Toms River Regional Schools

K-12 Road Forward

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Introduction

The staff at Toms River Regional School District is looking forward to the start of the

2021-2022 school year. Our intention is to provide for as normal an opening as possible, while

continuing to follow procedures that support the health and safety of all students and staff to

the greatest extent possible.

This handbook was developed to provide families with information regarding the specific

practices and procedures that will be followed throughout the district as we return to school. All

information contained within this guide is aligned to Executive Order 251 and the Road

Forward guidance from the NJDOE & NJDOH. Due to ongoing changes related to the

extended public health emergency of COVID-19, this document will remain live and continue to

evolve as information is shared by the New Jersey Department of Education and the local and

state health departments. Every effort will be made to communicate with parents and families

when changes are made that impact these procedures.

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Table of ContentsImportant Highlights from the Road Forward Plan 4

Safety Protocols● Face Coverings● Updated NJDOE Road Forward Guidance, Aug. 20, 2021● Face Shields● Food Consumption in Classrooms/Snack Time● Hand Washing● Watch for symptoms

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Quarantine Exclusion Criteria 7

The Covid-19 Student Screening Disclosure Form 8

Attendance Procedures 8

Hybrid Learning During a Student’s Required Quarantine ora Public Health Emergency 9

Setting Up A Learning Space in the Event of a Quarantine or Public Health Emergency 10

The Classroom Environment● Air Quality● Class Setup● Sanitizing Shared Spaces● Centers (Elementary)● Coat Closet, Cubbies. Lockers

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The Cafeteria and Lunch 13

Student Materials● Supply Packs● Expectations for Chromebook use in Secondary Classrooms During Hybrid Learning

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The Arts: Art, Music, and Instrumental Music● Masks● Timing For Chorus, Wind Instrument Lessons & Ensembles, and Theater Rehearsals● Outdoor Activities● Individual Arts Discipline Guidance

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Google Classroom● Google Classroom Requirements● Stream vs Classwork Page● Topics

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Clever 17

Accessing Support for Technology Related Needs 18-19

The Google Meet● Participating in a Google Meet● Google Meet Expectations● Student Expectations● Parent/Guardian Google Meet Behaviors

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Social and Emotional Learning 22

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Important Highlights from the Road Forward Plan

● In-person, 5 days per week, full day learning will be offered for all levels preK-12, all

students and all programs. **New Jersey does not presently support a remote learning

option for students.

● Breakfast will be available in all schools at all levels each morning and is free for all

students.

● Lunch will be provided at all levels and is free for all students. There will be a la carte

items available for sale.

● Social distancing and cohorting of students will be followed to the greatest extent

practicable. This includes our cafeterias and other large spaces, where alternative

options for spacing will be utilized and seating charts will be documented.

● Routine cleaning, disinfecting and hygiene protocols will continue to be

implemented.

● Expectations for face coverings/masks will follow Executive Order #251. Masks are

required indoors and on school buses. Masks will not be required outdoors. It is

important to note that at the start of the school year many of our indoor spaces will be

excessively hot. In these circumstances, masks will be optional.

● One-time COVID-19 Screening Disclosure Form: All Parents will be asked to certify,

through completion of a one time online form, that they will monitor their child’s health

daily and agree to keep their child home when he/she is ill.

● Visitors will be allowed into the schools, however it will be limited to essential school

related business which includes, but is not limited to: Back to School Night, parent

teacher conferences, 504 Meetings, I&RS meetings, meetings with teachers &/or

counselors and IEP Meetings. All visitors must wear a mask in our school buildings per

Executive Order #251.

● Orientations and Back to School Nights will be in-person. Communication

regarding specific times, protocols, and procedures will come from each school’s

Principal.

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Safety Protocols

Face Coverings

District staff, students, and visitors are required to wear face coverings except under thefollowing circumstances:

a. Excessive Heat impacting indoors [weeklycommunication will keep families informed]

b. Health/Medical Condition or Disability (IEP,504, IHP)

c. Engaged in Activity that cannot be performedwearing a mask: Eating, Drinking, Playing anInstrument

d. Engaged in high-intensity aerobic oranaerobic activity

e. Participating in high-intensity physical activities during PE Classf. Emergent medical condition circumstancesg. Wearing a mask creates an unsafe condition to execute a task.

*Mask breaks will be a regular part of the school day and a part of the routine andprocedures of all classrooms at every level.

Updated NJDOE Road Forward Guidance, Aug. 20, 2021

In the K–12 indoor classroom setting, if both the infected student and the exposed student(s)are wearing well-fitting masks the entire time they were within 3-6 feet of each other, theexposed student:

● Will NO LONGER BE CONSIDERED A CLOSE CONTACT and, therefore,● Will NO LONGER BE SUBJECT TO QUARANTINE RESTRICTIONS.

This exception does NOT apply to teachers, staff, or other adults in the indoor classroomsetting.

Face Shields

Currently, the CDC does not recommend use of face shields as a substitute for face coverings.Therefore, they may not be used to satisfy face covering requirements. However, they may bean option for students with medical or other challenges that preclude the use of face coverings.If face shields are used without a mask, they should wrap around the sides of the wearer’sface and extend to below the chin.

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Food Consumption in Classrooms/Snack Time

All students are to bring in their own snacks for their personal consumption. All snacks shouldbe peanut and nut free. There will be no sharing or passing out of any food related items withinclassrooms. Students will need to provide their own water bottle as filling stations will not beprovided at this time.

Hand Washing

Students should wash their hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.It’s especially important to wash:

● Before eating food● Before touching their face● After using the restroom● After leaving the classroom● After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing● After handling your mask

If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer. Hand sanitizer will be madeavailable in every classroom and throughout the school building. Cover all surfaces of yourhands and rub them together until they feel dry. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouthwith unwashed hands.

Watch for symptoms

People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mildsymptoms to severe illness. In the event that you notice or a student reports having any of thesymptoms below, call the school nurse.

● Fever or chills● Cough● Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing● Fatigue● Muscle or body aches● Headache

● New loss of taste or smell● Sore throat● Congestion or runny nose● Nausea or vomiting● Diarrhea

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Quarantine Exclusion Criteria

Exclusion Criteria - Compatible Symptoms or Test Positive to COVID-19

● Ill individuals with COVID-19-compatible symptoms who have not been tested orindividuals who tested positive for COVID-19 should stay home until at least 10 dayshave passed since onset of symptoms.

● Ill individuals with COVID-19-compatible symptoms who test negative may return oncefever free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medication and when all symptomsresolve.

● Persons who test positive for COVID-19 but who are asymptomatic must stay home 10days from the positive test result.

● An alternate diagnosis without a negative COVID-19 test is not acceptable.

*For students with chronic illness, only new symptoms or symptoms worsethan baseline should be used to fulfill symptom-based exclusion criteria.

*If an unvaccinated staff member or student resides in a home with anindividual with COVID-19 compatible symptoms, the exposed individual cannotreturn to school for a minimum of 10 days from the date of the last contact withthe ill individual, or until the ill individual tests negative for COVID-19. In theevent that the ill family member can be completely isolated (separate restroomand living space), consideration may be given to quarantine period.

Exclusion Criteria - Close Contact of a confirmed positive case

● Close contact is defined as being within 6 feet of someone with suspected or knownCOVID-19 symptoms for 15 or more minutes during a 24-hour period. Exception: Inschool, the close contact definition excludes students who were within 3 to 6 feet of aninfected student where both the infected student and the exposed student(s) correctlyand consistently wore well-fitting masks the entire time. This exception does not applyto teachers, staff, or other adults in the indoor classroom setting.

● Close contact individuals will need to be excluded.○ *High - exposed close contacts should be excluded for 14 days○ *Moderate - *Low - exposed close contacts should be excluded from

school for 10 days (7 days with a negative test)

● Exposed close contacts who are fully vaccinated and have no COVID-19 like symptomsdo not need to be excluded (Vaccinated students will be identified through the NewJersey Immunization Information System which is automatically updated within thedistrict’s student information system)

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*The COVID-19 Weekly Activity Report provides data on COVID-19 transmission risk by six regions. Thisreport is posted on Thursdays and uses Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) dates, which arefrom Sunday to Saturday. MMWR dates are commonly used by the Centers for Disease Control andPrevention (CDC) to standardize weekly reporting across years. The Region's COVID activity level isrepresented by green (low), yellow (moderate), high (orange), and very high, (red).

The Covid-19 Student Screening Disclosure Form

A Covid-19 Screening Disclosure form for the 2021-2022 school year will need to be

completed once on the first day of school. This will be in lieu of the daily Covid screening

form. The Covid-19 Screening Disclosure form will be located in the Parent Portal when you

access your child’s homeroom teacher prior to the start of the school year. The release form

needs to be completed prior to your child arriving at school on the first day. If your child arrives

at school without completing the Covid-19 Screening Disclosure form they will not be permitted

into the classroom. At this time they will be held in a secure location until contact is made with

the parent/guardian by school personnel.

Sample Covid Screening Form

Attendance Procedures

Student attendance will be taken daily. Students who are

physically absent for a reason other than a mandatory

COVID-related quarantine will be marked “Absent.”

Completed assignments will be addressed as makeup work

as has been done in the past.

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Hybrid Learning During a Student’s Required Quarantine ora Public Health Emergency

Toms River Regional School District Quarantine-Based Hybrid Procedures

Quarantine Type Synchronous Instruction Asynchronous Instruction

Student(s) QuarantineThe student will transition fromin-person instruction to distancelearning.

Example: A student is required toquarantine due to exposure outsideof school

Synchronous (Live) Instruction willoccur at designated times duringthe day. The schedule will beshared with families for theirstudents to attend live instruction.

Asynchronous work will be postedon Google Classroom for studentsto complete at home. Students willview videos and completeassignments, as assigned. Theymay be asked to work inweb-based programs to practiceacademic skills and/or completeassessments.

Class QuarantineThe class will transition fromin-person instruction to distancelearning.

Example: An entire class isrequired to quarantine due toexposure.

Synchronous (Live) Instruction willoccur at designated times duringthe day. The schedule will beshared with families for theirstudents to attend live instruction.This includes small groupinstruction.

Asynchronous work will be postedon Google Classroom for studentsto complete at home. Students willview videos and completeassignments, as assigned. Theymay be asked to work inweb-based programs to practiceacademic skills and/or completeassessments.

School Quarantine

The school will transition fromin-person instruction to distancelearning.

Example: An entire school mustquarantine due to risk-level oroutbreak.

Synchronous (Live) Instruction willoccur at designated times duringthe day. The schedule will beshared with families for theirstudents to attend live instruction.This includes small groupinstruction.

Asynchronous work will be postedon Google Classroom for studentsto complete at home. Students willview videos and completeassignments, as assigned. Theymay be asked to work inweb-based programs to practiceacademic skills and/or completeassessments.

● During whole-class instruction, students who are learning remotely due to exclusion

requirements will have the same opportunity to listen to new content being delivered.

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Teachers will utilize the Google Meet to bring remote students into the classroom for

brief mini-lessons/whole group instruction. To accomplish this task appropriately and

successfully some things should be considered:

● A class schedule will be created and communicated to all students so that the live

instruction portion of each lesson remains consistent in order for those in quarantine to

participate in synchronous instruction.

● Teachers will have a 24-hour turn-around time to have updated lessons added to the

Google Classroom and an open Google Meet after being notified of a student in

quarantine.

● The computer and/or camera will be positioned facing the white board/front of the room

and close enough so a student at home can hear the lesson.

● Students will be instructed to use the chat box to ask questions in lieu of unmuting the

microphone. A system for younger students to submit questions would be using the

letter “Q” if they have a question. At the conclusion of the mini-lesson/whole group

instruction, if time permits, the teacher can quickly view the chat box and answer

questions.

● The teacher will develop a system for maintaining communication with remote students

that is manageable for both the teacher and student.

Special Education Students

● Special Education students should continue to receive the modifications and support as

described in their IEP.

● Inclusion teachers should log into the Google Meet and provide periodic check-ins

during the class period.

● Inclusion teachers should modify class assignments based on student need.

Setting Up A Learning Space in the Event of a Quarantine or Public HealthEmergency

When a student is learning remotely they may find it hard to feel as though they are in schoolwhen in fact they’re “learning from home.” One way parents can help is to create a dedicatedlearning space for their child in which they will love to learn.

Here are some tips on how to create a learning space that will support your child’s educationalexperience at home:

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● Choose a location with as few distractions as possible. A desk in a quiet room is ideal.● Decorate the space. If your child helps to design their workspace, he or she will have

ownership of it.● Include stress relievers. Some kids can concentrate better when they’re allowed to

fidget, or have soothing background noise. Consider including a squishy ball, Rubik’scube, Silly Putty or something else to keep their hands busy.

● If your child is unable to sit in one place for a long time, try an exercise ball for a chair.You can also let your child know that it’s okay to stand while doing assignments.

● Organize supplies. Work with your child to fill their space with necessary,age-appropriate supplies.

Here are some examples to start:● Cup filled with writing utensils● Tray to organize markers, crayons, eraser, stapler and scissors:● Writing paper: Have both lined and unlined paper available.

The Classroom Environment

Air QualityImproving the air quality in each of our classrooms has beenan emphasis of Toms River Regional Schools. This schoolyear, each classroom has been outfitted with an air scrubber(picture on right) and all unit ventilators have proper filtrationand where possible have been enhanced with a Bio-Protectapplication designed to protect against highly contagiousviruses such as COVID-19, influenza and MRSA.

To further ensure our students have a safe learning space,certain considerations will be made when creating theclassroom environment.

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Class Setup

● A seating chart will be maintained for each class.● Students will sit three feet apart when feasible; based on class sizes and room setups

districtwide, opportunities will vary.● All desks will be facing in one direction, unless otherwise temporarily arranged for group

work for individual lessons.● The use of tables will be implemented when it is feasible to keep students three feet

apart.● Seating arrangements will avoid permanent groupings.

Sanitizing Shared Spaces

Sanitizing wipes are available for all classrooms. Shared desks will be wiped down at transitiontimes to ensure cleanliness for all students. TRRS works with our vendors and in concordancewith the most current CDC guidelines in providing recommended disinfection operations.Currently, TRRS utilizes Virex II 256 manufactured by Diversey as our main disinfectantproduct. Virex II 256 is EPA registered and approved. Virex II 256 is on the list of disinfectantsfor use against SARS-CoV 2. (Virex II 256 EPA Registration # 70627-24)https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/list-n-disinfectants-use-against-sars-cov-2-covid-19This chemical is to be used primarily on hard non porous surfaces. Our goal during this periodis to focus on routine cleaning and disinfection of high touch point areas that potentiallycontribute to the spread of pathogens. Virex II 256 requires a 10 minute dwell time for properdisinfection. As students are in classroom sessions custodians will focus on these high touchareas in common areas. The disinfectant will be sprayed or wiped on surfaces and left to dryover a ten minute period. Food contact surfaces will be rinsed/wiped with potable water afterthe dwell time. TRRS will continue to consider and investigate alternative disinfection agents,

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and focus on providing safe and clean facilities during this unprecedented health crisis in ourcounty and state.

Centers (Elementary)

● All areas in the classroom that are used by multiple students will be arranged toaccommodate students 3 feet apart. This may limit the space to 3 to 4 students percenter.

● Teachers and staff members will ensure adequate supplies are available to minimize thehigh touch materials and disinfect routinely and between use.

● All students will be encouraged to practice hand hygiene between use of shared items.

Coat Closet, Cubbies. LockersCoat closets, cubbies and lockers will be in use. Building administration, teachers and staff willensure that a system is in place to support students in keeping their belongings in closets,cubbies, and lockers while ensuring social distancing of 3ft. when feasible.

The Cafeteria and LunchFor meals offered in cafeterias or other group dining areas, where masks may not be worn,schools will be implementing other layered prevention strategies to help mitigate the spread ofCOVID-19. These strategies include:

● Maximizing physical distance as much as possible when moving through the foodservice line and while eating (especially indoors)

● Considering alternatives to group dining areas such as eating in classrooms,common areas or outdoors when feasible

● Maintaining student cohorts and limiting mixing between groups, if possible● Discouraging students from sharing meals● Routine cleaning and sanitizing will take place between groups● Improving the air quality in all areas continues to be a focus of TRRS. This

includes all cafeterias and large settings within our buildings. All cafeterias havebeen outfitted with the iWave-C technology. iWave-C is a self-cleaning, bi-polarionationzation generator for actively treating a building’s air quality.

Student MaterialsSupply Packs

As stated on page 8 of "The Road Forward," school districts should avoidor limit sharing objects and equipment. When sharing is unavoidable,objects and equipment should be disinfected between uses. Teachers

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and staff will ensure that a system is in place to support students in keeping their belongingsseparated from others’ and, when possible, stored in individually labeled containers.

To support this recommendation teachers will be using the following safety procedure:● Each child should be provided with their own supplies or asked to bring their own

supplies to school.● Supplies could be kept in a single ziploc bag, pencil case or an individual’s desk/locker● Shared supply spaces such as material bins or cubbies should be limited.

*Supplies may include writing utensils, workbooks, notebook, scissors, glue, etc.

Expectations for Chromebook use in Secondary Classrooms During Hybrid Learning

Students will be able to bring their chromebooks to and from school each day. This will provideopportunities for our teachers to administer digital assessments and assignments, allowstudents to collaborate with their classmates using interactive digital tools such as Googledocs, Slides and Jamboards, as well as provide opportunities for teachers to give immediatefeedback and support where needed.

Guidelines provided on pages 3 and 4 of this handbook will continue to be applicable inaddition to the following:

1. Students in class cannot be broadcasted to students at home; students in class shouldnot be participating in a Google Meet from the classroom. In the event that there are 2or fewer students present, you may decide to engage in-person students in Googlebreakout rooms with peers for collaboration, but this should be used sparingly. Thispractice will not be widely supported by our current district bandwidth capacity.

2. Chromebooks are not expected to be used 100% of the time for instruction. Teachersare encouraged to continue to use technology to support or enhance instructionalpractices in the classroom and facilitate students’ navigation of digital resources.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your department supervisor and/orbuilding administrators.

The Arts: Art, Music, and Instrumental Music

The following highlights apply to indoor visual and performing arts classrooms and activities(Dance, Media Arts, Music, Theatre, Visual Art):

MasksMasks should be utilized by all performers except wind players where the instrument itselfshould be masked. Wind players may have a normal mask around the neck when playing the

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instrument which should be used to cover the mouth when not playing. Specially designedplayer masks are not necessary. Flutes and recorders do not need any covering as they do notgenerate aerosols. Plastic face shields do not stop aerosol, masks do; room dividers inhibit thefunction of the HVAC system and are not recommended.

Timing For Chorus, Wind Instrument Lessons & Ensembles, and Theater RehearsalsIf feasible, in spaces with good ventilation, indoor rehearsal time should be limited to 50minutes followed by one air exchange before resuming (a minimum of 3 air changes per hourshould be used or 1 air change every 20 minutes). For classes over 50 minutes start and endthe class with a non-performance activity. If there are spaces with higher air change rates, youmay consider longer rehearsal times. For general music classes, singing activities andnon-singing activities should be alternating throughout the 40-minute special.Outdoor ActivitiesThere are no mask, distancing, or time limitations for any outdoor visual and performing artsactivity. Outdoors remain the safest space. No mitigations are needed (subject to the level oflocal transmission rates). Proper hygiene strategies should remain in place.

Individual Arts Discipline GuidanceGuidance for individual arts disciplines of dance, music, theatre, and visual art visit:September Forward (Arts Ed NJ - this website is live and will be updated as needed). Andhere is a poster for your classroom.

Proper hygiene and ventilation strategies will be a priority at all times.

Google Classroom

Google Classrooms for all homeroom teachers, special area, and activity teachers will becreated by the district. All students will be preloaded into these Google Classrooms prior to thestart of school. If they are not, teachers can send studentsa classroom code to have them join or they can be addedmanually by the teacher. Some Google Classrooms mayhave a Co-Teacher such as:

Some Suggestions:● Inclusion● ESL● Basic Skills (Local and Title I)● Paraprofessionals● Tech Teacher

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● Administration

Students should accept all classrooms that are on their dashboard. Students may have a newGoogle Classroom each Marking Period/Trimester for organizational purposes.

Google Classroom RequirementsAll teachers will be required to keep an active Google Classroom with a visible Google Meet

link for daily/weekly communication for students and parents. Daily homework assignments per

content area will be posted within the Google Classroom. This regular use of Google

Classroom will allow for a smooth transition to remote learning if the need arises or a student is

required to quarantine. If the school district closes for three or more days due to a declared

state of emergency or a declared public health emergency, we are obligated to provide remote

instruction. As in the past, Google Classroom will be the primary platform to provide remote

instruction.

Stream vs Classwork Page

Google Classroom has separate tabs for Stream, Classwork, and People which simplifies theorganization of each component. The “Stream” is the homepage that appears when a userlogs in to the Google Classroom and it displays a series of chronological posts. Teachers areencouraged to post class announcements on the Stream. Please note, as new posts arecreated, the announcements get pushed down.

The Classwork page provides teachers with a definitive space to post assignments and raisequestions with the option of creating topic modules for ease of organization. Teachers canutilize the topics function to post a syllabus or class resources. Topics can be moved up ordown allowing the teacher to arrange the page in the order most conducive to the class. Thisfeature allows students to locate assignments faster.

Topics

Student work can be organized on the classwork page in many ways. Your child’s teacher willfind the most suitable way to organize class resources and daily assignments.

Some options may be:

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● Daily

● Weekly

● By Lesson

● By Unit

● By Subject or Topic

● File Type

CleverClever simplifies digital learning by creating one friendly place for tech resources and learning

platforms—this way your child only needs to log into Clever to access all the great tech tools

used by their teacher. Students will use Clever to access their teachers' Google

Classroom.

Follow the direction below to get your child started with Clever:

● If you do not know your child’s Google Username and Password, Log into GenesisParent Portal. Your child’s Login Information will be found under their picture. Pleasenote passwords are case sensitive.

● Go to www.TRSCHOOLS.com

● Click “Students”

● Click Clever under Quick Links (left side of screen)

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● Click “Log in with Google”

● Enter your child's Google Login information to Sign in

● Now that you have logged into Clever you can access your child's Google

Classroom

Watch this Clever Tutorial created by the TRRS Tech Departmentfor more information

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Accessing Support for Technology Related Needs

Please use the resources below, made available by our technology department, if you are inneed of any additional help or support.

● FamilyTechHelp@trschools.com● Student/Family Tutorials● Help for families from Ocean County● Family Tech Resources

Technology ResourcesThe resources below have been widely used among educators to support both blended and Virtuallearning. They represent just a few of the many tools available to engage students and transition bestpractices to a Virtual environment.

Key Resources

Google Classroom

Classroom helps students and teachersorganize assignments, collaborate, andcommunicate with one another. New to-do andto review features!

Google Meet

Take collaboration to the next level withdigital classrooms and live streaming. Newfeatures coming soon include: hand raising,meeting attendance, breakout rooms, pollingand more

Math

i-Ready Math (K-8)

i‑Ready is a comprehensive assessmentand instruction program that empowerseducators with the resources they needto help all students succeed. Byconnecting Diagnostic data andPersonalized Instruction, i‑Ready

reduces complexity, saves educators time, and makesdifferentiated instruction achievable in every classroom.

BrainingCamp

BrainingCamp fills an important gap inclassroom and distance learning for mathstudents. BrainingCamp provides digitalmanipulatives that are easy to usealongside iReady and classroominstruction. These tools are easily alignedwith standards and integrated into

existing classroom structures to provide students withdifferentiated choices to improve their mathematics learning.

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English Language Arts

i-Ready Reading (K-8)

i‑Ready is a comprehensive assessment and instruction program that empowers educators with theresources they need to help all students succeed. By connecting Diagnostic data and PersonalizedInstruction, i‑Ready reduces complexity, saves educators time, and makes differentiated instructionachievable in every classroom.

Study Island (Gr 2-8)

Helps students master state-specific, grade-levelacademic standards in a fun and engagingmanner. Study Island combines rigorous contentwith interactive features and games that engagestudents and reinforce and reward learningachievement.

Reading Eggs (Gr K-1)

With Reading Eggs and Reading Eggs Express,children complete animated online lessonswhere they learn essential reading and phonicsskills.

Science and Social Studies

Brain Pop

Playful Engaging learning games, animatedmovies, and activities. Designed withrelevance, depth, and humor to encouragekids on their unique learning paths.

Mystery Science

Mystery Science provides ready-madescience mysteries for elementary schoolstudents. Each lesson contains a centralmystery, discussion questions,supplemental reading, and a hands-onactivity.

Elevate Science Grades K-8Where Students Explore and Experiment Like Scientists and Engineers

Special Education

Moby Max

A digital collection of K-8 resources to help youdifferentiate instruction to students performingon, below, and above grade level.

Universal Read 180Read 180 is a reading program

designed for struggling readers who arereading 2 or more years below grade level.It provides blended learning instruction (i.e.combining digital media with traditionalclassroom instruction), studentassessment, and teacher professionaldevelopment.

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System 44System 44 is a foundational readingprogram designed for the mostchallenging struggling readers inGrades 3-12. Intentionallymetacognitive System 44 sounds and26 letters that can be mastered.

Unique Learning System

Unique Learning System is one-of-a kindprogram designed specifically to givestudents with complex learning needsmeaningful access to the generaleducation curriculum.

The Google Meet

Participating in a Google Meet

Teachers have a visible Google Meet link in your child’s Google Classroom. If a student islearning remotely click the link when Homeroom/Morning Meeting begins (according toyour school's bell schedule) in order to join the classroom virtually.

Google Meet Expectations

The Google Meet Classroom environment is an extension of your child’s classroom at school.It should be appropriate and free of distractions. Poor lighting, loud background noises, anunstable webcam and a too-casual atmosphere may prevent students from listening to andengaging in a lesson. Make sure that your child’s camera is at eye level and that thebackground behind them is as clear and appropriate as possible.

Establishing behavioral guidelines, as well as clear norms for the Google Meets, can provideyour child with the most stable learning environment possible.

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Student Expectations

To maintain a positive, productive learning environment and assure confidentiality for students andteachers during distance learning, all students are asked to observe the following guidelines:

● Keep in mind, you are IN SCHOOL! Hours and attendance will run simultaneously with yourscheduled classes. Students are expected to log in and remain for the entirety of the classperiod.

● Be on time.

● Come prepared.

● Follow the school dress code.

● Find a quiet place free of distractions. Family members, including parents, guardians, siblings,should not be a part of the meetings. Do not attend meetings from your bed.

● Attempt to select an area in your home with enough space for necessary items- books,notebooks, computers, etc.

● Make sure your device is charged and ready for use.

● Mute yourself until you are told to unmute.

● Ask questions in the chat and/or raise your hand. If for some reason a student needs to leavethe meeting, they should comment in the chat.

● Use polite and appropriate language. No side conversations.

● Give your best effort online as you would in the classroom.

● Do not record meetings to protect the privacy of all participants. You must have legal consentfrom all of the participants to record a meeting. Inappropriate use/behavior on Google Meets willbe handled according to the district’s Code of Conduct.

Parent/Guardian Google Meet Behaviors

To maintain a positive, productive learning environment and assure confidentiality for students andteachers during distance learning, all parents/guardians are asked to observe the following privacyguidelines:

● Google Meetings are designed for students to seamlessly transition to remote learning. Toprevent disruptions to the learning environment, parents/guardians should not activelyparticipate in sessions. You may assist with technology. Any academic support should comefrom the teacher.

● Do not video record, audio record, photograph, live stream, or transmit any part of a GoogleMeeting. You must have legal consent from all of the participants to record a meeting.

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● Any confidential or personally identifiable information related to students participating in aGoogle Meeting should not be collected, discussed or shared.

● Parents/guardians should not engage with students during Google Meetings.

● If a parent/guardian has a question, please email your child’s teacher.

Social and Emotional LearningReturning to school after a prolonged absence or learning remotely can prove challengingwhen working on social/emotional skills and building relationships. It takes some extra workand planning. Here are some tips, ideas, and strategies to continue to support your child’s

Social Emotional Learning in the remote environment.

● Have your child note how they feel before andafter school activity to see what is helpful to them.

● Help your child attend assigned Google Meets -whole class, small group, or individual - to maintainconnections with teachers & peers during remotelearning

● Encourage and assist your child to watchflip-grids when available so he/she can continue toshare and connect with classmates.

● Check in with the guidance counselor, join theguidance classroom, complete posted guidanceactivities.

● Reach out to your child’s teacher or CST case manager if applicable.

Mindfulness Activities

A new study suggests that mindfulness education — lessons on techniques to calm the mindand body — can reduce the negative effects of stress and increase students' ability to stayengaged, helping them stay on track academically and avoid behavior problems. Here aresome mindfulness activities you can try. Have your child take note of how they feel before, andafter the activity to see what is helpful to them.

● Progressive Muscle● Relaxation for kids● Falling Leaves● Visualization for kids● 3 Minute Body Scan● Melting Flow GoNoodle

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