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Can we purchase our own air filter purifiers for our classrooms?

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Can we purchase our own air filter purifiers for our classrooms?

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The short answer is no.
The long answer is the why it is no. I have this in an email somewhere and will find and paste in here when I can.

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Have we thought about what the plan is in case a student shows up on the wrong day?  Like they're supposed to come Tuesday/Thursday but come on a Wednesday by accident?

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Have we thought about what the plan is in case a student shows up on the wrong day?  Like they're supposed to come Tuesday/Thursday but come on a Wednesday by accident?

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If a student comes on the wrong day, they will be sent home. If they make it past the front door (and they might on the first week or two), call the office and let someone know. We will call home and someone will come to your room to get the student.

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In K-2 if we are using boys bathroom for one class and girls bathroom for another class, do we still need to send the custodians a schedule of when to clean our bathrooms?  Or do they already have a plan of when to clean bathrooms?

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In K-2 if we are using boys bathroom for one class and girls bathroom for another class, do we still need to send the custodians a schedule of when to clean our bathrooms?  Or do they already have a plan of when to clean bathrooms?

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Yes. Plan a general time that you will take bathroom breaks to the custodians and cc your grade level admin. Diane is working to maximize the number of times rooms and bathrooms are cleaned across the building. The schedule will allow for this.
Your students can use the bathrooms at other times if needed, the general schedule will allow us to create a master cleaning schedule.

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Can cafe deliver meals to the classroom in a box/cooler and then we have someone in the classroom hand them out when we are ready to eat?

No. Per CHA food safety guidelines, SNP must be the only ones handling the food containers and will hand them directly to the students. In addition, SNP is responsible for accounting for each meal as it is served.

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If a staff member's child (at a different school) must be quarantined, is the staff member required to take sick time during their child's quarantine? Or can something be worked out so the staff member can work from home?

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If a staff member's child (at a different school) must be quarantined, is the staff member required to take sick time during their child's quarantine? Or can something be worked out so the staff member can work from home?

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I would follow the parameters provided by HR in partnership with the CHA to determine quarantine, leave, and remote work options.

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Will students be able to use flexible seating in the classroom?

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Will students be able to use flexible seating in the classroom?

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Flexible seating that can safely be sanitized can be used. The same protocols for sharing of materials should be followed for the sharing of flexible seating.

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In reference to the answer below, on a class by class basis (as well as individual student), will the 7:30-8:30 time frame be "on the table" as an option for EC services, provided all involved are in agreement?

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In reference to the answer below, on a class by class basis (as well as individual student), will the 7:30-8:30 time frame be "on the table" as an option for EC services, provided all involved are in agreement?

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Yes, on an individual basis.

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During encore can classroom teachers leave their classroom to go outside for a mask break, alone?

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During encore can classroom teachers leave their classroom to go outside for a mask break, alone?

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Yes

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Will there be a school wide change in the behavior card? What will the school wide expectation be for daily points/tracking behavior?

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Will there be a school wide change in the behavior card? What will the school wide expectation be for daily points/tracking behavior?

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School wide behavior card requirements were eliminated last year. Some grade levels chose to continue with this documentation system. We do not recommend you monitor or  communicate with families through behavior cards. The House Council will work together to determine the suggestions and requirements for House Points. Whenever possible, we can and should continue to track, monitor, and communicate digitally. This includes behavior, academics, and family communication.

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Will there be more walkies this year?  More classes will need them at the same time if recess is independent per class.

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Will there be more walkies this year?  More classes will need them at the same time if recess is independent per class.

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Yes. We have more walkies this year. There is not one for each class.

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Can we require students to bring a back up mask and have it in their backpack in case theirs gets dirty during the day? (sneezing into their mask)

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Can we require students to bring a back up mask and have it in their backpack in case theirs gets dirty during the day? (sneezing into their mask)

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You cannot require this, but that would be a great suggestion for students. Many of them will do it. They do not need to change their mask for every sneeze. However, if a student's mask does get too dirty during the day for whatever reason, we will have some disposable ones available as needed.

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How will computers be disinfected when students come into school each day? Can we get cleaning supplies for students to use?

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How will computers be disinfected when students come into school each day? Can we get cleaning supplies for students to use?

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Computers will not be disinfected when students come into school each day. We cannot give students disinfectants or wipes containing disinfectant to clean.

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Since our start and end times differ from those in remote learning, what will the actual school day start and end times for students be?  Will the same amount of academic learning be protected (ie. 8:30-10:10 during plan C)? And for pull-out folks, what will the designated time frame be for serving students (ie. 10:10-2:15 during plan C)?

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Since our start and end times differ from those in remote learning, what will the actual school day start and end times for students be?  Will the same amount of academic learning be protected (ie. 8:30-10:10 during plan C)? And for pull-out folks, what will the designated time frame be for serving students (ie. 10:10-2:15 during plan C)?

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In plan A/B WMES start time will return to 7:30. Students can begin arriving at 7:00. Buses will dismiss at 2:20 (earlier the first 10 days). Live stream of core for students in Plan C will remain 8:30 to 10:10. Some grade levels may begin earlier than this as determined with grade level and administrative teams. Delivery of EC services will be determined on a case by case basis. Priority of schedule during the 10:10 to 2:00 time will remain the same (EC service time). However, Encore time will also be a factor considered with making individual plans for students.

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Will substitutes be used at all this year or will TA's have to fill in?  

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Will substitutes be used at all this year or will TA's have to fill in?  

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Each situation will be handled individually. If you have a need for a substitute, please work with your grade level administrator to determine who will substitute.

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What do we do if our students online cannot hear/ understand us because we are wearing a mask? I can imagine students constantly saying, "I can't hear you?" "What did you say?" 

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What do we do if our students online cannot hear/ understand us because we are wearing a mask? I can imagine students constantly saying, "I can't hear you?" "What did you say?" 

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During lunch time, many teachers use the microwave to heat up their food and also use the restroom quickly. This will be more challenging to do if students are eating lunch in the classroom. Would it be possible for a schedule to be created for TA's and/or other support staff to stand in the pod for the first few minutes of each grade level's lunch, so teachers can go heat their food up and use the restroom?

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During lunch time, many teachers use the microwave to heat up their food and also use the restroom quickly. This will be more challenging to do if students are eating lunch in the classroom. Would it be possible for a schedule to be created for TA's and/or other support staff to stand in the pod for the first few minutes of each grade level's lunch, so teachers can go heat their food up and use the restroom?

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Will the staff that assists with car riders in the morning be taking temperatures before students are allowed to go in the building?

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Will the staff that assists with car riders in the morning be taking temperatures before students are allowed to go in the building?

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Staff at car riders will have touchless thermometers. Student temperature will be taken before the parent dropping of the student leaves.

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Will custodial staff also be cleaning the mobile units with the disinfectant machine that 'fogs' and then settles on all surfaces at the end of each day? 

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Will custodial staff also be cleaning the mobile units with the disinfectant machine that 'fogs' and then settles on all surfaces at the end of each day? 

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yes

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Will the county be providing opportunities for staff to get Covid tested regularly?

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Will the county be providing opportunities for staff to get Covid tested regularly?

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No. I have not heard of this happening. If that changes, I will make you aware.

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For Dual...How will we switch classrooms? Would the teacher switch for the day? Just wandering how we will keep supplies straight for students if the students switch back and forth.

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For Dual...How will we switch classrooms? Would the teacher switch for the day? Just wandering how we will keep supplies straight for students if the students switch back and forth.

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We will work collaboratively with Dual Language Teachers to develop a plan that works for the students and staff at WMES.

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Where does encore fit in the planning/rotation due to students in K-3 being in the building and 4th and 5th not being in the building regularly?

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Where does encore fit in the planning/rotation due to students in K-3 being in the building and 4th and 5th not being in the building regularly?

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There will be a Encore schedule for live classes Mon-Thurs for K-5 grade. The time will be shorter than years previous because the 8:30-10:10 time is not available. Encore at WMES will begin by going to classrooms. Administration and Encore teachers will monitor and adjust this as it is determined to be best for students. Asynchronous Encore will continue to be pre recorded and posted for students in plan C and any student in plan A/B who would like to access.

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What about the leveled books in bins? Shall we place those on the bookshelves or leave them out of reach?
Are teachers taking temperatures of students as they enter the class?
What is the procedure if a students has a temperature or having symptoms?
Are we allowed to wear scrubs?
1) Students should not 'browse' books by picking and returning. Teachers will develop a system that works for the classroom and grade level to ensure students have individual books to read. Books should self-sanitize for 72 hours before being given to another student.
2) No
3) Students temperatures will be taken before they enter the building. You will be given a specific protocol to follow should a student develop symptoms after the day has started. Administration, the nurse, or others will be on call to come to rooms to check students and support in the decision making of removing a student and helping to call home if needed.
4) Sure

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When will deep cleaning of each classroom take place and who will be responsible for this daily task? After school hours each day by custodian staff? 

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When will deep cleaning of each classroom take place and who will be responsible for this daily task? After school hours each day by custodian staff? 

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Cleaning of each room/space will take place daily by custodial staff. Other high-need areas (door handles, etc) will be cleaned frequently, as often as possible throughout the day by custodial staff. Teachers will have disinfectant spray to use as they see fit during the day.

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Will students be able to use manipulatives? Will they need their own "set" of materials?  What will cleaning procedures look like for any shared materials?

Students will have individual manipulative kits and use individual supplies. Teachers could have "clean/dirty" stations for materials. Materials used by multiple students must be cleaned in between use, or sit unused to self sanitize for 72 hours.

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Will pull-out small group instruction be required to space students out 6 feet?  If our space isn't large enough to accommodate being able to do that, what are the options? 

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Will pull-out small group instruction be required to space students out 6 feet?  If our space isn't large enough to accommodate being able to do that, what are the options? 

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Social distancing when possible will continue in Plan A and B. Staff are encouraged to continue to reach out to Human Resources if they believe they need a workplace accommodation.

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Will the plan B students maintain a schedule similar to that in plan C with both 4 and 5 receiving the same types of instruction at the same time (including encore, ESL....)

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Will the plan B students maintain a schedule similar to that in plan C with both 4 and 5 receiving the same types of instruction at the same time (including encore, ESL....)

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Plan B and Plan C students will receive similar instruction. The live stream time will remain the same for B as it is now in C. Encore will look different for students in B vs. C. Encore for A/B students will be face to face. Plan C students will receive Encore instruction asynchronously.

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Will the plan A students be on a schedule similar to the norm (including differing times for encore) as opposed to the blanket schedule being used during plan C?

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Will the plan A students be on a schedule similar to the norm (including differing times for encore) as opposed to the blanket schedule being used during plan C?

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I am not quite sure I understand. I think this is answered in a couple of the Encore questions posed below. If I have misunderstood, feel free to post a clarifying question.

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I also have a question about being provided a plexiglass barrier for my therapy table (Speech).  Additionally, I want to ask about masks with clear areas over the mouth for students specifically targeting speech sound production.  I am hoping my own will be provided by EC but will purchase suitable masks for myself as needed.

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I also have a question about being provided a plexiglass barrier for my therapy table (Speech).  Additionally, I want to ask about masks with clear areas over the mouth for students specifically targeting speech sound production.  I am hoping my own will be provided by EC but will purchase suitable masks for myself as needed.

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We will continue to

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Will we have an updated filtering system....and filters to prevent spreading of Covid19 from rooms to room within our HVAC system?

The entire ventilation system including filters was cleaned and/or replaced in 2019.

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Will teachers have any planning time? k-5? Will each grade have their own schedule, or are well all still on the same schedule because of streaming?

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Will teachers have any planning time? k-5? Will each grade have their own schedule, or are well all still on the same schedule because of streaming?

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Yes. K-5, yes. Each grade will have their own scheduled planning time. All K-5 planning will occur before or after the live streaming time - not during.

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Will we still be recording our classes? Will we be recording the entire day and expect students who did not log in/absent from class to watch 7.5 hours of our school day?

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Will we still be recording our classes? Will we be recording the entire day and expect students who did not log in/absent from class to watch 7.5 hours of our school day?

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What would be the protocol if a classroom "went down" due to quarantine. Would teacher teach remote and students attend remote as long as they were well enough?

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What would be the protocol if a classroom "went down" due to quarantine. Would teacher teach remote and students attend remote as long as they were well enough?

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If the entire class/department were required to quarantine, the entire class would move into Plan C. If individual students were quarantined, while in Plan A or B, they can participate remotely.

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What happens if a family does not communicate with us what option they are choosing for their student/we cannot reach or get a hold of that family to find out that information?

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What happens if a family does not communicate with us what option they are choosing for their student/we cannot reach or get a hold of that family to find out that information?

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100% of families will be expected to communicate their commitment to Plan A/B or plan C through the end of the semester. If they do not, we will contact families using the same strategies we regularly use.

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If we reach a certain number of covid cases at Wolf Meadow will we close?  If so, what is that number?

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If we reach a certain number of covid cases at Wolf Meadow will we close?  If so, what is that number?

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Currently, a cluster is defined by as 5 confirmed cases (that includes adults and students). The last information I have received is: with a cluster, a site closes. We will not wait for a cluster to occur before we put safety measures in place. If there were any confirmed cases (adults or children) we would work with CCS and the Cabarrus Health Alliance to determine if quarantine or isolation for certain rooms/departments is appropriate to avoid any spread.

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When we have the survey for the parents from the county regarding them keeping their child virtual or having them come in person, could we send out a phone tree message so ALL parents are notified. And teachers can keep reminding them through email.

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When we have the survey for the parents from the county regarding them keeping their child virtual or having them come in person, could we send out a phone tree message so ALL parents are notified. And teachers can keep reminding them through email.

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We will use Connect Ed on Thursday afternoon to contact all parents about the Commitment Form (2nd survey). We will send additional Connect Eds on Monday and again on Tuesday. We will begin reaching out to families through all forms of communication (phone, email, SeeSaw, Social Media, etc) on Wednesday and continue until 100% are received. Teachers and other staff members will be notified on Thursday with specific directions on who and how to connect with families who have not yet completed the survey.

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It was mentioned in the office hours Monday that plan B teaching would look like the teacher sitting in one spot near the computer to monitor the remote learners and those in the classroom.  Is this still the same expectation for our current plan A?

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It was mentioned in the office hours Monday that plan B teaching would look like the teacher sitting in one spot near the computer to monitor the remote learners and those in the classroom.  Is this still the same expectation for our current plan A?

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Teachers should minimize movement of students and themselves to maximize social distancing as much as possible.

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When live streaming students in, will they be live streamed in for the entire school day? 

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When live streaming students in, will they be live streamed in for the entire school day? 

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No

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In K-3, since we have tables, will we be getting "table shield" type equipment (almost like what cashiers have at grocery stores) that segments students into their own area?

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In K-3, since we have tables, will we be getting "table shield" type equipment (almost like what cashiers have at grocery stores) that segments students into their own area?

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We are currently reviewing options for classrooms with tables. I am working with facilities to determine best practice and options available.

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Will K-3 coming back full time under Plan A affect buses and how many students we can have on the bus?

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Will K-3 coming back full time under Plan A affect buses and how many students we can have on the bus?

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At this time, transportation is scheduling 22 students max on a bus. Students will sit one to a seat (siblings in the same household can be on the seat together). If this changes, I will let you know.

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Will it be published to families that under Plan A (k-3), due to sizes of most classrooms, that social distancing will likely not be possible with an average of 18-20 children in a classroom

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Will it be published to families that under Plan A (k-3), due to sizes of most classrooms, that social distancing will likely not be possible with an average of 18-20 children in a classroom

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This may not be an issue if enough families opt to keep kiddos remote, but as a parent I would want to know that under plan A, safety measures logistically just do not look the same as in B (specifically social distancing while in the classroom)

Social distancing will take place when possible. We will put procedures and protocols in place to social distance 6ft when possible. This is not a requirement in Plan A, however, we will continue to do so whenever possible. This is what is communicated to parents. You can refer parents or community members to CCS's One Strong Start document if they are interested in reading the specific safety measures recommended and required in each plan.

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If a student is not logging in during the school day, when do we have the time to communicate directly with that family?

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If a student is not logging in during the school day, when do we have the time to communicate directly with that family?

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You will continue to communicate with families regularly, as needed through email, phone, SeeSaw, etc. You would communicate with families while in Plan A or B when you do not have students in front of you (after school, release time as scheduled, before school, and on Fridays). If it is appropriate to reach out to a family while students are in your room, you can do so as you always have. As always you are not expected to reach out or respond to parents or students at home while you have students in your F2F classroom.

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If a student is coming to school and they are "absent" from in person learning, should we expect them to be logging in to the live stream?

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If a student is coming to school and they are "absent" from in person learning, should we expect them to be logging in to the live stream?

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If a student has committed to in person learning in Plan A and Plan B and they are not in person they will be counted absent. They can and should be encouraged to log in if live streaming is occuring or log on to Canvas to complete asynchronous work/watch videos so they can continue learning. However, they will not be counted present because they do.

If a student has opted into face-to-face instruction and is not physically present due to illness they will be counted absent.

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Is there a deadline for families to let us know who will come face to face and who will continue remote? Wondering when we will know how many students will actually be in our classroom. 

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Is there a deadline for families to let us know who will come face to face and who will continue remote? Wondering when we will know how many students will actually be in our classroom. 

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We are sending a survey to parents September 24th at 4:30. The survey will be due on Wednesday, September 30th by 11:59 PM. We (teachers, office, admin, TAs, etc) will begin individually calling families who have not completed the survey to have them do so. 100% of families will be expected to complete the 'Commitment Form.'

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If 12+ students show up in one classroom how will we sit them 6 feet apart?

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If 12+ students show up in one classroom how will we sit them 6 feet apart?

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In Plan A and Plan B we will social distance at 6 feet when possible.  We currently have two model classrooms (one on the K-2 side and one on the 3-5 side) set up with 11/12 desks allowing for 6 feet distance for each student. If the number in the classroom is over 12 students, we will revisit to determine what next steps need to be taken to allow for the social distancing.

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Will our school day go back to to a 7:30 start time? What time will we start bus dismissal?

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Will our school day go back to to a 7:30 start time? What time will we start bus dismissal?

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Yes. We will return to our regular schedule. Arrival will begin at 7:00. Dismissal will be the same time. We may need to adjust the time that dismissal from classrooms to ensure safe movement through the building to buses and cars. Buses will leave campus at 2:20.

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While watching the BOE Meeting I thought the motion passed to come back K-3, Plan A, 4 days a week. However, after hearing and seeing news articles they are saying K-3 under Plan A will be coming back 5 days a week. Could you clarify how many days a week it will actually be?

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While watching the BOE Meeting I thought the motion passed to come back K-3, Plan A, 4 days a week. However, after hearing and seeing news articles they are saying K-3 under Plan A will be coming back 5 days a week. Could you clarify how many days a week it will actually be?

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Just trying to clear up any confusion.

K-5 students will be on campus F2F as scheduled Monday through Thursday beginning October 19th. Knd students will have a staggered entry beginning on Oct. 19th. Friday will remain an asynchronous day for all K-12th graders.

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If teachers have planning time, can it be in our own classroom?  It's super helpful to be in our own space when planning/getting lessons ready.

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If teachers have planning time, can it be in our own classroom?  It's super helpful to be in our own space when planning/getting lessons ready.

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Teachers/staff will not come together for group planning. YOu will stay in your own room/space. PLCs will remain virtual even in Plan A and Plan B.

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For services that take place outside the classroom (Speech for example), what will the cleaning regimen look like between groups?  I had heard initially that there was 10 minute "sit time" for cleansers.

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For services that take place outside the classroom (Speech for example), what will the cleaning regimen look like between groups?  I had heard initially that there was 10 minute "sit time" for cleansers.

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Just thinking about how to create a schedule which incorporates this aspect.

Custodians will clean each classroom at the end/beginning of the day. They have been provided an disinfectant machine that 'fogs' and then settles on all surfaces. Additionally, all teachers (including EC, Encore, etc) will be provided with a spray bottle of disinfectant,  ( gloves and eye covering to wear if you choose) that you can use but are not required to use when you see fit. You might use it if you are switching children at a the same table. I have been informed that these disinfectants have a one minute dwell time.

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What will breakfast and lunch look like for the students?

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What will breakfast and lunch look like for the students?

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Students in grades 1st-5th grade will eat breakfast and lunch in the classroom. Breakfast and lunches will be delivered to the door. Knd will eat lunch in the cafeteria. Breakfast for Knd is TBD. We will consider adding additional grade levels to the cafe at a later date.

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Will classroom teachers have any planning time during the student day (K-3)?

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Will classroom teachers have any planning time during the student day (K-3)?

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Yes. Classroom teachers will have individual planning time during the student day. Collaborative planning and PLCs will occur after the student day and on Fridays. Informal collaborative planning may occur virtually if possible during the student day.

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Will K-3 have to live stream all 4 days?

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Will K-3 have to live stream all 4 days?

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Yes.