School Reopening

Planning Update

July 29, 2020

Presentation Outline

Part 1: Learning Models for 2020 - 2021

• KSD Guiding Principles for Planning

• Planning and Engagement Processes

• Family and Staff Re-Opening Survey Feedback

• Recommendation 1: Learning Models

Part 2: Re-opening Plan

• Safe Start Washington Phases and Metrics

• Updated Guidelines, Information, and Datao Center for Disease Control (CDC) o Washington State Department of Health (DOH)o Benton-Franklin Health District (BFHD)

• Recommendations 2 & 3: Re-opening Plan and Phases

Kennewick School District

Guiding Principles for Planning

• Ensure the safety of our students and staff and adhere to the Department

of Health requirements.

• Ensure we meet Basic Education requirements and students receive

high quality instruction.

• Have a consistent and equitable district-wide approach.

• Maintain the regular instructional program to the extent possible.

• Ensure that hybrid learning models:

• Maximize the amount of face-to-face, in-person instruction for

students, to the extent safely possible.

• Differentiate approach by grade level/student need.

• Ensure that remote learning models provide a consistent and family-

friendly approach.

• Ensure staff receives the needed training and support to implement the

learning models.

• Be fiscally responsible.

Planning and Engagement

Processes

Planning and Engagement Processes

April/May: Family and staff Continuous Distance Learning surveys

June: School Re-opening Planning and Implementation Teams and family and staff online input forms

July: School Re-opening Planning video and staff and familysurveys

Family and Staff Re-Opening

Survey Feedback

Family Survey Results - English

Family Survey Results – Spanish

Family Survey Results – Arabic

Staff Survey Results

Summary: Comfort Level

Families:

English

Elementary

Families

Middle &

High

School

Families

Elementary/

Middle &

High

School

Families:

Elementary

Elementary/Middle

& High School

Families:

Secondary

Very

Uncomfortable

(1-2)

37% 27% 31% 28%

Very

Comfortable

(4-5)

47% 54% 53% 56%

Families:

Spanish

Elementary

Families

Middle &

High

School

Families

Elementary/

Middle &

High

School

Families:

Elementary

Elementary/Middle

& High School

Families:

Secondary

Very

Uncomfortable

(1-2)

77% 53% 66% 74%

Very

Comfortable

(4-5)

15% 31% 17% 26%

Overall, what is your family’s comfort level returning to school in

the fall for on-site, in person learning?

Staff KSD KEA

Very

Uncomfortable

(1-2)

44% 70%

Very

Comfortable

(4-5)

36% 30%

Elementary Scenario #1: 75/25

Parents: English Parents: Spanish

Staff

Elementary Scenario #2: 50/50 AB/AB

Parents: English Parents: Spanish

Staff

Elementary Scenario #3: 50/50 AA/BB

Parents: English Parents: Spanish

Staff

Elementary Specials

• Many concerns about potential loss of specials (i.e. library and technology) from both families and staff in all scenarios

MS/HS Scenario #1: 50/50 AB/AB

Parents: English Parents: Spanish

Staff

MS/HS Scenario #2: 50/50 AA/BB

Parents: English Parents: Spanish

Staff

Summary:

Overall Preference

Families:

English

Elementary

Families

Middle &

High

School

Families

Elementary/

Middle &

High

School

Families:

Elementary

Elementary/Middle

& High School

Families:

Secondary

KSD Online

Academy18% 11% 15% 14%

Begin with

hybrid53% 62% 60% 61%

Begin with

remote29% 27% 25% 25%

Families:

Spanish

Elementary

Families

Middle &

High

School

Families

Elementary/

Middle &

High

School

Families:

Elementary

Elementary/Middle

& High School

Families:

Secondary

KSD Online

Academy20% 25% 15% 12%

Begin with

hybrid23% 22% 25% 23%

Begin with

remote58% 53% 60% 65%

Staff KSD KEA

Begin with

hybrid44% 30%

Begin with

remote56% 70%

Recommendation #1:

Learning Models

• An online learning academyo An option for families who do not wish to have their children

return to school for on-site learning during the 2020 – 21 school year

• A remote learning modelo A “new and improved” version of Continuous Distance Learningo Remote learning will be implemented when schools cannot be

open for on-site/in-person learning

• An AA/BB hybrid learning model• Hybrid learning includes both on-site/face-to-face learning and

remote learning• Hybrid learning will be implemented when schools can re-open

for on-site/face-to-face learning with enhanced safety precautions such as face coverings and physical distancing

• Elementary specials will be maintained• We will continue work to determine if/how K-2 can be provided

more on-site/face-to-face learning

All Learning Models

• Chromebooks for grades 3 -12

• Google Classroom as the consistent learning platform for grades 3 -12

• Daily attendance required

• Regular grading practices and policies

Online Learning Academy

KSD Online Academy

Online Learning

• Option offered to

families who do not

plan to have their

children return to

school for on-site/in-

person learning for

2020-21

• Students enroll full-

time in new KSD

Online Learning

Academy program

• Students do not

attend any in-person

school for the 2020-

21 school year

• Web-based educational program for students in grades K-12 that

provides online courses for students with KSD instructor support.

• Mirrors the scope and sequence of content taught in the classrooms

of the KSD.

• Students (and parents) receive weekly personal contact with an

assigned KSD teacher(s) for the purpose of instruction, review of

assignments, testing, reporting of student progress, or other learning

activities.

• Student progress will be evaluated against the progress

benchmarks which are clearly defined in the course for each month

and reported to parents on a regular basis.

• Each student will be graded on the same grading scale as students

attending brick and mortar schools in the KSD.

• Students will be required to take state assessments.

• Google Classroom will be the learning platform for enrolled courses

and email for parent communication.

• Students would be expected to remain enrolled in the Online

Academy for a full term and could only transfer from or to the

Academy at the Trimester or the Semester

Next Steps

• August 11: Host a webinar for interested families to learn more about KSD Online Academy and explain differences of online, remote and MCP

• August 11 – 14: Registration window

Remote Learning

Remote Learning

Remote Learning

• For families who plan

to have their children

return to school for

on-site/in-person

learning for 2020-21

• Implemented if

schools cannot re-

open for on-site/in-

person learning or if

schools need to

close anytime during

the 2020-21 school

year

• “New and improved” version of Continuous Distance Learning

• Google Classroom as the consistent learning platform grades 3-12

• Daily attendance

• Grading

• KSD teachers deliver instruction and learning through a blend of

synchronous (teacher interacting “real-time” online with students)

and asynchronous (non-“real-time”) instruction

Sample Remote Learning Week:

Elementary

Sample Remote Learning Week:

Elementary

Sample Remote Learning Week:

Middle and High School

Hybrid Learning

Why is a hybrid model needed?

• We cannot have 100% of students on-site for in-

person learning and meet the six-foot distancing

requirement, as there is not enough available space.

o On average, we can have approximately 82% of

elementary students on-site at one time and still

meet six-foot distancing requirements.

o On average, we can have approximately 60-65%

students on-site and still meet six-foot distancing

requirements.

Hybrid Learning

Hybrid Learning

• For families who plan

to have their children

return to school for

on-site/in-person

learning for 2020-21

• Implemented if

schools can re-open

for on-site/in-person

learning during the

2020-21 school year

• Students attend school some days on-site, in-person, and

some days remotely

• All enhanced health and safety rule/regulations are followed

during on-site learning days

o Enhanced cleaning, disinfecting and hygiene practices

in place

• Daily attendance

• Grading

• KSD teachers plan and prepare the learning for both on-site

and remote learning days

• On on-site days, students receive face-to-face, synchronous

(“real-time”) instruction from their teacher and interact with

peers

• On remote days, students complete assignments, work, and

receive asynchronous (non-“real-time”) instruction

AA/BB Hybrid Learning Model

Sample Hybrid Learning Week:

Elementary

Sample Hybrid Learning Week:

Middle and High School

Part 2: Re-opening Plan

Safe Start Washington

https://www.governor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/SafeStartPhasedReopening.pdf?utm_medium=email&ut

m_source=govdelivery

Safe Start Washington Metrics

https://www.governor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/SafeStartPhasedReopening.pdf?utm_

medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Safe Start Washington Metrics

https://www.governor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/SafeStartPhasedReopening.pdf?utm_

medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Safe Start Washington Metrics

https://www.governor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/SafeStartPhasedReopening.pdf?utm_

medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Safe Start Washington Metrics

https://www.governor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/SafeStartPhasedReopening.pdf?utm_

medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Safe Start Washington Metrics

https://www.governor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/SafeStartPhasedReopening.pdf?utm_

medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

DOH Statement: OSPI Guidance

https://www.k12.wa.us/sites/default/files/public/workgroups/Reopening%20Washington%20Schools

%202020%20Planning%20Guide.pdf

Updated Guidelines:

CDC and BFHD

Updated CDC Guidelines

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/prepare-safe-return.html

Updated CDC Guidelines

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/prepare-safe-return.html

Updated CDC Guidelines

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/prepare-safe-return.html

Updated CDC Guidelines

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/prepare-safe-return.html

Updated CDC Guidelines

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/prepare-safe-return.html

Updated CDC Guidelines

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/prepare-safe-return.html

Updated CDC Guidelines

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/prepare-safe-return.html

Washington State DOH Release

https://www.doh.wa.gov/Newsroom/Articles/ID/1303/COVID-19-activity-continues-to-grow-in-Washington-state-

as-hospitalizations-and-deaths-rise

Washington State DOH Release

https://www.doh.wa.gov/Newsroom/Articles/ID/1303/COVID-19-activity-continues-to-grow-in-

Washington-state-as-hospitalizations-and-deaths-rise

DOH Statement: OSPI Guidance

https://www.k12.wa.us/sites/default/files/public/workgroups/Reopening%20Washington%20Schools

%202020%20Planning%20Guide.pdf

BFHD Data

https://www.bfhd.wa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=10766056&pageId=16713009

BFHD Data

https://www.bfhd.wa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=10766056&pageId=16713009

BFHD Recommendation

Align our Reopening Plan with

the State Reopening Plan

• Implement a “Safe Start KSD” phased re-opening approach that conceptually aligns with the state’s “Safe Start Washington” phased approach, following the BFHD framework and metrics.

Rationale

• Ensuring the safety of our students, staff, families and community is the top priority.

• CDC guidance states that a key consideration for school administrators is “COVID-19 transmission rates in the immediate community and in the communities in which students, teachers, and staff live.”

• KSD is part of the larger Benton County community.

• Just as health data and community metrics inform the “Safe Start Washington” phases, health data and community metrics should inform our KSD re-opening plan.

• Benton County is in a modified phase 1 and not meeting targets.

• BFHD is recommending that schools in Benton and Franklin Counties remain closed for in-person learning at this time.

Safe Start Washington

https://www.governor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/SafeStartPhasedReopening.pdf?utm_medium=email&ut

m_source=govdelivery

Safe Start KSD

Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4

K-12 online academy

option

Remote learning for most

students

Hybrid learning for

students in Tier 3 special

education programs

On-site remote learning

support, on a limited basis,

for families with highest

need (e.g. income, internet

access, hardship)

Most staff working on-site

in buildings

Bus route meal service

District office open

K-12 online academy

option

Remote learning for most

students

Hybrid learning for

students in Tier 2 & 3

special education

programs, including

preschool, based on IEP

On-site remote learning

support, on a limited basis,

for families with highest

need (e.g. income, internet

access, hardship)

All staff working on-site in

buildings

Bus route meal service

District office open

K-12 online academy

option

Hybrid learning for all

students

On-site remote learning

support, on a limited basis,

for families with highest

need (e.g. income, internet

access, hardship)

All staff working on-site in

buildings

On-site and take home

meal service

District office open

K-12 online academy option

Hybrid learning OR full on-

site learning for all students

(depending on Department

of Health requirements)

On-site remote learning

support, on a limited basis,

for families with highest

need (e.g. income, internet

access, hardship)

All staff working on-site in

buildings

On-site and take home meal

service/return to normal

when possible

District office open

.5Phase 1.5 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4

Recommendation #2

• Implement a “Safe Start KSD” phased re-opening approach that conceptually aligns with the state’s “Safe Start Washington” phased approach.o Given that Benton County is in modified Phase 1.0, and

BFHD is recommending that schools in Benton and Franklin Counties remain closed for in-person learning at this time, begin the year with remote learning during the month of September.

o In mid-September, based on current data and any new guidance, develop plan to transition to hybrid learning, based on BFHD metrics (e.g. Phase 2.5 - 3).o If new data/information is provided, be ready to transition to

hybrid within two weeks of county/state decision to move to this phase.

o After transitioning to hybrid learning, if, at any time, a shift back to remote learning is necessary, that transition will occur immediately, with no loss of learning time.

Recommendation #3

• If the governor, DOH, OSPI, or BFHD issues any new information, guidelines, guidance, or directives, we will modify our plan to align with those guidelines/directives.

Board Discussion

and

Direction