We continue to plan for the following:
Monday, 11/9--restart bus runs for delivery of meals (daily) and materials (Fridays). Families can also pick up at Lotus from 8-10AM (Monday-Thursday) and 9-10AM (Friday). We'll need materials sorted alpha by bus, please. I know this is a pain, but it makes a HUGE difference for our families. THANK YOU for making this happen.
See plan linked here for student groups/safety plans.
See plan linked here for staff expectations.
*SpEd self contained classrooms resume in person learning M, T, Th, F
*PreK classrooms resume in person learning M, T, Th, F
*Targeted EL students per plan at Lotus
*Reading Recovery students resume 1:1 in person sessions as scheduled
All other groups remain full remote until we see improvements in the data. The next update will happen
relative to our potential to open more fully on 11/30. I'll continue to post data daily so there are no
surprises for anyone.
Updated dashboard data 11/8/20:
The dashboard with our most current data looks like this:
Some key thoughts:
No exceptions have been given to special education. We are charged with completing the comprehensive evaluations within the legal mandated timelines.
WHY of rating scales:
In regards to accuracy of the rating, the design of the scales includes an indicator if the data presented is at risk for being unreliable
They are not a diagnostic tool, they are indicators for areas of concern because your rating shows at risk for depression, that is not a diagnosis rather an area of concern.
The scales are used to determine areas of need and potential areas of service.’
Teachers are expected to complete all questions based on their knowledge of the student.
They are but one piece of the total picture of a student. There are multiple teachers that can fill out scales, as well as a parent component. Teacher interviews are also part of the evaluation process, these scales are not the sole data point for determining eligibility for a student.
HOW of completing rating scales:
A social worker can go through the scales with you.
There is a note section as part of the scales for you to record any additional information you would like to share.
For beginning of the year evaluations, past year teachers were asked to complete the scales, moving forward it would not be best practice to use that data. However, the BASC scales ask for input on how long you have known the student and results are valid if you know the student for 6 weeks. So, at this point, we need the input of the current teacher(s) for the ratings to be valid.
As we get ready for Parent Conferences, here are a few reminders/updates given our virtual context:
Conferences Fall 2020
A few notes:
*Conferences can be done onsite or remotely.
*Instructional support staff should partner with teachers to determine what needs/projects can be done during conference times. Please take home materials to do tasks if working remotely.
*All staff welcome to work onsite.
*Kitchen/Transportation teams follow schedules as assigned.
Questions? Please reach out. :)
Travel Guidelines
*No matter where you are, strictly follow the 3 W's:
- Wear a mask
- Wash your hands...A LOT
- Watch your space---stay 6 ft apart
Clocking In and Out
Hourly employees should clock in and out each day you are onsite. This helps us know who is in and also is used to confirm payroll. THANK YOU!
Wednesday Calendar
I'm sharing the Wednesday CTT calendar with you here. It's a work in progress, but you can check back in to see how times are added. Please note that there will almost always be a mini-lesson and then time for your teams to work.
COVID-19 SAFETY PROCEDURES
EFFECTIVE 10/26/20
Safety Protocols
*If you have any COVID-10 like symptoms at all or are not feeling well, please DO NOT come onsite.
If coming onsite:
*You must continue to self-certify using Skyward.
*All staff must enter through the main entrance at each site.
*You must sign in using the sign in sheet, mark that you self-certified, and take and record your temperature. IF YOU HAVE A FEVER ABOVE 100.4 YOU ARE ASKED TO LEAVE IMMEDIATELY AND REACH OUT TO YOUR PRINCIPAL AND HEATHER.
*Once Sharon/Marc are onsite, they will review the sign in sheet and cross check with the self-certification report. If anyone is NOT cleared or did NOT self-certify, they will meet with them to ensure they are safe to be onsite. If not, they'll refer that employee to Heather.
*If you arrive after Sharon/Marc are onsite, please will report to the Health Office to check in so we know you have self-certified. Your temperature will also be taken and recorded. Employees will know to do this because, when Sharon/Marc arrive, they will pick up the sign in log and put out a sign that says "Please come to the Health Office to check in".
When you come onsite, you can work in your classroom/workspace. Please feel free to use it as your own. I'd just ask that you work in that space as much as possible and not travel out much. You can, of course you can use the bathroom, lounge, copiers, etc. as needed. Please do not congregate in the hallways or in other spaces. We simply want to keep you safe.
If you are alone in your workspace and the door is closed, you may remove your mask. If anyone enters that space, everyone in the space MUST wear a mask and stay 6 ft apart at all times.
When you DO leave your room, I'd ask that you strictly follow the 4 W's to help keep yourself and others around you safe:
1. Wash your hands.
2. Wear your mask.
3. Watch your space.
4. Wait your turn.
If you are concerned that you have COVID-19 or have been exposed to COVID-19 and have been
or are scheduled to be onsite, please let your principal, Maddie Espinoza, and/or me know
immediately so we can partner with you for your safety and for the safety of others.
You can trust that we will keep all this information confidential, balancing staff privacy and system
safety needs.
All staff MUST wear masks AT ALL TIMES
when onsite and in public spaces.
If you are working in an office/classroom
with the door closed, you may remove your
mask. It must be worn when anyone enters
that space with you.
In addition, the steps below (from the CDC website) MUST be taken if you have been diagnosed with or
exposed to COVID-19:
Melissa Jakstas, President
Maureen DeVoss, Vice President for Certified Staff
Chris Brown, Vice President for Non-Certified Staff
Katy Gardner, Treasurer
Betty Cwiak, Secretary
Cathy Jawnyj, Region Representative
Michelle Serini, Stanton School Representative
Tiffany Tardio Weber, Lotus School Representative
TREAT YO SELF TO SELF CARE
I'm going to use the book 180 Days of Self-Care for Busy Educators by my friend Tina Boogren to
share weekly nuggets of self-care ideas
for all of us.
Week 12: Gratitude
Consider this: Gratitude can help you appreciate the good days and pull you out of negativity on days
you struggle. It can help you take a step back and refocus your attention on the positive rather than the
negative.
This week's invitation: Practice gratitude every single day.
*Monday-First thing in the morning, write down 3 things you're grateful for. Think beyond the
obvious and consider the "little things". (example: one of mine is my cup of hot coffee with a
little cream that I enjoy every morning before I work out). .
*Tuesday--Take a photo of something you're grateful for. You can share it on social medial (#gratitude),
or just keep them on your camera roll.
*Wednesday--Send a text expressing your gratitude for someone. The more specific you are in the
details, the better...the details mean the most.
*Thursday--Right before you go to bed, write down three things you're grateful for from the day. See
if you prefer morning gratitude (like Monday) or evening gratitude.
*Friday--Write a handwritten note of thanks to someone. Stick in in the mail, take a picture and text it, or
(if you can safely do it) deliver it and even read it to the recipient.
2020-21 Wednesday CTT Planning Calendar
Exploratories Flash Back Standards
Case Manager Flash Back Reflections
Link to D114 Business Office Share Folder
*check here for documents most frequently used/requested
Please let Heather know of suggestions for any documents to add to this
folder!
Blue Cross Blue Shield:
November 9--Restart bus runs for meals/materials delivery, PTA Eat Out to Help Out
November 11--District Closed in honor of Veterans Day
November 17--Board of Education Meeting--details TBD
November 19--Lotus Virtual Family Reading Night
November 23 and 24--Lotus Conferences
November 25-27-School Closed for Thanksgiving Break
ONE TEAM...ALL IN...ALWAYS!
I'm grateful for YOU. Have a great week!
Heather
