Lake Charles Charter

Academy

School Reopening Plan2020-2021

Protecting Yourself in Lake Charles and Calcasieu Parish

The guidelines reference in this plan are based on guidance from the Louisiana Department of Education, Center for Disease Control and Prevention, and World Health Organization. This plan is subject to change based on additional information from these organizations and/or the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Before implementation, information on the opening of school and appropriate phases will be sent to all employees, students, and parents. Additionally, the individual needs and circumstances of students with disabilities will be addressed.

Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3Max. Group

Size10 individuals per group,

including adults(Virtual Learning)

25 individuals per group, including adults

50 individuals per group, including adults

PK-4th Grade Maintain static groups or “cohorts” of students, understanding that individuals within a group may come into close contact and may not always be wearing face coverings,

depending on age. Static groups are cohorts of students who remain together in a learning environment throughout the day. Interaction between static groups on campus is limited.

5th-8th Grade If students are able to maintain physical distance, the group’s composition may change. Students maintain physical distance of 6 feet in classroom/indoor settings to the maximum

extent possible. Physical

Standards High-touch surfaces (e.g., desks, doorknobs, keyboards) are cleaned before and after

each group’s use Groups are separated outdoors (e.g., recess, PE) but do not require a physical barrier.

Shared equipment/structures are sanitized between groups. Entry and exit points will be organized to maintain maximum group sizes and physical

distance recommendations to the maximum extent possible LCCA will have established one or two entry and egress points that enable the flow of

students to move in a single file and single direction during entry, transitions, and exit to enable physical distance

Unused desks and furniture in classrooms will be removed to maximize physical distance and minimize objects that must be cleaned

Establish distance between the teacher’s desk/board and student desks Hallways will be designated with directional flow paths to keep students separated and

to minimize congregations of students Visitors will be limited to appointments, scheduled parent conferences, IEP/504/SBLC

meetings, check in/check out and emergencies. Conferences/meetings will be virtual as possible

Hand hygiene stations will be established so that students may clean hands at arrival, at least every 2 hours, before and after eating, and after using outdoor play equipment

Shared water fountains will be closed. Students and staff are encouraged to bring bottled water from home

Athletics/Band/Chorus

Refrain from contact and high-risk sports. No band/chorus. Contact/high risk sports are allowable within defined groups. Band/chorus may

resume.Symptom

Monitoring Assess students on arrival and throughout the day as needed, including conducting an

initial temperature check. Students and staff with a temperature of 100.4 or higher will not be allowed to remain on campus.

Area will be established to isolate sick students Clean and disinfect surfaces in the isolation area after the sick student has gone home

Environmental High-touch surfaces are cleaned multiple times throughout the day, including bathrooms Handwashing at arrival, handwashing or sanitizing at least every two hours,

Cleaning &Personal Hygiene

handwashing before and after eating, before and after using outdoor play equipment Masks will be worn by students grades 3-8 and all adults.

Transportation Virtual learning: no transportation needed

50 % capacity, including adults

Space and disburse passengers to the maximum extent possible

Members of the same household may sit in the same or adjacent seat with an empty seat between household groups

Masks to be worn

75% capacity, including adults

Space and disperse passengers to the maximum extent possible

Masks to be worn

Afterschool Programs

No afterschool programs

Afterschool programs may resume but must adhere to the maximum group sizes and physical distance protocols. For younger students unable to maintain physical distance, static grouping must be maintained.

The following operational and instructional plans will be implemented based upon the Governor’s declaration of phased openings in the state of Louisiana. All proposed scenarios are subject to change based on guidance from the

CDC, Office of Public Health, Governor’s Office, and/or Louisiana Department of Education.

Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3MaximumGroup Size

All learning will be virtual 25 individuals, including adults per group

Buses at 50% capacity

50 individuals, including adults per group

Buses at 75% capacity

PK-6th Grade Students receive distance learning utilizing Schoology

Attendance is recorded and assignments are graded

Devices distributed to students/families as needed

All PK-6th grade students report to school 5 days per week with static grouping and safety protocols in place. Static groups are cohorts of students who remain together in a learning environment throughout the day. Interaction between static groups on campus is limited

Instructional times will be adjusted as needed to accommodate the arrival of buses

7th-8th Grade Students receive distance learning utilizing Schoology

Attendance is recorded and assignments are graded

Devices distributed to students/families as needed

7th and 8th grade students report to school two days per week and online three days per week, based on the following hybrid schedule:

o Group A: Report to school on Monday and Thursday and online Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday

o Group B: Report to school on Tuesday and Friday and online Monday, Wednesday and Thursday

Depending on IEP accommodations, some of our

Lake Charles Charter AcademyPhased Reopening Plans

Special Education students will report to campus for face-to-face instruction Monday through Friday.

Virtual Learning

Any student may elect to register in our virtual learning program during any phase of school opening

Details regarding virtual learning will be released and posted on the Lake Charles Charter Academy website

Virtual learning will be a free, local option for families who choose not to return to LCCA in a face-to-face manner

To receive credit and attendance for courses during this school year, students are expected to complete assignments provided by the teacher. The grading will be modified to include a minimum of ten grades per marking period for both face-to-face and virtual instruction.

Phase 1: For credit purposes, teachers will maintain attendance records to determine satisfactory completion of course requirements. Students will be required to login to Schoology and/or Clever or other virtual learning environments as assigned, to complete daily course requirements.

Phase 2:

Face-to-face attendanceo Attendance regulations are enforcedo Teachers take attendanceo Teachers are required to document completion of the minimum number of instructional

days/minutes (60,120 minutes) per yearo Students not attending regularly will be referred to the Office of Child Welfare and

Attendance for further review and consideration for truancy court Virtual attendance

o For credit purposes, teachers will maintain attendance records to determine satisfactory of course requirements

o Students are required to login to Schoology or other virtual learning environments to complete daily course assignments

Phase 3: Attendance regulations will be the same as outlined in Phase 2

In phases 1, 2, and 3, all families will have the option to learn exclusively from home via virtual learning. Registration for virtual learning will end on August 3. For qualifying students, devices will be available. Students without internet access should indicate this during the registrations process in order that the school may provide information about what other Wi-Fi options are available. All families should register through the following link: 2020-2021 LCCA Virtual Learning

Through the same link, parents will choose either a virtual or in-person option. Families who do not register for the virtual option are confirming their choice for face to face. There will be a two-week grace period, ending September 4, in which families must commit to either face to face or virtual learning.

Student Attendance

LCCA Virtual Learning Option

Phase 1: LCCA will not provide transportation during phase one, as all students will be educated via virtual learning.

Phase 2: Buses will operate at 50% capacity to maintain appropriate social distancing. Bus drivers/employees will be required to wear face covering. Students will sanitize hands upon entry onto the bus. As weather permits, buses will travel with window open in order to facilitate air flow. Bus shall be sanitized after each individual route. All students will be required to wear face covering while on the bus. Due to capacity, buses may require more time to complete routes. Families are encouraged to drop off and pick up their student(s) to the maximum extent possible. Seating charts on buses should be established and maintained.

Phase 3: Buses will operate at 75% capacity to maintain appropriate social distancing. Bus drivers/employees will be required to wear face covering. Students will sanitize hands upon entry onto the bus. As weather permits, buses will travel with window open in order to facilitate air flow. Bus shall be sanitized after each individual route. All students will be required to wear face covering while on the bus. Due to capacity, buses may require more time to complete routes. Families are encouraged to drop off and pick up their student(s) to the maximum extent possible. Seating charts on buses should be established and maintained.

Phase 1: The School Nutrition Program will offer on the go breakfast and lunch, as students will be learning virtually from home.

Phase 2: All students will be offered breakfast upon arrival on campus. Students will eat in areas of the school as determined by the principal. Students will maintain the recommended social distancing protocols.

For lunch, the principal will establish a schedule for each class. Should students enter the cafeteria, there will be no groups larger than 25. Students will pick up meals and be seated in fixed classroom groups, maintaining six feet of distance. Teachers may take student groups to eat in other designated areas as determined by the principal.

The cafeteria staff will properly clean and sanitize tables and seating surfaces between feeding groups in the cafeteria. Only one meal option will be offered. Cafeteria workers will wear proper PPE.

Phase 3: All students will be offered breakfast upon arrival on campus. Students will eat in areas of the school as determined by the principal. Students will maintain the recommended social distancing protocols.

For lunch, the principal will establish a schedule for each class. Should students enter the cafeteria, there will be no groups larger than 50. Students will pick up meals and be seated in fixed classroom groups, maintaining six feet of distance. Teachers may take student groups to eat in other designated areas as determined by the principal.

LCCA Transportation

LCCA Cafeteria Protocols

The cafeteria staff will properly clean and sanitize tables and seating surfaces between feeding groups in the cafeteria. Only one meal option will be offered. Cafeteria workers will wear proper PPE.

Other important information:

Students will wash hands before and after meals All meals will be served in disposable containers Self-serve options will not be available Students/staff will not be allowed to share food or beverages

Parents and employees should access the most current information about school re-opening of school and any other school operations through the LCCA website, LCCA Facebook page, School Messenger, telephone or email, as applicable. Any students learning virtually shall be regularly contacted by their teacher, and this may include virtual class meetings.

Phase 1: All staff will be trained in proper cleaning procedures and provided with appropriate supplies prior to the start of school. Custodial staff will clean and sanitize daily.

Phase 2 and 3: All staff will be trained in proper cleaning procedures and provided with appropriate supplies prior to the start of school. Custodial staff will clean and sanitize daily.

Hand sanitizer stations will be available at entry/exit to the building, lobby area and restroom areas.

Students are always encouraged to bring personal hand sanitizer to carry on their person. High touch surfaces will be cleaned multiple times per day. Soap dispensers will be filled regularly, and as needed, throughout the day. Buses will be cleaned and sanitized after each route. Handwashing will be implemented upon entry, before and after eating, and every two hours

throughout the day. Face coverings will be required for students in grades 3-8, to the maximum extent possible.

Phase 1: All staff on campus will wear face covering and maintain appropriate social distancing. Temperature checks will be taken upon building entry.

Phase 2 and 3:

Temperature checks upon arrival on campus

LCCA Communication

LCCA Sanitation

LCCA Student and Staff Wellness

Anyone with a temperature of 100.4 or higher will be referred to the school nurse and quarantined in a designated isolation area

Parents are required to pick up any student who has a temperature of 100.4 or higher within one hour of contact from the school

Any staff showing signs of fever or illness will be sent home Students and staff must be fever free for 24 hours prior to return to school If any student/staff member believes they have been exposed to COVID-19, they are expected to

get tested as soon as possible and quarantine until a negative test result has been received, or they have been released by a physician

Any staff member/student who receives a positive COVID-19 test result shall stay quarantined for a minimum of 14 days, and may require a release from a physician to return to school

Parents are strongly encouraged to notify the school if a student or someone they have been in direct contact with tests positive for COVID-19. Principals will work closely with CSUSA to determine next steps.

The safety of our staff and students remains the primary concern at LCCA. Therefore, visitors must make an appointment to visit LCCA. To help prevent the spread of the virus and reduce the risk of exposure to our staff and students, visitors may be subject to screening questions and/or temperature checks before entry into the building. Masks will be required for entry into the building.

Locker Rooms: Locker rooms will be closed until further notice.

Social Distancing: Social distancing is an effective way to prevent potential infection. LCCA will employ social distancing strategies to the maximum extent possible in order to increase space between all individuals. Specific practices will be customized for each area of the school and may include designated entry/exit, mapping traffic patterns throughout the school, and scheduling staff/student groups to be as static as possible.

Face Coverings/Masks: Face coverings are an important part of protecting against the spread of COVID-19. Face coverings are mandated for all LCCA employees, students grades 3-8, and anyone entering the building. Masks are recommended, but not required for students in PreK-2. It is recommended that masks be worn to the maximum extent possible while on campus. Masks should be solid in color.

Cleaning and Disinfecting: Intensified cleaning and disinfection measures will ensure that physical spaces, equipment and materials that all students and staff utilize remain safe. High-touch surfaces will be cleaned multiple times per day. Students will maintain personal school supplies and will not share with others. Water fountains will not be utilized, and students are encouraged to bring bottled water to school.

Handwashing: Handwashing or the use of hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol will occur at arrival, at least every 2 hours, before/after eating and upon exit. Good hygiene practices will be encouraged and discussed in the classroom.

Visitors on Campus

Other Considerations