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WCSD Remote Learning Guidelines
K-12 Parent PresentationSeptember 2020
The mission of the Wappingers Central School District is to empower all of our students with the competencies and confidence to challenge themselves, to pursue their passions, and to realize their potential while growing as responsible members
of their community. 1
◦ Remote learning begins September 10, 2020
◦ Teacher assignments and student schedules will be available on Parent Portal
◦ Parent University Workshops on virtual resources and applications are being scheduled and will be posted on the School Reopening Site under Parent Resources.
◦ Specific questions regarding a school, teachers, or schedules should be sent to the building principal
WCSD Remote Learning Guidelines
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� Teachers will be available during their regularly scheduled work hours(8:25-3:25) (Email the teacher your concerns or request to make an appointment)
� Google Classroom/Google Meet as instructional platform
� Synchronous learning activities are to take place during the scheduled work day.
� Teachers will share the specific times of synchronous learning with families and students prior to the start of school.
K6 Remote Learning Model
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Schedule for Full-Time Remote K-6 Synchronous Instruction(Small group and/or Whole Class May Be Scheduled)
MondayDay 1
TuesdayDay 2
WednesdayDay 3 or Day 6
ThursdayDay 4
FridayDay 5
• Reading• Writing
Phonics/Word Work
• Math• Science/Social
Studies• Special Class
• Reading• Writing
Phonics/Word Work• Math• Science/Social
Studies• Special Class
• Reading• Writing
Phonics/Word Work• Math• Science/Social
Studies• Special Class
• Reading• Writing
Phonics/Word Work• Math• Science/Social
Studies• Special Class
• Reading• Writing
Phonics/Word Work• Math• Science/Social
Studies• Special Class
K6 Remote Learning Model
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6 Subjects at a minimum of 20 minutes each of synchronous instruction = 120 minutes or 2 Hours of live instruction daily. Asynchronous activities will also be assigned each day.
Elementary K-6 Recommendations for Remote Instruction
Synchronous Instruction
Time Allotment Asynchronous Instruction
Time Allotment
Possible activities:
• Whole Class lesson• Whole Class check-in• Small group instruction• Class Discussions• Conferencing• Question/answer period• Teacher explanation of task
Minimum of 20 minutes per subject of live teacher and student interaction.
(Refer to subject/day synchronous instruction schedule.)
120 Minutes Daily
Possible activities:
• Pre-recorded videos• Posting on discussion
board• Independent assignments• Practice and review of
previously taught material
Assigned daily
Students will work independently on tasks assigned and complete prior to the assignment deadline (as needed and appropriate).
Completed at student’s pace.
K6 Remote Learning Model
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� During synchronous learning opportunities, teachers may provide either small group or whole class synchronous instruction, as appropriate.
� Synchronous instruction for each subject area
will be a minimum of 20 minutes in length per academic day.
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(Reading, Writing, Word Work, Science/Social Studies, Special Class)
K6 Remote Learning Model
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◦ Instructional experiences shall include, but not be limited to:
● meaningful and frequent interaction with an appropriately certified teacher;
● academic and other supports designed to meet the needs of the individual student and instructional content that reflects consistent academic expectations as in-person instruction.
◦ Any alternative instructional experience must include meaningful feedback on student assignments and methods of tracking student engagement.
7-12 Remote Learning Model
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Instructional experiences are not defined solely as a student’s time spent in front of a teacher or in front of a screen, but time engaged in standards-based learning under the guidance and direction of a teacher.
These experiences might include, but are not limited to:
� completing online modules or tasks; � viewing instructional videos; � responding to posts or instructor questions; � engaging with other class participants in an online or phone
discussion; � conducting research; � doing projects; or meeting with an instructor face to face, via an
online platform or by phone.
7-12 Remote Learning Model
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� Students enrolled in grades 7 - 12 are expected to follow their individual student schedules using the period structure identified in the table below for each day of scheduled instruction. Please note that student attendance will be taken each period.◦ Teachers will provide students with synchronous instruction ranging from
10 to 25 minutes in length.
◦ The length of the synchronous learning lesson will be determined by the teacher and should be based off of the lesson for the day.
◦ It is understood that on some days, the amount of synchronous time may vary depending on the lesson.
◦ Students may log off after the teacher has completed the synchronous lesson and begin the asynchronous learning until the next period begins.
◦ Teachers may schedule a shorter whole class synchronous lesson to allow for small group synchronous learning.
7-12 Remote Learning Model(Secondary Schedules)
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Period 1 8:05 -8:30
Period 2 8:35 - 9:00
Period 3 9:05 - 9:30
Period 4 9:35 - 10:00
Period 5 10:05 - 10:30
Period 6 10:35 - 11:00
Period 7 11:05 - 11:30
Period 8 11:35 - 12:00
Period 9 12:05 - 12:30
Junior High School Schedule for Full-Time Remote Instruction
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12:30 - 1:15 Teacher Lunch Period
12:30 -2:25 Students: Students work on asynchronous learning opportunities, as assigned, to complete independent/practice work. Students can schedule time to speak/meet with the teacher or support staff to discuss work or to ask questions (1:15-2:25). Students may also participate in small group follow-up lessons as arranged by a teacher.
1:15 - 2:25 Teachers: During this time period:• Teachers will be available to speak/meet with students individually or in small groups
to answer questions. • Teachers will work on asynchronous learning opportunities for students, provide
students with feedback, participate in google discussions, etc. • Teachers may also participate in administrative scheduled meetings, team meetings, RtI
meetings, etc, as appropriate.
Junior High School Schedule for Full-Time Remote Instruction
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Period 1 8:10 -8:35
Period 2 8:40 - 9:05
Period 3 9:10 - 9:35
Period 4 9:40 - 10:05
Period 5 10:10 - 10:35
Period 6 10:40 - 11:05
Period 7 11:10 - 11:35
Period 8 11:40 - 12:05
High School Schedule for Full-Time Remote Instruction
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12:05 – 12:50 Teacher Lunch Period
12:05 -2:25 Students: Students work on asynchronous learning opportunities, as assigned, to complete independent/practice work. Students can schedule time to speak/meet with the teacher or support staff to discuss work or to ask questions (12:50-2:25). Students may also participate in small group follow-up lessons as arranged by a teacher.
12:50 - 2:25 Teachers: During this time period:• Teachers will be available to speak/meet with students individually or in small groups
to answer questions. • Teachers will work on asynchronous learning opportunities for students, provide
students with feedback, participate in google discussions, etc. • Teachers may also participate in administrative scheduled meetings, team meetings, RtI
meetings, etc, as appropriate.
High School Schedule for Full-Time Remote Instruction
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Science Laboratory Requirements
◦ the 1200-minute lab requirement can be met through hands-on laboratory experiences, virtual laboratory experiences, or a combination of virtual and hands-on laboratory experiences coupled with satisfactory lab reports for the 2020-21 school year.
◦ This laboratory requirement is in addition to the course requirement and entitles student admission to a culminating Regents Exam.
◦ The Science Department will align laboratory experiences specific to each science course; determining the mode or modes of instruction; and identifying a viable vetted list of acceptable virtual labs or a combination of virtual and hands-on labs that a student would need to complete for each science course that culminates in a Regents examination.
◦ In a virtual environment, emphasis should be placed on the quality of the experience and the satisfactory completion of each laboratory experience rather than the time spent in completing such laboratory experience.
7-12 Remote Learning Model
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Sample Pedagogical Strategies
Synchronous Asynchronous
● Conferencing with students● Guided instruction● Interactive discussions● Hands-On Lessons● Lab or science work that needs supervision● One-on One or small group instruction● Student collaboration/peer interaction● Well-being check-in● Community building● Social Emotional Learning● Formative and on-demand assessments
● Video introduction of new content● Independent practice; assessment of
proficiency● Purposeful interaction with peers● Thoughtful engagement with curriculum (i.e.,
research, journal writing, etc)● Opportunities to review previously taught
material to remediate or strengthen understanding and/or skills
G7-12 Remote Learning Model
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Special education teachers will continue to collaborate with classroom teachers to support the learning needs of students.
SC teachers are working with students to provide explicit instruction, teachers and teaching assistants will work collaboratively to provide small group instructionICT teachers are working in collaboration with their general education peers, and may work alongside them in classrooms or pull students for small group instructionResource room teachers will provide services as appropriate for students, which may include support with specific content, or focus on identified skill deficitsRelated service providers may work in collaboration with teachers, in a shared classroom, or may pull students for group or individualized instruction.
Special education teachers will be available either through a shared Google Classroom or through their own Google Classroom.
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Special Education
Parents who have questions should first contact their child’s teacher or provider. If after speaking with the teacher or provider, questions remain, parents may reach out to the Assistant Director of Special Education for your child’s school. Contact information is below.
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Special Education
School Assistant Director Contact Information
Gayhead ElementaryVan Wyck Junior High
Shayna Cruz [email protected]
Evans Elementary Sheafe Road ElementaryOut of District/Residential
Julia Montoya [email protected]
Myers Corners Elementary Wappingers Junior High
Donise Robinson [email protected]
Kinry Road Elementary Vassar Road ElementaryPrivate/Parochial/Pre-school/BOCES
Leah Raftis [email protected]
Brinckerhoff Elementary Fishkill Plains ElementaryPre-school
Lauren Broadbelt [email protected]
Oak Grove Elementary Roy C. Ketcham High School
Timothy Feron [email protected]
John Jay High School Orchard View AHS
Karen Brown [email protected]
Fishkill Elementary Karen Smith [email protected]
� The District will use regular grading practices, with modifications made, to assessments/exams assigned to students while they work remotely.
� Assessments may look different during the Remote and Hybrid Models.
K-12 Grading Practices
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Some courses may require the distribution of textbooks and other instructional materials to support remote learning.
In these specific instances, arrangements for student pick up and distribution of identified items will be made.
More information to follow.
Distribution of Textbooks/Instructional Resources
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◦ When providing synchronous learning opportunities throughout the day at all grade levels, it will be inevitable that conflicts will arise.
◦ Families/students should address any conflicts associated with synchronous learning with the classroom teacher and building principal, if necessary.
◦ Teachers/administrators will work collaboratively with the family/student to address each unique circumstance.
Handling Scheduling Conflicts Specific to Synchronous Learning
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New York State Public High School Athletic Association, Return to Interscholastic Athletics guidance document is said to be released Friday, September 4, 2020.
In addition, in order for us to move forward, the Section 1 Executive Committee will need to adopt and approve the return to play plan.
More information to follow.
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Interscholastic Athletics
District Ensemble Fall 2020 Recruitment & Continuation
Teachers will be in contact with all 4th & 5th grade students who expressed an interest or who are still interested in joining chorus (Gr.4-6) orchestra or band (Gr. 5&6) this year. There will be a rolled out fall recruitment time where families will get all of the information to join the program including instrumental needs, scheduling of lessons, rehearsals and more. Local instrumental vendors have been contacted and are working with us during our roll out.
Students enrolled in 6th -12th grade ensembles will be contacted by their teachers as well regarding the lesson schedule and how the ensembles will operate remotely . Lessons will be delivered remotely at this time. Performance opportunities and concerts will be discussed at a later date to ensure all safety protocols are met.
More information to follow soon.
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Music Department Updates
The WCSD Office of Curriculum and Instruction and the Professional Development and Technology Integration Specialists will offer online Parent University Workshops to help prepare parents for remote learning for the 2020-2021 school year.
The WCSD will be offering a series of one-hour sessions in the computer applications students will use.
The sessions are designed to provide participants with a working understanding of each application.
Parent University Workshops
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WCSD School ReOpening Website
We understand there are many questions that remain unanswered. In an effort to make it easier for our families to access resources and information we continue to update our District’s School ReOpening Website.
This website is updated on a regular basis and information is kept as current as possible. Please refer to this website as often as you need to get information including Food Distribution, Access to Technology, Updates from the Superintendent, Parent Resources, and other pertinent information.
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WCSD School ReOpening Website
Chromebook Request form available on our website
Go to www.wappingersschools.orgScroll down just below the pictures, on left hand side you will see a search boxType in ‘Chromebook’ in search field and you will see a link for the form.
Technology Support
If you have any problems or questions you can email [email protected] or you can also call 298-5000 ext 40877 between the hours of 8 am and 3:30 pm Monday through Friday.
The Wappingers Tech Team will do their best to get back to you in a timely manner.
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Technology / Technology Support
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Who Do I Call When I Need Help? For questions about Points of Contact
Classroom/Curriculum & Instruction Questions
● 1st: Classroom Teacher● 2nd: Building Administrator
Transportation Transportation Department: ● 1st: 845-298-5225● 2nd: Vivien Griffin
(Transportation Supervisor)
Technology Related Issues such as:● Chromebook Distribution● Parent Portal Access● Student Account Access
● 1st: [email protected]● 2nd: 845-298-5000 x 40877● 3rd: Arthur Schouten ( Director of
Technology)
Athletics / Extracurricular Activities ● 1st: Sports Coach / Extracurricular Advisor
● 2nd: Building Administrator
