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08-13-2020 Special Workshop Meeting AgendaThe City of , ei fura I MM" 19200 West Country Club Drive Aventura, FL 33180 City Commission Special Workshop Meeting August 13, 2020 9:00 a.m. Via Virtual Communications Media Technology This meeting shall be held via virtual communications media technology enabled by the Governor's Executive Order 2020-69, extended through Executive Orders 20-112, 20-123, 20- 139, 20-150, and 20-179. Because of COVID-19, and the need to ensure the public health, safety and welfare, this meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom. Due to the on -going state of emergency and the recommendations from all public health authorities, the City of Aventura recommends that all persons view and participate in the meeting through electronic means. Members of the public wishing to access the meeting, please do so as follows: Join the Zoom Meeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone at: Zoom.us/join Meeting ID: 815 9028 6292 You can also dial in using your phone to the any of the following numbers: +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US +1 301 715 8592 US Meeting ID: 815 9028 6292 Members of the public will be able to provide comments via audio when directed by the Mayor to do so. Please tap the screen on your cellphone or tablet, or move your mouse on your computer, to view an option to raise your hand. Tap or click on the "raise hand" icon displayed to raise your hand to speak. Callers must press *9 to raise your hand to speak. The City Clerk will notify the Mayor there are public comments and will notify you when it is your turn to speak by turning your microphone on. Speakers will be provided three minutes to provide comments. Comments can also be provided via email to the City Clerk at cityclerk@cityofaventura.com by August 12, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. Comments received will be provided to the City Commission. Please list the item you are providing a comment for in your email. The City City Commission AiTei if ura Special WorkshopMeeting MEN% August 13, 2020 -Q 9.00 a.m. 19200West Country 'Club Drive Aventura, FL33180 Via Virtual Communications Media Technology AGENDA 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Discussion: North Hospital District Development Proposal (City Manager)* Future Action Required: Ordinance 3. Review: Don Soffer Aventura High School / Aventura City of Excellence School Guidelines and Plan for Reopening - Fall 2020 (City Manager)* 4. Discussion: Appointment of Member to the Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation (Commissioner Gladys Mezrahi)* Future Action Required: Resolution 5. Adjournment * Back-up Information Exists This meeting is open to the public. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, all persons who are disabled and who need special accommodations to participate in this meeting because of that disability should contact the Office of the City Clerk, 305-466-8901 or cityclerk@cityofaventura.com, not later than two days prior to such proceeding. One or more members of the City of Aventura Advisory Boards may participate in the meeting. Agenda items are available online at cityofaventura.com for viewing and printing. Copies of agenda items can also be requested through the Office of the City Clerk at 305-466-8901 or cityclerk@cityofaventura.com. CITY OF "ENTURA OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER MEMORANDUM TO: City Commission FROM. Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager - -- DATE: August 7, 2020 SUBJECT: Discussion of North Hospital District Development Proposal (City Manager) August 13, 2020 Special City Commission Workshop Agenda Item 2 RECOMMENDATION Attached for discussion is a proposal for development of the vacant land north of N.E. 213t" Street between Biscayne Boulevard and East Dixie Highway. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. RJW/act Attachment CCO1903-20 DocuSign Envelope ID: 7B32AA21-5F88-4F4E-9D37-3A4B7EB99CB5 Brian S. Adler, Esq. el 305.350.2351 Fax 305.351.2206 badlerQbilzin.com August 5, 2020 Ms. Joanne Carr City of Aventura Government Center 19200 W. Country Club Drive, 4th Floor Aventura, Florida 33180 Re: Request for Workshop Proposed Amendments to Business and Office Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element and Section 31-144(f) MO District Land Development Regulations Dear Ms. Carr: Please consider this our request on behalf of our clients, Aventura Dixie LLC ("Aventura Dixie") and Jasmin Investments LLC ("Jasmin") (collectively, "Owners") to be placed on the August 13, 2020, City Commission Workshop related to proposed modifications to the City of Aventura Comprehensive Plan Business and Office Land Use Designation and the City of Aventura Medical Office ("MO") Zoning District. A. The Property Aventura Dixie and Jasmin collectively own approximately 12.50 acres of property, located between Northeast 214 Street and the county line/northern City of Aventura city limits, between Biscayne Boulevard and East Dixie Highway (the "Property"). This area remains one of the last development parcels within the City of Aventura and has been an area of focus for redevelopment for over 20 years. The City of Aventura Comprehensive Plan since its original adoption in 1998 has singled this particular area as a focus for redevelopment. In fact, redevelopment of this particular area is one of three focus areas highlighted within the City of Aventura's Comprehensive Plan ("Comp Plan") for redevelopment as recognized with specific reference on numerous pages of the City of Aventura's Comprehensive Plan as highlighted on the attached as Exhibit "A". The three specific areas that were part of the City's focus for redevelopment since its incorporation are: Thunder Alley, the Hospital District, and the Biscayne Boulevard (US1) Corridor. See Comp Plan Page 6 attached as Exhibit "A." The hospital area where the Property is located, remains mostly undeveloped and has been historically characterized by fragmented .,' �731U'4']t.533'.s Bizin S4ml;��t�°tt4=l�4,t��� �i1 3 4556 DocuSign Envelope ID: 7B32AA21-5F88-4F4E-9D37-3A4B7EB99CB5 Ms. Joanne Carr August 5, 2020 Page 2 ownership, misaligned and substandard streets in need of costly expansion and construction, and an absence of incentives or development potential to justify the costs associated with development of the property or to put it on par with developments east of Biscayne Boulevard, which enjoy water frontage, water views or sufficient developed infrastructure. B. City Comprehensive Plan: Historical and Current Promotion of Redevelopment of Hospital Area The objectives and policies of the original 1998 City of Aventura Comprehensive Plan emphasize within the very first page of text, and in the actual introduction, the need for redevelopment and upgrading of the hospital areas. See Exhibit "A" Comp Plan Page 4. While Thunder Alley has been realized, this particular area remains over two decades later as one of the major goals still in need of being achieved. The hospital area is not only the focus for redevelopment in the Introduction but various places throughout the Comp Plan. The Future Land Use Element specifically identifies the hospital district as an area to be redeveloped. (See Exhibit "A", Comp Plan, Page 6.) Further, the City of Aventura Economic Development Component and Urban Design Elements, on Page 8 of the City of Aventura Comprehensive Plan, also specifically encourage the redevelopment of the hospital area. See Exhibit "A". While the remainder of the other areas identified in the City Comp Plan as a focus for redevelopment have achieved the desired economic development and growth, those areas lie mainly east of Biscayne Boulevard, capitalizing on their natural attributes such as water frontage or water views or proximity to the mall, established roadway dedications and infrastructure or a core built-in residential density in the immediate area to support development. The area to the west of Biscayne Boulevard in the north Hospital District does not enjoy the same built-in natural attributes or densities or infrastructure/roadway network to support development at the current limitations contained in the City Comprehensive Plan and land development regulations. Couple that with the fragmented ownership that required the literal acquisition of dozens of platted parcels under varied ownership over an extensive period of time, thus adding to the acquisition and carrying costs for the properties. While most properties east of Biscayne Boulevard are comprised of a single or limited number of properties, the fragmented ownership has historically contributed to the other impediments to redevelopment. Further, the Property is not waterfront and not only does not provide the same development opportunities as waterfront or water -view properties, or areas where density is incorporated, but also has an insufficient roadway network in extensive need of dedication and costly redevelopment that has historically impeded its redevelopment. Proper development and alignment of NE 214 Street requires a total reconfiguration of the westbound intersection, extensive dedication for the lengthy anticipated roadway and a widening of the current street. Additionally, to properly enter the area given the angle of Biscayne Boulevard not only envisions the re -alignment of Northeast 214 Street, mast arms and coordination with the County and Florida Department of Transportation, but it has been determined that a southbound dedication and development of a deceleration lane along Biscayne Boulevard is required. Coupled with the dedication and widening of Northeast 214 Street into a proper east -west access, between MIAMI 7153981.6 85075/91949 DocuSign Envelope ID: 7B32AA21-5F88-4F4E-9D37-3A4B7EB99CB5 Ms. Joanne Carr August 5, 2020 Page 3 Biscayne Boulevard and East Dixie Highway, substantial additional dedication and construction expenditures are required. C. Opportunity Zone Furthermore, the State of Florida specifically recognizes and identifies the area where the Property is located as an Opportunity Zone, recognizing the area is encouraged for growth and development. There are limited areas within the NE Dade corridor that have been identified as such areas, highlighting the focus on desired redevelopment in this section. D. Floor Area Ratio ("FAR") Limitations Currently, the City of Aventura Comprehensive Plan caps FAR on the Property to 2.0. As the City of Aventura is aware, the Virgin Train Station is proposed to be located on Biscayne Boulevard and Dixie Highway to the south of this Property. The Ojus area is an identified urban center district located to the south of the Property in unincorporated Miami -Dade County, south of the City of Aventura commencing at Ives Dairy Road. The area adjacent to Dixie Highway and Biscayne Boulevard in this district not only does not establish a maximum FAR of 2.0, but, to the contrary, require a minimum FAR. In the core district, which is similarly situated to the Property, the established minimum FAR is 3.0, with a permitted density of 125 units per acre. Further, the Optima development to the north located in Hallandale Beach, has an approximate FAR of 5.0, and is developed to 28 stories at approximately 360 feet. Therefore, the properties to the north and south of the City to the West of Biscayne Boulevard, in the Ojus Urban Center District and Hallandale have been developing at substantially higher FAR, with numerous projects, either already approved or underway with FAR's ranging above 4.5, and with an established minimum FAR of 3.0. Based on the specific focus within the City of Aventura's Comprehensive Plan for the redevelopment of this area, which focus has been in excess of two decades, the fact that the Property has been identified as an opportunity zone, and the proposed increase in transit and the cost and expense of redeveloping this area, including the need to re -align the intersection of Biscayne Boulevard, and, in order to create a proper gateway for this area, we propose that the potential development of the Property be increased to allow for both the increase of floor area ratio and density to create a developable area that will support a balanced mixed use development of office, commercial, hotel, and residential uses supportive of redevelopment of the area and of the remaining portion of the hospital district to the north. In that regard, we propose two potential modifications, one to the Comprehensive Plan and one to the Land Development Regulations as delineated below. E. A. Modification to the City of Aventura Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use Development: The Business and Office subsection of the City of Aventura Future Land Use Element is located on Page 12 of the Comprehensive Plan. In order to promote redevelopment of this historically bypassed area, we propose two specific revisions to this section. The first revision is to Paragraph 1 to allow for residential uses as a conditional use in the business and office MIAMI 7153981.6 85075/91949 DocuSign Envelope ID: 7B32AA21-5F88-4F4E-9D37-3A4B7EB99CB5 Ms. Joanne Carr August 5, 2020 Page 4 Sumberg designated areas. While the City's land development regulations already provide for residential uses in both the B1 and MO zoning districts, the Comprehensive Plan is silent on such uses. Therefore, to clarify and ensure the land development regulations are consistent with the City Comprehensive Plan, we recommend inserting a sentence within the first paragraph of the Business and Office Designation as follows: Residential uses may only be permitted as a conditional use in combination of the other uses permitted in this land use category, as more specifically provided in the and development regulations. The second proposed modification to the Comprehensive Plan would be to Paragraph 3, of the Business and Office subsection on page 12 to provide for a maximum FAR of 2.5, as a conditional use, limited to developments that are required to dedicate a minimum of 35,000 square feet of land for public road construction purposes, and where a developer or owner would be constructing such road at the developer's expense. As noted above, development of the Property would require realignment, dedication and development of NE 214th Street, which will come at a very significant cost. NE 214 Street is an elongated road, stretching from Biscayne Boulevard to East Dixie Highway. The proposed change to the City of Aventura Comprehensive Plan is in recognition of the unique nature of this particular non -waterfront property, that has been long identified under the City Comprehensive Plan for redevelopment by providing the additional development incentives necessary to offset the cost of the roadway construction. F. Modification to City of Aventura Land Development Regulations Medical Office ("MO") District. Additionally to implement the Comprehensive Plan policies outlined above, we propose modifications to Section 31-144(f), the "MO", Medical Office District. Specifically, we propose the creation of section 31-144(f)(2)(r), which would only apply to developments dedicating a minimum of 35,000 square of public roads for construction purposes, where the developer will construct the road, to allow for increase intensity, including an increased FAR ratio of 2.5, and an increased density not to exceed 60 dwelling units per acre. In order to promote the incorporation of retail, hotel, and office development within the area, increase in residential density is needed to bring the core residences within walking distance or close proximate to the other uses within this area, such that it can attract uses such as a grocery stores and hotels and additional office uses, while providing housing within walking distance for the established medical uses to the south. The exiting medical facilities have extensive staff could benefit by nearby housing within walking distance to the existing and future office and service uses within the area. The increased density will allow potential residents to avail themselves of the proposed convenient residences while attracting the other companion types of uses, such as the office, retail, etc. Additionally, there are a few other modifications that we are requesting as it relates to the MO district. Section 31-144(f)(3) provides that retail uses as a stand-alone use is prohibited. We propose a clarification to this section that provides: "However stand-alone retail uses incorporated as a part of an overall mixed -use development plan shall not be prohibited MIAMI 7153981.6 85075/91949 DocuSign Envelope ID: 7B32AA21-5F88-4F4E-9D37-3A4B7EB99CB5 Ms. Joanne Carr August 5, 2020 Page 5 purposes of this subsection." As part of the proposed redevelopment there may be limited retail uses or pavilion type uses that are incorporated into the proposed site plan to create varied heights within the district. This would allow for such uses to incorporate as part of an overall site plan without being a traditional stand-alone retail use, that is otherwise discouraged by this Section. Additionally, we propose modifying the conditional use Section 31-144(f)(2)(d) which provides that retail uses as part of a non-residential or multi -family residential development shall not exceed fifteen percent (15%) of the total gross interior square footage of the building. We propose that this be modified to twenty percent (20%) in order to accommodate such uses as grocery stores or other types of uses. Further, because the Property along Biscayne Boulevard contains approximately two (2) acres that are currently zoned B2, which would be permitted to develop one -hundred percent as stand-alone retail. In order preserve the ability to provide retail along Biscayne Boulevard, we propose that the properties directly fronting along Biscayne Boulevard retain the ability to develop for standalone retail at 100% of the site. However, when part of an overall development site, by increasing the permitted retail to twenty percent (20%) it would allow for such retail uses to be incorporated throughout the district and allow Biscayne Boulevard to be defined by other uses such as a hotel fronting on Biscayne Boulevard. G. Proposed Development As part of this request we are attaching a representative plan of what our client would be seeking, which includes a height of approximately 25 stories, with an FAR of 2.5 and 60 dwelling units with retail constitution up to 20% of the FAR. The plan includes dedication and abandonment of rights of way in order to realign the entrance to the area from Biscayne Boulevard, and to close portions of NE 214th Terrace and NE 29th Court to allow for NE 214th Street to serve as the main east -west roadway. H. Conclusion Based on the foregoing, and to implement the remaining focus area for redevelopment as specifically highlighted in the City of Aventura comprehensive plan that has existed for over twenty (20) years, and in recognition of the Property being located in an Opportunity Zone, non - waterfront and in an area with required dedication and increased redevelopment cost, we respectfully request the City approve the proposed modifications set forth in this request. To facilitate your review, we have provided the proposed modifications to the Comprehensive Plan and Code as Exhibit "B". Thank you for your attention of the foregoing. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (305) 350-2351. Very truly yours, 15Via.IA, S . QAW Brian S. Adler BSA/DPC/eah Attachments MIAMI 7153981.6 85075/91949 Business and Office This category accommodates the full range of sales and service activities. Included are retail, wholesale, personal and professional services, commercial and professional offices, hotels, motels, hospitals, medical buildings, nursing homes, entertainment and cultural facilities, amusements and commercial recreation establishments. However, private commercial marinas may only be permitted as a conditional use as contained within the land development regulations. Residential uses may be permitted only as a conditional use in combination with the other uses permitted in this category as more specifically provided by the land development regulations. These uses may occur in self- contained centers, high-rise structures, campus parks, Town Centers or in nodes defined by the intersection of two arterial roadways or the intersection of an arterial and a local or collector street. Additionally, the Metropolitan Urban Center (MUC) designation as described and adopted within the Miami -Dade Comprehensive Master Development Plan may be applied as an overlay within this land use category. The specific range and intensity of uses appropriate in a particular Business and Office property is dependent on the particular land use, design, urban services, transportation, environmental and social conditions on and around the subject parcel at the time of approval including consideration of applicable goals, objectives and policies, and the provisions of applicable land development regulations which serve to implement the comprehensive plan. The maximum allowable development intensity shall be a floor area ratio of total building square footage (not including parking structures) divided by the net lot area of the development parcel of 2.0. This maximum intensity may be increased to 2.5, as a conditional use, for developments that dedicate to the City a minimum of 35,000 square feet of land for public road construction purposes and construct the road at the developer's expense as more specifically provided by the land development regulations. Actual intensities approvable to a given site may be significantly lower than the maximum where necessary to conform to an overriding Plan policy, or to maintain compatibility of the development with its surroundings. The maximum intensity allowable on a given site shall also be contingent on the ability of the developer to ensure appropriate transitions and buffers with the surrounding neighborhood, and to alleviate impacts that will adversely impact service levels and quality of life. Sec. 31-144. - Business Zoning Districts. (a) Purpose. These business districts are intended to provide for commercial development in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan and provide for a variety of zoning districts to accommodate the City's business and commerce needs. These zoning districts may be applied to land designated Business and Office and Industrial and Office on the City's Future Land Use Map, however, the uses within this district shall be consistent with, but may be more restrictive than, the corresponding Business and Office and Industrial and Office category permitted uses. (f) Medical Office (MO) District. This district is intended to provide for medical offices and other uses supporting the medical profession associated with the hospital. This zoning district may be applied to land designated Business and Office on the City's Future Land Use Map, however the uses within this district shall be consistent with, but may be more restrictive than, the corresponding Business and Office category permitted uses. (1) Uses permitted. No building or structure, or part thereof, shall be erected, altered or used, or land used in whole or part for other than one or more of the following specific uses: a. Business/professional offices. b. Hospitals (not to exceed 20 stories or 200 feet in height). c. Nursing homes. d. Medical laboratories. e. Laboratories for medical research and development, including the use of medical laboratory equipment and devices. f. Dental and medical offices. g. Banks, savings and loans (no drive-in tellers). h. Restaurants, with no drive-in facilities, that are part of a non-residential or multifamily residential building. i. Pharmacies, limited to drugs and medical supplies, except if first approved as a conditional use pursuant to subsection 31-144(f)(2)o. j. Hotels, motels, resorts and time share units, subject to the following: 1. The minimum plot area shall be 1.5 acres, except if first approved as a conditional use pursuant to subsection 31-144(f)(2)n. 2. The minimum floor area of a rental sleeping room in a motel or hotel, which includes all areas to be individually rented by a customer, shall be 300 square feet. k. Uses generally accessory to the above principal uses. Accessory uses are those uses that are associated with the principal use(s) and which provide service primarily to employees and patrons of the office park. The accumulative total of all accessory uses shall be limited to a maximum of 15 percent of the total gross interior square footage of the buildings proposed for the site. Such uses shall have no outside advertising. I. ALF. (2) Conditional use. The following uses if first approved as a conditional use: a. Business -related schools. b. Multi -family residential uses with a maximum density of 35 dwelling units per gross acre and with a minimum lot area of between 1.0 to 1.5 acres, provided that a building permit for the development is obtained within 24 months of the date of conditional use approval. Failure to obtain a building permit within this time limit will void the conditional use approval. c. Uses that exceed the height limitations. d. Retail uses as part of a non-residential or multifamily residential development, when such retail uses do not exceed 4520 percent of the total gross interior square footage of the building, except retail uses fronting directly on Biscayne Boulevard may be developed as retail at 100%- e. Drive -through facility. f. Heliport landing site. g. Automobile parking garages, exceeding two stories but not over six stories in height, as a stand-alone use. h. All Uses permitted in the CIF District, but not any use listed as a Conditional use in the CIF district. i. For those properties lying between NE 206 Street to the south, NE 209 Street to the north, NE 28 Avenue to the east and East Dixie Highway to the west, the following additional uses may be permitted if first approved as a conditional use: 1. Uses that exceed the maximum floor area ratio. 2. Uses that do not meet the open space requirements of this district, upon payment of a fee -in -lieu of open space to be used for public park improvements. The amount of such fee shall be determined by the City Manager based on the appraised value of the land and the amount of reduction in open space requested, provided, however, that the amount of open space shall not be reduced below 15 percent of the total lot area and that the development complies with the Streetscape Design Standards of this section. j. Self-service storage facilities with a minimum lot area of 1.5 acres. k. For buildings that attain LEED® Gold or Platinum certification as provided in article VI of chapter 14 of the City Code, increased lot coverage, provided that a green roof and/or green rooftop amenities are provided and maintained for the common benefit of building occupants; and; that increased Florida -Friendly tree canopy and Florida -Friendly plantings designed to calm the heat island effect are located on site, all in an amount equal to the requested increased lot coverage. I. For buildings that attain LEED® Gold or Platinum certification as provided in article VI of chapter 14 of the City Code, increased floor area ratio, not to exceed a floor area ratio of 2.0. M. For multifamily residential buildings in this district that attain LEED Gold or Platinum certification as provided in article VI of chapter 14 of the City Code, increased density to a maximum of 45 dwelling units per acre. n. Pharmacies not limited to drugs and medical supplies. o. Uses that do not meet the minimum lot area and width in subsection 31-144(f)(4)a., provided that the lot area is no less than 1.0 acres, including right-of-way dedications, and provided that a building permit for the development is obtained within 24 months of the date of conditional use approval. Failure to obtain a building permit within this time limit will void the conditional use approval. p. For those properties lying between NE 213 Street to the south, NE 214 Terrace to the north, NE 29 Avenue to the east and East Dixie Highway to the west, the following reduced yard setbacks may be permitted if first approved as a conditional use and provided that a building permit for the development is obtained within 24 months of the date of conditional use approval. Failure to obtain a building permit within this time limit will void the conditional use approval. 1. Minimum front yard setback shall be ten feet in depth for the first two stories of the structure and 15 feet in depth for any additional stories. 2. Minimum street side yard setback shall be ten feet in depth for the first two stories and 15 feet for additional stories. Minimum rear yard setback shall be ten feet in depth. For projects located on the same site as an existing office building or buildings, which office building or buildings was/were constructed before October 6, 2009 as evidenced by a temporary certificate of occupancy or certificate of occupancy and does/do not meet LEED® Gold or Platinum certification, the bonuses in k. and I. above shall be calculated based on the applicant's total site area, provided that the new construction that attains LEED® Gold or Platinum certification is the same size or larger than the total square footage of the existing office building or buildings. r. For developments that dedicate to the City a minimum of 35,000 square feet for public road construction purposes and construct the road at the developer's expense, increased FAR not to exceed 2.5 and increased density not to exceed 60 dwelling units per acre, provided that a building permit for the development is obtained within 24 months of the date of conditional use approval. Failure to obtain a building permit within this time limit will void the conditional use approval. If the site plan approval provides for phasing of the development in two (2) or more phases, the phasing provisions of Section 31-79(i) shall apply after the twenty-four (24) month period provided in this subsection. (3) Uses prohibited. Except as specifically permitted in this section, the following uses are expressly prohibited as either principal or accessory uses: a. Adult entertainment. b. Retail uses as a stand-alone use except where located directly fronting on Biscayne Boulevard. However stand-alone retail uses incorporated as a part of an overall mixed -use development plan shall not be prohibited purposes of this subsection. Industrial uses. (4) Site development standards. a. Minimum lot area and width: The minimum frontage requirements shall be 100 feet, with a minimum lot area of 1.5 acres including right-of-way dedications. For those properties lying between NE 206 Street to the south, NE 209 Street to the north, NE 28 Avenue to the east and East Dixie Highway to the west, the following standard shall apply: The minimum frontage requirement shall be 100 feet with a minimum lot area of 0.5 acres. b. Maximum height: No building or structure, or part thereof shall be erected to a height exceeding 12 stories, or 120 feet overall maximum height, including structure parking. c. Setbacks: No parking areas shall be located within 30 feet of any residentially zoned property or within ten feet of any street line. Front yard: Not less than 50 feet in depth. Street side yard: Not less than 20 feet in depth. Rear yard: Not less than 25 feet in depth. For those properties lying between NE 206 Street to the south, NE 209 Street to the north, NE 28 Avenue to the east and East Dixie Highway to the west, the following standards shall apply: a. No parking areas shall be located within 30 feet of any residentially zoned property or within ten feet of any street line. b. Minimum front yard setback shall be ten feet in depth for the first two stories of the structure and 15 feet in depth for any additional stories. c. Minimum street side yard setback shall be ten feet in depth for the first two stories and 15 feet for additional stories. d. Minimum rear yard setback shall be ten feet in depth, except that the minimum yard setback from Biscayne Boulevard in this district shall be 25 feet in depth. Floor area ratio and lot coverage and minimum landscaped open space requirements: For all buildings: Any structure parking serving the primary use on the site shall be incorporated into the building envelope and shall be compatibly designed. Such parking structure shall comply with all minimum setback and buffer yard requirements. 2. For those properties lying between NE 206 Street to the south, NE 209 Street to the north, NE 28 Avenue to the east and East Dixie Highway to the west, the following standards shall apply: The maximum floor area ratio shall be 0.40 at one story and shall be increased by 0.11 for each additional story. The total lot coverage permitted for all buildings on the site shall not exceed 40 percent of the total lot area. The minimum landscaped open space required shall be 33 percent of the total lot area. 3. Minimum landscaped open space required shall be 33 percent of the total lot area. The floor area ratio shall be 0.40 at one story and shall be increased by 0.11 for each additional story. Structure parking shall not count as part of the floor area, but shall be counted in computing building height. The total lot coverage permitted for all buildings on the site shall not exceed 40 percent of the total lot area. The floor area ratio shall not exceed 2.0 for all buildings in this district in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan. e. Structure parking: All structure parking shall be compatibly designed to complement the primary use structure for which it serves. Parking structure ceiling heights shall be seven feet six inches except where greater heights may be required by other regulatory agencies. Pipes, ducts and mechanical equipment installed below the ceiling shall not be lower than seven feet zero inches above finish floor. f. Development and redevelopment shall be subject to the criteria set out in this section. (5) Limitations of uses and structures. All activities of permitted uses, including sale, display, preparation and storage, shall be conducted entirely within a completely enclosed building. Storage shall not be made above the height of the walls. Overhead doors or other openings larger than eight feet in width shall not be located on the front or immediate street and/or side elevations of buildings. If oriented toward contiguous residentially zoned land said opening shall be screened in accordance with the requirements contained in the LDR. (6) Aboveground storage tanks. Aboveground storage tanks (AST) are permitted as an accessory use only for the purpose of storing fuel for emergency generators. Such ASTs must conform to the following requirements: a. Be of 2,000 gallons capacity or less. b. Be installed and operated under a valid permit from the Miami -Dade County Department of Environmental Resources Management. Be located within a walled service court area or be fully screened by a masonry or concrete wall with a self -closing and locking metal door or gate. Such wall shall be landscaped in accordance with the City's Landscape Code. ASTs located within a service court area must be located atop a curbed reveal and shall be protected from turning and backing trucks with bollards. d. Be located in a manner consistent with the site development standards of the MO zoning district. Installation of any AST shall require a building permit from the City. Application for building permit shall be accompanied by a site plan indicating the location of the AST relative to property lines, the primary structure served by the AST, any other structures within 300 feet. A landscape plan prepared by a Florida licensed architect or landscape architect and other supporting documentation shall be provided if required by the City. (7) Streetscape design standards. For those properties lying between NE 206 Street to the south, NE 209 Street to the north, NE 28 Avenue to the east and East Dixie Highway to the west, each applicant for a development permit under this section shall construct the streetscape across the entire street frontage(s) of its parcel in accordance with the "Hospital District Streetscape Design Standards" as provided by the City Manager. Streetscape improvements shall be counted towards open space requirements, provided that the improvements comply with the design standards of this section. (8) Urban design standards. For those properties lying between NE 206 Street to the south, NE 209 Street to the north, NE 28 Avenue to the east and East Dixie Highway to the west, the following concepts shall guide development in this district, in addition to other applicable architectural design standards found in these Land Development Regulations: a. Urban design features, including, but not limited to, connected pedestrian walkways, surface parking areas in the rear of principal buildings, building orientation to the front street, use of awnings and canopies, changes in massing in the building form, including, but not limited to, facades and rooflines. b. Exterior colors used shall be light earth tone schemes or other color palette that may be approved by the City Commission. _ 1 1 c Y F } 1 , Y E 215TH STREE - SE 10TH STREET - 28 STORY H. 1 O } SE 10TH STREET N.E. 2131M1 ST. Ulq--o-o- N,E. 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TABLE OF CONTENTS DSAHSCore Beliefs.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4 Introdctionto Learning Models........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5 In -Person Learning Model................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6 FullyMobile Learning Model.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 7 FlexibleLearning Model...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8 DSAHSLearning Models & Scenarios................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9 Reopening Guidelines/Safety Protocols, Fall 2020........................................................................................................................................................................................ 10 Pre-Arrival.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10 Arrival& Dismissal................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 10 Attendance............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 11 Classrooms............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11 Cleaning& Sanitization........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12 ClinicAnnex........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12 COVID-19 Positive Test Results........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13 Discipline................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 13 EnglishLanguage Learners (ELLs)....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14 ESE& Contracted Services................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15 Grading& Assessments........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 16 Instruction.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 16 LessonPlanning..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17 Masks...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17 MentalHealth Plan............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18 ParentCommunication........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 18 PhysicalSpace....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Platforms............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 2 1 P a g e PhysicalEducation............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20 PI -Cs ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 20 ProfessionalDevelopment.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 21 ProgressMonitoring............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 21 Roles& Responsibilities of Teachers and Staff................................................................................................................................................................................. 22 Responseto Intervention (Rtl)............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 23 Signage................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24 SocialDistancing................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24 SocialEmotional Learning................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24 StudentMeals....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 25 StudentSchedules................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 26 SubstituteTeachers.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 27 SwitchingModels.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 27 Technology............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 27 TemperatureChecks............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 28 Transportation....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29 Tutoring.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 30 Visitors& Volunteers............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 30 AppendixA: Bell Schedules................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 31 FullyMobile for All................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 31 Mobile/Flexible/In-Person Models Occuring Concurrently............................................................................................................................................................ 32 3 1 P a g e DON SOFFER AVENTURA <_-,��HIIGH SCHOOL CORE BELIEFS DSAHS Vision Statement: Don Soffer Aventura High School will continually adopt innovative instructional methods and technology designed for the digital native learning styles of 215t century students. The school will revolutionize instruction and be recognized as a pioneer in modern high school education. DSAHS Mission Statement - Don Soffer Aventura High School will provide a rigorous, college preparatory curriculum for the community that ensures each student develops their individual academic talents and leadership skills to become well-rounded citizens primed for excellence. DSAHS Value Statement Students will be empowered to: Discover their passions Choose their path Define their future 4� INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING MODELS We, at Don Soffer Aventura High School, recognize at this point in time, that it is important to provide a broad framework for teaching and learning that allows us to meet the needs of each individual student and family. As such, for Fall 2020, we will offer our DSAHS families 3 different Learning Models from which to choose (In -Person, Fully Mobile, or a Flexible/Hybrid. In each instance, regardless of the model selected, our learning models will include live instruction by teachers, and synchronous and asynchronous lessons using the same curriculum, accommodations, support, and resources. Whether a student is mobile or in -person, they will be able to interact with teachers and peers on a daily — and class -by -class basis. The flow between one Learning Model to the next will be seamless and, throughout the entire process, our teachers will be engaged in ongoing Professional Development geared towards instructional delivery, digital platform mastery, and student progress monitoring procedures to ensure that our students' needs are being met. "The In -Person, Fully Mobile, and Flexible models will be a choice for families throughout the first semester, with the flexible model being utilized more heavily if on -campus numbers exceed our ability to implement the CDC and local Health Department guidelines for appropriate social distancing. 5 1 P a g e LEARNING MODELS OVERVIEW In -Person Learning Model When students return to the building and in -person instruction occurs, DSAHS will implement heightened health and security measures, following CDC and local Health Department guidelines, to ensure the health and safety of our students and faculty. Families can feel reassured that our school building and classrooms are safe for their children. Please see our Guidelines for Reopening for more information on temperature checks, face coverings, social distancing, cleaning/sanitizing protocols, wellness monitoring procedures, and other safety protocols that will be in place to ensure safety. Instructional Ooerational Provide direct Instruction 5 days per Follow all CDC, State, and local Health week Department guidelines / protocols for safety Students follow their course schedule Utilize enhanced cleaning/sanitizing protocols Continue to employ CSUSA Educational Limit student transitions and movement Model around the building Provide personalized learning using Implement a modified meal distribution multiple platforms procedure for safety Implement a Social Emotional Learning Conduct daily temperature checks upon Curriculum (Attitude is Altitude - AiA) entry and require facemasks be worn by students and staff. Implement the College Prep Block to assist students develop a competitive Provide a Clinic Annex for symptomatic college portfolio and increase their students performance on the PSAT, SAT, and ACT. 6 1 P a g e Fully Mobile Learning Model DSAHS' innovative Mobile Classroom extends the reach of our teachers and personalizes each student's learning experience. iPads are provided to each student so they may fully interact in their mobile education. Direct instruction from the teachers is livestreamed to the students digitally who will participate in both synchronous and asynchronous lessons. Students follow their schedules daily to ensure the consistency of instructional minutes across the curriculum. Students' progress is monitored closely and individualized lessons to support their abilities will be provided. Teacher training regarding mobile platforms and effective direct online instruction is ongoing throughout the year. -'�MpllraTo =21 Instructional operational Ensure the instructional minutes are Content delivered via mobile aligned to the In -Person model. instruction 5 days per week Provide a blend of synchronous and Provide each student with an iPad asynchronous lessons with daily online to access educational content both direct instruction at home and in -person. Provide personalized learning using Tech support is readily available multiple platforms Implement a Social Emotional Learning Teachers will have before/after Curriculum (Attitude is Altitude - AiA) school office hours to provide clarification / additional assistance Implement the College Prep Block to assist Utilize Schoology as the students develop a competitive college schoo Learning Management portfolio and increase their performance m. Platform. on the PSAT, SAT, and ACT. Continue to employ the CSUSA Educational Provide an afterschool meal Model distribution protocol for parents to pick up multiple -day meals. 7 1 P a g e Flexible Learning Mode Given the challenges of face-to-face learning at this time, DSAHS recognizes that it is important to provide a broad framework for teaching and learning that allows us to meet the needs of each individual student. The Flexible Learning Model is a hybrid solution of in -person and mobile experiences, which allows students to learn both at school and at home. Students will participate in two days of in -person instruction at school and three days of remote learning from home. The instructional experience between the delivery models will be seamless with students receiving live instruction on remote days, as well as the same synchronous and asynchronous lessons as their fully mobile and/or in -person peers. Flexible/Hybrid Learning Model Components Instructional Operational Ensure the instructional minutes are aligned to the Utilize enhanced cleaning/sanitizing In -Person model protocols Provide a blend of synchronous and asynchronous Provide the same instructional lessons with daily online direct instruction content both in -person (2 days) and remotely (3 days) each week. Students follow their course schedule both at Students are provided with Wads to home and at school to ensure the continuity of access their education both at home instructional minutes. and in -person. Provide personalized learning using multiple Tech support is readily available platforms Teachers have before/after school Implement a Social Emotional Learning Curriculum office hours to provide additional (Attitude is Altitude - AiA) opportunities for clarification and/or additional assistance Implement the College Prep Block to assist students develop a competitive college portfolio Schoology serves as the schoolwide and increase their performance on the PSAT, SAT, Learning Management Platform. and ACT. Provide an afterschool meal Continue to employ the CSUSA Educational Model distribution protocol for parents to pick up multiple -day meals. 8 1 P a g e r All Students on Campus (Bldg Open) Following CDC & Health Department Guidelines Following CDC & Health Department Guidelines r7DSAHS Learninels & Scenarios Fall 2020 i Students On -Campus All Students & Mobile ( Fully Mobile Concurrently (Bldg Closed) I In -School Schedule At Home Both at Schedule School & Fully at Home Home Schedule Schedule DSAHS Learning Models/Scenarios: All Models & Scenarios maintain the same curriculum and include accommodations/services for special populations 9 1 P a g e REOPENING GUIDELINES -FALL 2020 Topic Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person Pre -Arrival Student pre -arrival screenings should be conducted at home every morning to ensure student is healthy to attend school. To aid in mitigating the spread of the virus, social distancing will be enforced to ensure a minimum of 6 feet between individuals while on campus • Wearing appropriate face coverings is required for students and staff while on campus • Staff will be position in front of the school to ensure social distancing, crowd dispersal, and to guide students toward the appropriate entrance (students wanting a Grab and Go breakfast will enter through the cafeteria while all others will enter through the main entrance). • Parents will be encouraged to drop off their student at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the day to avoid a large influx of students at one time. • Supervised temperature checks will be conducted at every point of entry for all students, staff, and visitors (face mask required when entering school property) — see Temperature Checks section for more information • Upon entry into the building, students will report directly to their 1" block classroom. Arrival & Dismissal • The Health Screening Questionnaire will be given to/collected from all adults upon arrival. • Teachers will have classroom doors open to receive students 20 minutes prior to start time. • To minimize the number of students who are in the halls and out in front of the building at one time, DSAHS will utilize a silent dismissal process where students will be dismissed from classes by name in the following order (staff will be placed in the hallways and in front of the building to monitor appropriate social distancing): 1) Students who ride the bus (they will be called down in groups of 10), and 2) Students who get picked up by car will be called down once their parent arrives. 3) Students who walk/skateboard/ride a bike home will be dismissed from class in groups of 10 10 1 Page Fully Mobile Flexible FM In -Person • "Official" attendance will be taken during the first 10 minutes of 1" block and input into both PS and DSIS on a daily basis. • Formal/Class attendance will be taken in each class and input in PS (mobile attendance will be taken via presence during synchronous lessons or asynchronous assignment submission) Attendance Students will either be marked Present, Absent, or Tardy in alignment with our current attendance policy • Teachers will maintain a Parent Contact Log documenting communication regarding their students who: 1) are struggling academically, or 2) have a total of five (5) or more absences (both excused/unexcused) within a 9-week period. • DSAHS will follow most updated staff COVID attendance procedures from Human Resources. • Signage and posters that support healthy hygiene and promote social distancing will be placed strategically and appropriately around the building (hallways, classrooms, bathrooms, main office, cafeteria, etc.) • Classrooms will be sanitized at the end of each day • Non -essential furniture will be removed from each classroom to maximize social distancing • In every classroom, the student capacity with social distancing will be based on the school's layout and the square footage of the room. • All student desks will face in one direction and will be placed an appropriate distance apart Classrooms to ensure social distancing as per CDC guidelines. • All individuals must wear a face mask and exercise social distancing at all times (until further notice) • Each classroom will have a PPE Kit containing extra face masks and gloves • Each classroom will have a basic first aid kit to reduce movement to/from the clinic when non -sick students need band -aids, etc. (ice packs may be sent up to the classroom upon request). • Materials and/or equipment will not be shared by individuals 111 Page Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person • The entire school building will be deep cleaned and disinfected during the evenings twice a week using an Electrostatic Sprayer. • All high -traffic areas (i.e. stairwells, bathrooms, Main Office, etc.) will be disinfected three times a day. • Classrooms, bathrooms, cafeteria, clinic annex, and the Main Office will be cleaned and sanitized at the end of each day. • Hand Sanitizing Stations will be installed in all classrooms and high -traffic areas. Cleaning and • All drinking fountains will be turned off while bottle filling stations will remain operational. Sanitization • Classroom phones will be used solely by the teacher assigned to that room. • Existing inventory of enhanced cleaning products, germicidal detergents, disinfectant wipes, hand sanitizer, gloves, and disposable surgical masks has been increased. • Hand sanitizer will be available immediately upon entering the building. • Hand Sanitizing Stations will be placed at all building entrance doors. • Training will be provided to all staff, families, and students to ensure proper safety/cleaning/hygiene practices for all • Handwashing guidelines will be posted in every bathroom. • A separate classroom -sized Clinic Annex will be available for temporarily housing students showing symptoms to eliminate potential exposure to others • Students will wear masks and maintain 6 feet of social distance as per guidelines • A log will be maintained reflecting the names, date, and entry/exit times of all students Clinic Annex and adults who enter the Clinic Annex for contact tracing purposes • The Clinic Annex will be cleaned and sanitized daily. • Contact tracing will begin following a positive COVID-19 test by a student or employee or an employee who has come into contact with an individual testing positive for COVID-19. 12 1 Page Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person • Staff is required to notify the administration if he/she tests positive for COVID-19. • After positive test results are confirmed, the DSAHS administration will follow all HR policies of CSUSA. • Families of DSAHS students are required to notify the school administration when a student or household member tests positive for COVID-19. After positive test results are confirmed, the student must provide either negative test COVID Positive results or quarantine for at least 10 school days before returning to school. Test Results • Students who test positive or are self -quarantining will shift to mobile learning during their time at home, pending health conditions. • If DSAHS has a positive COVID-19 case, the Electrostatic sprayer and other appropriate cleaning supplies will be reallocated to deep clean the areas with which that staff member/student came in contact. • Our Area Director and City Manager will be contacted immediately if any staff member, student, or on -campus visitor reports positive test results • DSAHS will continue to follow normal disciplinary procedures as per the M-DCPS Code of Student Conduct in all models. • If the offense/behavior is categorized as a Level 3 or above in the Code of Student Conduct, the student will be suspended (entered into DSIS) and synchronous instruction will not be provided for the determined amount of time. • If the disruptive/inappropriate behavior continues, the Administration may switch the Discipline student's learning model due to behavioral concerns. • To ensure disciplinary measures do not harm the suspended student academically, opportunities for students to make up worked missed during suspensions will be provided. • Students who do not comply with our online etiquette during Teams sessions will not be permitted to remain in the online session. The student will be assigned asynchronous content instead (i.e. cameras must be on, name must be accurate, and behavior must be respectful and appropriate in nature). 13 1 Page Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person • Upon review of the fall 2020 NWEA data, if academic regression has occurred as a result of 41" Quarter Mobile Learning, we will convene an ELL Committee Meeting to determine if additional services and/or supports may be warranted to close academic gaps. • Analysis of Spring ACCESS for ELLS data will be used for placement decisions and to plan meaningful, differentiated ESOL instruction and support English Language • ALL ELL guidelines and procedures (i.e. utilizing the Home Language Survey) related to registration and identification of ELL Learners (ELLs) students will continue to be followed. • All required ESOL-specific courses will continue to be offered in all three Fall Learning Models • Services will be extended for students who were receiving ESOL Services prior to the COVID-19 School Closure period pending re-evaluation and extension meetings being held. • Support in the form instructional strategies and supplemental resources will be provided to all content teachers with ELL students. 14 1 Page Topic Fully Mobile ME Flexible In -Person • All Individual Educational Plans (IEP), Educational Plans (EP), 504 meetings, and psychological evaluations will be conducted virtually until it is deemed permissible to conduct in -person meetings based on CDC and Local Health Department Guidelines. • Within the first month of school, each student's progress towards IEP goals will be assessed and additional support will be provided, as appropriate. • Analysis of the fall NWEA data will be reviewed to determine possible individual student learning loss due to school closures. To mitigate the impact of the learning loss, additional supports and services (i.e. tutoring, counseling, etc.) will be considered and provided, if deemed appropriate. • Special education services, related services, and accommodations will be delivered to students in all learning models as indicated in their IEPs or 504 Plans. • Students' schedules and other pertinent information will be communicated to all contracted personnel as related to their assigned student(s). ESE and . We will encourage an in -person learning model for ESE students, when Contracted appropriate, based on CDC and local Health Department guidelines. Services • Student progress will be reviewed every 4 % weeks minimally to determine whether an alternate instructional model should be considered. • Social distancing requirements will be applied when designating a workspace for contracted ESE service providers • Cleaning supplies will be provided to all contracted ESE Service Providers who will be asked to wipe down work surfaces and their door handles after each group convenes. • ESE teachers will check -in with .ESE personnel will check -in with ESE • ESE students will be encouraged to participate their ESE Students daily and maintain a log reflecting the online students on mobile learning days and in in -person learning barring a state or local assistance provided. maintain on log reflecting the assistance health directive, to the contrary provided. 15 1 Page Fully Mobile � - M In -Person • Expectations about academic integrity in all Learning Models will be communicated to parents and students who must sign the DSAHS Code of Academic Integrity contract provided as part of the school's Opening Procedures. • CSUSA's grading philosophy will be followed, ensuring students are being provided multiple ways to demonstrate mastery. Grading & • The NWEA assessment will be administered to all students three (3) times per year (Fall, Winter, and Spring) in order to identify strengths and weaknesses relative to standards/benchmark mastery. Assessments • NWEA data will be closely monitored and flagged for retesting, as needed • Teachers will be expected to hold conversations with parents when their student's grade starts to consistently decline. A Parent Contact Log containing notes from parent conferences will be maintained by each teacher. • Interim Progress Reports will be provided to parents via email (Fully Mobile Model) or student delivery (Flexible/In-Person Models) at the mid -point of each grading period. • See Progress Monitoring section for more information • Block Schedule will be implemented this year to ensure continuity of instruction while minimizing transitions. Students will alternate between "A" days (consisting of periods 1, 2, 3, and 7) and "B" days (consisting of periods 4, 5, 6, and 7). • Students will follow the Bell Schedule to provide structure and consistency to their day and ensure appropriate instructional minutes are being met - see Appendix A for a sample student schedule. • Students will experience a blend of synchronous and asynchronous learning on a daily basis containing real-time instruction and interactions with their teachers. • A single platform for communication and content delivery will be utilized school -wide (Schoology) • Standards -based instruction will be provided in every class on a daily basis. • ESE services and accommodations will be provided as per the IEP. Instruction • We will continue to employ the CSUSA Educational Model, including data -driven instruction, targeted small groups and differentiated instruction. • Intervention opportunities will be provided to targeted students based on performance on standardized and informal classroom assessments. • Extended learning opportunities will be provided to students in the form of before/after school tutoring that can be delivered in all Learning Models. • Social Emotional Learning curriculum will be taught to students on a weekly basis. • College Readiness activities designed to create strong college application portfolios and enhance student performance on the PSAT and college entrance exams will be provided to all students on a weekly basis. 16 1 Page Fully Mobilemq= I Flexible In -Person • Teachers will input all lesson plans into Chalk. • Lesson Plans will be submitted at least one week in advance. • All lesson plans will be monitored to ensure effective instruction is taking place, available resources are being utilized, and small group instruction is occurring. Lesson Planning • Lesson Plans will be reviewed to ensure accommodations are in place for all ESE students and students with 504 plans. • The Administrative Team will provide timely and effective feedback to teachers • Teachers will ensure they have at least five (5) Emergency Substitute Plans on file in the event an emergency arises. • All students and staff must wear an appropriate mask or face coverings at all times while on campus. Mask requirements will match County or City ordinance. Masks • Face shields, as an additional safety precaution to the required masks, may be worn, as well. 17 1 Page Topic Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person • Communication with our MHAAP counselor will occur and include information regarding their students' schedules and instructional model. Mental Health Plan • The area where in -person counseling takes place will be sanitized after each session. • Social distancing will be employed in these sessions. • Regular communication will be sent to parents and students via SchoolMint, Schoology, and School Messenger. • Our school's webpage (www.aventuracharterhs.org) will be used as a platform to share information regarding the school to all stakeholders. • Social Media will be utilized as a mean to provide stakeholders with information pertinent to school operations and events. • Virtual orientations, Open House, and trainings will be provided to parents as a means to share information about the school, Parent instructional resources, and iPad/technology usage, Communication • Information about expectations, Learning Models, health/safety procedures, and academic integrity will be shared with all Parent in orientations that will take place prior to the first day of school. • Teachers will maintain a Parent Contact Log documenting communication regarding students who: 1) are struggling academically, 2) have a total of five or more absences (both excused and unexcused) within a 9-week period, or 3) are potentially failing. Topic Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person • The overall school capacity with social distancing will be determined and used as a basis for determining the numbers of students who will be permitted in rooms around the building. • A block schedule will be implemented this year to minimize transitions and traffic in the hallways. • Signage and posters will be appropriately and strategically placed around the building to support healthy hygiene and promote social distancing. • Floors will be marked with arrows and signs to identify the direction of traffic flow and social distancing requirements. • Each stairwell will be identified for single direction traffic flow (one is for up; the other is for down). Physical Space • Hand Sanitizing Stations will be present at the entry doors to the building, in the Main Office, in high -traffic areas, and in every classroom. • Non -essential furniture will be removed from classrooms to maximize social distancing. • Protective barriers will be used in the Main Office to separate staff from people conducting business at the counter. • The cafeteria and gymnasium (where students will eat lunch) will be set up to align with social distancing guidelines. Grab -and -Go lines will be marked to ensure appropriate distancing. • Only two individuals will be allowed in the elevator and any restroom at one time. • All drinking fountains will be turned off, while bottle filling stations will remain operational. • Schoology will be utilized as the main instructional and management platform schoolwide. • Ongoing teacher PD will be provided on Schoology, NearPod, and other instructional devices (owl cameras). • Teachers will receive ongoing professional development on the effective utilization of Microsoft Teams as a means to Platforms provide live, online direct instruction to students. • Professional development will be provided to students and parents on Schoology • Teachers will be trained on how to effectively teach students about digital citizenship. • Schoology will provide links to synchronous lessons (in Teams) and asynchronous playlists for weekly learning, model lessons, and pre-recorded videos. 19 1 Page Topic Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person • Regardless of the Learning Model, we will continue to meet statutory and graduation requirements for physical education. • Regardless of the Learning Model, students will complete an online Health course via Edgenuity to fulfill the State's graduation requirements for Health and online course completion. • The sharing of PE equipment is prohibited until it is deemed appropriate by CDC, state, and Physical Education local Health Department guidelines. • All physical education activities will be centered around individual/personal fitness. • Activities involving physical contact are prohibited until it is deemed appropriate by CDC, state, and local Health Department guidelines. • Physical Education teachers will monitor their students to ensure appropriate social distancing takes place in all activities (both inside and outside). • We will continue to hold collaborative PI -Cs to ensure GVC within a subject area and across the curriculum. • Opportunities for collaborative planning will be provided. PI -Cs. Data chats will continue to take place identifying targeted small groups based on benchmarks needing remediation. • Utilize Schoology PI -Cs to share resources, best practices, and model lessons between CSUSA schools in Florida. 20 1 Page Topic Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person • Extensive and ongoing school -site professional development (PD) will be provided to teachers regarding innovative online learning platforms and instructional strategies relative to the learning model in which they are teaching. • During NTI and RTO, self -paced professional development trainings for teachers will be provided by the CSUSA State team on the effective utilization and implementation of Schoology. • School -site PD will be provided to teachers to ensure a smooth transition from solely using the Fully Mobile Learning Model Professional to using all three Learning Models concurrently. Development • Ongoing school -site PD will be provided on the implementation of our Social Emotional Learning curriculum (Attitude is Altitude). • Online trainings focusing on Schoology, instructional software, resources, and iPad usage will be provided to DSAHS parents and students before the first day of school. • Teachers will receive training on how to effectively teach digital citizenship. • The NWEA assessment will be administered to all students three (3) times per year (Fall, Winter, and Spring) in order to identify strengths and weaknesses relative to standards/benchmark mastery. • The Fall NWEA administration window is from August 17, 2020 — September 25, 2020. • Data will be used as the basis for targeted, standards -based lessons during differentiated, small group, and/ or individualized instruction. • DSAHS personnel will develop and adhere to the CSUSA Reading Plan based on the specific literacy needs of our students. • Intervention opportunities will be provided to targeted students based on performance on standardized and informal classroom assessments. • Extended learning opportunities will be provided to students in the form of after school tutoring that can be delivered in all Progress Learning Models. Monitoring • Assessment data will be closely monitored and flagged for retesting, as needed Retesting Look -Fors: Testing time • The Winter and Spring NWEA assessments will be administered on in - Jumps of 2 or more levels within one window person days. Increases of 7+ percentile points within one window Increases of 15+ percentile points within 2 windows 211 Page OF Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person • The administration will provide all teachers with a leveled, well -planned, and appropriate class schedule • Classes that fall under the Class size amendment are scheduled with 25 or fewer classes, except in rare instances. • All courses, including electives, will be included in the schedule regardless of the Learning Model(s) in place. • Teachers of AICE and AP courses and their students will utilize and/or access digital resources provided by Cambridge University and the College Board as a means to assist in preparing their students for success on the respective end -of -year assessments. • Teachers and staff will have supervisory posts before and after school to assist with supervision and the monitoring of social distancing and crowd dispersal. • Teachers will stand at their doors during all transitions to monitor traffic flow, social distancing, and crowd dispersal. • Administrators and non -instructional personnel will be present in the hallways during all transitions to monitor traffic flow, Roles and social distancing, and crowd dispersal. Responsibilities • Administrators and non -instructional personnel will assist individual teachers with monitoring online assessments to ensure academic integrity and performance authenticity. for Teachers and . Intervention opportunities will be provided to targeted students in all Learning Models. Staff • Following CSUSA's current HR policies, all teachers and staff will work from the building in all Learning Models. • Teachers will plan appropriate lessons involving both synchronous and asynchronous learning. • All teachers will have office hours before/after school to provide live support to students who need clarification and/or remediation. • Staff who are club sponsors will hold regularly scheduled club meetings utilizing Microsoft Teams and/or pre-recorded videos and webinars allowing access for all interested students in the Fully Mobile Learning model. Face-to-face meetings will occur exercising appropriate social distancing and safety measures once it is deemed appropriate by CDC/State/and local Health Department guidelines. • Teachers may utilize virtual field trips with their students in all Learning Models. In -person field trips may resume once it is deemed appropriate by CDC/State/and local Health Department guidelines. 22 1 Page Topic Fully Mobile11 Flexible I In -Person • Regardless of the Learning Model(s) in place, interventions will continue for all students in Tiers II and III. • Data from Winter and Spring will be analyzed to determine if additional interventions and/or supports may be warranted to assist in closing academic gaps due to regression. • Student progress will be reviewed every 4 % weeks at a minimum to determine whether an alternate instructional model should be considered • The use of school -based protocols (i.e. Data analysis from both formal and informal assessments, Data Chats, etc.) will continue to be used to assess, monitor and plan for student success at Tiers I, II and III. • Teachers will initiate the RTI process regardless of the Learning Model in place when data confirms that a student is not attaining grade level academic standards. • Bi-weekly meetings will take place to monitor the fidelity and effectiveness of the targeted interventions being utilized and to determine if other interventions need to be considered or if evaluation procedures must be initiated. • The school -wide Social Emotional Learning curriculum (AiA) will be provided as an ongoing support for all students who foster their social -emotional wellness and to create a more -connected school environment. Response to • The Attitude is Altitude curriculum will be used in establishing an environment where students feel physically and Intervention (RTI) emotionally safe. • Meetings to discuss and plan for students who require Tier II/Tier III interventions. • In -person intervention supports will occur either virtually or in -person depending upon the Learning Model(s) in place. • When in -person intervention supports are provided, social distancing and other suggested safety measures will be implemented and monitored as per CDC, state, and local Health Department guidelines. • Group size and makeup will be • The use of a mobile platform may considered when scheduling for be used to limit room -to -room mobile intervention supports. transitions. 23 1 Page Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person • Signage will be strategically placed around the exterior of the building to promote social distancing and direct students/visitors to the entrances. Signage • Signage and posters will be placed around the interior of the building (hallways, stairwells, bathrooms, cafeteria, Main Office, etc.) to support healthy hygiene and promote social distancing. • Furniture in classrooms will be placed the appropriate distance apart as per CDC, state, and local Health Department guidelines to the best extent possible. • Appropriate social distancing will be followed for all related services and targeted, small group instruction. This will be monitored by teachers and contracted service providers. Social Distancing • Social distancing guidelines will be followed in all areas of the building and campus. This will be monitored by school staff placed throughout the building during transitions, lunch, etc. • CDC, State, and Local Health Department guidelines, as well as City and County ordinances will be followed regarding the congregation of people during arrival/dismissal times, PLCs, and staff meetings. • Teachers will be trained on how to effectively present the Social Learning Curriculum (Attitude is Altitude = AiA). • The AiA curriculum will be taught in all Learning Models. • The school -wide AiA curriculum will be provided as an ongoing support for all students who foster their social -emotional Social Emotional wellness and to create a more -connected school environment. Learning Students will participate in SEL activities 2-3 times per week. • The Attitude is Altitude curriculum will be used in establishing an environment where students feel physically and emotionally safe. 24 1 Page Topic Fully Mobile Flexibl In -Person • Cashless, online • Cashless, online payment on School Bucks (schoolbucks.com) will be used for all meals as the payment in School physical exchange of money will not be permitted. Bucks • All breakfasts will be pre -packaged, Grab -and -Go meals with social distancing enforced while (school bucks.com) will students wait in line. As soon as student pick up their breakfast box, they report directly to class where they eat their breakfast in their room. be used for all meals as • When students return to the building, lunches will consist of boxed, grab -and -go meals and a la the physical exchange of carte items that may be purchased in addition to the boxed meal. While students wait in line to money wil I not be get their meal, social distancing will be strictly enforced and any crowds that form will be quickly permitted. dispersed. • Meals for students on Free or • Lunch procedures will be as follows: Reduced Lunch last year will 1) Two lunch periods will take place every day with students from each lunch reporting to one have a 30-day grace period of two designated eating areas: cafeteria — for students who are purchasing grab -and -go to complete this year's lunches and the gymnasium —for students who brought lunch from home or are not eating. paperwork. 2) Cafeteria: student desks have been strategically placed to ensure maximum capacity • Vendor payments will only be following social distancing guidelines. Gymnasium — cafeteria tables have been strategically made for meals served to placed and appropriately distanced apart on''/2 of the gym floor. Students who brought their Student Meals students while present in the lunch will sit at these tables (two students per table —with each student sitting at opposite building ends of the table. Students who are not eating will sit in the bleachers on identified spots • Car loop meal pick-up lines to ensure social distancing as per guidelines. will be made available. On 3) Non -instructional staff will be posted in key locations in the hallways to monitor traffic flow Monday afternoons, and ensure social distancing guidelines are being followed. breakfasts and lunches for 4) Classes will be called down on a staggered basis. When called, teachers will release to the the week (5 days) may be cafeteria, students who need to pick-up lunch. Students who either are not eating or picked up by parents. brought their lunch from home will then be sent to the gymnasium. 30 minutes from Student identification must arrival, specific classes will be notified and those students will report back to their be provided by the respective classroom. guardian parent/student 5) While going both to and from their lunch location, student movement in the hallways will • If a parent is unable pick be monitored by staff members to ensure social distancing and safety guidelines are being up the meals at the followed. designated time, they may • Students will share their number to the cafeteria manager for meal accountability eliminating contact the school and the use of keypads. arrange for a more • Students will not be permitted to share food at either location. convenient pick-up time on • Students will be encouraged to wash their hands before and after meals. Mondays. 25 1 Page Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person • Students will receive individual schedules reflecting appropriate placement in core classes and elective courses selected during Subject Selection in June. • A block schedule will be utilized to minimize • Regardless of the learning transitions and movement around the model in place, students will building. attend periods 1, 2, 3, and 7 . Students participating in the Flex Model will on "A" Block Days and be scheduled to report to the building two • A block schedule will be utilized to periods 4, 5, 6, and 7 on "B" days per week on either Mondays- minimize transitions and movement Block Days. Wednesdays (Group #1) or Tuesdays- around the building. • Students will "move" from Thursdays (Group #2). • Movement in the hallways will be class to class following the • Fridays will be mobile days for both groups. monitored to ensure social Student Schedules designated bell schedule for . A calendar reflecting in -person days for both distancing. continuity of instructional groups will be provided to parents, students, • The school's bell schedule will be: minutes and consistency. and teachers. 7:30 AM — 2:45 PM • All students will have access . Siblings will be placed in the same group so to the codes needed to join they are in -sync with traveling to school and their online mobile remaining at home. classrooms via Schoology. . The school's bell schedule will be: • While the entire school is 7:30 AM — 2:45 PM utilizing the Fully Mobile Learning Model, the daily bell schedule is from 8:30 AM — 3:45 PM. • Once students return to the building, the bell schedule will revert back to the current bell schedule: 7:30 AM — 2:45 PM. 26 1 Page Topic Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person • We will create and maintain a pool of daily subs to ensure • When teachers are absent, the administrative classes of absent teachers are covered. assistant will place the absent teacher's . Substitutes will be assigned an iPad in the morning which lessons/assignment(s) on Schoology that morning so will be used to take attendance in each class. Substitutes students may receive their assignment for the day. . Substitute lesson plans will be used to direct the days • Notification of a teacher's absence will be lessons/activities in each class. communicated to students and parents in advance • The administrative assistant will place the absent teacher's whenever possible. lessons on Schoology that morning so student who are accessing remote learning for are also absent that day will receive their assignment. • Parents may opt to switch models every 9 weeks. The window to switch from the in -person or flexible model to the fully mobile model will be from August 31, 2020 — Monday, September 7, 2020. Switching Models • School personnel will review student performance and make recommendations to allow parents to switch every 4.5 weeks • All students will have access to the codes needed to join their online mobile classrooms via Schoology. • iPads will be distributed to all incoming 9t" and 10th graders • A Sign-up Genius document will be sent out to the parents of all incoming 9t" and 10tn graders. Once completed, students and their parents come to school at the scheduled time to receive the iPad, case/keyboard, and charging block. Completed documentation and Tech Usage fees will be collected at that time. • Documentation regarding to whom each device is check out will be maintained by the Technology school's IT tech. • Tech support will be readily available to families via Teams, email, or phone. • For students who do not have access to the internet or have connectivity issues, families in need may contact Comcast and AT&T to gain access to $10.00 plans. Access may also be used at public hotspots through the end of the year. Social distancing and employing all recommended safety measures will be emphasized to families opting for using public hot spots. 271 Page Topic Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person • Parents will conduct an at-home health screening/temperature check each morning to determine if a student is healthy and able to attend school. • Any family that needs a thermometer will be provided one through the community support of Miami -Dade County. • Staff members will check their own temperature at home each morning and will contact the administration to request coverage, if necessary. • If a temperature is determined to be at or above 100.4 degrees, the student or staff member is to remain home to work via online, if possible. • Temperature checks will occur at each entry point for all students, staff, and visitors. Temperature Facemasks are required upon entry. Checks • All adults must have their temperature checked upon entry and complete the health screening form (mask required upon entry) • If a student is determined to have a temperature of 100.4 degrees or higher at school, they will be sent to the Clinic Annex and will remain there until their parent arrives. While there, staff will document their stay in the Clinic Annex by making note of the student's name, date, and entry/exit times in the Clinic Log. • If a staff member is determined to have a temperature of 100.4 degrees or more while at school, they will be sent home and coverage for their classes will be arranged for the remainder of the day. 281 Page Topic Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person • Parents will be made aware of the risk in utilizing bus transportation. They must sign a waiver acknowledging their awareness of the risk. • Bus drivers will wear PPE to ensure their personal safety. • Students must wear face masks while on the bus. If students come to the bus without a facemask, • Bus interiors will be fully sanitized between routes. • Deep cleanings will occur when buses report back to the depot. • Our contracted bus company is currently reviewing their own safety procedures as they relate to CDC guidelines and will communicate the specifics of their plan to us soon. • Safety features they are considering are: • If the building is closed 1) Hand Sanitizer Stations that must be utilized by students prior to entering to students, buses will the bus. If no hand sanitizer is provided, students will be encouraged to Transportation not be utilized bringtheir own to use while on the bus. 2) Plexiglass dividers 3) Safe seating protocols 4) Providing masks to students who report to the bus without a face covering. • We will encourage parents to bring their students to and from school whenever possible to minimize exposure. • Field trips will not be permitted until deemed appropriate by CDC, State, and local Health Departments guidelines. • Social distancing guidelines will be followed whenever possible. • Protocols will be implemented for bus loading and unloading (load back-to- front, unload front -to -back) • Students will be encouraged to social distance while at bus stops • No student will be left at a bus stop for any reason. If necessary, a student will be isolated in the front row. 291Page Fully Mobile Flexible In -Person • Tutoring will be available for students both before and after school. Determine tutoring groups based on standards -based 7data. Tutoring • Both in -person and mobile tutoring opportunities will be made available. • Visitors will be required to make an appointment and wear face coverings. • All visits by non -essential visitors and volunteers will be limited. • The parent volunteer hours requirement will be communicated out to all parents through various platforms. Visitors & • Social distancing and the wearing of face masks are required for all visitors. Volunteers • All visitors and/or volunteers must have their temperature checked upon entry and complete the health screening form (mask required upon entry) • Visitors will be encouraged to utilize virtual meetings, whenever possible. 30 1 Page APPENDIX A: BELL SCHEDULES —FULLY MOBILE FOR ALL AND FULLY MOBILE / FLEXIBLE / IN -PERSON CHOICES BLOCK SCHEDULE: FULLY MOBILE FOR ALL SCHEDULE In -Person Flex Fully Mobile A/B Days • Teachers take attendance at the A Day = Periods 1, 2, 3, and 7 beginning of each class period. B Day =Periods 4, 5, 6, and 7 • Students attend each period of the day with the teacher as if A Day they were in school (each period 8:30 — 9:00 — College is the same number of Readiness / SEL instructional minutes 9:00 —10:40 — Period 1 consecutively —i.e. 100-minute 10:50 —1230 — Period 2 blocks/periods). 12:30 —1:00 Lunch • Work Time is built into each 1:05 — 2:45 — Period 3 period. 2:55 — 3:45 — Period 7 • Teachers provide direct instruction accompanied by g Day asynchronous or synchronous 8:30 — 9:00 — College lessons. Readiness /SEL • Teachers are available during 9:00 —10:40 — Period 4 asynchronous student work for 10:50 —1230 — Period 5 support when needed. 12:30 —1:00 Lunch • All teachers have office hours 1:05 — 2:45 — Period 6 before/after school to provide 2:55 — 3:45 — Period 7 live support to students who need clarification and/or remediation. 311 Page BLOCK SCHEDULE: FULLY MOBILE / FLEXIBLE / IN -PERSON CHOICES OCCURRING CONCURRENTLY SCHEDULE In -Person Flex Fully Mobile A/B Days • Teachers take • Teachers take attendance at the • Teachers take attendance at the A Day = Periods 1, 2, 3, and 7 attendance at the beginning of each class period. beginning of each class period. B Day = Periods 4, 5, 6, and 7 beginning of each class • Teachers and students follow the in- • Students attend each period of period. person schedule while in -person and the day with the teacher as if A Day • Students attend each the mobile schedule while mobile they were in school (each period 7:30 — 8:00 - College period of the day with is the same number of Readiness / SEL the teacher as if they • Student In -Person Days: instructional minutes 8:00 — 9:40 — Period 1 were in school (each o Teachers provide direct instruction consecutively —i.e. 100-minute 9:46 —12:03 — Period 2 period is the same accompanied by synchronous and blocks/periods). (includes two lunches) number of instructional asynchronous lessons. • Work Time is built into each 12:09 —1:49 — Period 3 minutes consecutively — o Teacher focuses on small -group period. 1:55 — 2:45 — Period 7 i.e. 100-minute targeted instruction • Teachers provide direct blocks/periods). o Teacher reviews work with students instruction along with B Day • Teachers provide direct and provides support on asynchronous or synchronous 7:30 — 8:00 - College instruction along with asynchronous work lessons. Readiness / SEL asynchronous or • Teachers are available during 8:00 — 9:40 — Period 4 synchronous lessons. • Student Mobile Days: asynchronous student work for 9:46 —12:03 — Period 5 • Students work o Flipped learning where students support when needed. (includes two lunches) asynchronously, participate in mostly asynchronous . All teachers have office hours 12:09 —1:49 — Period 6 synchronously with the learning, along with the live before/after school to provide 1:55 — 2:45 — Period 7 teacher in a small group streaming portion of the lesson live support to students who or with other students from the teacher in the classroom. need clarification and/or during work time o All teachers have office hours remediation. before/after school to provide live support to students who need clarification and/or remediation. 32 1 Page DZO-ZO nenina ACES 11 Where Excellence Is The Expectation Not the Exception VIM - So AV ACES 2020-2021 Reopening Plans ACES Core Beliefs ACES Vision Statement: To join with our community to become the premier charter school in the nation, where academic excellence coexists with the promotion of innovation and exploration grounded in an atmosphere of social responsibility. ACES Mission Statement: ACES' mission is to develop future leaders by providing a world -class education with an unwavering commitment to the Whole Child, and an unyielding dedication to Student Success! At ACES, excellence is the expectation, not the exception! • The Premier Charter School in the Nation - ACES will consistently earn awards and designations. Leaders and educators will visit and collaborate with ACES in their pursuit of educational excellence. • Academic Excellence - Instruction will be standards -aligned and focused on a demonstrated ability to perform, achieve, and excel in all academic pursuits. ALL students will show measurable academic growth! • Innovation - In all instances, the status quo will not define how we operate. Every process, procedure, or activity will be evaluated on an ongoing basis for opportunities to evolve and shift progressively forward. • Exploration - Students will be exposed to new interests, topics, and ideas while being provided opportunities for choice and voice. Throughout their educational experience, students will be guided in developing their interests and skills. • Social Responsibility - ACES will develop in each student an understanding of and responsibility for making positive personal and social choices, while encouraging and facilitating ongoing community service. • Future Leaders - Our students will leave ACES with a foundation that prepares them to bring about positive change in their community and beyond. • Whole Child - At all times students will be recognized as a multidimensional individual. All areas of a child's development will be continuously nurtured. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 2 Table of Contents ACES Core Beliefs 2 Innovative Learning Models 5 In -Person Learning Model Overview 6 Mobile Learning Model Overview 7 Flexible Learning Model Overview 8 Potential Scenarios and Associated Models 9 General Mitigation Strategies 10 2020-2021 Planning Process 11 On -Campus Covid-19 Protocols 12 Promoting Behaviors that Reduce Spread 13 Temperature Checks 13 Stay at Home Policies 14 Physical Distancing 14 Facial Coverings 14 Hand Washing Hygiene 15 Identified COVID-19 Signs or Symptoms While On -Campus 15 Students Becoming Sick or Displaying Symptoms While at School 15 Staff Becoming Sick While at School 15 Confirmed Covid-19 Case On -Campus 16 Maintaining Healthy Environments 16 Cleaning and Disinfection 16 Daily On -Campus Medical Staffing 17 Primary and Backup Clinic Annexes 17 Primary Clinic Annex 17 Backup Clinic Annex 17 School Operations & Movement 18 Signage 18 Arrival 18 Restrooms 18 Playground, Recess, Physical Education (PE) 19 Dismissal 19 Buses 19 Aftercare 19 Gatherings, Field Trips, Sports, Visitors 19 Substitute Teachers 20 Hired Daily Substitutes 20 School Professionals (On -Demand Substitute Service) 20 YMCA 20 Shared Spaces: Classrooms and Offices 20 Classrooms 20 Classroom Operation 20 ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 3 Shared Objects 20 Physical Barriers and Partitions in the Classroom 21 Outdoor Learning Spaces 21 Community Recreation Center & Aventura Arts and Cultural Center 21 Staff Offices & Shared Spaces 22 Staff Workrooms 22 Staff Lounge 22 2020-21 General School Operations 23 Daily Academic Schedules 23 Elementary Schedule - 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 23 (Full Schedule is Linked Here - Grade level details are on each tab) 23 Middle School Schedule - 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM 24 Middle School Monday -Thursday Block Schedule 24 Middle School Friday Six Period Day During Mobile Learning 25 Grading & Assessments 26 Progress Monitoring 26 Discipline and Classroom Management 26 Zoom Etiquette and Expectations 27 Attendance 28 Student Attendance 28 Staff Attendance 28 Uniforms 28 Student Meals 29 If Campus is Closed 29 If Campus is Open 29 Communication 30 Communication: Administration and Families 30 When we are on campus and mobile simultaneously 30 When we are fully mobile 30 Communication: Teachers and Students/Families 30 Social -Emotional Learning (SEL) 31 Student Services 31 Response to Intervention (RTI) & Task Related Intervention (TRI) 31 Exceptional Student Education (ESE) 31 English Language Learners (ELL/ESOL) 32 Counseling 32 Training & Resources 33 Parent & Student Training and Resources 33 Staff Professional Development (PD) 33 Technology 33 ACES Digital Platforms 34 ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 4 Innovative Learning Models ACES is prepared to offer 3 Learning Models to families in the Fall of 2020. Our learning models include live synchronous and asynchronous instruction with the same curriculum, accommodations, support, and resources. Whether a student is mobile or in -person instruction, they will be able to interact with teachers and peers. **In -Person and Mobile models will be a choice for families throughout the first semester, with the flexible model being added if on -campus numbers exceed our ability to accommodate physical distancing ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 5 In -Person Learning Model Overview When in -person instruction occurs, ACES will implement 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 protocolsfor more information on temperature checks, masks, social distancing, cleaning protocols, monitoring symptoms, etc. Instructional Operational Extending the reach of our best teachers 5 days per week in -person instruction Continue to follow the CSUSA Educational Model Limit student transitions Personalized learning utilizing mobile platforms CDC/local/county guidelines followed for safety and health protocols Emphasis on Social Emotional Learning (i.e. Cloud - 9 Enhanced cleaning protocols and Attitude is Altitude curriculum) Implementation of Success Block and extended Temperature checks and masks for all learning opportunities to support students with the students and staff mastery of grade -level standards Continue to exceed the state requirements for Clinic annex for symptomatic students instructional minutes Modified meal distribution for safety ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 6 Mobile Learning Model Overview Our innovative Mobile Classroom extendsthe reach of our teachers and personalizes each student's learning experience. Interactive tech nologywHI stream to remote students and deviceswill be provided based on access survey results. AttendancewiII be taken daily. We closely monitor performance to provide individualized lessons supportive of student abilities. Teacher training will be ongoingthroughoutthe school year. Instructional Operational Blend of asynchronous and synchronous 5 days per week of mobile instruction learning experiences with live teaching daily Instructional minutes are aligned to the in -person Office hours available for live teacher model support Continue to follow the CSUSA Educational 1:1 technology provided Model Personalized learning utilizing mobile platforms Mobile Tech support available as needed Emphasis on Social Emotional Learning (i.e. Google Apps for Education and Google Attitude is Altitude curriculum) Classroom will serve as the school -wide Learning Management Platform Implementation of mobile Success Block and A success coach will be assigned to each extended learning opportunities to support student for regularly scheduled check -ins students with the mastery of grade -level and support. standards Training for parents on tools, resources, academic integrity and supporting their Modified meal distribution for safety academic learning experiences ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 7 Flexible Learning Model Overview ""In -Person and Mobile models will be a choice for families throughout the first semester, with the flexible model being added if on -campus numbers exceed our ability to accommodate physical distancing MODEL:FLEXIBLE :. We are prepared for a combination of both O;ILE remote and in -school learning to accommodate MEXPERIENCE changing circumstances.This is a hybrid pq solution of in -classroom and mobile ••'•- experiences, which can take place at school or .•°'. at home. The instructional experience between o W I both deliveries will be seamless and teachers o will be provided with ongoingtmining and support. Instructional Operational Blend of asynchronous and synchronous learning Families will be empowered to have experiences with live teaching daily options Instructional minutes are aligned to the in -person Office hours available for live teacher model support Continue to follow the CSUSA Educational Model 1:1 technology provided Personalized learning utilizing mobile platforms Mobile Tech support available as needed Emphasis on Social Emotional Learning (i.e. Attitude is Google Apps for Education and Google Classroom will serve as the school -wide Altitude curriculum) Learning Management Platform Implementation of mobile Success Block and extended learning opportunities to support students with the Enhanced cleaning protocols mastery of grade -level standards Training for parents on tools, resources, academic Clinic annex for symptomatic students integrity and supporting their academic learning experiences ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 8 Potential Scenarios and Associated Models Understanding that this year may require the entire school or portions of the school to pivot from one scenario to another, ACES has planned for appropriate models for each potential scenario. The image below provides a graphic representation of the three identified potential scenarios and associated models for each. Following CDC & DOH Guidelines 1**All models\ & scenaros will maintain the same curriculum and will include special population \ services. / On - Campus Following CDC & DOH Guidelines �tcpM' O)V f 14 0 ��Ct -+r ACI5 Flexible% Schedule Mobile w Fixed Schedule Mobile Flexible 0 Schedule Mobile Fixed Schedule Mobile i "State & Local decision making may alter these plans at any time. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 9 General Mitigation Strategies The following general guidance is being implemented for every ACES student and staff member throughout the re -opening process. More detailed information on each of these items is present in the respective section of this document. To ensure thoroughness and consistency, In many instances, the guidance is repeated in multiple sections. • Practice social distancing, as the virus is most transmissible indoors under close, sustained contact. If you are around others, try to maintain 6 feet of separation. • Avoid hugs, handshakes, large gatherings, and close quarters. • ACES will continually develop, implement, and revisit policies and procedures to train staff and educate students and families on personal hygiene expectations. o including increased frequency of handwashing, the use of hand sanitizers with at least 60% alcohol, and clear instruction to avoid touching hands to face. • Hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, soap, and water, or similar disinfectant will be readily available to all students and staff on campus. • Required facial coverings or other personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times on campus. • Cohorting will be used to the further extent possible. • Each classroom will have a first aid kit and back-up PPE. • The City of Aventura Facilities Department will deep clean/disinfect regularly when school is not in session and will disinfect high -touch, high -traffic surface areas frequently throughout the school day. o Electro-Static Deep Cleaning is scheduled to occur once per week • Staff Members will take their temperature each day using a wall -mounted touch -free thermometer that provides a reading on a screen visible to office staff. • Families will receive ongoing education on the importance of symptom screening and will be asked to take a temperature each day before a student is sent to school. • Any staff member or student that feels sick is required to stay home and on -going monitoring of students and staff for COVID- 19 symptoms will occur. • Visitor entry will be limited to essential business only and will require temperature screening and a health questionnaire within the ConciergePad health and security app. • Continual evaluation of the Department of Health, Center for Disease Control, Charter Schools USA, and Miami -Dade County Public Schools guidance. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 10 2020-2021 Planning Process Throughout the planning process, the leadership team, composed of administration, academic coaches, office leadership, and teachers worked diligently to identify the key areas of focus for reopening. In this planning process, several key areas of focus were identified. The categories below are being consistently applied to all planning being done for the 2020-2021 school year. • CDC and DOH guidelines • Student/Family Health and Safety • Staff Health and Safety • School Security • Health Monitoring • Mental Health/Social-Emotional Wellbeing • Scheduling • Operations (Busing & Lunch) • Staffing • Curriculum and Instruction • Movement/Transitions • Family Concerns • Staff Concerns • Sanitation • Supplies • Extracurricular Activities • Technology Needs In an effort to bring more voices into the planning process, the Innovative Planning Template linked here was designed to leverage the collection of talent and experience among staff and parents to identify innovative solutions for the 2020-2021 school year. This template was built based on a more in-depth planning experience conducted with the ACES leadership team beginning in March. With an ever -evolving situation, along with shifting guidelines and mandates, ideas collected in these templates have proved to be useful in identifying new policies, protocols, and procedures and will be referenced throughout the 2020-2021 school year. Every parent and staff member was afforded an opportunity to add their voice. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 11 On -Campus Covid-19 Protocols At all times, it is expected that no person will enter the ACES campus presenting symptoms associated with COVID-19. This will take a community effort which will be supported by screenings, vigilance, and on -going education for families, staff, and students. Any suspected or confirmed case must be shared with Mr. Tyrkala or a direct -supervisor and will be handled as a top priority. Anyone with direct knowledge must adhere to all applicable privacy laws and policies. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 12 Promoting Behaviors that Reduce Spread Temperature Checks • Families will check student temperatures before leaving for school. o Any family that needs a thermometer will be provided one. • Though they will also take their temperature on campus, staff will check their own temperatures before leaving their home and will call their assigned administrator or Mr. Tyrkala to request coverage if necessary. o If the temperature is at or above 100.4 degrees, students and staff are to remain home to work via online if possible • Staff Members and any visitors that enter campus will take their temperature each day using a wall -mounted touch -free thermometer that provides a reading on a screen visible to office staff. • If a student or staff member feels unwell at school, a temperature check will occur. o If a temperature read is at or above 100.4 degrees, the student or staff member must go home. Know the symptoms of COVID-19, which can include the following: Cough Sore throat Fever Muscle pain Chills Shortness of breath New loss of A6L CdC.goV/CorC►ndVlrus or difficulty breathing or smell ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 13 Stay at Home Policies Staff and students must remain at home or will be sent home if they: • Have a cough, fever of 100.4 degrees or higher, or shortness of breath or other symptoms of COVID-19 • Recently had close contact with a person that has tested positive for COVID-19 • Are awaiting test results for COVID-19 • Have been diagnosed with COVID-19 Physical Distancing • ACES employees, students, and visitors will maintain 6 feet of physical distancing to the greatest extent possible. • Physical contact with others will be avoided (no hugs, handshakes, high -fives, etc.) • Students in classrooms will sit at least 4 feet apart and will not face one another unless a partition is available for their table or desk. • Traffic Flow: • Floors in the school building will be marked with arrows and labels to identify the walking direction and social distancing requirements. • Each stairwell will be identified for single direction traffic flow. • Meetings/Gatherings • Non-essential/informal meetings and visitors will be prohibited. • Formal meetings will be encouraged to occur via Zoom. • Necessary in -person meetings will occur in a well -ventilated room with enough space to ensure physical distancing. ■ When smaller, formal meetings are necessary a partition will be used between participants. Facial Coverings Students and Staff will wear a mask or facial covering at all times on campus. Teachers will have the discretion to allow for the removal of facial coverings when over 6 feet of physical distance is guaranteed and: • Students are outside • Students are in a self-contained cohort • Students are eating lunch • Engaged in physical activity (personal fitness) REUSABLE CLOTH MASK with Filter Insert ESTABLISHED 2803 ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 14 Any person exhibiting symptoms will wear a mask & face shield in the clinic annex until leaving campus. Hand Washing Hygiene • Handwashing with soap for at least 20 seconds will be recommended k ¢ and encouraged before class, after restroom use, before eating food, and after lunchtime. ¢ • Hand sanitizer will be provided in various areas in the school, to include at each classroom door, in classrooms, in office areas, and in portable sanitizer stations at all entrances, and in all halls. seconds Identified COVID-19 Signs or Symptoms While On -Campus Students Becoming Sick or Displaying Symptoms While at School • Students who have a fever of more than 100.4 degrees or show symptoms of COVID-19 while in school will be placed in the primary or backup clinic annex until a designated family member may pick them up from school. o A guardian on the emergency contact needs to pick up the student as soon as possible. • While waiting, they will be under a tent outside with a staff member. o Both will be wearing masks and face shields and spaced at least six feet apart • Once the parent has shown identification they will be instructed to pick the student up from the gate between the Elementary School and the Gym and an administrator will open the gate for dismissal. Staff Becoming Sick While at School While staff members will be screened for symptoms daily, including a temperature check, there may be a situation in which symptoms develop during the school day. In this situation it is imperative that they inform their direct supervisor or administration immediately and the following steps will be taken: • Staff members who show symptoms of COVID-19 must leave the campus immediately • Students will be moved to a previously vacant room with a substitute teacher. • The original classroom will be sanitized immediately. • Further guidance will besought from CSUSA and MDCPS. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 15 Confirmed Covid-19 Case On -Campus MDCPS and local DOH officials will guide processes for positive cases. • All on -campus positive cases must be reported to MDCPS using Form 7526, submitted to Dr. Dwight Bernard. • Brenda Wilder at MDCPS will be contacted to review the specifics of the case and she will provide direction based on the Department of Health guidelines. • ACES will Immediately contact City Manager, Ron Wasson, and Area Director, Rachel Windler-Freitag, if any staff member, student or visitor reports positive test results • If a student tests positive they will immediately shift to mobile learning during quarantine if able. • If a staff member tests positive they will immediately shift to mobile work during quarantine if able. Maintaining Healthy Environments Cleaning and Disinfection • A Clorox Total 360 Electrostatic Sprayer will be used weekly and on an as needed to disinfect all surfaces in the entire building. • Students will be provided a wipe to sanitize their own desks before and after lunch during the school day. • Staff will sanitize shared equipment such as screens, keyboards, phones, vending machines, and copy machines before and after use. • Staff will complete doorknob sanitation at the end of each class period. • Classroom phones will be for staff use only • Phones in the office areas will not be available for student use unless an immediate emergency occurs within the school building. • Custodial staff will routinely clean highly touched surfaces throughout the day and in the evenings. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 16 Daily On -Campus Medical Staffing • A dedicated medical professional (Medical Assistant or Licenced Practical Nurse) will be on -campus each day in a full-time capacity (when students are on campus). o Contracted through School Professionals, who served as ACES' emergency substituted provider in 2019-2020. • Full medical PPE will be available and provided by ACES as needed to ensure that on -going exposure does not lead to increased spread. o Should the medical professional become ill or need to quarantine, another medical professional will be available to ACES temporarily. • An ACES handheld radio will be assigned to the medical professional with a dedicated radio call -number. • The medical professional will be responsible for: o Checking suspected or reported symptoms o Isolating students in a clinic annex o Providing education materials and training (via Zoom) to students, staff, and families. • ACES staff will be responsible for calling parents and communicating decisions based on the medical professional's findings. • The medical professional will have a mobile cart with all necessary PPE along with first -aid and basic medical equipment, stocked in consultation with the medical professional. Primary and Backup Clinic Annexes Primary Clinic Annex o An outdoor tent will be set-up between the elementary building and the Community Recreation Center to serve as our primary clinic annex. o At the elementary building exit, a locked cabinet will store back-up PPE and additional first -aid and basic medical equipment. o Facilities staff will thoroughly clean the annex regularly and after each use. Backup Clinic Annex o Room 4119 will serve as our Backup Clinic Annex. ■ This is a self-contained room that has direct access to the school exit and is located in close proximity to the Primary Clinic Annex ■ Typically this room is used for individual counseling. o Facilities staff will thoroughly clean the annex regularly and after each use. ■ A deep cleaning will occur anytime this room is used as a clinic annex, and it will not be used for non -clinic purposes for at least 48 hours after a potentially sick student or staff member is in the room. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 17 School Operations & Movement Signage • Signs will be placed throughout the building to promote social distancing and to lead towards entries. • Floor and wall decals will be used to provide visual representations and guides of appropriate physical distancing. • Healthy habits signs will promote handwashing, physical distancing, symptom screening, and disinfecting around campus. • The Clinic Annex areas will be clearly marked to limit the number of individuals that enter the area. Arrival • Parent volunteers will be requested to support exterior procedures such as opening car doors, guiding students towards the entrance, and general crowd dispersal. • Parents will be encouraged to bring their children after 8:00 AM. Teachers will be in their rooms ready to receive students at 8:00 AM. Students that arrive prior to 8:00 AM will go to the following areas to sit in marked, physically distanced areas until a controlled dismissal occurs: o K-2 - Elementary Cafeteria 0 3-5 - Gym 0 6th - Media Center 0 7th & 8th - Middle School Cafeteria Consolidation of locations will occur based on actual numbers of students arriving before 8:00 AM Restrooms • Restroom capacity will be limited to two students at a time • A staff member or screened volunteer will monitor restroom capacity and hallway behavior. • Students will have their hand stamped upon entry and the monitor will check to see that the stamp has been washed off upon exiting the restroom. • Stalls will be marked for use to ensure social distancing while in the restroom. • Students should maintain wearing a facial covering while in the restroom. • Two sinks at opposite ends will be available for handwashing. • Soap will be readily available • Handwashing guidelines will be posted at each sink. • The student will use hand sanitizer upon reentry to classroom • Markings will be used on the floor outside of the restroom outlining where to meet if needed to wait. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 18 Playground, Recess, Physical Education (PE) • For all grade levels, PE will be based around individual personal fitness. • Playground equipment (slides, jungle gym) will be off-limits until guidance says otherwise • Daily recess will be required with outdoor recess being preferred, and indoor recess being acceptable when weather or spacing requires. • YMCA will serve as a partner to develop and implement indoor and outdoor games that allow for physical distancing during recess and in the classroom. Dismissal • Busses will be called for dismissal beginning at 2:45 for K-5 and 3:25 for 6-8. • Aftercare will be called for dismissal following busses. • Walkers will be dismissed by grade level bands to be determined by the number of walking students in each grade. • ConciergePad will be used to conduct Silent Dismissal from the classroom for all students in K-8. o Parent or Staff Members will `ring the doorbell' which will be displayed on electronic boards in all classes. Buses • A1A Transportation has remained inclose contact with ACES Administration throughout the summer, and they are prepared to meet our needs. • Face coverings will be required while riding the bus. • Students not in the same household will sit one student per seat on the bus. Students living in the same household will sit two students per seat on the bus. • Families will be encouraged to drive their children to school when possible. • Busses will be outfitted with hand sanitizer to be used upon entry • Bus routes will be evaluated based on enrollment and request numbers to add additional stops and routes that support physical distancing on the bus as well as at the bus stop. Aftercare • YMCA is committed to providing after -care that meets or exceeds all ACES policies and protocols. Ongoing communication will be maintained between ACES, YMCA, and Aventura Parks and Recreation. Gatherings, Field Trips, Sports, Visitors • Parent meetings will be conducted virtually through the Zoom platform • After -school sports and field trips will not occur for at least the first nine weeks. o This will be revisited as the conditions continue to change. • Classes will pursue virtual field trips and ACES will coordinate virtual performances • Only visitors that are critically important will be permitted on campus ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 19 Substitute Teachers Hired Daily Substitutes In preparation for the flexibility needed during the 2020-2021 school year, our on -call daily substitute list has been enhanced to the greatest extent possible. School Professionals (On -Demand Substitute Service) School Professionals, an on -demand substitute service used by ACES during the 2019-2020 school year, has confirmed that they are fully staffed and ready to provide substitute services. YMCA As an emergency support plan, ACES will work with YMCA to use their staff, who have all been cleared to work with our students by MDCPS, will serve as emergency support or supervision. Shared Spaces: Classrooms and Offices Routine sanitization of shared equipment, such as copy machines, telephones, refrigerator handles, microwaves will be completed throughout the day as well as at night by Facilities staff. Classrooms Classroom Operation • Hand Sanitizer will be available at the entry of each classroom • Each classroom will have a socially distanced, designated capacity limit based on the layout, age, and size of students. o Will be identified at the entrance as well as on the school map. • Each classroom will have a first aid kit and back-up PPE. • Consistent, forward -facing seating in each classroom • Students will not share materials • Ongoing cleaning by teachers and students during the school day Shared Ubjects • Students will be prohibited from sharing items. • Teachers will be discouraged from sharing items among students and will disinfect any item before and after use if loaning is necessary. • Each 4th-8th grade student will be assigned their own device and will not share. • Each Kindergarten-3rd grade class can sign-up for technology carts to use. o Carts will not be shared during the day. o Electronic specific disinfectant wipes will be stored in each cart to be used before and after each use. • Each elementary student will have their own art supplies for class use. • Students are encouraged to bring their own water bottles. They will use the bottle filling stations located in each school building. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 20 Physical Barriers and Partitions in the Classroom • All shared tables will have a physical barrier separating students. • All rooms and offices in which the following occur will have a plexiglass barrier available: • individual counseling • Special education therapy/support • Dedicated interventions Outdoor Learning Spaces Outdoor learning spaces will be readily available and the use of outside space is recommended to the greatest extent possible. These spaces will be away from any recess or PE locations and will serve as a dedicated learning space. The outdoor learning spaces have been identified as the following three locations: Outdoor Classroom, Snyder Park, Butterfly Garden To facilitate the shared space, the following protocols will be in place for the outdoor learning spaces. • Teachers can request outdoor learning spaces using an online form. • Time will be limited to 1-hour increments with a 15-minute break between • Students are expected to maintain physical distancing Community Recreation Center & Aventura Arts and Cultural Center In collaboration with the City of Aventura Department Directors, the possibility of extending ACES learning spaces into the Community Recreation Center and Aventura Arts and Cultural Center has been explored. Internet infrastructure, staffing, and security considerations are all being finalized. As the situation dictates, to include considerations of enrollment numbers, City -operated programs, and CDC/DOH guidelines, decisions may be made to accommodate students in a physically distanced manner using these additional facilities. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 21 Staff Offices & Shared Spaces • Staff members that share an office will have a physical barrier as needed. o Movement will occur to limit the number of offices being shared among staff. • All rooms and offices in which the following occur will have a plexiglass barrier available: o individual counseling o Special education therapy/support o Dedicated interventions Staff Workrooms • Only two teachers at a time will be permitted in the staff workroom and they must have masks on. o Wipes will be left in the workroom so teachers can sanitize before and after use. o Maintain maximum physical distancing. o Physical mail will be limited throughout the school year. • Physical paper copies should be limited. When necessary, designated staff members will make copies for their assigned grade levels. Teachers must submit copy requests 48 hours in advance. Staff Lounge • One Staff member may sit at opposite ends of each table in the teacher's lounge. o A partition will be placed in the middle of each table. • Wipes will be left in the lounge so teachers can sanitize tables and anything else used. • When students are on -campus, staff members are encouraged to use the outdoor picnic space for lunch when the weather allows. • When students are mobile, staff members are encouraged to eat lunch in their rooms while joining the `Zoom staff lounge' or with maximum distance between staff members. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 22 2020-21 General School Operations Daily Academic Schedules • ACES will follow the same schedule regardless of model • Elementary students will receive daily instruction in all subject areas in a similar format to previous years. • Middle School students will have six classes on an A/B Block schedule instead of the standard seven -period schedule used in years past. • Students in the Flexible Mobile model will have the choice to join live sessions or provide evidence of watching recordings at a time convenient for families. o Any student that is not showing signs of academic growth in the flexible mobile model may be moved to the fixed mobile model. • Lunches will be eaten inside classrooms when on campus. o Cafeterias and outdoor spaces will be explored as options on an incremental basis. • Each teacher will be provided with a preparation/planning period. o During this time, teachers will be able to check and initiate correspondence, prepare lesson plans, and grade student work. • Success Block will be implemented to develop a strong connection between each student with a particular staff member and to support all student needs through guided remediation, intervention, and SEL lessons. Elementary Schedule - 8.30 AM - 3.00 PM (Full Schedule is Linked Here - Grade level details are on each tab) Kinder 8,30-9:40 MamingMeeting AttendanceMeck-ins BA5 -1-0 50 FLA 'Rti 11-M -11Ail lunch 11:45-12:55 nnathj[alenddr 1:00,1:30 Science/Social Sfudles 1,152,10 Specials 2:15.2A5 Success Block 2:50-3:00 Wran-.Jl. Thi rd 9,30. RAS Moming Meeting Attendance) Check -ins 9-50-11:00 Period IN 1id15-11:40 Specials - Period 6 11:45-12:25 Lunth 32:30-2:30 2:30.3;00 Period 8 •Rti First 8:30-aAS Morning Meeting Attendance/Check-ins 8:50-9:50 Math 9:55-10:25 Science/SS 11:00,11:40 Lunch 11:45- AS FLA Rti 155220 Snack/Wrap Up Z:ZS-3�0 Spedal5 Fourth RAID -RA5 Morning Meeting Attendance/ Check -ins 8:50 11.00 Period A 'Rt 11:05-11 45 lunch 11:50-12:25 5peclels-Period B 12 30-1�0 Success Block 1:00300 Perlad 61HR 'Rti Lunch Tintas Soocisls Success Block 11:0a11:40 RindC+ 11:0a11:40 First 11.45-12:25 Second 11A5.12:25 Third 11:05-11:45 fourth 12:1a12:50 FiFth 8:$0-9:25 Fifth 9:55-10:30 Second 11'05-11AC Third 11:50612:25 Fourth 1:35-2:10 Kinder 2:25-300 First Second 930-SAS MomingMeeting Attendance/Check-ins 8-50-9-59 Math 9:55-10:30 Specials 10:35-11-05 5[ien[e/55 11:10.11:40 11:45 12:25 Lunch 12:30 2:34 ELA 'Rti 7:35-3 00 Wrap Up/0i5missal Fifth 8,30.8,45 Mom ingMeeting Attendance/ Check, Ins 8:50.9:25 Specials • Period A 9 30 11 30 Period A 'Rti 11:40-12:10 WMss ew 12:15-12:55 Lunch i z 00 Period 6 'Rti 10:30-11:00 First 11:10-11:40 Second 11:40-12:10 Fifth 12:3061:00 Fourth 2:15-2:45 Kinder 2:30-3:00 iThird ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 23 Middle School Schedule - 8.30 AM - 3,30 PM (Full Schedule Linked Here) Middle School Monday -Thursday Block Schedule Time Subject Notes Morning Students will be on a Zoom live session with their Homeroom teacher. 8:30-8:50 meeting/SEL Attendance will be taken. SEL and Administrative content will be covered as appropriate. Live Synchronous Students will be on a Zoom live session. Students will know ahead of time 8:55-9:35 A: Period 1 M/W how to be prepared for the class as there will be discussion and Q&A about B: Period 2 T/Th the asynchronous content. Live Synchronous Students will be on a Zoom live session. Students will know ahead of time 9:40-10:20 A: Period 3 M/W how to be prepared for the class as there will be discussion and Q&A about B: Period 4 T/Th the asynchronous content. Live Synchronous Students will be on a Zoom live session. Students will know ahead of time 10:25-11:05 A: Period 5 M/W how to be prepared for the class as there will be discussion and Q&A about B: Period 6 T/Th the asynchronous content. 11:05-11:20 Break Live Asynchronous Students will complete the instructional content from their teacher. The 11:20-12:10 A: Period 1 M/W teacher may or may not request for the students to rejoin the Zoom during B: Period 2 T/Th this block of time. The teacher will be readily available for study hours and will be providing feedback. Live Asynchronous Students will complete the instructional content from their teacher. The 12:15-1:05 A: Period 3 M/W teacher may or may not request for the students to rejoin the Zoom during B: Period 4 T/Th this block of time. The teacher will be readily available for study hours and will be providing feedback. 1:05-1:40 Lunch Live Asynchronous Students will complete the instructional content from their teacher. The 1:40-2:30 A: Period 5 M/W teacher may or may not request for the students to rejoin the Zoom during B: Period 6 T/Th this block of time. The teacher will be readily available for study hours and will be providing feedback. 2:35-3:00 Success Block Students will have an assigned group for each and will log into the Zoom session. Students will complete any additional asynchronous content and will make 3:00-3:30 Office Hours sure they are prepared for class sessions the next day, scheduling or attending office hours as needed. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 24 Middle School Fri Six Period Day During Mobile Learning Time Subject Notes 8:30-8:40 Morning meeting Students will be on a Zoom live session with their Homeroom teacher. Attendance will be taken. 8:45-9:00 Period 1- Live Synchronous Students will be on a Zoom live session. Teacher will recap the week and give general feedback so students can revise. 9:05-9:20 Period 2- Live Synchronous Students will be on a Zoom live session. Teacher will recap the week and give general feedback so students can revise. 9:25-9:40 Period 3- Live Synchronous Students will be on a Zoom live session. Teacher will recap the week and give general feedback so students can revise. 9:45-10:00 Period 4- Live Synchronous Students will be on a Zoom live session. Teacher will recap the week and give general feedback so students can revise. 10:05-10:20 Period 5- Live Synchronous Students will be on a Zoom live session. Teacher will recap the week and give general feedback so students can revise. 10:25-10:40 Period 6- Live Synchronous Students will be on a Zoom live session. Teacher will recap the week and give general feedback so students can revise. 10:40-10:50 Break 10:50-1:05 Office Hours/Work Hours- Students will complete asynchronous content for all 6 Live Asynchronous classes. 1:05-1:40 Lunch 1:40-3:00 Office Hours/Work Hours- Students will complete asynchronous content for all 6 Live Asynchronous classes. 3:00-3:30 Clubs Student interest clubs will be held each Friday to promote connection, exploration, and innovation. Middle School will be on a block schedule Monday -Thursday. On Mondays & Wednesdays, students will follow A schedule, on Tuesdays & Thursdays students will follow 8 schedule. On Fridays while in Mobile Learning, students will follow a six -period schedule. When on -campus learning is an option, all students will rotate between an A and 8 schedule. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 25 Grading & Assessments • Regardless of the model, all students will use the same curriculum and will have the same expectations. Teachers will make modifications as appropriate. • Google Classroom will serve as the Learning Management Platform for all students, and grades will be entered in the DadeSchools Parent Portal. • Academic Integrity conversations and training will be ongoing with students and families o Plagiarism software will be used to evaluate student assignments. • Traditional grading scales will be used for all grade levels. • Students will have informal and formal assessments throughout the year regardless of the model. • A strong emphasis will be placed on feedback and standard mastery in all grade levels. • Alternate forms of assessments will be used consistently to provide unique ways for students to show mastery of standards. Progress Monitoring • Diagnostic Testing through i-Ready and NWEA will be administered at the beginning of the year, in the winter, and in the spring to provide vital data that will drive instructional decisions. • Teachers will conduct on -going progress monitoring and will discuss student performance in their weekly grade -level meeting • Response to Intervention Data -Chats will occur monthly for each grade level to move students through the tiers of support and intervention. • Communication with parents will be on -going related to student progress and engagement. • Progress monitoring data will be shared as required by FLDOE. Discipline and Classroom Management • ACES will continue to follow the Code of Conduct in all models. • At all times parent communication will be a vital component of any student discipline concerns. • Students who do not comply with the in -person reopening plan expectations may be moved to full-time mobile learning for a determined amount of time. • Students who do not comply with the Zoom expectations will not be permitted to remain in the Zoom session and will be assigned asynchronous content. o Students must be signed on with ACES Google Account credentials o Names must be accurate o Cameras must be on o Students must be respectful while on camera with their words and actions ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 26 Zoom Etiquette and Expectations Parents should not participate in Zoom sessions at any time. Individual conferences can be requested and coordinated by contacting the teacher as needed. t4 JA_ OAIC r 0 ACES ZOOM ETIQUETTE VE Parents should not participate in Zoom sessions at any time. Individual conferences should be requested and coordinated. BE 1 OUIET BE PREPARED PLACE p q a Find quiet lace gip, Camera is on Join meetings 5 minutes before class Check your ` ' Use headphones if P Remember to use surroundings needed l� . %.-�• your ACES Google If possible sit with a i�� Have paper and account to join! wall behind you 1� ,1, penciIjpen ready Wear your ACES No multitasking uniform :A n Mute yourself Be attentive Sit up straight when you are not speaking Be an active Be in camera view participant Do not walk with device 0 Use icons when asked: raise hand, thumbs up, etc. �J Type questions for t teacher in the chat box Speak clearly Look up when speaking Stay on topic (No side conversation) +r� Be considerate �`' Be kind Follow your teacher's guidelines ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 27 Attendance Student Attendance Attendance will be taken on a daily and per -class basis. Students will either be marked present, absent, or tardy in alignment with our current attendance policy. Weekly parent contact must be documented for all students who are failing a class or have 5 absences within a 9-week period. • Face to Face: • Students will be marked present or absent by their homeroom teacher and each subsequent class for the day within the Gradebook system. • If a student develops symptoms, they will move to mobile learning until safe to return to face to face • If someone in the classroom shows symptoms and test positive, the entire class will be notified and will move to mobile learning for at least 10 school days • Mobile Learning: • Students will have an individualized Google account with which they will log -in to their classes via Zoom. Teachers will use the reporting features of Zoom to enter attendance for Homeroom and each subsequent class in the Gradebook system. • If a student develops symptoms and tests positive for COVID-19, communication must be presented to the teacher to be marked excused Staff Attendance • Staff members will be required to work from campus whether ACES is operating fully mobile or with students on -campus. Individual exceptions will be made in conjunction with Human Resources. • If a staff member needs to take a sick day unrelated to COVID-19, they should contact Ms. Shawn to coordinate a substitute as needed. Uniforms It will be our intention to provide as much structure and normalcy as possible, therefore, Uniforms will be required for all students when attending class, even in the mobile setting_ ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 28 Student Meals If Campus is Closed In the event that the entire school is in mobile learning, A'viands will prepare and distribute meals to all families that desire one with ACES staff support. ACES will choose to deliver 5 days of meals on each Tuesday with families indicating their intention to be served by using a Google Form. o Pick-up will follow our traditional car -loop pick-up route. o Families will have a QR code to be scanned that identifies their student(s) o Meals will be handed to families or placed in the trunk of their car If Campus is Open • Students will be encouraged to bring their own lunch and to eat breakfast at home. o Parents will be encouraged to provide containers and food that is appropriate for their students to open and consume without support. • Grab & Go breakfast will be available in the elementary cafeteria with physical distancing markers and staff support. o If demand becomes too great orders will be placed the afternoon before and delivered to the classroom before students arrive. • Students desiring a lunch will place their order through their homeroom teacher, using a Google Form. o Lunch staff will deliver meals to students ■ Shelf-stable/sealed packaging/room temperature or chilled items can be delivered to the classrooms at any time ■ Hot items will be sent to classrooms in temperature -controlled bags and the temperature at delivery must be completed and confirmed to be 1400 or higher • Sharing food will be prohibited. If any student arrives without food, it will be provided, and parents will be notified. Every attempt will be made to safely provide an opportunity for a physically distanced cafeteria and/or outdoor lunch break. o In -Person enrollment and weather will drive the decision making process for any grade -level or grouped lunch options. o Tents and fans will be available to support outdoor grade level or group lunch when possible. o A gradual, cautious, and phased implementation will be used for any grade level or group lunches.. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 29 Communication Communication: Administration and Families • Remind will be used as needed for communication purposes o All families will be invited to join Remind. • Weekly newsletters will be sent by Mr. Tyrkala to staff and families for updates • If parents need to contact an administrator, they should follow the chart below: When we are on campus and mobile simultaneously ESE Services and Accommodations Ms. Griffin - kgriffin@aventuracharter.org On -campus K-5 - Ms. Melhuish: amelhuish@aventuracharter.org To resolve an issue that has already On -campus 6-8 - Mr. Paz: jpaz@aventuracharter.org been addressed with the teacher. Mobile K-5 - Ms. Campbell: jampbell-ingellis@aventuracharter.org Mobile 6-8 - Ms. Mogull: smogull@aventuracharter.org To resolve an issue that has already been addressed to the assigned teacher AND administrator OR for a Mr. Tyrkala - atyrkala@aventuracharter.org non -educational student or family need When we are fully mobile ESE Services and Accommodations Ms. Griffin - kgriffin@aventuracharter.org To resolve an issue that has already K-2 Mr. Paz: jpaz@aventuracharter.org been addressed with the teacher. 3-5 Ms. Melhuish: amelhuish@aventuracharter.org 6-8 Ms. Mogull: smogull@aventuracharter.org To resolve an issue that has already been addressed to the assigned Mr. Tyrkala - atyrkala@aventuracharter.org teacher AND administrator OR A non -educational student or family need Communication: Teachers and Students/Families • All K-8 teachers will utilize Google Classroom to post assignments and announcements o Parents should sign up for guardian summaries for each class • Teachers will request parents to sign up for a class Remind as an additional level of communication. • Teachers will use their email as an official method of communication with parents and students. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 30 Social -Emotional Learning (SEL) All students will engage in ongoing SEL through Cloud 9 and Kiwi programs that have been in use over the last 4 years. This year's focus will be on the following character traits: C,1OUJ9-;V('1 -A orrrxacteo uMar construction ,"' Student Services • Acceptance • Creativity • Confidence • Determination • Loyalty • Patience • Responsibility Let's Learn About E no -IONS • 'KIWI At all times a full array of services will be afforded to students whether their learnina takes place in -person or mobile. In -Person will be recommended for all students that do not show appropriate academic arowth. Response to Intervention (RTI) & Task Related Intervention (TRI) • All students will take diagnostic assessments in September, December, and March through iReady and NWEA for their core subjects. • Data will be reviewed at least every 4 weeks to determine targeted intervention using the Response to Intervention (RTI) framework or internal TRI program. • Students will be moved between Tier 1, 2, and 3 as appropriate to promote academic growth. • In partnership with FEV tutors, and by providing additional tutoring stipends, ACES will expand the reach of their intervention program to morning and evening hours to best meet the needs of our students and families. Exceptional Student Education (ESE) • Students with IEPs or 504 Plans who receive support and services will meet with their teacher or provider via Zoom. • Teachers will document the accommodations being used within their lesson plans. • IEP and 504 meetings will be held virtually in conjunction with MDCPS, following all established procedures and protocols. • Student Support Team (SST) meetings will be held with ACES staff and families as needed via Zoom to ensure special education, related services, and accommodations meet student's needs. • Screening, evaluation and Child Find related activities will continue in alignment with LEA guidelines • Gifted services will continue for all students with an Educational Plan (EP). ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 31 English Language Learners (ELUESOL) • Staff will be provided support in the ELLEVATION platform in collaboration with Ms. Pino. • Heritage language Dictionaries will be made available to all language learners. • Convening of ELL Committee meetings as needed to address academic regression. • ACCESS testing results will be used to determine meaningful differentiation and accommodations, which will be documented in lesson plans Counseling • ACES' full-time School Counselor, Ms. Sara McClelland, will continue to see students in person or through Zoom as appropriate. All services will be documented in accordance with all State and Federal legal requirements, and confidentiality protocols will remain in place. • Counseling and Support groups will be created to meet the needs of our students to include, but not limited divorce, middle school transition, anxiety/fear, pre -teen, family trauma, peer mentors, and new students. • Mental Health Counseling will be provided by our contracted service provider Invo-Progressus. • ACES will continue to follow a multi -tiered approach to student Mental Health and Well -Being. o Tier 1 - (All Students) ■ Participation in on -going Social -Emotional Learning through Cloud-9 and Dove Self -Esteem project. ■ Each student will have an assigned staff member who will provide support and check -in meetings during their success block. o Tier 2 - (Targeted Students Displaying Need) ■ Mental Health Team will be convened when there is any indication that a student may need additional counseling support. ■ Individual or small group counseling from ACES staff or Invo Progressus may be assigned as needed. • Parents must be part of the process if non- Tier 1 interventions are requested from Invo-Progressus. ■ Recommendation of additional topic -specific material, student groups, activities, or mentoring will be considered as an option to support student well-being. o Tier 3 - (Targeted Students With Severe Needs) ■ Mental Health and/or Threat Assessment Team will be convened to determine appropriate next steps. ■ Risk -Assessment may be conducted as appropriate. ■ Individual counseling referral to InvoProgressus • Parents informed by ACES staff of referral prior to being contacted by Invo-Progressus. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 32 Training & Resources Parent & Student Training and Resources • Parents will have access to a live and on -demand Tech Help Desk beginning August 20. • Live and on -demand training will be available on platforms, protocols, policies, and procedures for all ACES parents and students. • Teachers will develop grade -level specific communication for parents related to their unique protocols and processes. • Kindergarten and new students to ACES will be invited to campus in small groups along with their parents to meet their teacher, and tour our campus. Staff Professional Development (PD) ACES staff participated in on -going virtual PD throughout the summer, including Zoom, Kami, Nearpod, and Everfi. Most staff will be Google Certified Educators by September, with a goal of 100% by December. Staff have ongoing access to a library of asynchronous tutorials of the many digital platforms available, to include all new staff who have been receiving direct support. Technology • Teachers are able to sign -out a laptop for use throughout the school year. • Any family that needs a device will be assigned a Chromebook after signing a waiver. • All borrowed devices are tracked by Serial Number and Model Number. • A small number of families have indicated a need for high-speed internet. Local provider support or hotspot leases will be given to achieve 100% connectivity for ACES Families. ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 33 ACES Digital Platforms 11 G Suite FIIPGRl0.� G Suite for Education includes all the main apps in Google: Gmail, Docs, Slides, Sheets, Farms, Drawing, Classroom. Students and teachers use G Suite as the primary hub for communication and collaboration. It can be accessed anytime, anywhere. and from any device_ Remind is the school -wide communicatlon platform. The app allows all stakeholders (parents, students. and teachers) to recelve important messages and resources. Nearpod is an instructional platform that merges formative assessment and dynamic media for collaborative leaming experiences_ The platform integrates with Zoom and can be used synchronously or modules can be assigned asynchronous through student -paced mode. Teachers are able to collect data from each lesson on their students' understanding of the topic. Flipgrid is a social learning platform. Teachers are able to post questions that students respond to through video. creating an online video dIscusslon board, Student videos are housed securely in the teacher's "grld" that is accessed only by logging in with the school domain email. C) zoom 1�r padlet Google Classroom is used by all ACES students from K-8. Teachers leverage Classroom to create classes, distribute assignments, assess and provide feedback on student work. Classroom can also provide parents/guardians a summary of a student's work from each class either daily or weekly. Zoom is a video communications platform that Is used schoolwide to provide a LIVE (synchronous) learning environment, and increase student participation and learning retention in virtual and hybrid classroom scenarios. It is also the main platform for all virtual meetings,conferences, and trainiNs. Padlet is an online virtual "bulletin" hoard, where students and teachers can collaborate, reflect, share links and j*.4ures, in a seoure location. Screencastify is an application that integrates with G Suite for Education to allow users to capture their screens and create videos_ Teachers use the platform to provide students with created content videos. Students use the platform to demonstrate their understanding through video presentations and explanations_ ""Given the fluid nature of our current situation, Future guidance and practical experience will lead to changes and alterations to all policies and procedures. (LAST UPDATED 81212020) 34 in /gimol bentes f /gimol serfaty n /gimolbentes HELLO, I'M O CONTACT ® gbentes@gmail.com ® +1 (786) 395-1639 Q 19900 E Country Club Dr, Apt. 806 Aventura, FL 33180 ® LANGUAGES BILINGUAL SPANISH NATIVE. Born in Caracas, Venezuela ENGLISH FLUENT. +16 years living In the US * KEY CHARACTERISTICS RESULT -ORIENTED PROBLEM SOLVER CREATIVE SELF -MOTIVATED TEAM PLAYER ANALYTICAL & INTUITIVE ETHICAL PASSIONATE ® VOLUNTEER WORK BEVERLY VISTA MIDDLE SCHOOL. 2018-2020 PTA VP of Communications Newsletters, Social Media, Web PTA Annual Fund Marketing Campaign & Materials PTA & BV School Image Rebranding 2018 Programs & Events Committee Member Athletics 1st Spirit Rally Co -Organizer 2019 5th/8th Grade Graduation Committee Member 2019-2020 School Spirit Wear Designer BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT. 2019 Brand Identity Transition Committee Member MARJCC. BASKETBALL & GYMNASTICS. 2015-2017 Youth Programs Committee Member Travel Team Parent Manager AVENTURA CHARTER SCHOOL. 2011-2017 Room Parent - School Liason +6 years 5th Grade Dare Graduation Event Team Member 2017 Class Activities & Event Organizer O SKILLS COMMUNICATIONS & BRANDING MARKETING STRATEGY SOCIAL MEDIA & EMAIL MARKETING ADOBE DESIGN SUITE Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS MS OFFICE PowerPoint, Excel, Word GOOGLE SUITE PLATFORM 0 INTEREST & HOBBIES Aft v © V. © EE FAMILY TRAVEL ART EDUCATION MOVIES S ABOUT ME Creative and multitalented professional with more than 20 years of multicultural experience in Strategic Marketing, Branding and Graphic Design. Recognized for clear vision, dedicated leadership and contemporary design. Skilled in the development and execution of marketing strategies and building engaging brands, sponsorships alliances, promotions and events. EDUCATION BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION BACHELOR'S DEGREE. MANAGEMENT/MARKETING Universidad Metropolitana I Caracas, Venezuela. 1998 EXPERIENCE • FREELANCE Marketing & Graphic Design NORMANAID at BEVERLY HILLS HIGH SCHOOL. CA I Present Website strategy, content development and visuals. Graphic design (logos, event flyers, Beverly Buzz, PTSA Newsletter). Email marketing campaign for MonthlyAid program. Stronger Than You Think 3-day livestream event marketing campaign. BHHS Orientation & Podcast launch planning and execution BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 1 2019 BHUSD reconfiguration logo & tagline. Logo Identity portfolio study assesment. District presentation and email templates. • HR COORDINATOR & ADMINISTRATIVE ASST. STAR EDUCATION, INC. Los Angeles, CA 1 2018-2020 Non-profit. New teachers' hiring & exit process. NOVA Payroll. Afterschool/Summer programs analytics. LAUSD on -site leases. • CREATIVE & MARKETING COORDINATOR ADDISON HOUSE. Miami, FL 1 2008-2017 Led all marketing activities including Brand. Communication and Social Media Strategies. Developed full branding initiatives in support to key media outlets and trade partners according to Italian brands guidelines. Headed up strategic partnership with the Miami Heat. 0 MARKETING MANAGER & GRAPHIC DESIGN IMPORTADORA LINKO. Caracas, Venezuela 1 2005-2008 International experience featuring Asian product sourcing. Developed and launched product portafolio with + 180 skus. Project leader for new web based e-commerce. • BRAND MANAGER KRAFT FOODS VENEZUELA. Caracas 1 2001-2004 Regional roll -out of "Trakinas" (new product development). Led the expansion of new business opportunities for the cookies division in the Andean region. Directed Latin America's cross -branding partnership with Disney & Kraft. REFERENCES UPON REQUEST