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StateSTAFF To UPDATEOn Website eLearning Guidance (Inclement Weather) ?eLearning OverviewState LinkSchool/District Resources DescriptionSchool/District Resources URLNotesDistrict ExamplesSEA Requests - What do states need to support your efforts ? School district plans
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AlabamaChristineYes
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ArizonaChristineYes
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CaliforniaChristineYes
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DelawareChristineYes
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FloridaChristineYesMiami-Dade County Instructional Continuity Plan http://icp.dadeschools.net/#!/fullWidth/2943
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GeorgiaChristineYes
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KansasChristineYes
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NebraskaChristineyesNoWe have no statute in place for this specifically. We also don't have barriers that wouldn't allow it but most times it is considered a last resort for emergency situations. Preference is given to adding days to the school calendar or minutes to any remaining days to meet instructional needs. We do have a statute for required instructional hours in a school term that districts must meet but again e-learning days have not been counted to meet this requirement in the past.Work is being started in this area. Guidance is being built.
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GuamDanielsYesGuam Home Learning Resources
The GDOE is providing online resources to help parents and students stay engaged during this time away from school. 		https://sites.google.com/a/gdoe.net/gdoe/Home/covid-19-information
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New YorkDanielsYesGuidance on Continuity of Learning
The Board of Regents and the New York State Education Department (NYSED) are providing important information to P-12 schools related to school closures, meals, childcare, continuity of learning, mental health, accountability, special education, and test administration in response to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). We will continue to work with our partners at the state, local, and federal levels to keep school leaders informed as this situation continues to evolve. 		http://www.nysed.gov/edtech/guidance-continuity-learning
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South DakotaDanielsYes
On March 24, Governor Noem asked schools to remain closed through May 1, 2020. During the closures, schools are asked to continue assisting their communities.
Examples of ways to do this include:		https://doe.sd.gov/coronavirus/
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TennesseeDanielsYes
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TexasDanielsYes
The purpose of Instructional Continuity planning is to help districts launch “at-home Schools” that maximize the amount of instructional time for students this school year and support student mastery of grade level standards. 		https://tea.texas.gov/texas-schools/health-safety-discipline/covid/covid-19-support-instructional-continuity
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VermontDanielsYesCONTINUITY OF LEARNING - As Vermont schools assist in the state’s overall response efforts, our collective goal is to keep students, families and educators safe as we work to slow the spread of COVID-19. This also means that schools will play new roles in the provision of essential services and have new delivery systems of education.https://education.vermont.gov/continuity-of-learning
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West VirginiaDanielsYesGovernor Jim Justice announced that school buildings and facilities will remain closed while remote learning continues through the end of the school year. The announcement provides a framework for counties to plan for the end of the school year, and the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) encourages everyone to remain vigilant in their efforts to address the academic and extended needs of children.https://wvde.us/covid19/guidance-documents/
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WyomingDanielsYesEmergency School Closure Adapted Learning Guidance
For the purposes of an emergency school closure, the information provided below is guidance for districts wishing to implement Adapted Learning. Assurances to maintain instructional fidelity for ALL STUDENTS remain the responsibility of the individual school/district. The Wyoming Department of Education approved the Adapted Learning Plans for all 48 Wyoming school districts at the beginning of April. 		https://edu.wyoming.gov/in-the-classroom/technology/distance-ed/adapted-learning/
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HawaiiJasonYesThe Hawaii State Department of Education (HIDOE) is working closely with the Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) on COVID-19 guidance for our students, teachers, parents and staff. In close coordination with DOH, existing HIDOE emergency response plans are being adapted for future implementation when needed. Detailed communications from schools are planned to keep parents notified should the situation arise.HIDOE COVID-19 Information and UpdatesHIDOE COVID-19 memos and guidance
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IdahoJasonYesSchools can play an important role in efforts taken by health officials to prevent the introduction and spread of coronavirus. Resources for SchoolsDistrict/Charter Coronavirus Response Plan
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LouisianaJasonYesOn April 15, Gov. John Bel Edwards signed a proclamation PDF to extend the closure of public school facilities to students for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year, to curb the spread of COVID-19. School systems are currently engaging students in distance education.COVID InformationResource Library
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MaineJasonYesMaine’s Department of Education response to the 2019 novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, and resources for Maine people.Resources for schools
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MassachusettsJasonYesCOVID-19 Information and ResourcesLearning at Homehttp://www.doe.mass.edu/redesign/asld-memo.html
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MississippiJasonYesGov. Tate Reeves on April 14, 2020, directed all Mississippi schools to remain closed through the end of the 2019-20 school year to curb the spread of the COVID-19 (coronavirus). Gov. Reeves said schools should continue offering distance learning opportunities to students through the end of the school year.Updates and Information in Response to COVID-19requested
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MontanaJasonYesThe Governor released a directive on April 22 with provisions for a phased reopening of Montana. This directive rescinds the school closure directive and schools are no longer required to operate under the distance learning plans that they submitted to the Governor, nor do schools have to submit new plans. Schools are able to reopen on May 7 and may continue providing distance learning or a mixed-delivery model per MCA 20-7-118 or declare local emergency school closures per MCA 20-9-806. This new directive essentially returns education back to local control by districts. Districts should continue to consult with their local health authorities in decision-making as well as the additional guidelines in the Governor's directive. Schools should also make every effort to stick to their established academic calendar. COVID-19 Information
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New JerseyJasonYesThe New Jersey Department of Education (the Department) is deeply committed to supporting its students, families, and educators as we work together to reduce the spread of COVID-19. The Department recognizes that “schooling” cannot continue as usual and that schools and educators will be addressing the diverse needs of their students in different ways.Guiding the Education Community Through the COVID-19 Pandemic
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AlaskaN/AYes
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ArkansasN/AYes
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ColoradoN/AYesE-Learning Days
In the event a district implements “E-Learning Days” in lieu of canceling a scheduled student contact day for any reason (such as weather, etc.), the following criteria must be met and documented:
• District board of education definition of educational process (e.g., in board policy, board resolution, governance document, etc.), which includes E-Learning Days (with corresponding definition)
• Documentation (e.g., regulations, course syllabus, handbook, etc.) outlining district policy (if not included in board policy) that describes the following:
o Acceptable ways in which teacher-pupil instruction and contact time can occur outside the classroom
during E-Learning Days, including how teacher-student interaction will be documented o Acceptable ways in which attendance/participation should be documented
Further, the district must ensure that all students have the appropriate electronic equipment and resources, including but not limited to hardware and internet access, to participate in the E-Learning Days.
If E-Learning Days are being used for any purpose other than described above, the district should contact the School Auditing Office.		http://www.cde.state.co.us/sites/default/files/docs/cdefinance/Instructional%20Hours%20Resource%20Guide_Updated_DEC2018.pdf
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ConnecticutN/AYesYesSchools are encouraged to make up missed days at the end of the school year rather than leverage online learning approaches, which may introduce inequitiies in learning opportunities based on access to technology as well as other challenges (e.g., students with learning disabilities, those needing special accommodations, ELL students, etc.). The State will review requests to leverage online learning to count against the required 180 days, however, if assurances of equal opportunities to learn are provided.General School Guidance: https://portal.ct.gov/Coronavirus/Pages/School-Resources
Distance Learning Resources: https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DAS/CTEdTech/documents/CET_Continuity_of_Learning.pdf		https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DAS/CTEdTech/documents/CET_Continuity_of_Learning.pdfGreenwich (CT) Public Schools: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16pu3jG6c_6pXL_j89iDOHjRuMmecKoj6YnD08Vq-8DQ/edit?ts=5e66e3c3
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IllinoisN/AYesSection 10-20.56 of the School Code [105 ILCS 5/10-20.56] authorizes a pilot program ) for school districts that choose to provide instruction to students outside of the attendance center in lieu of using one or more emergency days required under Section 10-19 of the School Code [105 ILCS 5/10-1].https://www.isbe.net/Pages/Electronic-Learning.aspxSome changes imminent to Il rules on e-learning due to Covid-19 response and 3/9/20 disaster declaration.https://www.isbe.net/Pages/Electronic-Learning.aspx. Will have more examples soonbit.ly/plantoclose
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IndianaN/AYesThe IDOE eLearning Day Program can be used on a day of inclement weather, on a make-up day for inclement weather, or on a planned day for a myriad of valid opportunities, eg: professional learning for teachers, parent meetings, etc. https://www.doe.in.gov/elearning/elearning-day-program
Lessons: https://www.doe.in.gov/elearning/digital-instructional-materials https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p_tkaGCSBpUU4NGx55Eb6Alc3ErryiLavP2ArMV6liU/edit#heading=h.nv2vb1rq0wu4
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IowaN/AYes
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KentuckyN/AYesThe Non-Traditional Instruction Program (NTI) is a program that encourages the continuation of academic instruction on days when school would otherwise be canceled. School districts create plans to deliver instruction to every student in the district and provide for student and teacher interaction on NTI days, with the ultimate goal of reducing potential learning loss. The Commissioner of Education can waive up to 10 NTI days to count towards student attendance days in the school districts’ calendars.https://education.ky.gov/school/innov/Pages/Non-Traditional-Instruction.aspxBest Practices Videos: https://education.ky.gov/school/innov/Pages/NTI-Best-Practice-Video-Library.aspx. Map of KY Participating Districts: https://education.ky.gov/school/innov/Documents/2019-2020%20Non-Traditional%20Instruction%20District%20Map.pdf
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MichiganN/AYesNo.Supports in development for districts given the current situation.
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MinnesotaN/AYesYesLEAs may adopt a plan for elearning to be utilized for up to 5 days per year for instruction during inclement weather.
-Plan must be approved by local school district board of education prior to use.
-Plan must provide adequate accomodations for students without sufficient Internet or resources available in their homes
-Teachers must be "available" to students by "telephone" during normal school operational hours.		https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/?id=120A.414FAQ DocumentRural MN District Example: Marshall ISD 0413Support specifically for special education staff on adapting IEP to different setting;
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MissouriN/AYesMissouri provides some guidance to districts for possible solutions to scheduling issues posed by inclement weather.https://dese.mo.gov/quality-schools/alternative-methods-instruction
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NevadaN/AYes
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New HampshireN/AYesProcedures for approval of a plan to conduct school remotely on days when school has been closed due to inclement weather or other emergency:
a. The plan must be submitted in advance by the public school district or non-public school. The plan must be approved by the Commissioner prior to implementation.
b. Days used to “pilot” the program may not be counted as school days unless approved by the Commissioner.
c. These procedures are intended for days when school is closed unexpectedly. They are not for implementation on days when school was scheduled to be closed.
d. The plan may not be used to make-up lost days on days when school was scheduled to be closed.
e. Teachers must be available and must participate on the days when the plan is implemented. Teacher participation may not be limited to simply grading student work after the fact.
f. The Department expects an interactive internet based process with supplementary paper materials used only by those students who do
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North CarolinaN/AYes
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North DakotaN/AYes
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OhioN/AyesOhio districts and schools are on hour-based, not day-based, schedules. The result is there are no longer calamity days in Ohio schools. Instead, schools should schedule “excess” hours above the minimum number of required hours to accommodate weather-related situations that delay or cancel school. Hours missed above the required minimum do not have to be made up. However, if a school closes enough that it will fall below the minimum number of hours, the school must make up the hours by extending its scheduled year. One way to make up the hours missed below the minimum required is a plan that requires students to access and complete classroom lessons posted on the district’s or nonpublic school’s web portal or website.http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Finance-and-Funding/Finance-Related-Data/Guidance-on-Schedule-Change-from-Days-to-Hours/School-Schedules
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OklahomaN/Ayes
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OregonN/Ayes
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PennsylvaniaN/AYesA Flexible Instructional Day (FID) Program is a tool available to public school entities to be used as an alternate approach to delivering instruction if a circumstance arises that prevents instruction in customary manner. With the passage of Act 64 of 2019, section 1506 was added to the Public School Code. Public school entities now have the opportunity to develop a Flexible Instructional Day program, enabling the public school entities to meet the 180 instructional day requirement of section 1501. The FID program may be online, offline, or a combination of the two. Act 64 defines a school entity as a school district, intermediate unit, area vocational-technical school, or charter school or regional charter school, as defined under section 1703-A. While public school entities are expected to build make-up days into their local school calendars, FIDs can support the public school entities in cases when circumstances (e.g., a disease epidemic, a hazardous weather condition, a law enforcement emergency, the inoperability of school buses or other equipment necessary to the public school entity’s operation, damage to a school building, or a temporary circumstance rendering any portion of a school building unfit or unsafe for use) prevent the delivery of instruction in its customary manner or location. If the public school entity chooses to implement a FID program, the number of flexible instructional days may not exceed five (5) days per school year.https://www.education.pa.gov/Teachers%20-%20Administrators/School%20Services/Pages/FID.aspxhttps://www.education.pa.gov/Teachers%20-%20Administrators/School%20Services/Pages/FIDGuidance.aspx
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Rhode IslandN/AYesIn 2017, the Governor signed a bill into law requiring that the Rhode Island Department of Education (“RIDE”) establish a policy that allows districts to submit detailed plans if their schools intend to conduct instruction through virtual education when schools have been closed due to inclement weather or other emergency. This guidance document contains information about the process a Local Education Agency (“LEA”) should use to submit a plan, the components that should be included in the plan, and a rubric establishing criteria as to how the plan will be evaluated.http://www.ride.ri.gov/TeachersAdministrators/OtherToolsInformation/VirtualInstructionalDay.aspxhttps://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/3y4scgq19br9hp0ihqelo/RI_Virtual_Isntructional_Day_Plan_Template.docx?dl=0&rlkey=pbyh6fon97wn8geiuo6gvnprx
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South CarolinaN/AYesSouth Carolina law defines an instructional day as well as the requirements for make-up days. An instructional day for elementary students is a minimum of 5.5 hours a day while secondary students are required to complete 6 hours. The same stipulations are required for an eLearning day.
The eLearning Application (see p. 10) that districts submit to the SC Education Oversight Committee (EOC) requires the superintendent of the school district and the board of trustees of the school district to certify that the district:
1. “Meets the following minimum requirements to participate in the eLearning pilot to use eLearning to make up days missed due to inclement weather;
2. Agrees to provide data to the EOC or independent consultants hired by the EOC to evaluate implementation of the pilot. The data elements will be mutually agreed upon by the EOC and the pilot school districts; however, all data elements will be consistent across districts participating in the pilot; and
3. Agrees to facilitate the collection of online surveys as requested by the EOC to identify the successes and challenges of the pilot from the perspective of administrators, classroom teachers, students, and parents.”
Those districts interested in piloting have to get approval from the EOC. Five districts were awarded 2018 pilot, and ten more were approved for the school year 2019–20 pilot.		https://eoc.sc.gov/sites/default/files/Documents/eLearning/eLearning%20Memo%20to%20Supers%20for%20Participation%2C%2005222019-E.pdf
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VirginiaN/AYesFalls Church Public Schools https://www.fccps.org/o/FCCPS/page/covid-19-plan 
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WashingtonN/AYesAlthough we don't provide specific state guidance on eLearning, we are trying to support districts as they use it to address the Covid virus. As part of this effort, OFM/K-20 has worked out a deal with Zoom for additional temporary Zoom Pro licenses to assist with institution closures, online education, and telecommuting needs, as necessary. K-20 was successful in obtaining these temporary licenses at no additional cost. In addition to the temporary Pro licenses, K-20 has also received additional temporary Webinar licenses capable of hosting 1000 participants. The temporary licenses will be available with full functionality through June 30, 2020, after which the temporary Pro licenses will revert to Basic licenses.
We did add this additional guidance: While Zoom could definitely be used to support learning out of school, the reality is that teaching effectively with VC takes some training and lots of support, and might not work with all class situations or age levels. In addition, please remember that equity of access is a key consideration, and some students may not have access to devices or the Internet at home. It may make more sense to cancel school and/or district services and make up missed days at the end of the school year, rather than deploying a distance learning model that can be accessed by some, but not all, of your students. 		Northshore SD has done a very thoughtful job of implementing eLearning district-wide to deal with the Covid virus, see their website https://www.nsd.org/northshorelearns
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WisconsinN/AYesYes- but larger scope called "innovative instructional design" which includes both response to things like weather, flooding, illness, etc but now districts are thinking about creative options like deerhunting, flipped teacher professional learning, etc.The state administrative rule that governs school district standards (PI 8) was modified to recognize new and emerging methods of delivering instructional programming. PI 8 spurs innovative ways to engage students and teachers outside of the traditional day and place through virtual options for learning. Times may be used on a day when school is canceled, as a planned day, or as a makeup day when a day of school was missed. There are a variety of reasons a school would use Virtual Learning Time. These include, but are not limited to, snow or other inclement weather, professional development, widespread illness, and flooding. It is up to individual school districts to determine how many days they can effectively deliver instruction via Virtual Learning Time, including how many consecutive days.https://dpi.wi.gov/cal/innovation/virtual-learning-time VLT resources include school examples, district folder of resources, voices from the field webinar, Curaton of materials specific to extending periods of time vs an intermittent day - sample state district resources specific to flu to use as examples for our own states, specific elementary examples, recognition by CDC and US Dept of Ed of the role state agency digital learning areas are doing to support this work which needs to translate to ongoing support, state plans to integrate this into larger scope of planning and readiness
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New MexicoN/AYesYeshttp://cuba.k12.nm.us/about/latest_news/e-days_at_cisd
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UtahN/AYes
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MarylandN/AYes
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A letter to the importance of the need for eLearning to our legislators would be very beneficial. Please consider making this plea on behalf of all the States whose voices have not been heard.

As the CDC will confirm, voluntary quarantine is very beneficial and if students can continue their education and if employees can work from home, it could work. If the quarantine is for long periods of time, it won’t work because people can’t lose their jobs so they will go to work sick and send their sick children to school.
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