School Opening Plan · according to student IEPs through digital platforms/tools and/or in-person...

BETHEL PARKS C H O O L D I S T R I C T

School Opening Plan

2020-2021 School Year

Agenda

Health and Safety

Food Services

Transportation

Athletics/Activities

Administrative Team

Background

Goals and Strategy

Academics

Student Services

Technology

Presented 8/11/2020 Reopening Plan 2020-21 School Year 2

Background

• Following months of uncertainty and evaluating the ever-changing circumstances that face our community and nation, Bethel Park School District has created the following path to return in the fall of 2020.

• This plan is crafted around CDC, ACHD, PA Department of Health guidelines, recommendations in attempt to ensure the health and safety of all students, staff, and the rest of the Bethel Park Community.

• While it is not possible to mitigate 100% of risk, Bethel Park is invested to creating a safe environment for students to access learning from Bethel Park teachers, using Bethel Park Curriculum.

• Our plan ensures all students receive instruction that aligns to state standards and that they have the necessary supports for success, providing equitable opportunities for all students.

• As we present the following general plan, please understand that all aspects are subject to change based on changing COVID-19 conditions and mandates from the Governor's office, the Department of Education, Allegheny County Health Department, and the Centers for Disease Control.


Goals and Strategy


Goals

Strategy

• Safely return students to the classroom as soon as possible

• Ensure that all educational stakeholders are engaging in a safe environment

• Same educational product regardless of option

• Strictly follow the detailed BPSD COVID safety plan

• Adhere to state health & safety guidelines/mandates

• Increase student/staff density in classrooms gradually

Increase Student Classroom Density

Staff Staff

½ of Students

Staff

Students & Staff in Classroom

(Virtual Student Option Remains)

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Staff PrepRemote

InstructionHybrid

InstructionFull Classroom

Instruction

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The goal remains to return students safely to school fulltime. The district and board will continue to monitor COVID-19 conditions and may accelerate or delay the above schedule.

Academics: School Calendar


Student Changes: Four-day delayed start to train students, parents and staff with the district wide virtual instruction tools.

• School Start August 26th➔ September 1st

• School Finish June 8th➔ June 11th

Staff Changes: Move in-service days earlier in the year to support staff in creating virtual experiences and the implementation of in-class safety procedures.

• New Teacher Induction August 20th➔ August 24th

• Room Preparation August 21st➔ October 2nd

• In-Service Day August 24th➔ August 26th

• In-Service Day November 2nd➔ August 27th

• In-Service Day March 8th➔ August 28th

• In-Service Day May 18th➔ August 31st

Academics: Instruction Overview


All Forms of Instruction Solutions Being Evaluated

• Teachers will be instructing students from classrooms in their assigned school buildings.

• BPSD curriculum will be delivered by district staff.

• Students will always have the option of remote learning for the 2020-21 school year.

• Exploring coordination with local childcare regarding on site care, transportation, protocol changes when possible.

• Amount and location of classroom instruction for students with IEPs.

Academics: Remote Learning Overview


• Remote Learning instruction is designed to give students the experience of being “in class” from their homes.

• There will be opportunities for students to complete work, collaborate, ask questions and receive feedback from teachers.

• The schedules of the three learning options mirror each other and are designed to enable students to seamlessly transition from one to another with full classroom return being the end goal.

• Students will be scheduled based on their Spring 2020 course selections and have an opportunity to access all the classes in the BP Course Selection Guide.

• Students will work in divided groups to reduce remote class size.

Schoology is a leading LMS for K-12

Schoology is covered later in this presentation

Academics: Remote Learning Schedule


Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Remote Group A(i.e. A-K)

Synchronous Live Interaction Online

Asynchronous Learning At-Home




Remote Group (i.e. L-Z)






Asynchronous Learning Synchronous Learning

• Recorded presentations, videos, readings, documents, online text

• Use Schoology LMS to complete work and submit for feedback

• Access to online resources and other web subscriptions from BPSD

• No live interaction. Collaborations & feedback through shared documents

• Flexible class time and ability to learn during preferred times of day

• Teacher interaction, discussions, explanations, workshops

• School like atmosphere and ability for social connection

• Opportunity for engagement with other students in BPSD classes

• Real-time feedback, formative assessment, opportunity for questions

• Dedicated class time for the students to have access to BPSD teachers

* Consideration will be given to blended families that live in the same home

Academics: Hybrid Learning Overview

• The hybrid learning plan extends each virtual group to provide the option for partial in-class instruction.

• The staggered schedule at 50% allows students to access teachers in smaller groups and receive more attention whether learning remotely or in-person.

• Remote and hybrid students will have some flexibility in their days to avoid long durations of time in front of their computer.

• In both remote and hybrid models, students may communicate with teachers and peers through shared collaboration documents, video conferencing, etc.

• The hybrid model allows students to access school facilities and resources. Students who are learning remotely will be given alternative ways to complete task.

• Parents, students and teachers will have continuity throughout the week.

• This approach allows students to move seamlessly between remote and in person instruction based on their health circumstances or quarantine status.


Academics: Hybrid Schedule



Remote Group A(i.e. A-K)






Remote Group B(i.e L-Z)






Remote Model: No change for students remaining with the remote instruction model.


Hybrid Group A(i.e. A-K)

Attend Class Live In-School





Hybrid Group B(i.e. L-Z)






Hybrid Model: Students choosing the hybrid will still stay in their virtual group and receive the same educational content.



Academics: Assessment/Grading

• Traditional assessments -- tests, quizzes, projects, etc. -- will be implemented in both the hybrid and remote learning options.

• Hybrid and Remote students may access materials in multiple ways, but will submit homework and class assignments digitally.

• Grading scales will be restored and calculated as described in each school’s Student Handbook for both remote and hybrid options.

• Schoology will provide parents the option to view day-to-day assignment grades.

• Daily attendance will also be monitored and accessible in Schoology.

• All other policies and procedures regarding work completion, submission, and academic integrity will be restored as described in each school’s Student Handbook for both remote and hybrid options.


Academics: BP Cyber School


• In the case a family chooses not to enter the remote and/or hybrid learning option, students may elect to attend BP Cyber School.

• The Bethel Park Online Academy (BPOA) is an online program offered by the BPSD that delivers accredited curriculum over the web.

• The BPOA is an asynchronous program only.

• While taught by highly qualified teachers, they are not BPSD faculty.

• Courses are based on the PA Common Core; they are not BPSD curriculum.

• For more information, please see the Bethel Park Online Academy.

• Want To Learn More? Contact Brian Lenosky, Director of Cyber/Alternative Learning. Email: [email protected]

https://www.bpsd.org/BethelParkOnlineAcademy.aspx

mailto:[email protected]

Student Services

• All student IEPs, 504s, and GIEPs will be implemented, reviewed, & revised when required and as necessary, within both the hybrid & remote options.

• School Counselors, Social Workers, Mental-Health Providers, related service providers, and other support staff will be available in-person and work through digital platforms to support students with Academics, Emotional & Social Needs, and Transitional Planning.

• Individual and/or small group Paraprofessional support provided according to student IEPs through digital platforms/tools and/or in-person during hybrid.

• Continued & consistent communication, progress monitoring, and collaboration between parents, teachers & other service providers.

• It is preferred that all IEP, 504, & GIEP meetings occur via phone conference or Google Meets.

• All evaluations and reevaluations will be conducted per the Health and Safety protocols.


Technology: Overview

• Adoption of the Learning Management System, Schoology K-12, as the meeting place and central location for class content, materials, assignments, etc. Elementary schools can also utilize Google Classroom.

• For parent and student understanding: A Learning Management System is to provide a common starting space for curricular activities that may link to other tools, websites and accounts. The parent and student start with the direction and expectations outlined in one digital location for all classes.

• Teachers and students will have access to different tools that enable screen capture/video creation to communicate, provide feedback, and demonstrate their understanding of the learning.

• Schoology will link to the gradebook where students and families can view grades faster though Home Access Center once assignments are graded in the LMS.

• The district utilizes numerous Google Applications and other online programs for student instruction, support, work completion and collaborative tools.


Technology: Schoology LMS


Schoology Implementation Schoology Resources

• Teachers will be instructing our students from their classrooms in their assigned school buildings

• Bethel Park School District curriculum will be delivered by BPSD staff

• Students will have the option of Remote Learning

Schoology Introduction

Elementary Student

Secondary Students

Parents K - 12 Access

Elementary Teacher

Middle School Teacher

Secondary Teacher

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZyLWV628ItQ&list=PLyhiW2xh9YYheLyoh-rDTG_seA7x7ITgw&index=2&t=0s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-b8fF-kje4&list=PLyhiW2xh9YYheLyoh-rDTG_seA7x7ITgw&index=5&t=0s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yse1nHRsQh4&list=PLyhiW2xh9YYheLyoh-rDTG_seA7x7ITgw&index=8&t=0s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2K6H3S9mKbk&list=PLyhiW2xh9YYheLyoh-rDTG_seA7x7ITgw&index=9&t=0s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ae-4dSZLX-k&list=PLyhiW2xh9YYheLyoh-rDTG_seA7x7ITgw&index=4&t=0s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUz1zKKtFLE&list=PLyhiW2xh9YYheLyoh-rDTG_seA7x7ITgw&index=6&t=0s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9V7Q3vY4Xks&list=PLyhiW2xh9YYheLyoh-rDTG_seA7x7ITgw&index=7&t=0s

Technology: Schoology LMS


Example of Early Implementation Sample Lesson

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5WpVYIhlK0&feature=youtu.be

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5WpVYIhlK0&feature=youtu.be

Health & Safety: Overview


• BPSD will not communicate the name of an individual that tests positive for COVID.

• We will attempt to identify and contact individuals who have potentially been exposed to any confirmed COVID-19 positive person within 48 hours prior to the individual developing symptoms.

• We will help you understand what you need to do, such as staying home, monitoring your health, and getting a COVID-19 test if your student was potentially exposed.

• School Messenger will be used, at both the District and school level, as our primary communication tool to parents regarding COVID-related information and alerts.

• The district social media platforms will be used accordingly and as appropriate.

• All staff are required to report confirmed or suspected cases of COVID-19 to Pandemic Coordinator.

Bethel Park School District

Bethel Park High School

Independence Middle School

Neil Armstrong Middle School

BPSD Elementary Schools

Health & Safety Plans

https://www.bpsd.org/Downloads/Final%20-%20Bethel%20Park%20School%20District%20Health%20and%20Safety%20Plan%20-%207-28-20%20(1).pdf

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uVx5_1VXkK0uv-4ATNAh0RWOG9rKRn0k/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/12NwEiMzGd-bcrP9p_wpmN10HvY-O-z6T/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/199wElM-hWJZXKHTRMhUZ2QY4S_Hp-LJU/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LjS9chiuAlmsJGcP-VpsXQmqdhWBZf2j/view?usp=sharing

Health & Safety: Exposure/Quarantining


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Quarantine

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Quarantine

Positive

Quarantine

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Under 6 Feet Student Spacing 6 Feet or More Student Spacing

• Students are required to wear masks.

• All classroom students and staff will quarantine for 14 days, if a COVID-19 case is detected.

• Allegheny Co. Depart. of Health will be involved in decision making.

• Students may remove masks while seated.

• Students may be required to quarantine for 14 days if a COVID-19 case is detected.

• Allegheny Co. Depart. of Health will be involved in decision making.

Food Services: Cafeteria Procedures

• Students will have prepackaged food options available.

• Controlled groups and social distancing markers will be used to maintain social distancing while students are in the food lines.

• During lunch, students will be seated at six feet socially distanced desks.

• All desks utilized for lunch will be sanitized between student use.

• It is recommended that students follow best practices for hand washing and sanitizing before and after eating.

• Grab-and-go breakfast will be available for purchase and for food insecurity students.

• Parents/guardians of students that may require special considerations for lunch should contact Joe Consolmagno for options.

• More information will be shared about food services in remote learning.


Transportation: Hybrid and Full Options


• The following seating procedures on school buses will be followed in addition to the guidelines outlined in the BPSD Reopening Health & Safety Plan.

• Seats are filled in 3 sequence levels which limits extra exposure when students cannot establish 6 feet social distancing.

• Students that live in the same household are asked to sit together to make available additional seating for other students.

• A space in the front of the bus will be allocated for any symptomatic students.

• Parents are encouraged to drive their students to school, if possible.

• Eligible BPHS students may apply for parking passes so they may drive to school.

1st Seating Sequence

2nd Seating Sequence

3rd Seating Sequence

Same Household Students


Athletics / Activities

• This is a fluid situation that requires patience and flexibility as mandates can change. At this time fall sports are still scheduled to proceed by the PIAA/WPIAL.

• Students and parents/guardians should check with coaches/sponsors for updates on procedures for activities.

• All extracurricular activity participation is subject to all health and safety expectations. BPSD will continue to monitor COVID conditions and keep students and the community informed regarding extracurricular activity plans and modifications.

• More information and additional guidelines may be found in the BPSD Resocialization of Athletics Plan.


https://www.bpsd.org/hsathletics.aspx

Administrative Team


Joseph Villani - BPHS Principal

James Fodse - BPHS Asst. Principal

David Muench - IMS Principal

George Spalaris - IMS Asst. Principal

Kenneth Patterson - NAMS Principal

Sheryl Kremer - NAMS Asst. Principal

Fred Pearson - Washington Elem. Principal

Jay Johnson - Lincoln Elem. Principal

Teresa Doumont - Franklin Elem. Principal

Eric Chalus - Memorial Elem. Principal

Brian Lenosky - Will. Penn. Elem. Principal

Health & Safety Plan Committee Members

Joseph Dimperio - Superintendent

Zeb Jansante - Asst. Superintendent

Janet O’Rourke - Asst. Superintendent

Beth Wells - Dir. of Curriculum

Lori Sutton - Dir. of Special Education

Sarah Shue - Asst. Dir. of Special Educ.

Ron Reyer - Director of Technology

Doug McCausland - Business Director

Scott Ziehler - Transportation Director

Dan Sloan - Athletic Director

Joe Consolmagno - Food Service Director

Nick Fierst - Dir. of Buildings & Grounds

Central Office Buildings


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