We continue to plan for the following options for students and families this fall.
On-Campus
Think of this as the “traditional” option enhanced with Remote Learning (applying lessons learned through the spring of 2020). Our goal is to be on campus each day of the school year, and we recognize that this might not be our reality. We may have to transition between remote learning and on-campus learning throughout the year. Remote learning will be facilitated by your student’s teacher(s) with designated times for instructional learning blocks and student and family outreach. As the situation with COVID-19 unfolds, we may have to flex in and out of remote learning during the school year.
As we have previously shared, we have the capacity to bring all students on campus each day and meet the current safety guidelines at the elementary level, although based on the most recent feedback from families that may not be the preferred option. At the secondary level, we do not have the capacity to bring all students on campus each day. We have planned a cohort experience for students through a Blended Delivery Model, where students would receive a minimum of two on-campus learning days combined with remote learning days for the remainder of the week. This allows us to reduce the number of students on campus at any given time. We are considering this option for elementary students as well, given the situation in our region and your feedback.
Full-Time Remote Learning
Camas Connect Academy is a full-time remote learning option we will launch this fall and plan to continue beyond the pandemic. This option is for students and families that prefer an online-only format. Students will enroll in the Academy, which will be staffed by Camas teachers. Learning standards and curriculum will be aligned with Camas standards and enriched through an online curriculum. Students could transition back to an on-campus, blended learning environment at the end of grading periods.
We continue to refine our logistical safety plans related to transportation, health screenings, communication, and daily life, whether on campus or engaged remotely. We also continue to engage as a region with other districts and our public health agencies. We are adding to our FAQ document, thanks to the thoughtful questions you are asking.
Timeline leading up to the start of school
Week of July 27
Continue updates to staff and community
Refine logistical safety plans through feedback loops
Walkthrough Day in the Life scenarios pressure testing our fall plans for both remote and on-campus learning
Facility preparation and accommodations
Week of August 3
Share refined options based on the current conditions for student/family consideration
Facility preparation and accommodations
Transportation survey and bus routing refinement
Staff professional learning opportunities
Week of August 10
Presentation of fall reopening plan for School Board consideration
Press release/communication
Informational opportunities about Camas Connect Academy and other learning delivery model options
Specific information from schools using Day in the Life scenarios
Facility preparation and accommodations
Fall options survey to families
Open enrollment in Camas Connect Academy
Week of August 17
Specific information from schools
Staff professional learning opportunities
Open enrollment in Camas Connect Academy
Week of August 24
Week of August 31
