includes asking staff members outside
of the ESL/Bilingual department for their assistance when calling home. Additional resources include providing parents and
students with links to tutorial videos and directions in multiple languages. School communications are emailed to parents
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in the language designated as their home language in Genesis. Required documents are professionally translated as
needed.
Teachers are encouraged to differentiate instruction based on the individual needs of the students. This may include
additional support/resources in the student’s home language as well as tailoring assignment requirements based on the
student’s language abilities. Students who qualify for both ESL/Bilingual services and Special Education services will
receive both services as outlined in the student’s IEP. Teachers are also available for meetings online or a phone call to
clarify assignments and address difficulties individual students may be experiencing with the assignment.
The district’s Technology Department works with all students, including ELLs, to ensure appropriate access to the
technology necessary to complete distance learning assignments.
Academic Support Instruction:
All K-5 Academic Support instruction will follow a push-in model. Lessons should be standards-based and appropriate
resources utilized, either from the list below or resources used within the department. All ASI staff should be linked to the
corresponding Google Classrooms of their students.
Technology Department: Technology support will be available during regular school hours via email. All questions should
be emailed to [email protected].
If you have questions or concerns and need guidance, please reach out to your Building Principal, the Curriculum
Department or the Special Services Department. We will continue to share resources as they are received and developed
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and will continue to collaborate with grade level and subject area teachers across the district to provide assistance and
suggestions. We will also continue to work together to make curricular decisions as virtual learning continues.
CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION RESOURCES & LINKS
Grade Level and subject area folders will be provided with curriculum and program resources. Professional development
on all resources will be ongoing as needed and will continue to include Google Classroom as well as SEL related topics.
Listed below are the district-adopted and board-approved program links, district subscriptions and free resources. Any
other websites or resources that are not listed below must be approved by the Curriculum Department prior to use during
virtual learning.
http://www.amazingeducationalresources.com/
PK-12 Classroom Platform: classroom.google.com
Teachers may also utilize the Remind app.
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Grade English Language Arts Social Studies Mathematics Science
PK
Preschool students will be prescribed the following activities daily: TS Creative Curriculum, Ready for Preschool Backpack, & My First Draw & Write Journal Activities Outdoor Play (30 minute minimum) Monday, Wednesday, Friday: Virtual Class Meetings Online Educational Resource (choose from list below) Lunch Nap
Creative Curriculum - https://www.facebook.com/TeachingStrategiesForEarlyChildhood/
Resources available in both English & Spanish have (E/S) indicated:
a. Healthy at Home: A Toolkit for Supporting Families Impacted by COVID-19 (E/S) · Prevention & Care, Emotional Well-Being, Learning at Home · Learning at Home: IT2 through Kindergarten activities (will be updated weekly) · Explore tabs: activities are linked to both MightyMinutes® and LearningGames®
b. Creating Consistency: Discovery & Learning with Your Preschooler at Home · Our newest Blog Post, with embedded resources & supports · Sample Letter to Families, Sample Schedule w tips, Activities to Share w Families (E/S)
c. Article: Support for School Leaders, Teachers & Families (by Vincent Costanza) · Outlines four ways leaders can take early learning and development into account as they deal with long-term school closures
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District Subscriptions: ● Teaching Strategies ● Starfall ● Education.com ● Happy Numbers
Free Websites: ● Abcmouse.com ● Khan Academy Kids ● Storyline Online ● My Virtual Bitmoji Classroom ● GoNoodle ● Play to Learn Preschool ● ABCya! ● Cookie ● PBS KIDS ● PEEP and the Big Wide World ● Epic!
K District Subscriptions: ● IMSE Orton Resources
● Collaborative Classroom
● Collaborative Classroom The Learning Portal
District Subscriptions: ● Learning Ally ● BrainPOP Jr. ● BrainPOP ELL
● Scholastic News
District Subscriptions: ● Go Math! Think Central.com ● STMath.com ● BrainPOP Jr. ● BrainPOP ELL
District Subscriptions: ● Mystery Science ● BrainPOP Jr. ● BrainPOP ELL
● Learning Ally
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● Learning Ally
● Lalilo ● BrainPOP Jr. ● BrainPOP ELL
● Raz-Kids
● Scholastic News
● Starfall
Free Websites:
● CommonLit ● Epic! ● Khan Academy Kids ● Storyline Online ● My Virtual Bitmoji
Classroom ● ABCya!
Free Websites:
● Epic! ● Storyline Online ● My Virtual Bitmoji
Classroom
● Learning Ally ● Happy Numbers
Free Websites ● Khan Academy Kids ● My Virtual Bitmoji Classroom ● ABCya! ● Math Games ● Education.com ● Cookie ● Bedtime Math
● Scholastic News
Free Websites ● cK12.org ● My Virtual Bitmoji Classroom ● Education.com ● National Geographic
Education ● PEEP and the Big Wide World ● Impact News ● NGSS Phenomena ● Climate Literacy and Energy
Awareness Network (CLEAN)
1-2
District Subscriptions: ● IMSE Orton Resources ● Collaborative Classroom
District Subscriptions: ● Learning Ally
● BrainPOP Jr. ● BrainPOP ELL
District Subscriptions: ● Go Math! Think Central.com ● STMath.com ● BrainPOP Jr.
District Subscriptions: ● MysteryScience.com ● BrainPOP Jr. ● BrainPOP ELL
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● Collaborative Classroom The Learning Portal
● Learning Ally ● Lalilo ● BrainPOP Jr. ● BrainPOP ELL ● Raz-Kids ● Starfall ● Scholastic News ● Literably
Free Websites: ● CommonLit ● CommonLitSpanish ● Epic! ● Khan Academy Kids ● Khan Academy (Grade 2) ● Storyline Online ● My Virtual Bitmoji
Classroom ● ReadWriteThink ● ABCya! ● Quizziz
● Scholastic News
FreeWebsites: ● Epic! ● Storyline Online ● My Virtual Bitmoji
Classroom ● Impact News
● Quizziz
●
● BrainPOP ELL ● Learning Ally ● Happy Numbers
Free Websites ● Khan Academy (Grade 2) ● Khan Academy Kids
● My Virtual Bitmoji Classroom ● ABCya! ● AAA Math ● Prodigy Education ● Math Games ● My Virtual Bitmoji Classroom ● Education.com ● XtraMath ● Sheppard Software ● Bedtime Math ● Quizziz
● Scholastic News ● Learning Ally
Free Websites ● cK12.org ● My Virtual Bitmoji Classroom ● Impact News ● Education.com ● National Geographic
Education ● Sheppard Software ● American Museum of Natural
History ● ReadWorks ● NGSS Phenomena
● Quizziz
● Climate Literacy and Energy
Awareness Network (CLEAN)
3-5
District Subscriptions: ● Collaborative Classroom
District Subscriptions: ● Achieve 3000
District Subscriptions: ● Go Math! Think Central.com
District Subscriptions: ● MysteryScience.com
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● Collaborative Classroom The Learning Portal
● Learning Ally ● BrainPOP ● BrainPOP Jr. ● BrainPOP ELL ● Achieve 3000 ● Learning A-Z ● Scholastic News Grade 3 ● Scholastic News Grade 4 ● Scholastic News Grade 5
Free Websites:
● CommonLit ● CommonLitSpanish ● ReadWorks ● Epic! ● Storyline Online ● My Virtual Bitmoji Class ● Khan Academy ● Quizziz
● BrainPOP ● BrainPOP Jr. ● BrainPOP ELL ● Scholastic Storyworks ● TweenTribune for Social
Studies
Free Websites:
● Readworks.org ● Epic! ● Storyline Online ● My Virtual Bitmoji
Classroom ● CNN 10 ● k-5impactnews.net ● dogonews.com ● https://www.historyforkid
s.net/ ● Quizziz
● ST Math ● BrainPOP
● BrainPOP Jr. ● BrainPOP ELL ● Happy Numbers ●
Free Websites ● ck12.org ● My Virtual Bitmoji Classroom ● XtraMath.org ● acbya.com ● AAA Math ● Khan Academy ● sheppardsoftware.com ● mathgames.com ● My Virtual Bitmoji Classroom ● illustrativemathematics.org/
● prodigygame.com
● Education.com ● XtraMath ● Bedtime Math ● Quizziz
● Achieve3000.com ● Science A-Z.com (Teacher
only) ● Brainpop.com ● BrainPOP Jr. ● BrainPOP ELL ● Scholastic Storyworks
FreeWebsites: ● Readworks.org ● ck12.org ● My Virtual Bitmoji Classroom ● k-
5impactnews.azurewebsites.net
● sciencebob.com ● weatherwizkids.com ● climatekids.nasa.gov ● discoverymindblown.com ● amnh.org/explore/ology ● Education.com ● nationalgeographic.org/educ
ation ● Ngssphenomena.com
● Quizziz
● Climate Literacy and Energy
Awareness Network (CLEAN)
District Subscriptions: District Subscriptions: District Subscriptions: District Subscriptions:
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6-8 ● Learning Ally ● https://www.brainpop.co
m/ ● jr.brainpop.com ● https://ell.brainpop.com/
● Achieve3000.com ● sn56.scholastic.com ● My.hrw.com
Free Websites:
● CommonLit.org ● CommonLitSpanish ● ReadWorks.org
● Ted Talks ● Khan Academy ● www.edulastic.com ● Quizziz ● Ditch That Textbook
● Achieve3000.com ● IXL Social Studies ● BrainPop.com
● jr.brainpop.com ● ell.brainpop.com ● sn56.scholastic.com ● My.hrw.com
Free Websites: ● Readworks.org ● ck12.org ● Next Gen Personal Finance ● CNN 10 ● Ted Talks ● TweenTribune.com ● Khanacademy.org/humani
ties/world-history (Grade
6)
● Khanacademy.org/humani
ties/us-history (Grades 7 &
8)
● Quizziz
● Savvas Realize (Envision) ● STMath.com (Grade 6 Only) ● i-Ready (Grade 7 & 8)
● IXL Grade 6 Math
● Brainpop.com
● jr.brainpop.com ● Ell.brainpop.com
Free Websites
● ck12.org ● AAA Math ● Desmos.com ● DeltaMath.com ● Khan Academy ● edulastic.com ● PHet ● blog.mrmeyer.com/category
/3acts
● mathgames.com
● coolmath.com ● Purple Math ● Quizziz
Available Apps:
● TI-84 Plus SmartView CE
for Chromebook
● Hypatia- Equation Editor
● Achieve3000.com ● Brainpop.com ● jr.brainpop.com ● ell.brainpop.com ● STCMS - Science and
Technology Concepts - Middle School
Free Websites: ● Readworks.org ● ck12.org ● Phet.colorado.edu ● Ted Talks ● edulastic.com ● ngssphenomena.com ● nationalgeographic.org/educ
ation ● http://www.bozemanscience.
com/ ● Quizziz ● Climate Literacy and Energy
Awareness Network (CLEAN)
Available Apps:
● TI-84 Plus SmartView CE
for Chromebook
● Hypatia- Equation Editor
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9-12 District Subscriptions: ● Learning Ally ● Achieve3000.com (Grade
9) ● membean (Grade 9-11) ● Edgenuity ● turnitin ● snosites (Journalism)
Free Websites: ● CommonLit.org ● CommonLitSpanish ● Readworks.org ● Quizlet ● Ted Talks ● Learner.org/subject/englis
h-language-arts/ ● Khan Academy ● Citations (owl.purdue.edu) ● ReadWriteThink.org ● Time4Writing.com ● Readtheory.org ● www.edulastic.com ● Quizziz ● Ditch That Textbook
District Subscriptions: ● Edgenuity
Free Websites: ● Readworks.org ● ck12.org ● Quizlet ● CNN 10 ● Ted Talks ● EduHam ● Khanacademy.org/humani
ties/world-history
● Quizziz
District Subscriptions: ● Savvas Realize (Envision) ● Edgenuity ● KUTA Software
Free Websites:
● illustrativemathematics.org/ ● ck12.org ● Desmos ● Khan Academy ● blog.mrmeyer.com/category
/3acts
● coolmath.com ● PHet ● edulastic.com ● Purple Math ● Quizziz ● Delta Math
Available Apps: ● TI-84 Plus SmartView CE
for Chromebook ● Hypatia - Equation Editor
https://gsuite.google.com/marketplace/app/hypatia/590044986674
District Subscriptions: ● Edgenuity
Free Websites:
● Readworks.org ● ck12.org ● Phet.colorado.edu
● www.amoebasisters.com ● http://www.bozemanscience.
com/ ● Ted Talks ● Khan Academy Science ● ngssphenomena.com
● nationalgeographic.org/educ
ation
● edulastic.com ● Science World Current
Science - Scholastic
● Quizziz
● Climate Literacy and Energy
Awareness Network (CLEAN)
● PBS Digital Studios
● ACS Chemistry for Life
● AACT
● Royal Society of Chemistry
● HHMI BioInteractive
● Learn.Genetics
● ChemCollective
● Gary L. Bertrand Resources
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Available Apps: ● TI-84 Plus SmartView CE
for Chromebook ● Hypatia - Equation Editor
https://gsuite.google.com/marketplace/app/hypatia/590044986674
9-12
Business/Tech
● Khan Academy ● Everfi ● Next Gen Personal Finance ● Project Lead The Way ● K-12 Cengage (Accounting) ● Onshape ● Ted ED Personal Finance ● Glencoe Personal Finance ● PBS.org (Your Life, Your Money) ● Glencoe Economics ● Gravit Designer ● Photopea ● Lucidpress
Advanced
Placement
● College Board
LMS
Automation &
Robotics
● Vexcode VR ● Project Lead The Way
Grade 7&8 LLD ● Studies Weekly
K-12
MUSIC
● Finale Music ● Smart Music ● Sight Reading Factory
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● Flat ● Incredibox
K-12
ART
● Google Arts & Culture
K-12 Phys Ed
&
Health/Dance
● The Great Body Shop ● Open PE ● The Kids Coach ● SWORKIT ● Exploratorium ● PE Central ● Nike Training Club ● Everfi ● Teacher Made ● Darebee ● Go Noodle ● Kids Health in the Classroom ● Shape America ● BrainPOP Jr. ● BrainPOP ● NJAHPERD ● Bari Koral Yoga ● US Department of Health & Human Services ● AMAZE.org
K-12 World
Language
● Duolingo ● ProfeDeELE ● Languages Online ● Languages Online au ● Muzzy BBC (Italian) ● Rockalingua (Spanish)
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● Type French Accents ● Learn Alberta (French) ● Crickweb (French) ● Lasouris (French) ● Lululataupe (French) ● Tidou.fr (French) ● Mama Lisa's World ● Le Point du FLE ● Primary Resources.co.uk ● MOMES par Parents (French) ● Google Arts & Culture ● Archeologie Culture Lascaux (French) ● The Eiffel Tower Tour ● Louvre Museum Tour ● Statue of Liberty Virtual Tour ● Lexique FLE ● Baby Flash (Italian) ● Jeux Educatifs en Ligne (French)
K-8 Computer
Literacy &
Coding
● Learning.com ● Code.org ● Typing Club ● Dance Mat Typing ● Free Typing Game.Net
Library/Media ● Kearny Library ● Stories on Audible ● Libby App ● Storyline Online ● PBS Kids ● Epic! ● Tumble Book Library
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K-12
Counseling
● CASEL CARES INITIATIVE ● NJ HOPELINE ● Children’s System of Care: Call this number to find out about services for children and teens with emotional and
behavioral heal ● Naviance
Movement &
Mindfulness
● Mind Yeti ● Go Noodle
Special
Education
● rethinkEd
Bilingual/ESL ● ESL Library ● VOCES Digital ● Storyboard That
K-12 Data
Management
& Assessment
Platform
● LinkIt!
PK-12 General
Resources
● Kahoot ● Edpuzzle ● Learning Ally ●
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X. Hybrid Learning Instructional Plan & Schedule
When the Kearny School District is deems it safe to open schools for in-person learning, the following hybrid model will be
used:
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
HYBRID GROUP B -
In School
GROUP B -
In School STRUCTURED VIRTUAL
GROUP A -
In School
GROUP A -
In School
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GROUP A - Virtual GROUP A - Virtual
SCHOOL DAY -
ALL CLASSES Group B - Virtual Group B - Virtual
FULL BUILDING
SANITIZATION
The following is the schedule for the first month of hybrid learning:
TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Day1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5
Elementary -
Grades PreK - 6 8:40 - 1:10
Pre-K, GRADE 1 &
GRADE 4 GROUP A
Pre-K, GRADE 1 &
GRADE 4 GROUP B
STRUCTURED
VIRTUAL
KINDERGARTEN &
GRADE 3 & GRADE 5
GROUP A
KINDERGARTEN &
GRADE 3 & GRADE 5
GROUP B
Lincoln Middle School 8:20 - 12:55
TEAMS 7A, 7E & 8A
& 8E GROUP A
TEAMS 7B & 7D &
8C GROUP A
SCHOOL DAY - ALL
CLASSES
TEAMS 7C & 8B & 8D
GROUP A
TEAMS 7A, 7E & 8A &
8E GROUP B
Kearny High School 8:20 - 12:55 GRADE 9 GROUP A GRADE 9 GROUP B
All Grades PreK - gr.
12 GRADE 10 GROUP A GRADE 10 GROUP B
Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10
Elementary - grades
PreK - 5 8:40 - 1:10
GRADE 2 & GRADE
6 GROUP A
GRADE 2 & GRADE
6 GROUP B
STRUCTURED
VIRTUAL GROUP A - In School GROUP A - In School
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Lincoln Middle School 8:20 - 12:55
TEAMS 7B & 7D &
8C GROUP B
TEAMS 7C & 8B &
8D GROUP B
SCHOOL DAY - ALL
CLASSES Group B - Virtual Group B - Virtual
Kearny High School 8:20 - 12:55
GRADE 11 & 12
GROUP A
GRADE 11 & 12
GROUP B
All Grades PreK - gr.
12 All Grades PreK - gr. 12 All Grades PreK - gr. 12
Day 11 Day 12 Day 13 Day 14 Day 15
Elementary - grades
PreK - 5 8:40 - 1:10
GROUP B - In
School
GROUP B - In
School
STRUCTURED
VIRTUAL GROUP A - In School GROUP A - In School
Lincoln Middle School 8:20 - 12:55 GROUP A - Virtual GROUP A - Virtual
SCHOOL DAY - ALL
CLASSES Group B - Virtual Group B - Virtual
Kearny High School 8:20 - 12:55
All Grades PreK - gr.
12
All Grades PreK - gr.
12
All Grades PreK - gr.
12 All Grades PreK - gr. 12 All Grades PreK - gr. 12
Day 16 Day 17 Day 18 Day 19 Day 20
Elementary - grades
PreK - 5 8:40 - 1:10
GROUP B - In
School
GROUP B - In
School
STRUCTURED
VIRTUAL GROUP A - In School GROUP A - In School
Lincoln Middle School 8:20 - 12:55 GROUP A - Virtual GROUP A - Virtual
SCHOOL DAY - ALL
CLASSES Group B - Virtual Group B - Virtual
Kearny High School 8:20 - 12:55
All Grades PreK - gr.
12
All Grades PreK - gr.
12
All Grades PreK - gr.
12 All Grades PreK - gr. 12 All Grades PreK - gr. 12
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● Students will return to school for in-person instruction according to their assigned Group beginning on Day 9.
● After careful evaluation, we may increase the number of in-person days for all grade levels once we are operating
under the hybrid model. The district may also decide to return to the all virtual plan. This will be dependent upon
existing health issues at the time.
Hybrid Elementary Bell Schedule
Period Time
1 8:40 - 9:10
2 9:10 - 9:40
● Recess scheduled periods 2-8
during hybrid learning.
3 9:40 - 10:10
4 10:10 - 10:40
5 10:40 - 11:10
6 11:10 - 11:40
7 11:40 - 12:10
8 12:10 - 12:40
9 12:40 - 1:10
LUNCH 1:10-1:55
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COMMON PLANNING TIME 1:55-2:55
Hybrid Middle School Bell Schedule
Period Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Section B Section B ALL VIRTUAL Section A Section A
1 8:20 - 9:03
2 9:06 - 9:49
3 9:52 - 10:35
4 10:38 - 11:21
5 11:24 - 12:07
6 12:10 - 12:53
LUNCH 12:53 - 1:38
COMMON PLANNING TIME
1:38 - 2:38
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Hybrid High School Bell Schedule
Times Monday Group B
Tuesday Group B
Period Structured Virtual Day
Wednesday Thursday Group A
Friday Group A
8:20-9:25 1 6 1 2
8:20-8:52 8:54-9:26
Review & Preview 1 6
9:30-10:35 2 7 3 4
9:28-10:00 10:03-10:35
Review & Preview 2 7
10:40-11:45 3 8 5 6
10:38-11:10 11:13-11:45
Review & Preview 3 8
11:50-12:55 4 5 7 8
11:48-12:20 12:23-12:55
Review & Preview 4 5
12:55 - 1:38 Lunch Lunch Lunch 12:55-1:40 Lunch
Lunch Lunch Lunch
1:38 - 2:38 PLC/Office hrs
PLC/Office hrs
PLC/Office hrs.
1:40-2:38 PLC/Office Hours
PLC/Office Hours PLC/Office hrs PLC/Office hrs
● Students will physically come to school 2 days/week and be required to participate in a Virtual Learning online class meeting
on Wednesday. Group B (Mon & Tues), Group A (Thurs & Frid). This lowers the number of students in the building by half.
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● Periods 4 & 5 are lunch periods (no period 6 lunch for this Hybrid Schedule.)
● Duty schedule will consist of monitoring bathrooms and classrooms of teachers who are out.
● Lunch for EVERY teacher is during the 12:55 - 1:38 block.
● Any free periods between 8:20 and 12:55 will be used for duty or prep (NOT LUNCH)
● 12:55 - 2:38 - no students in the building,
● 1:38 - 2:38 may be used for PLC meetings and student office hours as scheduled by your supervisor. The recommendation is
2 days per week PLC and 2 days per week Office hours - TBD.
● Wednesday is a Virtual Learning day. The expectation for this day is NOT to give assignments and/or homework, it will be
designed to meet with each class for 32 minutes to review what was done on M/T and what you will be doing on TH/F.
Assessments may be administered with supervisory permission. Keep in mind, if everyone gave their assessments on Wed.,
students would be at a decided disadvantage.
Additional Information regarding the Hybrid School Day: ● Hybrid model requires all classes to be divided in half (Group A and Group B) to ensure smaller class size.
a. Group A attends school for in-person instruction on Thursday and Friday, and participates in flexible virtual instruction on Monday and Tuesday. All students meet in a structured virtual classroom on Wednesdays.
b. Group B participates in flexible virtual instruction on Thursday and Friday, and attends school for in-person instruction on Monday and Tuesday. All students meet in a structured virtual classroom on Wednesdays.
c. Middle School PLTW (Project Lead the Way) will only be available in the hybrid model. d. High School CTE and PLTW will only be available in hybrid model.
● Any student choosing to attend the hybrid model at their home school may request to switch to the virtual program at any time by emailing their home school building principal who will facilitate the change.
● In the hybrid schedule, remote students complete independent work while students in classroom receive instruction. ● The district’s virtual school will follow the same curriculum as each of our schools, but will not be affiliated with any par ticular
school.
● Students are assigned a virtual teacher who facilitates online instruction and assessment for students in elementary schools.
Middle and High school students are assigned a virtual teacher for each subject in which they are enrolled.
● Those teaching in the Virtual School will be required to follow the same hourly schedule for structured virtual learning and to participate in common planning activities via online planning meetings and professional development as noted in the district’s instructional plan.
● High School: Required academic classes will be given priority over elective classes. Some electives may not be available. High
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School CTE and PLTW will only be available in hybrid model.
● Middle School PLTW (Project Lead the Way) will only be available in the hybrid model.
The PK-12 Hybrid & Virtual Plan is continually being modified daily as appropriate. Please check the Google Doc
periodically for any changes and/or additions.
Current Version September 12, 2020
