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Resolution No. 2020-61 Approving Plans for Re-Opening City's Charter Schools - July 29, 2020RESOLUTION NO. 2020-61 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE GOVERNING BOARD FOR THE CITY'S AVENTURA CITY OF EXCELLENCE SCHOOL AND GOVERNING BOARD FOR THE CITY'S DON SOFFER AVENTURA HIGH SCHOOL; APPROVING PLANS FOR RE -OPENING SCHOOLS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, on March 1, 2020, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-51, directing the Florida Department of Health to declare a public health emergency due to the public health concerns posed by the Novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 ("COVID-19"); and WHEREAS, on March 9, 2020, Governor DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-52, declaring a state of emergency in Florida due to COVID-19; and WHEREAS, thereafter, out of concern for the spread of COVID-19, school districts closed their public schools; and WHEREAS, in coordination with the Miami -Dade County School Board, the Aventura City of Excellence School ("ACES") and the Don Soffer Aventura High School ("DSAHS"), constituting the City's Charter Schools (the "Schools") governed by this Governing Board, also closed their facilities and enacted remote learning models and protocols; very successfully instituting a remote learning program; and WHEREAS, the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) recently issued its general plan and protocol for reopening school for the 2020 fall semester; and WHEREAS, the Schools' management company Charter Schools USA ("CSUSA") worked with the FDOE to develop a plan for reopening the Schools based upon Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ("CDC"), State of Florida and local government guidelines. City of Aventura Resolution No. 2020-61 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, THAT: Section 1. Recitals Adopted. The above -stated recitals are hereby confirmed and adopted herein. Section 2. Reopening Plans. The City Commission, as the Governing Board for ACES and as the Governing Board for DSAHS, in reliance on the FDOE school reopening guidance, CDC guidelines, the State of Florida and County and local government guidelines, hereby approves the School Reopening Plans, which are set forth in the Exhibits which are attached hereto and incorporated herein. Section 3. Implementation. The City Commission hereby directs CSUSA to implement the School Reopening Plans in accordance with the attached Exhibits and applicable law. Section 4. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption. The foregoing Resolution was offered by Commissioner Shelley, who moved its adoption. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Mezrahi, and upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows: Commissioner Denise Landman Yes Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks Yes Commissioner Gladys Mezrahi Yes Commissioner Marc Narotsky Yes Commissioner Robert Shelley Yes Vice Mayor Howard Weinberg Yes Mayor Enid Weisman Yes City of Aventura Resolution No. 2020-61 PASSED AND ADOPTED this 29th day of July, 2020. ENID WEISMAN, MAYOR ATTEST: ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC CITY CLERK APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: V4 kl-;� CITY ATTORNEY FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION fldce.org 2020-21 Florida's Optional Innovative Reopening Plan Charter Schools USA 2020-21 Florida's Optional Innovative Reopening Plan The purpose of this document is to support charter schools and charter school networks in the development and submission of their Innovative Reopening Plan for the Fall 2020 school semester. This document will assist schools in aligning their plan with required assurances, or serve as the actual template for schools without an aligned plan to develop and submit one based on the assurances outlined in DOE ORDER NO. 2020-EO-06. Charter schools and charter school networks shall complete this form and submit it electronically to their sponsoring school districts for review and approval by the time specified by the district (All plans are due to the Department by July 31). Charter schools have two options in the submission of an Innovative Reopening Plan: S/ Option 1: The charter school or charter school network provides a narrative plan, as well as identifies the page number(s) of where Assurances 1-5 are located in that plan (captured next to Assurances 1-5 below). The charter school's Innovative Reopening Plan must accompany this template upon submission. (Note: charter school networks may submit one plan that covers multiple schools within their respective networks, provided that each participating school is identified.) ❑ Option 2: The charter school or charter school network completes the Department's template provided later in this document. Wroposed for Option 1 anti The charter school or charter school network shall explain in detail the proposed Innovative Model by school type (elementary, middle, high, combination, alternative, DJJ education programs, etc.). This description must include the following: in -person instruction, specialized instruction, live synchronous or asynchronous instruction with the same curriculum as in -person instruction, and the ability to interact with a student's teacher and peers. Provide the page(s) where the narrative of the proposed Innovative Model is located in your submitted plan: The narrative of the proposed innovative models are located on pages 2-9. [District] Page 2 FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION fldoe.org 2020-21 Florida's Optional Innovative Reopening Plan Reopening Plan Assurances (Required for Option 1 and Option 2) The charter school or charter school network must agree to ALL of the assurances by checking the corresponding boxes. Assurance 1: Upon reopening in August, the charter school or charter school network will assure that all brick and mortar schools are open at least five days per week for all students subject to advice and orders of the Florida Department of Health, local departments of health, Executive Order 20-149, and subsequent executive orders. Provide the page(s) where the narrative of this assurance is located in your submitted plan: Assurance 2: The charter school or charter school network must provide the full array of services that are required by law so that families who wish to educate their children in a brick and mortar school have the opportunity to do so. These services include in -person instruction, specialized instruction for students with an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) and those services required for vulnerable populations, such as students from low-income families, students of migrant workers, students who are homeless, students with disabilities, students in foster care, and students who are English language learners (ELLS). Provide the page(s) where the narrative of this assurance is located in your submitted plan: Assurance 3: The charter school or charter school network will provide robust progress monitoring to all students; tiered support must be provided to all students who are not making adequate progress. If a student is receiving instruction through innovative teaching methods fails to make adequate progress, the student must be provided additional support and the opportunity to transition to another teaching method. Provide the page(s) where the narrative of this assurance is located in your submitted plan: Assurance 4: The charter school or charter school network will work with IEP teams to determine needed services, including compensatory services for students with disabilities. Charter schools must immediately begin working with IEP teams to identify students who may have regressed during school closures. IEP teams must follow a student -centered approach with a commitment to ensure that the individual needs of each child are met. Provide the page(s) where the narrative of this assurance is located in your submitted plan: 'Assurance 5: The charter school or charter school network will work with ELL Committees to identify ELLS who have regressed and determine if additional or supplemental English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) services are needed. Charter schools should ensure that appropriate identification of English skills has been noted and that schools have the resources to implement additional interventions and strategies. Provide the page(s) where the narrative of this assurance is located in your submitted plan: Assurance 6: Progress monitoring data must be shared regularly by the charter school with its sponsoring school district, in a manner prescribed by the Department. [District] Page 3 FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION fldoe.org 2020-21 Florida's Optional Innovative Reopening Plan Template Option for Reopening Plan (Option 2) i Plan for Implementation of Assurance 1 • In the box below, describe the reopening in August of brick -and -mortar schools reflecting at least five days of school per week for all students subject to advice and orders of the Florida Department of Health, local departments of health, Executive Order 20-149 and subsequent executive orders. Also, provide the charter school's reopening date and schedule. Page 10 Plan for Implementation of Assurance 2 • In the box below, describe the plan for a full array of services that are required by law so that families who wish to educate their children in a brick and mortar school have the opportunity to do so. These services include in -person instruction and services required for vulnerable populations, such as students from low-income families, students of migrant workers, students who are homeless, and students in foster care. Page 11 Plan for Implementation of Assurance 3 • In the box below, describe the schedule and process for administering local progress monitoring assessments, as well as the assessment tool(s) used by the school by grade level. In addition, describe how the data is used to determine how adequate progress is being made and how intervention and tiered support is being deployed. Pages 12-13 [District] Page 4 FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION fldoe.org 2020-21 Florida's Optional Innovative Reopening Plan Plan for Implementation of Assurance 4 • In the box below, describe how the charter school will work with IEP teams to determine needed services, including compensatory services for students with disabilities. Page 14 Plan for Implementation of Assurance 5 • In the box below, describe how the charter school will work with ELL Committees to identify ELLS who have regressed and determine if additional or supplemental English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) services are needed. Page 15 Assurance 6 does not require an additional narrative. Acknowledgement The charter school or charter school network verifies the information in this form. Name and title of person responsible for completion and submission of the Innovative Reopening Plan Eddie Ruiz, Florida State Director Contact information: email, phone number eruiz o charterschoolsusa.com, 407-808-1696 Date submitted 7/20/2020 Signature of authorized representative Eddd& Ruin_ [District] Page 5 FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION fldoe.org C cC5e I E,xE9," 2020 Fall Innovat0 ive Reopen'o ing Plan Updated July 16, 2020 :.......................................................................................: Proposed Innovative Model The following innovative learning models for Fall 2020 are inclusive of all grades in elementary, middle, high, and combination schools. Our models include in -person instruction, specialized instruction, live synchronous and asynchronous instruction with the same curriculum as in -person instruction, and the ability to interact with a student's teacher and peers. All three models will be a choice for families through the first semester. K Our schools will open with heightened health and security measures, following CDC guidelines, to ensure the health and safety of our students and faculty. Families can feel comfortable and confident that our classrooms will be safe for their children. Please see safety protocols for more information on temperature checks, masks, social distancing, cleaning protocols, monitoring symptoms, etc. 3 In -Person at School txtenaing the reach of our best teachers Continue to follow the CSUSA Educational Mode Personalized learning utilizing mobile platforms Emphasis on Social Emotional Learning (i.e. Attitude is Altitude curriculum) Implementation of Success Block and extended learning opportunities to support students with the mastery of grade level standards Continue to exceed the state requirements for instructional minutes L� Operational M mmi 5 days per week in -person instruction Limit student transitions CDC/local/county guidelines followed for safety and health protocols Enhanced cleaning protocols Temperature checks and masks for all students and staff Clinic annex for symptomatic students Modified meal distribution for safety Cal . Our innovative Mobile Classroom extends the reach of our best teachers and personalize each student's experience to their ability, not their age. Interactive technology will stream to remote students and devices will be provided based on access survey results. Attendance will be taken daily. We closely monitor performance to provide individualized lessons supportive of student abilities. Teacher training will be ongoing throughout the school year. E Fully Mobile Experience Blend of asynchronous and synchronous learning experiences with live teaching daily Instructional minutes are aligned to the in -person model Continue to follow the CSUSA Educational Model Personalized learning utilizing mobile platforms Emphasis on Social Emotional Learning (i.e. Attitude is Altitude curriculum) Implementation of mobile Success Block and extended learning opportunities to support students with the mastery of grade level standards Training for parents on academic integrity and supporting their academic learning experiences IMMOW Operational 5 days per week mobile instruction Office hours available for live teacher support 1:1 technology provided Mobile Tech support available as needed Meal distribution available 211 A Connectivity for Students • Family Access Survey (available in digital and paper formats) will be sent to families for each student enrolled in a model involving mobile learning • Technology specifications for mobile learning (i.e., internet connection, operating system, audio/video capability, etc.) will be communicated • Based on the results of the Family Access Survey, the school will organize a safe and efficient device pick-up procedure to provide students in need of a device the opportunity to pick one up at the school site • Schools will explore and communicate options for internet access to families in need • Help desks will be available for students and families who need technical support with mobile learning i 7 We are prepared for a combination of both remote and in -school learning to accommodate changing circumstances. This is a hybrid solution of in -classroom and mobile experiences, which can take place at school or at home. The instructional experience between both deliveries will be seamless and teachers will be provided with ongoing training and support. E'l Flexible Model Instructional Blend of asynchronous and synchronous learning experiences with live teaching daily Instructional minutes are aligned to the in -person model Continue to follow the CSUSA Educational Mode Personalized learning utilizing mobile platforms Emphasis on Social Emotional Learning (i.e. Attitude is Altitude curriculum) Implementation of Success Block and extended learning opportunities to support students with the mastery of grade level standards Training for parents on academic integrity and supporting their academic learning experiences Families will be empowered to have options Office hours available for live teacher support 1:1 technology provided Mobile Tech support available as needed Meal distribution available for mobile days; Modified meal distribution for safety on in -person days Enhanced cleaning protocols Clinic annex for symptomatic students V] r Assurance 1: Upon reopening in August, the charter school or charter school network will assure that all brick and mortar schools are open at least five days per week for all students subject to advice and orders of the Florida Department of Health, local departments of health, Executive Order 20-149, and subsequent executive orders. Governing board will open brick and mortar schools five days per week for all students, subject to advice and orders of the Florida Department of Health, Local Departments of Health, Executive Order 20-149 and subsequent executive orders. The governing board will make day-to-day decisions to open or close the school absent of the directives above. • Mobile learning and Flex Models will still be available as a choice for families • All three models will include synchronous and asynchronous learning, as well as opportunities for students to interact with their teacher(s) and peers • Instructional minutes comparable in all three offered models and meet all statutory requirements • All requirements will be in place for all high school credit bearing classes • Robust and ongoing communication with parents and other stakeholders • All staffing guidelines will continue to be in place • All health and safety measures will follow CDC, state and local guidelines 10 Assurance 2: Describe the plan for a full array of services that are required by law so that families who wish to educate their children in a brick and mortar school have the opportunity to do so. These services include in -person instruction and services required for vulnerable populations, such as students from low-income families, students of migrant workers, students who are homeless, and students in foster care. CSUSA Florida is committed to addressing the access and opportunity gaps which exist among historically underserved students by ensuring that each child receives what they need when they need it, to develop to their full ocodemic and social potential. • Interventions, tracking systems and progress monitoring • Implemented in alignment with the CSUSA Educational Model for all students, including vulnerable populations • Additional emphasis placed on the identification and remediation of students in vulnerable populations that are failing to make adequate progress • Analysis of Winter -to -Fall data for all students used for action planning • Additional emphasis placed on the identification and remediation of students that demonstrated regression or lack of progress during this time • Enrichment, Honors, Gifted and Advanced programs will continue 11 r Assurance 3: Describe the schedule and process for administering local progress monitoring assessments, as well as the assessment tool(s) used by the school by grade level. In addition, describe how the data is used to determine how adequate progress is being made and how intervention and tiered support is being deployed. School will implement the CSUSA Balanced Assessment System, including NWEA MAP and/or iReady Diagnostic assessments during three scheduled assessment periods. Standards -based instructional focus assessments, as well as continuous progress monitoring within adaptive instructional software platforms, will be implemented every four to six weeks to ensure tiered support for students. • Implementation of the CSUSA Reading Plan, which includes implementation of the MTSS intervention process for students who are failing to make adequate progress in reading • Plan in place for assessment integrity for students in mobile learning • i.e. training parents on academic integrity, lock down browsers for some assessments, opportunities to bring students to the school to assess in a safe environment • Students receive regular and synchronous check points with a teacher 12 Progress Monitoring Tools, Processes &Schedules NWEA MAP and/or iReady Diagnostic Assessments: • Administered tri-annually (Fall, Winter, Spring) in person or from a mobile location with teacher proctors • Analysis of Winter -to -Fall data for all students • Differentiated instruction driven by data • Baseline data informs targeted small group instruction • Universal screeners and diagnostic data for Response to Intervention purposes Success Block for Instructional Focus: • Instructional focus assessments administered every four to six weeks after each unit of instruction • Analysis of data for all students • Standards based data • Data -driven instruction Targeted small group instruction • Flexible groupings developed for remediation of standards and enrichment opportunities • This is in addition to Rtl, tutoring and scaffolded supports for students Professional Learning Communities (PLCs): Educators committed to working collaboratively in ongoing processes of collective inquiry and action research to achieve better results for the students they serve by: • Weekly PLC schedules allow for intentional academic planning • Development of plans to meet student growth goals within instructional focus calendars LRemediation and enrichment planning for students based on common formative, interim and summative assessment data Collaboration among educators to conduct data chats, share best practices, evaluate resources and model lessons Additional data reviews every 4-5 weeks to determine which students may need to transition to a different learning model 13 Assu ran ce 4: Describe how the charter school will work with IEP teams to determine needed services, including compensatory services for students with disabilities. Special education services, related services and accommodations will be delivered to students in all three models. ESE students will be encouraged to participate in in -person learning barring a state or local health directive on the contrary. • IEP/504 meetings conducted with an option for team members to join through web-conferencing platform, in alignment with LEA guidelines • Progress toward IEP goals assessed and additional support provided to students as appropriate • Screening and evaluation of students continue in alignment with LEA guidelines • Implementation of the CSUSA Reading Plan, which includes implementation of the MTSS ntervention process for students who are failing to make adequate progress in reading • Continue Rtl for qualifying students with disabilities nalysiss of Winter -to -Fall data for all students used for action planning LA 14 r Assu ra nce 5: Describe how the charter school will work with ELL Committees to identify ELLs who have regressed and determine if additional or supplemental English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) services are needed. School will continue to follow LEA guidelines and procedures related to registration and identification of ELL students. ELL students will be encouraged to participate in in -person learning barring o state or local health directive on the contrary. In all three learning models, ELL Students will benefit from o guaranteed and viable curriculum that is equal to the instructional quality, content and scope that native English Speakers will receive. All educational programming will comply with all applicable federal, state and local lows, statutes and guidelines. • Implementation of the CSUSA Reading Plan, which includes implementation of the MTSS intervention process for students who are failing to make adequate progress in reading • Continue Rtl for qualifying ELL students • ELL students continue to have access to multiple online platforms to support both synchronous and asynchronous learning LServices extended for students who were receiving ESOL Services prior to the COVID-19 School Closure period, pending re-evaluation and extension meetings being held Hold ELL Committee meetings as required by law, in alignment with LEA guidelines Analysis of Winter -to -Fall data for all students used for action planning 15 Assurance 6: Progress monitoring data must be shared regularly by the charter school with its sponsoring school district, in a manner prescribed by the Department. Progress monitoring data will be shared as required by FLDOE. iplementation of these models will be executed within the parameters of the 2020-2021 Board Approved Budgets. 16 -I= .3 Safety Protocols Areas and/or Activity Areas and/or Activity Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines Hallways Hallways •Hallways will be marked to assist students with social distancing guidelines •Hallways will be marked to assist students with social distancing guidelines • Hallways will be one direction when feasible • Hallways will be one direction when feasible Cafeteria/Meals Cafeteria/Meals •Food safety practices will be In place before, during and after mealtimes •Food safety practices will be in place before, during and after mealtimes • Food lines for grab -and -go will be marked to ensure student distancing • Food lines for grab -and -go will be marked to ensure student distancing unless food Is being delivered to classrooms unless food is being delivered to classrooms • Cafeterias will be set up to align with social distancing guidelines • Cafeterias will be set up to align with social distancing guidelines • Schools may use classrooms, outside areas, and additional building space • Schools may use classrooms, outside areas, and additional building space If necessary, to meet social distancing guidelines if necessary, to meet social distancing guidelines PE/Guided PE PE/Guided PE • PE classes: Whether Indoors or outdoors, social distancing will be • PE classes: Whether indoors or outdoors, social distancing will be enforced, and equipment will not be shared enforced, and equipment will not be shared • Guided PE: Playground equipment dosed and classes staggered to • Guided PE: Playground equipment closed and classes staggered to eliminate congregating outdoors eliminate congregating outdoors • No contact activities will be in place • No contact activities will be In place 17 Safety Protocols Areas and/or Activity Safety Guidelines Classrooms • School's capacity will dictate social distancing • Student mask requirements will match county or city ordinance • Know your county requirements • No sharing items or food • When social distancing at 6 feet is in place in the classroom, students may remove their mask Arrival/Dismissal • All students, staff and visitors will have temperature checks upon arrival • Masks are required upon entry and exit, as well as before/after transitions • Hand sanitization upon entry and exit, as well as before/after transitions Clinic Annex • For students showing symptoms, a separate clinic annex will be available to eliminate potential exposure to others • Student will maintain social distancing guidelines, and areas will be cleaned and disinfected after the sick child has gone home -I= 41 Safety Protocols Areas and/or Activity Areas and/®r Activity Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines Cleaning and Hygiene Cleaning and Hygiene •Enhanced cleaning products, protocols and safe hygiene practices will be In •Enhanced cleaning products, protocols and safe hygiene practices will be in Protocols Protocols place (hand washing, sanitizing stations, etc.) place (hand washing, sanitizing stations, etc.) • Clean and disinfect high traffic and high touch surface areas (desks, • Clean and disinfect high traffic and high touch surface areas (desks, doorknobs, bathrooms, etc.) doorknobs, bathrooms, etc.) • Training will be provided to all facilities team members, school staff, families, • Training will be provided to all facilities team members, school staff, families, and students to ensure safety/leaning/hygiene policies and procedures for all and students to ensure safety/cleaning/hygiene policies and procedures for all Masks Masks •Students will wear loth masks upon arrival and dismissal, as well as during •Students will wear cloth masks upon arrival and dismissal, as well as during transitions transitions • Outside of arrival, dismissal and transitions, student mask requirements will • Outside of arrival, dismissal and transitions, student mask requirements will match county or city ordinance match county or city ordinance • Face shields are an additional precaution to the required masks • Face shields are an additional precaution to the required masks • If social distancing at 6 feet is In place In the classroom, students may remove • If social distancing at 6 feet is in place in the classroom, students may remove their mask their mask • All staff and visitors will wear cloth masks at all times, unless outside and • All staff and visitors will wear cloth masks at all times, unless outside and social distancing at 6 feet social distancing at 6 feet 19 Areas and/or Activity Areas and/®r Activity Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines Visitors Visitors •Limit all non -essential visitors •Limit all non -essential visitors • Social distancing Is required for all visitors • Social distancing is required for all visitors Gatherings Gatherings •Procedures will be In place to eliminate congregating of students, staff and visitors •Procedures will be in place to eliminate congregating of students, staff and visitors Air Flow/Ventilation Air Flow/Ventilation • HVAC systems will continue to be maintained as required by the Indoor Air Quality •HVAC systems will continue to be maintained as required by the Indoor Air Quality Standard Transportation Transportation •Drivers will wear face masks and students will follow local requirements •Drivers will wear face masks and students will follow local requirements • Field trips are prohibited (until notified otherwise) • Field trips are prohibited (until notified otherwise) • Spaced seating will be utilized to the fullest extent possible • Spaced seating will be utilized to the fullest extent possible • Frequently touched areas on the buses will be cleaned and disinfected at least daily • Frequently touched areas on the buses will be cleaned and disinfected at least daily • Protocols will be Implemented for bus loading and unloading • Protocols will be implemented for bus loading and unloading • Students will be encouraged to social distance at bus stops • Students will be encouraged to social distance at bus stops • Temperatures will be checked at school before entering • Temperatures will be checked at school before entering the building -I= 41 Safety Protocolskh 'A 20 0 Reopening Addendum :........................................................................................ Model Capacity ......................................................................................... 21 Aventura City of Excellence School (K-8) has surveyed school families resulting in the following enrollment per offered model. Building capacity (student seats): 1020 In Person Learning Model Flex Learning Model Mobile Learning Model Projected % of students in Projected % of students in Projected % of students fully person: flexible model: mobile: 60% 0% 40% *2 groups/cohorts Student Start Date: August 24, 2020 AML 22 DON SOFFER AVENTURA HIGH SCHOOL C- q- 0 2020 Fall Innovative Reopening Plan Updated July 16, 2020 :.......................................................................................: Proposed Innovative Model The following innovative learning models for Fall 2020 are inclusive of all grades in elementary, middle, high, and combination schools. Our models include in -person instruction, specialized instruction, live synchronous and asynchronous instruction with the same curriculum as in -person instruction, and the ability to interact with a student's teacher and peers. All three models will be a choice for families through the first semester. K Our schools will open with heightened health and security measures, following CDC guidelines, to ensure the health and safety of our students and faculty. Families can feel comfortable and confident that our classrooms will be safe for their children. Please see safety protocols for more information on temperature checks, masks, social distancing, cleaning protocols, monitoring symptoms, etc. 3 In -Person at School txtenaing the reach of our best teachers Continue to follow the CSUSA Educational Mode Personalized learning utilizing mobile platforms Emphasis on Social Emotional Learning (i.e. Attitude is Altitude curriculum) Implementation of Success Block and extended learning opportunities to support students with the mastery of grade level standards Continue to exceed the state requirements for instructional minutes L� Operational M mmi 5 days per week in -person instruction Limit student transitions CDC/local/county guidelines followed for safety and health protocols Enhanced cleaning protocols Temperature checks and masks for all students and staff Clinic annex for symptomatic students Modified meal distribution for safety Cal . Our innovative Mobile Classroom extends the reach of our best teachers and personalize each student's experience to their ability, not their age. Interactive technology will stream to remote students and devices will be provided based on access survey results. Attendance will be taken daily. We closely monitor performance to provide individualized lessons supportive of student abilities. Teacher training will be ongoing throughout the school year. E Fully Mobile Experience Blend of asynchronous and synchronous learning experiences with live teaching daily Instructional minutes are aligned to the in -person model Continue to follow the CSUSA Educational Model Personalized learning utilizing mobile platforms Emphasis on Social Emotional Learning (i.e. Attitude is Altitude curriculum) Implementation of mobile Success Block and extended learning opportunities to support students with the mastery of grade level standards Training for parents on academic integrity and supporting their academic learning experiences IMMOW Operational 5 days per week mobile instruction Office hours available for live teacher support 1:1 technology provided Mobile Tech support available as needed Meal distribution available 211 A Connectivity for Students • Family Access Survey (available in digital and paper formats) will be sent to families for each student enrolled in a model involving mobile learning • Technology specifications for mobile learning (i.e., internet connection, operating system, audio/video capability, etc.) will be communicated • Based on the results of the Family Access Survey, the school will organize a safe and efficient device pick-up procedure to provide students in need of a device the opportunity to pick one up at the school site • Schools will explore and communicate options for internet access to families in need • Help desks will be available for students and families who need technical support with mobile learning i 7 We are prepared for a combination of both remote and in -school learning to accommodate changing circumstances. This is a hybrid solution of in -classroom and mobile experiences, which can take place at school or at home. The instructional experience between both deliveries will be seamless and teachers will be provided with ongoing training and support. E'l Flexible Model Instructional Blend of asynchronous and synchronous learning experiences with live teaching daily Instructional minutes are aligned to the in -person model Continue to follow the CSUSA Educational Mode Personalized learning utilizing mobile platforms Emphasis on Social Emotional Learning (i.e. Attitude is Altitude curriculum) Implementation of Success Block and extended learning opportunities to support students with the mastery of grade level standards Training for parents on academic integrity and supporting their academic learning experiences Families will be empowered to have options Office hours available for live teacher support 1:1 technology provided Mobile Tech support available as needed Meal distribution available for mobile days; Modified meal distribution for safety on in -person days Enhanced cleaning protocols Clinic annex for symptomatic students V] r Assurance 1: Upon reopening in August, the charter school or charter school network will assure that all brick and mortar schools are open at least five days per week for all students subject to advice and orders of the Florida Department of Health, local departments of health, Executive Order 20-149, and subsequent executive orders. Governing board will open brick and mortar schools five days per week for all students, subject to advice and orders of the Florida Department of Health, Local Departments of Health, Executive Order 20-149 and subsequent executive orders. The governing board will make day-to-day decisions to open or close the school absent of the directives above. • Mobile learning and Flex Models will still be available as a choice for families • All three models will include synchronous and asynchronous learning, as well as opportunities for students to interact with their teacher(s) and peers • Instructional minutes comparable in all three offered models and meet all statutory requirements • All requirements will be in place for all high school credit bearing classes • Robust and ongoing communication with parents and other stakeholders • All staffing guidelines will continue to be in place • All health and safety measures will follow CDC, state and local guidelines 10 Assurance 2: Describe the plan for a full array of services that are required by law so that families who wish to educate their children in a brick and mortar school have the opportunity to do so. These services include in -person instruction and services required for vulnerable populations, such as students from low-income families, students of migrant workers, students who are homeless, and students in foster care. CSUSA Florida is committed to addressing the access and opportunity gaps which exist among historically underserved students by ensuring that each child receives what they need when they need it, to develop to their full ocodemic and social potential. • Interventions, tracking systems and progress monitoring • Implemented in alignment with the CSUSA Educational Model for all students, including vulnerable populations • Additional emphasis placed on the identification and remediation of students in vulnerable populations that are failing to make adequate progress • Analysis of Winter -to -Fall data for all students used for action planning • Additional emphasis placed on the identification and remediation of students that demonstrated regression or lack of progress during this time • Enrichment, Honors, Gifted and Advanced programs will continue 11 r Assurance 3: Describe the schedule and process for administering local progress monitoring assessments, as well as the assessment tool(s) used by the school by grade level. In addition, describe how the data is used to determine how adequate progress is being made and how intervention and tiered support is being deployed. School will implement the CSUSA Balanced Assessment System, including NWEA MAP and/or iReady Diagnostic assessments during three scheduled assessment periods. Standards -based instructional focus assessments, as well as continuous progress monitoring within adaptive instructional software platforms, will be implemented every four to six weeks to ensure tiered support for students. • Implementation of the CSUSA Reading Plan, which includes implementation of the MTSS intervention process for students who are failing to make adequate progress in reading • Plan in place for assessment integrity for students in mobile learning • i.e. training parents on academic integrity, lock down browsers for some assessments, opportunities to bring students to the school to assess in a safe environment • Students receive regular and synchronous check points with a teacher 12 Progress Monitoring Tools, Processes &Schedules NWEA MAP and/or iReady Diagnostic Assessments: • Administered tri-annually (Fall, Winter, Spring) in person or from a mobile location with teacher proctors • Analysis of Winter -to -Fall data for all students • Differentiated instruction driven by data • Baseline data informs targeted small group instruction • Universal screeners and diagnostic data for Response to Intervention purposes Success Block for Instructional Focus: • Instructional focus assessments administered every four to six weeks after each unit of instruction • Analysis of data for all students • Standards based data • Data -driven instruction Targeted small group instruction • Flexible groupings developed for remediation of standards and enrichment opportunities • This is in addition to Rtl, tutoring and scaffolded supports for students Professional Learning Communities (PLCs): Educators committed to working collaboratively in ongoing processes of collective inquiry and action research to achieve better results for the students they serve by: • Weekly PLC schedules allow for intentional academic planning • Development of plans to meet student growth goals within instructional focus calendars LRemediation and enrichment planning for students based on common formative, interim and summative assessment data Collaboration among educators to conduct data chats, share best practices, evaluate resources and model lessons Additional data reviews every 4-5 weeks to determine which students may need to transition to a different learning model 13 Assu ran ce 4: Describe how the charter school will work with IEP teams to determine needed services, including compensatory services for students with disabilities. Special education services, related services and accommodations will be delivered to students in all three models. ESE students will be encouraged to participate in in -person learning barring a state or local health directive on the contrary. • IEP/504 meetings conducted with an option for team members to join through web-conferencing platform, in alignment with LEA guidelines • Progress toward IEP goals assessed and additional support provided to students as appropriate • Screening and evaluation of students continue in alignment with LEA guidelines • Implementation of the CSUSA Reading Plan, which includes implementation of the MTSS ntervention process for students who are failing to make adequate progress in reading • Continue Rtl for qualifying students with disabilities nalysiss of Winter -to -Fall data for all students used for action planning LA 14 r Assu ra nce 5: Describe how the charter school will work with ELL Committees to identify ELLs who have regressed and determine if additional or supplemental English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) services are needed. School will continue to follow LEA guidelines and procedures related to registration and identification of ELL students. ELL students will be encouraged to participate in in -person learning barring o state or local health directive on the contrary. In all three learning models, ELL Students will benefit from o guaranteed and viable curriculum that is equal to the instructional quality, content and scope that native English Speakers will receive. All educational programming will comply with all applicable federal, state and local lows, statutes and guidelines. • Implementation of the CSUSA Reading Plan, which includes implementation of the MTSS intervention process for students who are failing to make adequate progress in reading • Continue Rtl for qualifying ELL students • ELL students continue to have access to multiple online platforms to support both synchronous and asynchronous learning LServices extended for students who were receiving ESOL Services prior to the COVID-19 School Closure period, pending re-evaluation and extension meetings being held Hold ELL Committee meetings as required by law, in alignment with LEA guidelines Analysis of Winter -to -Fall data for all students used for action planning 15 Assurance 6: Progress monitoring data must be shared regularly by the charter school with its sponsoring school district, in a manner prescribed by the Department. Progress monitoring data will be shared as required by FLDOE. iplementation of these models will be executed within the parameters of the 2020-2021 Board Approved Budgets. 16 -I= .3 Safety Protocols Areas and/or Activity Areas and/or Activity Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines Hallways Hallways •Hallways will be marked to assist students with social distancing guidelines •Hallways will be marked to assist students with social distancing guidelines • Hallways will be one direction when feasible • Hallways will be one direction when feasible Cafeteria/Meals Cafeteria/Meals •Food safety practices will be In place before, during and after mealtimes •Food safety practices will be in place before, during and after mealtimes • Food lines for grab -and -go will be marked to ensure student distancing • Food lines for grab -and -go will be marked to ensure student distancing unless food Is being delivered to classrooms unless food is being delivered to classrooms • Cafeterias will be set up to align with social distancing guidelines • Cafeterias will be set up to align with social distancing guidelines • Schools may use classrooms, outside areas, and additional building space • Schools may use classrooms, outside areas, and additional building space If necessary, to meet social distancing guidelines if necessary, to meet social distancing guidelines PE/Guided PE PE/Guided PE • PE classes: Whether Indoors or outdoors, social distancing will be • PE classes: Whether indoors or outdoors, social distancing will be enforced, and equipment will not be shared enforced, and equipment will not be shared • Guided PE: Playground equipment dosed and classes staggered to • Guided PE: Playground equipment closed and classes staggered to eliminate congregating outdoors eliminate congregating outdoors • No contact activities will be in place • No contact activities will be In place 17 Safety Protocols Areas and/or Activity Safety Guidelines Classrooms • School's capacity will dictate social distancing • Student mask requirements will match county or city ordinance • Know your county requirements • No sharing items or food • When social distancing at 6 feet is in place in the classroom, students may remove their mask Arrival/Dismissal • All students, staff and visitors will have temperature checks upon arrival • Masks are required upon entry and exit, as well as before/after transitions • Hand sanitization upon entry and exit, as well as before/after transitions Clinic Annex • For students showing symptoms, a separate clinic annex will be available to eliminate potential exposure to others • Student will maintain social distancing guidelines, and areas will be cleaned and disinfected after the sick child has gone home -I= 41 Safety Protocols Areas and/or Activity Areas and/®r Activity Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines Cleaning and Hygiene Cleaning and Hygiene •Enhanced cleaning products, protocols and safe hygiene practices will be In •Enhanced cleaning products, protocols and safe hygiene practices will be in Protocols Protocols place (hand washing, sanitizing stations, etc.) place (hand washing, sanitizing stations, etc.) • Clean and disinfect high traffic and high touch surface areas (desks, • Clean and disinfect high traffic and high touch surface areas (desks, doorknobs, bathrooms, etc.) doorknobs, bathrooms, etc.) • Training will be provided to all facilities team members, school staff, families, • Training will be provided to all facilities team members, school staff, families, and students to ensure safety/leaning/hygiene policies and procedures for all and students to ensure safety/cleaning/hygiene policies and procedures for all Masks Masks •Students will wear loth masks upon arrival and dismissal, as well as during •Students will wear cloth masks upon arrival and dismissal, as well as during transitions transitions • Outside of arrival, dismissal and transitions, student mask requirements will • Outside of arrival, dismissal and transitions, student mask requirements will match county or city ordinance match county or city ordinance • Face shields are an additional precaution to the required masks • Face shields are an additional precaution to the required masks • If social distancing at 6 feet is In place In the classroom, students may remove • If social distancing at 6 feet is in place in the classroom, students may remove their mask their mask • All staff and visitors will wear cloth masks at all times, unless outside and • All staff and visitors will wear cloth masks at all times, unless outside and social distancing at 6 feet social distancing at 6 feet 19 Areas and/or Activity Areas and/®r Activity Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines Visitors Visitors •Limit all non -essential visitors •Limit all non -essential visitors • Social distancing Is required for all visitors • Social distancing is required for all visitors Gatherings Gatherings •Procedures will be In place to eliminate congregating of students, staff and visitors •Procedures will be in place to eliminate congregating of students, staff and visitors Air Flow/Ventilation Air Flow/Ventilation • HVAC systems will continue to be maintained as required by the Indoor Air Quality •HVAC systems will continue to be maintained as required by the Indoor Air Quality Standard Transportation Transportation •Drivers will wear face masks and students will follow local requirements •Drivers will wear face masks and students will follow local requirements • Field trips are prohibited (until notified otherwise) • Field trips are prohibited (until notified otherwise) • Spaced seating will be utilized to the fullest extent possible • Spaced seating will be utilized to the fullest extent possible • Frequently touched areas on the buses will be cleaned and disinfected at least daily • Frequently touched areas on the buses will be cleaned and disinfected at least daily • Protocols will be Implemented for bus loading and unloading • Protocols will be implemented for bus loading and unloading • Students will be encouraged to social distance at bus stops • Students will be encouraged to social distance at bus stops • Temperatures will be checked at school before entering • Temperatures will be checked at school before entering the building -I= 41 Safety Protocolskh 'A 20 DON SOFFER AVENTURA HIGH SCHOOL Reopening Addendum :........................................................................................ Model Capacity ......................................................................................... 21 Don Soffer Aventura High School (9-10) has surveyed school families resulting in the following enrollment per offered model. Building capacity (student seats): 800 In Person Learning Model Flex Learning Model Mobile Learning Model Projected % of students in Projected % of students in Projected % of students fully person: flexible model: mobile: 36% 27% 37% *2 groups/cohorts Student Start Date: August 24, 2020 AML 22