E-Learning Family Information 2020-21 STEVENS POINT AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
OUR COMMITMENTS SAFETY FLEXIBILITY Student and staff safety is a top priority. Plans will be developed to allow for a fluid Plans will reflect guidance from the response keeping in mind staff, student and CDC, State and Portage County Health parent capacity, coupled with financial Departments. resources of the District. INSTRUCTION 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 options for 7-12 and PK-12 in the event that traditional classroom learning cannot occur. REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21 SPAPSD
REOPENING SCHOOLS: E-LEARNING OPTIONS REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21 SPAPSD
REOPENING SCHOOLS: E-LEARNING 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 REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21 SPAPSD
REOPENING SCHOOLS: E-LEARNING 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 REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21 SPAPSD
REOPENING SCHOOLS: E-LEARNING 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 operating 'bell-to-bell' • Teachers provide support and feedback throughout the week Grading • Traditional grading (Secondary A-F, Elementary 1-4) REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21 SPAPSD
REOPENING SCHOOLS: E-LEARNING 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 REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21 SPAPSD
REOPENING SCHOOLS: E-LEARNING 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 REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21 SPAPSD
RETURNING TO THE CLASSROOM: BLENDED MODEL Quarterly or School Year Options Instructional Model as of August 11: Flexible E-Learning 7-12 Schedule • Option to return to the classroom quarterly • Monday, Tuesday: Cohort A attends class; Cohort • District curriculum B E-Learning • 7-12 students retain class schedule • Wednesday: Facilities deep cleaned and sterilized; Teacher Prep Day; All student E-Learning Day Opt-In for the Year • Thursday, Friday: Cohort A, E-Learning; Cohort B, • 4K-6 Alternative Programs and Curriculum attends class • 7-12 Online Learning Center • Rural Virtual Academy (spots are currently 4K-6 Schedule filled) • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday • Wednesday: Facilities deep cleaned and sterilized; Teacher Prep Day; All student E-Learning Day REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21 SPAPSD
QUESTIONS CONTACT INFORMATION AUGUST 17, 2020 Cory Hirsbrunner Families knowing they chirsbru@pointschools.net will be enrolling Connie Negaard students in cnegaard@pointschools.net E-Learning are asked Darla Peanasky to complete: dpeanas@pointschools.net Elizabeth Potter-Nelson https://bit.ly/SPAPSDELearning epottern@pointschools.net REOPENING OF SCHOOLS 2020-21 SPAPSD
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