Educational Models

Released on July 28, 2020, the following outlines when and how schools can reopen.

Due to current Union County COVID-19 health information, we are required to open the year in Comprehensive Distance Learning. We will review these indicators with the local public health authority and make a determination if we qualify for full reopen or to reopen based on the outlined exceptions (i.e. K-3 and “limited groups” on-site) on October 5, 2020.

Option #1 Comprehensive Distance Learning (CDL)

The statewide pivot to Distance Learning for All in the spring of 2020 was, without a doubt, a crisis response and was designed for a limited duration. For all districts, regardless of instructional model, Comprehensive Distance Learning has become a reality during the 2020-21 school year based on state and county health metrics guidelines for reopening.

On July 22, 2020, Oregon Department of Education released guidance on required elements on Comprehensive Distance Learning with the focus that student would have access to synchronous learning and meaningful interactions with teachers and peers.

Comprehensive Distance Learning is not anything like Distance Learning last Spring!!!

Classroom Engagement Tools for Distance Learning

Grades K-12 learning management tool

● Google Classroom will be the primary platform used in all grades and courses to store class agenda, instructional videos, tests/quizzes, assignments, and provide feedback/grades for students and families.

● Most classes will utilize Clever as a secondary tool to house additional district and classroom resources and learning apps to support learning.

● Full suite of applications to provide individualized interventions, engagement, and integration.

Engagement Tools for Distance Learning

● Teachers at all levels, K-12, may use uploaded videos or Zoom or Google Meet to engage in online face-to-face discussions and promote academic teaming amongst students.

● Applications: iReady (English Math Interventions), Explain Everything, Nearpod, RAZ Kids, Waterford, Learn360, etc.

Daily Content Expectations

What can I expect to see in Google Classroom for teachers daily?

Daily Calendar: All classrooms will be organized by date so that it is clear what students missed if they are absent or restricted to home-based access.

Essential Learning Outcomes: What is the focus of learning for the day?

Lesson Agenda/Instructions: What needs to be accomplished for the day?

Class Work: Digital versions of any class assignments or handouts for the day

Tests/Quizzes: Access to all classroom assessments to gauge student learning

Videos: Teachers will load instructional videos rather than rely primarily on Google Meets so students can have flexibility in accessing classes and coursework.

Additional Resources: Will be linked to lesson Instructions as needed.

Instructional Schedules

(Released by ODE July 22, 2020)

Elementary Comprehensive Distance Learning

· Synchronous (live) instruction held from 8am – Noon on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday

· Wednesdays will be an intervention day for students that need more support and/or have not connected with the teacher synchronously/asynchronously recently.

· Academic interventions provided at scheduled times with families and within synchronous sessions during English and Math time.

· Access to asynchronous (recorded) learning content daily right after “live” sessions through Google Classroom.

o Recordings will be limited to direct instructions, content, and all activities.

o It will not include student engagement or work times to eliminate the exchange of protected information.

o Asynchronous instructions and activities will remain on the teacher’s Google Classroom for students and families to access at any time.

Figure 1: Example of Elementary Schedule during Comprehensive Distance Learning

Families with multiple students may choose a mix of synchronous and asynchronous learning options to best meet their schedules and needs. Either choice will meet the attendance expectations of the state and not result in any negative consequences. However, we highly encourage families to participate fully in the synchronous learning option to provide the richest experience for their student that promises teacher/student interaction, peer interaction, live intervention with specialists, and active participation in learning.

Synchronous learning happens in mornings to provide:

· Stable and consistent schedule for families

· Time for teachers to upload content for students and families to access asynchronously in the afternoon and use teacher “office hours” to ask questions and get support.

· Meet ODE guidelines regarding providing a synchronous learning option

LMS Schedules during Comprehensive Distance Learning

6th Grade Weekly Schedule

Day

Periods Taught

Monday – Tuesday

&

Thursday - Friday

All core subjects taught every day with direct instruction.

(See Below)

Wednesday

Student Service Support

8AM - 9AM → Math

9AM - 10AM → Social Studies

10AM - 11AM → Science

11AM - 12PM → Language Arts

12:30PM - 2:30PM → Elective Class Drop-in

(This day can accommodate retakes)

· Teachers will update weekly attendance and update/upload/finalize current grades for the week. Teachers will remain available to students until 3:30.

· Staff meetings and student meetings scheduled on this day

Grade 6 Instructional Schedule

Time

Activity

7:30 → 9:30

· Virtual Lesson Planning

· Inputting materials into Google Classroom

· Tracking student assignments completed outside class time

· Prepare technology

9:30 → 10:30

Math

10:30 → 11:30

Language Arts

11:30 → 12:00

Lunch

12:00 → 1:00

Science

1:00 → 2:00

Social Studies

2:00 → 3:30

Upload/Edit/Condense/Link recorded lessons to Google

Grade 7/8 Weekly Schedule

Day

Periods Taught

Monday

1 - 4 Direct Instruction

Tuesday

5 - 8 Direct Instruction

Wednesday

Student Service Support

8AM - 9AM → Math

9AM - 10AM → Social Studies

10AM - 11AM → Science

11AM - 12PM → Language Arts

12:30PM - 2:30PM → Elective Class Drop-in

(This day can accommodate retakes)

-Teachers will update weekly attendance and update/upload/finalize current grades for the week. Teachers will remain available to students until 3:30.

Staff meetings and student meetings scheduled on this day.

Thursday

1 - 4 Direct Instruction

Friday

5 - 8 Direct Instruction

Grade 7/8 Instructional Schedule

Time

Activity

7:30 → 9:30

Virtual Lesson Planning

9:30 → 10:30

1st Class (Period 1 or 5)

10:30 → 11:30

2nd Class (Period 2 or 6)

11:30 → 12:00

Lunch

12:00 → 1:00

3rd Class (Period 3 or 7)

1:00 → 2:00

4th Class (Period 4 or 8)

2:00 → 3:30

Upload recorded lessons to Google

Families with multiple students may choose a mix of synchronous and asynchronous learning options to best meet their schedules and needs. Either choice will meet the attendance expectations of the state and not result in any negative consequences.

Families have the option to:

· Take all classes synchronously per schedule

· Take PM classes synchronously and AM classes asynchronously (all classes completed in afternoon)

· Take PM classes asynchronously and AM classes synchronously (all classes completed in morning)

· Take all classes asynchronously in the evening with parent support.

However, we highly encourage families to participate fully in the synchronous learning option to provide the richest experience for their student that promises teacher/student interaction, peer interaction, live intervention with specialists, and active participation in learning.

Synchronous learning happens in mornings to provide:

· Stable and consistent schedule for families

· Time for teachers to upload content for students and families to access asynchronously in the afternoon and use teacher “office hours” to ask questions and get support.

· Meet ODE guidelines regarding providing a synchronous learning option

LHS Schedules during Comprehensive Distance Learning

LHS (9-12) Weekly Schedule

Day

Periods Taught

Monday

1 - 4 Direct Instruction

Tuesday

5 - 7 Direct Instruction

Wednesday

· Office Hours and Vulnerable Populations Support

· R.O.A.R!/PBIS Class for all students

· Elective Class Drop-in (if allowed)

· This day can accommodate retakes

Thursday

1 - 4 Direct Instruction

Friday

5 - 7 Direct Instruction/Student Service Support

LHS (9-12) Daily Schedule - Day A (Mondays and Thursdays)

Time

Activity

7:30 → 8:30

Virtual Lesson Planning

8:30 → 9:30

Office Hours - Student Support

9:30 → 10:30

Period 1

10:45 → 11:45

Period 2

11:45 → 12:30

Lunch

12:30 → 1:30

Period 3

1:45 → 2:45

Period 4

2:45 → 3:30

· Office Hours - Student Support

· Upload recorded lessons to Google Classrooms

LHS (9-12) Daily Schedule - Day B (Tuesdays and Fridays)

Time

Activity

7:30 → 8:30

Virtual Lesson Planning

8:30 → 9:30

Office Hours - Student Support

9:30 → 10:30

Period 5

10:45 → 11:45

Period 6

11:45 → 12:30

Lunch

12:30 → 1:30

Period 7

1:45 → 2:45

Office Hours and Vulnerable Populations Support

2:45 → 3:30

· Office Hours - Student Support

· Upload recorded lessons to Google Classrooms

Families with multiple students may choose a mix of synchronous and asynchronous learning options to best meet their schedules and needs. Either choice will meet the attendance expectations of the state and not result in any negative consequences.

Families have the option to:

· Take all classes synchronously per schedule

· Take PM classes synchronously and AM classes asynchronously (all classes completed in afternoon)

· Take PM classes asynchronously and AM classes synchronously (all classes completed in morning)

· Take all classes asynchronously in the evening with parent support.

However, we highly encourage families to participate fully in the synchronous learning option to provide the richest experience for their student that promises teacher/student interaction, peer interaction, live intervention with specialists, and active participation in learning.

Synchronous learning happens in mornings to provide:

· Stable and consistent schedule for families

· Time for teachers to upload content for students and families to access asynchronously in the afternoon and use teacher “office hours” to ask questions and get support.

· Meet the ODE guidelines regarding providing a synchronous learning option.

Attendance and Engagement

Teachers in Distance Learning will take attendance over the course of a week.

● Student attendance in CDL does not equate to seat time the way it does in a traditional classroom. Teachers base attendance on a number of factors, including but not limited to engagement in Google Meetings, work completion, email communications and participation in the methods teachers use to verify learning. Teachers in CDL will monitor student engagement over the course of the week using an engagement rubric. This will be tracked weekly in Synergy. Oregon minimum standard for Distance Learning is two meaningful to-way communications per week between the student and teacher.

● Students will still have access to the social emotional supports, counselor supports, health supports and academic supports available to all students.

Delivery of Instruction

● Within the student learning platform, teachers will provide synchronous (live) and asynchronous (recorded) explanations of new concepts along with work samples, models and time for student questions and feedback. Students are expected to demonstrate learning through multiple forms, such as discussion boards, video responses, writing, group projects, online assignments and assessments.

● Students with disabilities and English learners will be given special consideration to ensure appropriate instruction while complying with federal and state requirements.

● Students who are gifted and talented will receive ongoing, differentiated instruction that is embedded in the core curriculum.

Grading

● In all grade levels (K-12), standard grade scales will resume for the 2020/21 school year. Student proficiency on grade-level standards will be provided in the standards 1-4 at the elementary level and A,B,C,D and F grades at the middle and high school level. If the district is required to engage distance learning for long-periods of time, elementary students will be graded based on core academics and not specials that include Music, PE, or Library. Teachers will establish reasonable due dates for all graded coursework and assessments in determining a student’s grade and proficiency on grade-level standards

● Report card grades will be documented in Synergy, and report cards will be accessed through ParentVue.

Student roles and responsibilities

● Establish daily routines for engaging in the learning experiences.

● Identify a space in your home where you can work effectively and successfully.

● Set weekly goals.

● Identify a space in your home where you can participate in live online learning. During live online learning, sit at a table and wear school appropriate dress.

● Monitor online platforms daily.

● Engage in all learning with academic honesty.

● Communicate proactively with your teachers if you cannot attend live meetings, meet deadlines or need additional support.

Parent roles and responsibilities

Provide support for your children by:

● Establishing routines and expectations. Reviewing goals for the week.

● Defining the physical space for your child to study.

● Monitoring communications from your child’s teachers to stay informed about required work and progress towards goals.

● Taking an active role in helping your child process his/her learning.

● Establishing times for quiet and reflection.

● Encouraging physical activity and exercise.

● Remaining mindful of your child’s stress or worry.

● Keep your child social, but set rules around their social media interactions.

● Provide feedback about at-home learning resources, instruction and communication with the teacher, counselor or principal.

Communication channels

Contact for questions about:

● A course, assignment or resource, contact the relevant teacher. Teachers will respond to parent/student communication within 24 hours. Parents may reach out for assistance or clarification about enrichment activities and access to materials.

● Teachers will use email, phone, Class Dojo, or Remind to regularly communicate with parents and families .

● “Office hours” have been established in the district schedule for each teacher to be available to students and parents each day.

● A personal, academic or social-emotional concern, contact your child’s assigned counselor.

Technology support

● Families that need support accessing technology or Internet should contact their school when they are required to access Distance Learning because of COVID-19.

● Distance Learning students will utilize the LGSD HelpDesk for technology issues.

● Students can create a HelpDesk calling 1-888-223-9593 and explaining their issue.

Please see What Does Virtual Learning Look Like For Students And Staff? reference for more information

IMPORTANT!!

Phase 2 Options : The Path to Reopening

Families that choose this option understand that their student may re-enter school when our county and/or state meet health metrics requirements that would allow:

· Providing in-person education for students in kindergarten through third grade. It is expected that schools will offer in-class options for students in grade K-3 to the extent possible. Younger students get the virus at lower rates, get less sick when they get COVID-19, and seem to spread the virus less than older children or adults. Younger students also need access to in-person instruction to build literacy and numeracy skills critical to their continued learning.

· As per ODE’s Comprehensive Distance Learning guidance, providing limited on-site instruction to meet the needs of specific groups of students based on needed educational, relational, curricular, instructional, and/or assessment supports. This includes, but is not limited to, provisions for supporting students experiencing disability, as well as programs such as career technical education (CTE) that may require hands-on demonstration of skills and the provision of secure assessment environments.

Option #2: La Grande Virtual Learning Academy

(Full-Time & Self-Paced Online)

La Grande School District has spent the last four years fine-tuning our online program. Unlike other online programs across the state, we have not actively recruited students from other districts and have quietly served students in full-time or blended schedules to meet their needs. La Grande School District helps support students and families in online learning by providing a comprehensive digital curriculum, local teachers (not someone in Colorado) that are easily accessed, a full-time online coordinator/outreach specialist, individualized schedules, student learning technology, and a learning lab that is open daily to provide focused learning time. Students in our program have full access to district clubs, sports, and activities for their grade-level. In the 2019/20 school year, we served over 75 students in our online program within our district. In 2020/21, we have partnered with IMESD to provide an even more supported and rich elementary experience and more course options for secondary students on their path to graduation. We are a leader in online in our region and excited to support your student in having a quality online experience.

One of the benefits of online learning is that students can access their classes when they are ready to learn or families have scheduled time to support their learning. Online classes can be accessed 24/7 and provide a flexible solution to learning. Students and parents can plan to focus on one or more classes per day. However, students and parents should be aware that online learning does take focused time (about 30 minutes per class per day on average), and they should have well-established routines to be successful. Online learning is hard and requires significant time, attention, and commitment. – it is not for everyone. While flexible, all students are required to complete assigned coursework within each semester to avoid negative impacts to grades and credit particularly at the middle school and high school level.

Grades K-6: English Language Arts and Math – Ready/iReady Curriculum with access to diagnostics, instruction, and individualized interventions based on students strengths and weaknesses. Science, Social Studies, PE, and Specials (Art, Music, Coding, etc.) will be offered through Acellus that provides students the ability to self-pace. All instruction will be taught and supported by a certified teacher that will maintain regular communication and progress reports.

Middle and High School: Students will have access to two tiers of courses either through Acellus (Tier I) which is a video-based, self-paced platform or through Google Classroom (Tier II) where students access traditional classrooms across the IMESD region through established Google Classrooms. This regional approach may expand student electives choices to what districts provide across the region to engage student interest. All classes (Tier I and II) are taught by regional teachers through IMESD who maintain regular contact and support to students.

For more information please visit our attached resources

Website: lla.lagrandesd.org

Resource: What Is The La Grande Virtual Learning Academy?

Handbooks: K-8 Handbook and High School Handbook

Phase 3 Options : The Path to Reopening

Hybrid Model

Hybrid instructional models allow districts to adjust for multiple variables and continue to access on-site instruction to the greatest extent possible while meeting public health requirements. Hybrid models will require prioritization of on-site learning activities and supports for students that have been identified as needing additional academic support through building teams. Hybrid instructional models also allow opportunities to integrate instruction simultaneously with groups of students on-site and through virtual learning in Google Classroom. While complex and varied, Hybrid instructional models allow for great creativity and flexibility.

Elementary On-Site Reimagined

The School Day

Elementary grades will operate on a modified schedule daily that will allow all students attending daily and provide teachers time to support COVID-19 impacted students online through Google Classroom.

Instructional Focus

● Focused on meeting social emotional needs of students

● Focus on core academic (Reading, Writing, and Math)

● Focus on decreasing student learning gaps created by distance learning and summer vacation.

Rules for Movement

Classroom

● Students will go directly to their classrooms at the beginning of the day.

● Students will remain in their classroom cohort all day and participate in all activities (i.e. breakfast, lunch, recess, PE, etc.) together with their class.

● All staff and specialists will provide services within the classroom, and/or provide small group breakouts while maintaining classroom cohorts.

Travel outside the classroom

● Students and staff will access PPE when going outside the classroom.

● Students and staff will social distance and maintain 6ft spacing when feasible.

● Students will minimize contact with students and staff outside their classroom cohort.

Restrooms

● Classrooms will have scheduled breaks and access to restrooms with regular cleaning schedules.

● Unscheduled visits:

○ Avoid gathering in groups

○ Use regular hand washing

○ Wear PPE

Common Areas

● Avoid using common areas. Space may be reallocated for other uses.

Playground and Recess

● STUDENTS WILL have recess with their classroom cohort in designated space.

● STUDENTS WILL play outside as weather permits

● STUDENTS WILL have access to equipment that can be cleaned between cohorts or maintained in as classroom/cohort equipment

● STUDENTS WILL NOT have access to “big toys” or playground equipment that cannot be cleaned between classes/cohorts.

Student assemblies/large-group gatherings

● WILL have morning meetings

● WILL have all-school or grade-level virtual assemblies

● WILL have school community activities

● WILL NOT have in-person all-school or all-grade student assemblies.

● WILL NOT have morning gatherings in the gym

● WILL NOT have guest speakers or assemblies

● WILL NOT have grade-level activities or gatherings

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch

● WILL be provided daily in the classroom with their cohort and delivered to classrooms.

Student Services

● Provided by staff per individualized plan with the district. Staff will communicate with families how they will provide services within cohort structure.

Transportation

● Recommend parents transporting students directly to schools during COVID-19

● Bussing will be provided that meets ODE guidelines.

Middle School On-Site Reimagined

The School Day

Middle school grades will operate on a modified schedule daily that will allow all students attending daily and provide teachers time to support COVID-19 impacted students online through Google Classroom.

Grade 6 students will maintain their classroom cohort for school day with their teacher.

Grade 7& 8 students will have an adjusted schedule with only one - two classes (per state guidance) per day to limit transitions and exposure per day. Schools will add classes as guidance permits.

Instructional Focus

● Focused on meeting social emotional needs of students

● Focus on Essential Standards or identified Power Standards

● Focus on decreasing student learning gaps created by distance learning and summer vacation.

Rules for Movement

Classroom

● Students and staff will wear face masks, face shield, etc. at all times

● Students and staff will maintain 6ft spacing to the extent possible.

● If a student appears sick in class, the teacher will immediately be sent to the office with advance notice of who the student is and that they appear sick.

● All classroom activities will support the ODE and district safety guidelines

● All classroom activities will be conducted to limit possible exposure.

Travel outside the classroom

● Students and staff will access PPE when going outside the classroom.

● Students and staff will social distance and maintain 6ft. spacing when feasible.

● Students will minimize contact with students and staff outside their classroom cohort(s).

Restrooms

● Avoid gathering in groups

● Use regular hand washing

● Wear PPE

Common Areas

● Will be used for lunch. Students will have assigned locations and seating during this use.

● Hand sanitation on re-entry of the classroom will be recommended after lunch/recess.

● Social distancing will be maintained to the extent possible.

Playground and Recess

● STUDENTS WILL have recess with their cohort in designated space.

● STUDENTS WILL play outside as weather permits

● STUDENTS WILL have access to equipment that can be cleaned between cohorts or maintained in as classroom/cohort equipment

● STUDENTS WILL NOT have access to “big toys” or playground equipment that cannot be cleaned between classes/cohorts.

Student assemblies/large-group gatherings

● WILL have all-school or grade-level virtual assemblies

● WILL have school community activities

● WILL NOT have in-person all-school or all-grade student assemblies.

● WILL NOT have guest speakers or assemblies

● WILL NOT have grade-level activities or gatherings

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch

● WILL be provided daily in the commons areas. Cohorts will have assigned times, seating, and other safety protocols to limit exposure and transmission.

Student Services

● Provided by staff per individualized plan with the district. Staff will communicate with families how they will provide services within cohort structure.

Transportation

● Recommend parents transporting students directly to schools during COVID-19

● Bussing will be provided that meets ODE guidelines.

High Risk Activities (ODE defined as: Labs, CTE, Band, Choir, and P.E.)

● Will review activities to limit exposure

● Will require student to follow all outlined safety protocols

● May use technology to provide digital concerts

● May require waivers as appropriate

Sports

● Will follow OSAA guidelines for high school athletics

Clubs

● Clubs will meet virtually to the extent possible to minimize cohorts. Exceptions may be for clubs that are also classes or are part of an assigned class.

High School On-Site Reimagined

The School Day

Elementary grades will operate on a modified schedule daily that will allow all students attending daily and provide teachers time to support COVID-19 impacted students online through Google Classroom.

All students will have an modified schedule with only two classes (per ODE guidance) per day to limit transitions and exposure per day. Students will access all classes in a rotation (see examples)

Instructional Time (Option 1 – 1 Period Day)

o 1^st Bell: 9:20

o Period 1 (Instruction): 9:25 – 11am (95 min.)

o Period 1 (Homeroom/Online): 11am – 11:45am

o Lunch: 11:45am – 12:15pm

o Period 1 (Online Support): 12:15 – 2:30pm

On Site Instruction: 95 minutes per day

Online Instruction: 3 hours / 6 classes = 30 min. per class

On-Site Class Rotates:

Period 1: Aug. 31 – Sept. 7, Nov. 2 - Nov. 9

Period 2: Sept. 8 – 15, Nov. 10 - 18

Period 3: Sept. 16 – 23, Nov. 19 – Dec. 1

Period 4: Sept. 24 – Oct. 1, Dec. 2 – Dec. 10

Period 5: Oct. 2 – Oct. 12, Dec. 11 – 18

Period 6: Oct. 13 – 20, Jan. 4 – 12

Period 7: Oct. 21 – 27 (End Q1), Jan. 13 - 22 (end Q2/S1)

Instructional Time (Option 2 – 2 Period Day)

o 1^st Bell: 9:20

o Period 1 (Instruction): 9:25am – 10:40am (75 min.)

o Period 2 (Instruction): 10:45 – 12:00 (75 min.)

o Lunch: 12:00 – 12:30pm

o Period 2 (Online Support): 12:30 – 2:30pm

On Site Instruction: 2:35 per day

Online Instruction: 2:00 hours / 5 classes = 24 min. per class

Period 1 (am) & 5 (pm): Aug. 31 – Sept. 11, Nov. 4 - 18

Period 2 (am) & 6 (pm): Sept. 14 – 28, Nov. 19 – Dec. 8

Period 3 (am) & 7 (pm): Sept. 29 - Oct. 14, Dec. 9 – Jan. 6

Period 4 (am) & 8 (pm): Oct. 15 – Nov. 3, Jan. 7 – 22

Period 8 –Time to make -up work, raise grades, etc. to increase pass rate and on-track status – extension of period 7

Instructional Focus

● Focused on meeting social emotional needs of students

● Focus on Essential Standards or identified Power Standards

● Focus on decreasing student learning gaps created by distance learning and summer vacation.

Rules for Movement

Classroom

● Students and staff will wear face masks, face shield, etc. at all times

● Students and staff will maintain 6ft spacing to the extent possible.

● If a student appears sick in class, the teacher will immediately be sent to the office with advance notice of who the student is and that they appear sick.

● All classroom activities will support the ODE and district safety guidelines

● All classroom activities will be conducted to limit possible exposure.

Travel outside the classroom

● Students and staff will wear PPE outside the classroom.

● Students and staff will social distance and maintain 6ft. spacing when feasible.

● Students will minimize contact with students and staff outside their classroom cohort(s).

Hallways

● Students and staff will work to maintain 6ft. distancing

● Students and staff will wear face masks, face shields, etc.

● Students and staff will follow signage and directions for movement in hallways.

● Transitions between classes may be staggered to eliminate all students being in the hallways at the same time

Restrooms

● Avoid gathering in groups

● Use regular hand washing

● Wear PPE

Common Areas

● Limited to the extent possible

Student assemblies/large-group gatherings

● WILL have all-school or grade-level virtual assemblies

● WILL have school community building activities

● WILL NOT have in-person all-school or all-grade student assemblies.

● WILL NOT have guest speakers or assemblies

● WILL NOT have grade-level activities or gatherings

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch

● WILL be provided daily. Cohorts will have assigned times, seating, and other safety protocols to limit exposure and transmission. Breakfast and lunch may be eaten in classrooms to limit exposure between cohorts.

● Campus will be CLOSED for freshmen/sophomores and OPEN for juniors and seniors.

Student Services

● Provided by staff per individualized plan with the district. Staff will communicate with families how they will provide services within cohort structure.

Transportation

● Recommend parents transporting students directly to schools during COVID-19

● Bussing will be provided that meets ODE guidelines.

High Risk Activities (ODE defined as: Labs, CTE, Band, Choir, and P.E.)

● Will review activities to limit exposure

● Will require student to follow all outlined safety protocols

● May use technology to provide digital concerts

● May require waivers as appropriate

Sports

● Will follow OSAA guidelines for high school athletics

Clubs

● Clubs will meet virtually to the extent possible to minimize cohorts. Exceptions may be for clubs that are also classes or are part of an assigned class.

Phase 4 Options : The Path to Reopening

Return to Normal Operations!!

Academic Interventions & Support

Regardless of the educational model or the program your student participates in during the 2020/21 school year, La Grande School District will continue to use school Effective Behavior and Instructional Support (EBIS) or Student Support Teams (SST) to review student progress towards grade-level academic and behavior standards. Students that struggle to maintain grade-level proficiencies or fall significantly behind, have access to a wide-range of supports that can be accessed on the school level. School staff will work collaboratively with parents to develop the best individualized plan for their student(s). Services may include: Reading, Math, English Learning, Special Education, 504, or Youth In Transition (YIT) that help the student access learning and get the support they need to be successful.

Individualized Student Programs & Support

Student Services will ensure: a Free Appropriate Public Education consis­tent with the need to protect the health and safety of students with disabilities and those providing special education and services; meaningful parental engagement regarding the provision of ser­vices for their child; access to the necessary instructional and technological supports to meet the unique needs of students; and documentation of programs, services and communications with parents. It is highly recommended that Student Services team meetings (IEP & 504) be held virtually to limit the flow of traffic into school buildings and comply with group gathering/meeting guidance.

We also recognize that in-person services are a priority for high-needs students and have prepared contingency plans to address remote learning needs in the event of intermittent or extended school closures. If you have any questions about Student Services please contact your case manager or school principal.

“The fact is, physical distancing and hygiene are the best tools we have to prevent the spread and every prevention tool we remove increases the opportunity for transmission of the disease.”

- Colt Gill

Director of the Oregon Department of Education

Deputy Superintendent of Public Instruction