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YCS 2020-21�RETURN TO SCHOOL�PLAN

A Safe, Healthy, Equitable, Flexible, and Effective Roadmap to Educational Attainment and Success

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YCS Mission and Vision

Our Mission	Our Vision
The purpose of YCS is to develop mindful, engaged students with the skillset, work ethic, and attitude to contribute to a community that honors diversity, equality and justice.	YCS is… Academically strong and committed to transforming in ways that help students thrive. The choice for a trusted, reliable and socially just district. A sense of connection for families’ and students’ in a district where each and everyone is valued and belongs. Your consistency well-managed and organized school district.

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Our Purpose

To develop a comprehensive safe, healthy, equitable, flexible, efficient, and effective return to school roadmap that empowers each and every student at YCS to become leaders of their own learning as they explore and cultivate a caring learning community where they learn, grow, and thrive as communicators, collaborators, critical thinkers, co-creators, and designers of their future.

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YCS Principles for Reopening

Ensuring a safe learning and working environment for students and staff.

Maximizing family choice in student learning format, by offering three options for instruction:

Full-time Remote Learning
In-Person Instruction with social distancing in YCS school buildings
Online Learning Program

Ensuring all students receive instruction that meets state and federal standards and have the necessary supports for success, including:

Access to technology and connectivity
Social-Emotional wellness and health supports
Additional supports to meet needs of special populations

Providing training, time, support, and flexibility necessary for staff to prepare for successful reopening.

Providing proactive, clear communication (with translations) to all families and staff.

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Our Process

At YCS, we formed 5 Action Teams that met weekly for three months with about 90 of our 500 staff members to discuss, co-create, and develop each component of our YCS 2020-21 Return to School Plan. Each team operated under the core principles of collective responsibility that is collegial, collaborative, and professional.

Bucket #1: Talent Management Action Team

Focus Area: Human Resources, Staffing and Hiring

Bucket #2: Intense Student Support Network (ISSN) Action Team

Focus Area: Mental & Social Emotional Wellbeing

Bucket #3: Instructional Infrastructure Action Team

Focus Area: Instruction

Bucket #4: Operations and Finance Action Team

Focus Area: Operations

Bucket #5: Innovation action Team

Focus Area: Safety Protocols

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YCS School Opening Scenarios

Phases 1-3: Schools closed, No in-person instruction

Option 1: YCS PreK-12 Full-Time Remote Learning Model taught by YCS teachers using Google Classroom and Zoom.
Option 2: YCS K-12 Online Learning Program taught by off site certified teachers with a YCS online mentor.

Phase 4: Schools open for in-person instruction with more stringent required safety protocols

Option 1: YCS PreK-12 Face to Face/Blended Learning Model taught by YCS certified teachers.
Option 2: YCS PreK-12 Full-Time Remote Learning Model taught by YCS teachers
Option 3:YCS K-12 Online Learning Program taught by off site certified teachers with a YCS online mentor.

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YCS School Opening Scenarios

Phase 5: Schools open for in-person instruction with more moderate required safety protocols

Option 1: YCS PreK-12 Face to Face/Blended Learning Model taught by YCS certified teachers.
Option 2: YCS K-12 Online Learning Program taught by off site certified teachers with a YCS online mentor.

Phase 6: Schools open for in-person instruction with more minimal required safety protocols

Option 1: YCS PreK-12 Face to Face/Blended Learning Model taught by YCS certified teachers.
Option 2: YCS K-12 Online Learning Program taught by off site certified teachers with a YCS online mentor.

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When Opening Schools,

Keep in Mind...

There is no perfect ideal plan
Look for the “less bad” option
Compliance will never be perfect
Expect that learning will be different
There will be disruptions
Schools may need to close unexpectedly

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YCS 2020-21 �Return to School Roadmap �Focus Areas

Safety Protocols	Mental & Social-Emotional Wellbeing
Instruction	Operations

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YCS Stakeholder Feedback

Student Feedback Results	Family Feedback Results	Staff Feedback Results
1^st Choice: Face to Face with a Blended E-Learning Model 2^nd Choice: Full Time Remote or Online Learning Model	1^st Choice: Face to Face Learning Model 2^nd Choice: Face to Face with a Blended E-Learning Model 3^rd Choice: Full Time Remote or Online Learning Model	1^st Choice: Face to Face with a Blended E-Learning Model 2^nd Choice: Face to Face Learning Model 3^rd Choice: Full Time Remote or Online Learning Model

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YCS 2020-21�SAFETY PLAN

All District and Building-Level Safety decisions will be made based on CDC and WCHD recommendations and the requirements set forth in the MI Safe Schools: Michigan’s 2020-21 return to School Roadmap.

*** Special Education, EL and other populations will be serviced and addressed individually with additional guidance from the WISD and MDE.

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CDC Data: Strategies that Significantly Reduce the Risks

Social Distancing 3-6 feet apart desks, hallways, Only staff and students in building	Face Masks Required by all in the building to be worn at all times	Hand Washing / Sanitizing Handwashing/sanitizing lessons
Reduced Class Size & In Person Class Students per classroom to maximize safety factors In person classes are preferred.	Air Circulation Windows and classroom doors open with fans. Outdoor classrooms	Temperature Checks Staff and Students to self check at home daily. School will also conduct random daily checks

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Our YCS Safety Plan Includes…

Students and staff required to wear masks at all times.	Lunch in our classrooms with individual lunches delivered to the classroom.	No sharing of student materials and supplies.
One way hallways with staggered passing time to reduce hall congestion	Maximize classroom spacing to allow for a safe learning environment	Limit entry points to building with one-way movement through spaces
Instructional lessons on safety protocols and hygiene (masks, social distancing, no sharing items, handwashing, cough in arm, stay home when sick, Covid-19 symptoms)	New transportation requirements (cleaning, disinfected, use of mask, spacing)	Classroom windows open and classroom doors propped open at all times

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Our YCS Safety Plan Includes…

Having gym classes outdoors	Hyper focused on the SEL of our students, families and staff	Deliveries to be left in vestibule, no contact signing	No assemblies or large gathering
Students who are ill during the day are to report to a designated location to call home, keep on mask, and be picked up with area cleaned and disinfected thoroughly	Custodians to deep clean all frequently touched areas with bleach throughout the day	Temperature checks at home (with administrators and volunteers doing occasional checks throughout the day)	Parents, guardians, non-school staff are not permitted in the building except for medical emergencies (All IEP’s and 504 planning meetings will be conducted remotely)

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Our YCS Safety Plan Includes…

Staggered school schedule that incorporates alternative dates of attendance or use of remote teaching	Holding art, music, and other specials activities in homerooms	Deep cleaning on remote learning day(s)	All staff and students with Covid-19 symptoms are required to get off-site testing
Cafeteria and Gymnasiums will be available as classrooms for classes	Symptomatic staff and students must remain at home until they test negative and/or complete required isolation per CDC guidelines	When Covid-19 case is confirmed, the school will investigate and inform all impacted stakeholders, and possibly shift to remote learning	All doors propped open for circulation of air and no contact entry/exit

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Our YCS Safety Plan Includes…

PPE to be Ordered

Reusable Masks for staff and students	Face shields for bus drivers, bus aides, and special education staff	Bright floor tape to separate teacher space in classrooms to ensure 3-6 feet between students and teacher	Possible Plexiglass partitions for employees in customer- focused areas
Hand Sanitizing in all Classrooms	Bleach wipes for classrooms	Gloves	Contact-free thermometers

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YCS 2020-21�INSTRUCTIONAL�PROGRAM OPTIONS

DRAFT

not included in the plan

Face to Face/Blended Learning Model
Full Time Remote Learning Model
Online Learning Program
The LAB SCHOOL OPTION

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Instructional Models �YCS Considerations

Preserve in person face to face instruction whenever possible.

Provide a full time remote learning option and an online learning program option.

Address students’ safety, academic, emotional and social needs.

Minimize health risks while at school.

Pivot with agility to full time remote learning in the event of subsequent school closure.

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YCS PreK-12 Face to Face/Blended �Learning Model Specifics

Learning Model	Student Schedule	Student Engagement	Student Feedback
Face to Face Instruction Teachers deliver depth of practice on the prioritized concepts, skills, and standards. Empower self-directed learning Social Emotional Learning Check Ins, Lessons, and Check Outs Modes of Instruction / Prioritize physical, social, emotional safety and wellness Synchronous /Blended Face to Face Student Engage Lessons Asynchronous Face to Face / Blended Learning - Pre-Recorded Skill-Based Lessons, Videos, Family Outdoor Placed-Based Field Trips	PreK-5 Classroom Schedule (6.5 Hours Per Day) Morning Meeting / SEL Literacy Live Rotations Mathematics Break Writing Lunch Choice Time Science Closing Circle Please refer to Slides 25-30 Grades 6-8 - A/B Schedule Six (6) Online 60 Minute Classes Per Semester Grades 9-12 - A/B Schedule Four ( 4) 90 Minutes Face to Face /Blended Classes Per Day x 5 Days Per Week	Student Connects Learning to Authentic Purpose Minds On Lessons that Engage Students to Think and Voice their Ideas Engage Student Voice, Collaboration and Critique Use of Student Friendly Protocols that Encourages Students to Actively Participate in Class Discourse Use Protocols that Teaches Students to Self-Regulate and Take Responsibility for their Own Learning	Teacher Feedback Peer to Peer Feedback Student Goal Setting Student Protocols for Discourse Honoring Student Voice, Choice, and Creativity Student Engaged Assessments Use of Rubrics Exit Tickets

This Face to Face/Blended Learning Option only applies to Phases 4, 5 and 6 Only

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Face to Face/Blended Learning Daily Option Attendance Model

Students attend school daily or 2 to 3 times per week for face-to-face instruction with teachers as deem possible.
Teachers use blended learning model to be prepared for potential building closure.
Class size will be reduced to promote greater social distancing.
Non-traditional spaces are used for instruction to maximize safety.
Cohort model is used to build community and limit mass movement.
Includes Preschool and students with disabilities in separate classroom settings.

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Face to Face/Blended Learning�Advantages & Disadvantages

Advantages	Disadvantages
Where feasible, students will attend school daily or two times per week and receive the support and instruction needed. School district will receive regular FTE funding per student because seat time requirements will be met. No issue with lack of mobile devices or connectivity at home. Students will have access to both core courses and electives Students with special needs or English Language Learners will receive instruction and support services.	As attendance increases, maintaining social distancing may be more difficult. Teachers would have to quickly shift to delivering online instruction in COVID-19 cases are identified.

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Face to Face/Blended Learning�Hybrid Model Concept

Our students will attend face to face school two days per week.
Our teachers will be provided with District-developed curriculum / standards-based content to modify as needed for instructional delivery for eLearning days. This will allow a seamless transition into distance learning.
Our schools will employ physical distancing measures meeting established thresholds.
Class sizes will be reduced when possible to meet safety standards.
Our schools will have to account for specialized classroom space needs for students with disabilities.
This is not an option for our PreK Programs.

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YCS K-12 Full Time Remote Learning Model Specifics

Learning Model	Student Schedule	Student Engagement	Student Feedback
Social Emotional Learning Check Ins, Lessons, and Check Outs Modes of Instruction Synchronous Remote Learning Live Lessons Asynchronous Remote Learning - Pre-Recorded Skill-Based Lessons, Videos, Family Outdoor Placed-Based Field Trips Instructional Paper/Pencil Packets Modes of Instruction with Telephone Communication with Students and Families Modes of Instruction	Grades PreK-5 Morning Meeting / SEL Live Rotation / Small Group Literacy, Mathematics, Break, Writing, Lunch, Choice, Science / Social Studies, Closing Circle Grades 6-8 - Schedule Six (6) Online Live 60 Minute Classes Per Semester Grades 9-12 - Schedule Two (2) 90 Minutes LIVE Classes Per Day x 2 Days Per Week for a Total of 4 LIVE Classes Per Week. Two (2) 90 Minutes Remote Classes Per Day x 2 Days Per Week for a Total of 4 Remote Classes Per Week. One Day for Remote Office Hours - Wednesdays	Student Connects Learning to Authentic Purpose Minds On Lessons that Engage Students to Think and Voice their Ideas Engage Student Voice, Collaboration and Critique Use of Student Friendly Protocols that Encourages Students to Actively Participate in Class Discourse Use Protocols that Teaches Students to Self-Regulate and Take Responsibility for their Own Learning	Teacher Feedback Peer to Peer Feedback Student Goal Setting Student Protocols for Discourse Honoring Student Voice, Choice, and Creativity Student Engaged Assessments Use of Rubrics Exit Tickets

This Remote Learning Option only applies to Phases 1-3, and 4 Only

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YCS K-12 Online Learning Program Option Specifics

Learning Model	Student Schedule	Student Engagement	Student Feedback
Online Learning - Teachers deliver depth of practice on the prioritized concepts, skills, and standards. Empower self-directed learning Synchronous Remote Learning Live Student Engage Lessons Asynchronous Remote Learning – Prerecorded Skill-Based Lessons.	K-12 Online Learning Schedule Six (6) Online 60 Minute Classes Per Semester	Student Connects Learning to Authentic Purpose Minds On Lessons that Engage Students to Think and Voice their Ideas Engage Student Voice, Collaboration and Critique Use of Student Friendly Protocols that Encourages Students to Actively Participate in Class Discourse Use Protocols that Teaches Students to Self-Regulate and Take Responsibility for their Own Learning	Teacher Feedback Peer to Peer Feedback Student Goal Setting Student Protocols for Discourse Honoring Student Voice, Choice, and Creativity Student Engaged Assessments Use of Rubrics Exit Tickets

This Total Online Learning Option applies to all Phases 1-6

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PreK-12 Model Expectations

Each school will develop staggered entry and dismissal plans to decrease the number of students in communal areas. It will allow for safer transitions when students are not in their classroom.

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

PreK-5

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PreK-5 Schedule Considerations

Our PreK-5 incudes the following…

English Language Arts	Mathematics	Science	Social Studies
Specials (Art, Music, PE)	Recess and Frequent Movement Breaks, Wellness Checks, Mental Breaks	Social-Emotional Learning (Morning Meetings, Restorative Practices, Trauma-Informed and Resilient Practices)	Safety Lessons and Protocols

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Option 1: K-5 - Face to Face / Blended Learning Schoolhouse Model

This Learning Option applies to Phases 4, 5, and 6 Only

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Option 2: K-5 – Face to Face / Blended Learning Hybrid Model

This Learning Option applies to Phases 4, 5 and 6 Only

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Option 2: K-5 – Face to Face / Blended Learning Hybrid Model

This Learning Option applies to Phases 4, 5 ad 6 Only

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Option 3: K-5 Full Time �Remote Learning Model

This Remote Learning Option applies to Phases 1-3 and 4 Only

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Option 4: K-5 Online Learning Program

This Online Learning Option applies to all Phases 1- 6

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SECONDARY SCHOOLS

Grades 6-12

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What Does Remote Learning Look Like?

Cohort A	Cohort B
Day 1: Face to Face/Blended Learning	Day 1: Remote Learning
Day 2: Remote Learning	Day 2: Face to Face/Blended Learning
Day 3: Face to Face/Blended Learning	Day 3: Remote Learning
Day 4: Remote Learning	Day 4: Face to Face/Blended Learning
Day 5 Remote Learning	Day 5: Remote Learning

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MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM OPTIONS

Grades 6-8

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OPTION 1: YCS 6-8 Face to Face / Blended Learning Hybrid Model

This Learning Option applies to all Phases Phases 4-6.

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OPTION 2: YCS 6-8 Full Time Remote Learning Model

This Remote Learning Option applies to all Phases 1-3 and 4.

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OPTION 3: YCS 6-8 Online Learning Program

This Online Learning Option applies to all Phases 1- 6.

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HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OPTIONS

Grades 9-12

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OPTION 1: YCS 9-12 Face to Face / Blended Learning Hybrid Model

This Learning Option applies to all Phases 4-6.

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OPTION 2: YCS 9-12 Full Time Remote Learning Model

This Learning Option applies to all Phases 1- 3 and 4 Only.

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OPTION 3: YCS 9-12 �Online Learning Program

This Online Learning Option applies to all Phases 1- 6.

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CTE �HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OPTIONS

Grades 10-12

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OPTION 1: YCS CTE Face to Face / Blended Learning Hybrid Model

This Learning Option applies to all Phases 4-6.

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OPTION 2: YCS CTE Full Time �Remote Learning Model

This Remote Learning Option applies to all Phases 1-3, and 4.

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ACCE�ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL�PROGRAM OPTIONS

Grades 9-12

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YCS 9-12 Face to Face / Blended Schoolhouse Model

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OPTION 2: YCS 9-12 Full Time �Remote Learning Model

This Remote Learning Option applies to all Phases 1- 3, and 4.

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OPTION 3: YCS 9-12 AVA �Virtual Learning Model

This Virtual Learning Option applies to all Phases 1- 6.

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What Questions Might You Have?