Re-Opening Schools 2020-21 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are the Coos Bay School District Schools planning to re-open in the Fall 2020-2021?
Hybrid Model of Instruction for K-3 Only: Currently we are allowed to bring K-7th Grade students back in this model. This model of instruction and is designed for students and families that would like to have in-person contact with their teachers in a traditional classroom setting in an AM/PM schedule, Monday - Thursday. It combines in-person and at-home learning. This model allows the easiest transition back to a full school day, when restrictions are lifted.
Comprehensive Distance Learning (CDL) for 8th - 12th Grade: Based on the metrics outlined by the state, we are currently unable to return all students to our buildings. Students engaging in CDL will have access to standards-based, grade level-or-beyond educational materials. They will interact in an ongoing manner with one or more teachers who skillfully guide your student’s full educational experience. Individual Education Programs (IEP) will be reviewed and developed in a manner to make them resilient to changes in instructional models and students will have access to supports including special education, counseling, and other instructional supports. Under CDL guidelines, schools will offer limited in-person instruction that is focused on skills that are difficult to teach through distance learning and based on student need (Examples: CTE courses, science labs, clubs, activities, and other student supports as needed). On December 23rd, Governor Kate Brown issued a statement giving local schools the decision power to re-open and bring additional students into the buildings. We will gradually add grade levels and watch the factors after each addition, for a two-week period, before adding more grade levels. Once we have added all the grade levels, we will continue to monitor all the factors to make sure that we are successful. If at any time we see a destabilization of our learning environment due to multiple quarantines of students and staff, or the inability to adequately trace an exposure, we will move back to Comprehensive Distance Learning.
Full-Time Online Learning (optional): This will be an optional alternative model that is designed for students and families who want to maintain their connection with Coos Bay schools but would like to be at home full-time and not return to campus beginning in the Fall. This model requires varying levels of family support at home, depending on grade level.
What's the difference between Comprehensive Distance Learning (CDL) and Online Only?
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Comprehensive Distance Learning (CDL) |
CBD9 Online (Online Only) |
Student Experience |
Students will learn through both live and recorded instruction, follow teacher direction lessons, socialize and interact with classmates, and receive individualized instruction form the teacher. |
Students will learn through a self-paced online program. |
Community |
Students will attend scheduled, live, interactive classes with staff and classmates within the virtual classroom |
Students will not meet for live classes. Work is done individually. |
Curriculum |
Students will be provided with curriculum through Accelerate (K-5) or Edgenuity (6-12) which is aligned with state standards. The courses can be created by the individual teachers. |
Students will be provided curriculum through Accelerate (K-5) or Edgenuity (6-12), which is aligned with state standards. |
Attendance |
Attendance will be taken daily. |
Attendance will be taken daily. |
Supports |
Students will be supported through scheduled online teacher office hours
Students with learning plans will receive individualized support. |
Staff support will be made available for students who need assistance or questions.
Students with learning plans will receive individualized support. |
Long Term |
Students will attend in-person instruction when state and county metrics are met |
Students will not attend in person when the state and county metrics are met. Students will be required to stay in this model until the end of the quarter before being allowed to transition to in-person learning. |
Will all students be returning full-time in the Fall 2020-2021?
- All models will provide students the opportunity to participate in extra-curricular activities as they are available.
- All models provide the opportunity to graduate from the Coos Bay School District
- Face to face small group instruction with your classroom teacher
- Social connection with peers
- 4 instructional days per week, Monday through Thursday, in an AM/PM cohort model: Times may be adjusted for transportation purposes.
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- AM cohort will attend from 8:00-11:45am
- PM cohort will attend from 1:00-3:30pm
- Disinfecting of classrooms, buildings, and buses will take place in-between cohorts
- Fridays will be used for support of families who choose fully online model and providing additional support where needed.
- Access to supports including special education, counseling, and other instructional supports
- Two meals offered each day
- Additional daily supports provided to students through online and other supplemental materials (Books, Digital, Homework)
- Comprehensive curriculum to meet the instructional needs of all grade levels K-12
- 6 - 12 will use Edgenity
- Connection and support to local teachers and staff
- Flexible learning schedules to fit your student/family
- Access to supports including special education, counseling, and other instructional supports
- District technology devices if needed
- Access to meals
What schedule will students be returning in the Fall 2020-2021?
- Days in school: Monday - Thursday
- AM Cohort times: 8:00am - 10:45am
- PM Cohort times: 12:45pm - 3:30pm
- For the times students are not in school, teachers will be provided additional daily supports provided to students through online and other supplemental materials (Books, Digital, Homework)
- Fridays will be used for support of families who choose fully online model and providing additional support where needed.
Where can I find the Coos Bay School District's Blueprints for re-opening schools in Fall 2020-2021
During in-person hybrid learning, how do I find out which schedule, AM or PM cohort, students will be placed?
AM Cohort 8:00 - 10:45am
How will will schools make meals available?
Both cohorts will be offered two meals each day. The AM cohort will be offered breakfast upon arrival and offered lunch to take home. The PM cohort will be offered lunch upon arrival and offered breakfast for the next day upon departure.
Where can I find past Superintendent updates during the pandemic?
- February 11, 2021 - Metrics update and postponed return date for 8th - 12th grade until at least Feb 22
- February 1, 2021 - Metrics update and target date for returning high school students to in person
- January 20, 2021 - Updated guidance and expanding on-site learning to 4th - 6th grade
- January 15, 2021 - Letter from Superintendent explaining the district's transition plan and "Target dates"
- January 4, 2021 - Local COVID/Superintendent Update
- December 16, 2020 - ODE Allows Schools to Continue Current Instructional Models
- December 15, 2020 - Metrics update and notice to prepare for K - 3 transition to CDL
- December 14, 2020 - Exposure notification to community
- December 1, 2020 - Metrics and superintendent update
- November 23, 2020 - Metrics and superintendent update
- November 17, 2020 - When can we return 4th - 6th grade under new metrics?
- November 17, 2020 - Local Metrics Update during 2 week freeze
- November 16, 2020 - Positive Case notification - Update to Community
- November 10, 2020 - Exposure Notification - Update to community
- October 30, 2020 - ODE Releases Updated School Metrics and Safety Reminders
- October 24, 2020 - Local COVID-19 Update
- October 26, 2020 - Exposure Notification - Update to community
- October 17, 2020 - Local COVID-19 Update
- October 15, 2020 - Exposure Notification - update to community
- October 10, 2020 - COVID-19 Local update
- October 3, 2020 - COVID-19 Local update
- Sept 26, 2020 - COVID-19 Local Update
- September 19, 2020 - COVID-19 Local update
- September 14, 2020 - Superintendent Update Video
- August 19, 2020 - Updated School Reopening information 2020-2021
- July 2, 2020 - Ready Schools, Safe Learners Update
- Learning model options announced for reopening schools in 2020-2021
- June 15, 2020 - Superintendent Update with KMHS Radio (YouTube Video)
- June 10, 2020 The World Newspaper Article Coos Bay School District to plan for next academic school year
- June 8, 2020 - Superintendent Update with KMHS Radio (YouTube Video)
- June 2, 2020 - Superintendent Update Letter
- Potential Learning Model information
- May 25, 2020 - Superintendent Update with KMHS Radio (YouTube Video)
- April 15, 2020 - Superintendent Update Letter
- Update discussing distance learning, care, and connection, plus a suggested instructional day for each grade level
- April 13, 2020 - Superintendent Update with KMHS (YouTube Video)
- April 9, 2020 - Superintendent Update with KMHS (YouTube Video)
- April 4, 2020 - Superintendent Update Letter
- Letter discussing plans for caring, connection, and continued learning for April 6-10, April 13-17, and April 20-24.
- April 1, 2020 - Superintendent Update Letter
- Announcing plan based on distance learning guidelines during the school closure beginning March 16, 2020
- April 1, 2020 - Superintendent Update Video
- March 28, 2020 - Superintendent Update Letter
- District update including district plan, family communication, and timelines during the initial statewide school closure period
- March 19, 2020 - Superintendent Update Letter
- Update after the initial announcement of the statewide closure extention.
- March 17, 2020 - Superintendent Update Letter
- District announcing governors extension of the statewide closure through March 28, 2020
- March 13, 2020 - Superintendent Update Letter (PM)
- Communication updating families regarding initial closure and services provided by the district.
- March 13, 2020 - Superintendent Update Letter (AM)
- Announcement of initial school closure to slow the spread of COVID-19.
- March 12, 2020 - Superintendent Update Letter (PM - Updated)
- Information about COVID-19 prior to school closure
- March 12, 2020 - Superintendent Update Letter (AM)
- Update regarding Governors executive order establishing social distancing and canceling essential activities.
- March 3, 2020 - Nurses Letter to prevent the spread of the Virus
Where can I anonymously report concerns regarding implementation, support, and enforcement of the Ready Schools Safe Learners health and safety protocol throughout the district?