DSUSD Moving Forward Instructional Model Framework for Fall 2020

Board of Education MeetingJuly 9, 2020

July 9, 2020

DSUSD School Opening Plan will be considered by the

Board of Education @ 5 PM

July 1, 2020

Host a second Bailey & Coffee to update the community on the Task Force progress proposal @ 4 PM - English, 6 PM - Spanish;

launch additional survey

DSUSD Timeline to School Opening

June 15, 2020

Launch multiple DSUSD Task Force meetings to devise draft

school opening plan. Last meeting June 25

June 3-8, 2020

Parent/staff survey launched (call for questions) to inform virtual Bailey & Coffee event

Spring 2020

Beginning of the 2020/2021 school year

August 19, 2020

June 9, 2020

Virtual Bailey & Coffee conducted in advance of community/staff survey regarding 2020/2021

School Opening Plan

June 30, 2020

Board of Education Study Session @ 4:30 to discuss preliminary

school opening plan in consideration of Task Force input

All plans subject to change based on public health guidelines.

Governor approves SB 98

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● Student and Staff Health and Safety● Parental Choice● Instructional Opportunities● Flexibility to adjust as necessary

Our Distance/Hybrid Instructional Models must include:1. Connectivity and Devices for students2. Standards Based Curriculum and Instruction that matches

the intellectual challenge found in in-person instruction3. Academic and other supports for pupils performing below

grade level, ELs, pupils with exceptional needs, foster youth, and those requiring mental health services

4. Services required by an IEP and any accommodations necessary to ensure that individualized education program can be executed in a distance learning environment

5. Incorporate Designated and Integrated ELD6. Daily Live Interaction between students and teachers

SB 98 - Distance Learning Requirements

Addressing the WHY?Health and SafetyInstructional Model Options Student Need

Sample - Elementary Distance Learning ScheduleMonday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

8:00-8:30 Morning Meeting: Attendance Tracking Activity, Announcements, Daily Schedule, Community Circles, Class Town Hall, Mindful Moment, SEL Strategy (Live through Google Meet/Zoom/etc.)

8:00-8:30 Morning Meeting: Attendance Tracking Activity, Announcements, Daily Schedule, Community Circles, Class Town Hall, Mindful Moment, Social Emotional Learning (Live through Google Meet/Zoom/etc.)

8:30-9:00 Independent ELA online Learning using i-Ready

8:30-9:00 Independent ELA online Learning using i-Ready

9:00-11:00 Intervention Blocks (30 min each) 9:00-9:30 Synchronous ELA Instruction (Integration of Science and Social Studies as well as integrated ELD)

9:30-11:00 Small group instruction block/break or independent learning for students not in small group instruction (Designated ELD, IEP support, intervention needs, differentiated instruction within these blocks of time)

11:00-11:30 Independent Math online Learning using i-Ready

11:00-11:30 PE, MUSIC, ART

11:30-12:30 LUNCH 11:30-12:00 LUNCH

12:30-1:30 Virtual Office Hours1:1 student check-ins and parent communication

12:00-12:30 Independent Math online Learning using i-Ready

1:30-3:00 Professional Learning Communities, Professional Development, Staff Meetings

12:30-1:00 Synchronous Math Instruction

1:00-2:00 Virtual Office Hours1:1 student check-ins and parent communication

2:00-3:00 Teacher Prep Period/Student Independent Work

Sample - Secondary Distance Learning Schedule

Sample - Elementary Hybrid Schedule

Sample - Secondary Hybrid Schedule

HomeschoolCurrently offered in DSUSD under the Horizon School. Independent study is an alternative to classroom instruction consistent with a school district’s course of study and is not an alternative curriculum. Independent study programs are voluntary and use alternative instructional strategies that respond to individual student needs and learning styles.The flexibility of independent study programs makes it possible to serve a wide variety of students, enabling some students who otherwise might not graduate to stay in school. Students who enroll in independent study include students who have health problems, are parents, need to work, and are child actors or aspiring Olympic athletes. Independent studies programs are required to follow the district-adopted curriculum, and work is governed by a written agreement signed by the student, teacher, parent, and other relevant adults. This program is A-G Compliant and allows students to go from Horizon to a four year university upon graduation.

Horizon (K-8) Home School is a fully accredited K-8 Alternative Education Program. Horizon K-8 students are taught at home by the parent/guardian using detailed, California Common Core State Standards-based lesson plans. The Home School Academic Program is rigorous and not designed for “catching-up” on a student’s studies. Unlike traditional educational programs, students and parents have flexibility. Without adhering to a time clock, parents/guardians are expected to work at least 5 hours each day with their students. Each parent/guardian will have continuous support. An experienced, fully credentialed supervising teacher will assure accountability with all state and district requirements during weekly meetings. The supervising teachers will also provide one-on-one support for the student and parent/guardian during the weekly meetings.

Independent Study

Transition Timeline

Start in Distance LearningAug 19

✔ Small group in-person support ✔ Communication with parents where students are not

participating at least 3 days per week✔ Attendance and Grading

Distance LearningHybrid Learning

Labor Day

✔ Site occupancy 50%✔ 2-day/2-day/1-day model✔ Attendance and Grading✔ Transition at grading breaks (Trimester and Semester)

Moving toward Traditional instruction when deemed safe by public health.TBD ✔ Distance Learning option still available

✔ Attendance and Grading

Timeline subject to change due to recommendations from Public Health and/or state requirements.Additional options may be considered for vulnerable student populations as identified in legislation.

On or around

Labor Day

based on

public health

guidelines.

Options for the 2020/2021 School Year

Hybrid Model - A blended learning model combines on campus and virtual learning at home.

Distance Learning - Students will primarily learn at home in an online format five days a week. Teachers will provide a variety of instructional strategies including live virtual instruction. Teachers will also provide virtual office hours and opportunities for small group instruction and support. Students maintain their home school affiliation.

Independent Study - Currently offered in DSUSD under Horizon School. Independent study is an alternative to classroom instruction consistent with a school district’s course of study and is not an alternative curriculum. Students would be registered as a Horizon student.

Homeschooling - Horizon (K-8) Home School is a fully accredited K-8 Alternative Education Program provided to families as another educational option.

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