2019-2020 VIRTUAL LEARNING PLAN ES MS HS

2019-2020 VIRTUAL LEARNING PLAN ES MS HS

HYDE LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL

BRONX, NEW YORK

HYDE LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL VIRTUAL LEARNING PLAN

HYDE'S 2020 VIRTUAL LEARNING PLAN --------------------------------?----------

What follows are Hyde's complete plans for virtual learning during the spring of 2020. Needless to say, we are continuously developing our programs and the supporting technology as we learn from our experience. During this time of "social distancing," Hyde continues to stay in touch with students and families every day. We keep daily attendance and maintain daily contact with students and families. We are proud of the fact that our virtual learning attendance is as strong as our "regular" school attendance. We see this level of student engagement as an endorsement of our teachers' virtual programs as well as a reminder of how important the school is as a stabilizing force in the social and emotional lives of our students, especially during a time of trial and uncertainty. As a K-12 college preparatory school, Hyde serves a wide spectrum of developmental stages- from four-years-olds to eighteen-years-olds, to college students and beyond. We have compiled separate plans for each division: K-3, our elementary school; 4-8, our middle school; and 9-12, our high school and post-secondary success program. Several themes unify all three virtual learning plans: character development signature programs, individualized support for students with special needs, and a blending of asynchronous and synchronous instruction. All three divisions have online tools, with grades 2nd-12th utilizing Chromebooks and Google Classroom as the main tool/ platform (many others mentioned in the documents). We continue to troubleshoot the needs of students and staff and are pleased with the degree of engagement our students are experiencing. The new formats and modes of learning available through our virtual learning programs have unleashed opportunities for students to discover their talents and interests and provide innovative ways for individualized instruction and personalized learning. While we badly miss being in the school buildings with everyone else, we are learning so much as we make adjustments, rise to new challenges, and get more and more out of our technology tools to share, to grow, and to learn.

Sincerely,

Thomas Sturtevant, Executive Director

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HYDE LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL VIRTUAL LEARNING PLAN

VIRTUAL LEARNING PLAN

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Hyde's elementary school is a place of joy and an excitement for learning. Our transition to a virtual learning program continues this focus as we offer students our inclusive program where all learners feel safe, nurtured, and challenged. Our staff will continue to embrace the uniqueness of each child as they develop their character, grow academically, and tend to their social-emotional well-being. We view the shift to virtual learning as an opportunity to engage with students in new and innovative ways.

The elementary school virtual learning plan follows an asynchronous learning model. We feel strongly that this student-centered approach to learning offers our students and families the flexibility they need during our time online. Teachers post lessons in a variety of subjects to the online classrooms and students complete those lessons at their own pace throughout the day. Teachers also schedule virtual face-to-face check-ins with students each week.

PLATFORMS FOR DAILY USE

Hyde's elementary school uses the following technology and communication systems for virtual learning:

Resource

Audience

Description and Access

School Website

All community members and the general public

Hyde's website maintains general information and provides important updates.

School Reach (SwiftK12) Email

ClassDojo

G Suite

American Reading Company

K-3 Families

Hyde's School Reach system calls, texts, and emails important announcements to all families.

School administrators, teachers, staff, and families

All school administrators, teachers, and staff are available and can be reached through email.

School administrators, teachers, staff, and families

School administrators and teachers continue to communicate with families through ClassDojo. Assignments will be posted through ClassDojo and students should submit assignments through this platform.

School Administrators, teachers, staff, and families

G Suite (including Gmail, Docs, Classroom, Hangouts) is used by teachers.

K-3 teachers and students

Teachers continue to use the American Reading Company Framework, which includes access to online resources to assess and track student progress. Students will continue to log on to the online bookshelf.

Bridges

School Subscriptions

Teachers

Teachers will continue to use the Bridges curriculum, which includes an online component to assess and track students, as well as Math apps to support student learning.

K-3 teachers and students

Hyde students continue to access online school subscriptions such as IXL, BrainPOP, Tumblebooks, Read&Write, etc.

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HYDE LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL VIRTUAL LEARNING PLAN

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (K-3) VIRTUAL LEARNING PLAN ----------------------------------------------------------------

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL VIRTUAL LEARNING EXPECTATIONS As a community of learners, Hyde's elementary school shared expectations during our virtual learning program are as follows:

STUDENTS Be responsible for your learning and know your schedule. Use ClassDojo(1st & 2nd) and Google Classroom (K & 3rd) to access assignments

and to post completed assignments. Complete a minimum of 3 activities out of 5 to receive attendance credit for the day. Attend a video or phone conference once a week to discuss targeted skills. Practice the Hyde Words and Principles. Comply with Hyde's Internet Acceptable Use Policy.

TEACHER Post the given lesson/ activity at the indicated time on the schedule. Monitor and respond to each student's post/ message within 24 hours with

encouraging feedback. Communicate and troubleshoot with students and families who are struggling with

participation. Develop ways to meet individual student needs and develop plans for further

differentiation. Conference weekly with each student through video or phone, checking in twice a

week with students who are reading at an at-risk level. Report daily attendance. Use formative and summative assessments during our virtual learning shift. Develop assessments through the support of the Academic Deans and the Director

of Academic Programs. Plan and co-plan by making adjustments to each week's lesson plan based on

teacher and student experiences from the prior week. Weekly co-planning and department meetings will occur remotely and be

scheduled by co-teachers and instructional leads. Professional development and faculty meetings will also occur remotely and will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays.

FAMILIES Establish routines and expectations for your student. Take an active role in helping your student process their learning. Define the physical space for your child's study. Check school communication sites and also communicate with the school as

needed . Communicate proactively with your teachers if you need additional support or

cannot meet deadlines. Proactively seek out and communicate with other adults at Hyde as needs arise

including counselors and the Family Education Department. Act quickly to get help from Hyde's IT team when encountering technical difficulties

at hhelpdesk@.

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HYDE LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL VIRTUAL LEARNING PLAN

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (K-3) VIRTUAL LEARNING PLAN ----------------------------------------------------------------

WEEKLY SCHEDULE Below is the weekly schedule for elementary school students:

Times 8:00 am 8:45 am 9:30 am 10:15 am 11:00 am 11:15 am 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Lessons

Post Morning Meeting Message

S: Responding to the prompt in MM T: Monitor and respond to student posts check-in with co-teacher(s)

Post 100 Book Challenge (Independent Reading Block)

S: Responding to 100 Book Challenge prompt T: Monitor and respond to student posts 1:1 Student conferencing/support

Specials Posted: Art, Music, PE, Performing Arts & Science

S: Completing art work, sending to teacher assigned T: Monitor and respond to student posts, 1:1 Student conferencing/support

Post Literacy (M, W) and Number Stories (T, Th)

S: Completing the activity T: Monitor and respond to student posts 1:1 Student conferencing/support

Movement Break

S: Completing the activity

Post Writing (M, W) and Math (T, Th)

S: Completing the activity T: Monitor and respond to student posts 1:1 Student conferencing/support

S: Completing assignments listed above, participating in Conferences T: Monitor and respond to student posts 1:1 Student conferencing/support, planning/co-planning

8:00 am 8: 45 am

Friday Schedule

Discovery Group S & T: Attending Discovery Group Meetings and Completing the Social Emotional Learning activity connected to the Hyde Five Words.

100 Book Challenge

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