School Reopening Plan 2020-2021 A Guide for the Safe Return to our Catholic Schools During COVID-19 Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board August 2020 Draft Rooted in Faith, Alive in Spirit TABLE OF CONTENTS NPSC Mission & Vision ........................................................................................ 4 Our Guiding Principles for our Return to School ................................................... 4 Introduction ........................................................................................................... 4 What We Know About COVID-19 ......................................................................... 6 How long does the virus survive on surfaces? .................................................................... 6 Symptoms of COVID-19...................................................................................................... 6 Reducing the Spread .......................................................................................................... 7 Models for Reopening Schools in September 2020 ............................................. 7 Model 1: Conventional with Enhanced Hygiene Measures .................................................... 8 Model 2: Adapted School Day Routine ................................................................................... 8 Model 3: At Home Learning with On-Going Enhanced Remote Delivery ............................... 9 Guidance for NPSC Schools (Elementary and Secondary) .................................. 9 Enhanced Public Health and Hygiene Protocols .................................................................. 10 Self-Screening and Self-Isolation Requirements ............................................................... 10 Protocol for Reporting Suspected or Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 ............................... 10 Recordkeeping .................................................................................................................. 11 Group Gatherings ............................................................................................................. 11 Physical Distancing ........................................................................................................... 12 Masks and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) ............................................................ 12 Preventing the Spread of COVID ......................................................................................... 13 Health and Safety Hygiene Protocols for all Schools ........................................................ 13 Touch Point Cleaning ........................................................................................................ 13 Hand Sanitizer .................................................................................................................. 13 Hygiene Routines and Sharing of Materials ...................................................................... 13 Cleaning Products ............................................................................................................. 14 Staff Training ..................................................................................................................... 14 School Main Office and Reception Areas ......................................................................... 14 Isolation Room / Area ....................................................................................................... 14 Returning to School: School Operations .............................................................................. 14 Student Attendance .......................................................................................................... 14 Conventional School Daily Timetables .............................................................................. 15 Elementary ........................................................................................................................ 15 Secondary ......................................................................................................................... 15 Entry and Exit Routines .................................................................................................... 15 School Signage, Markings and Directional Flow ............................................................... 16 Parents and Visitors to the School, Including Student Drop Off and Pick Ups .................. 16 Outdoor School Spaces: Playgrounds / Play Structures ................................................... 16 Recess .............................................................................................................................. 16 Washrooms ....................................................................................................................... 17 Lockers/Cubbies ............................................................................................................... 17 Doors ................................................................................................................................ 17 Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board - Return to School for September 2020 2 of 26 Water Bottles .................................................................................................................... 17 Lunch / Nutrition Breaks .................................................................................................... 17 Learning Commons, Libraries, Wellness Hubs ................................................................. 18 Student Nutrition Programs ............................................................................................... 18 School assemblies ............................................................................................................ 18 Sports Teams: Intramurals and Interschool Leagues ........................................................ 18 Fitness Rooms and Equipment ......................................................................................... 19 Extracurricular / After School Activities ............................................................................. 19 Fire Drills ........................................................................................................................... 19 Lockdown Drills ................................................................................................................. 19 Before and After School Childcare .................................................................................... 19 Transportation ................................................................................................................... 19 Supporting Student Learning, Well-Being and Success ..................................... 20 Classroom Programming / Learning and Instruction .......................................... 21 Curriculum Instruction and Assessment ............................................................................ 21 Kindergarten ..................................................................................................................... 21 Primary/Junior/Intermediate Classroom Organization ....................................................... 21 Physical and Health Education ......................................................................................... 22 Science and the Arts ......................................................................................................... 22 Technology ....................................................................................................................... 23 Specialty Programs Grade 7 & 8 and Experiential Courses Grades 9-12 ......................... 23 Music Programs Elementary and Secondary .................................................................... 23 Cooperative Education (Secondary) ................................................................................. 24 Supporting Students with Special Education Needs ......................................................... 24 System Classrooms .......................................................................................................... 24 Students with Medical and Health Conditions ................................................................... 24 Specialized Personal Protective Equipment...................................................................... 25 Provision of Service by Community Partners .................................................................... 25 Supporting Mental Health and Well-Being ........................................................................ 25 Conclusion .......................................................................................................... 25 Resources / References ..................................................................................... 26 Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board - Return to School for September 2020 3 of 26 NPSC Mission & Vision As we prepare to safely return to our Catholic schools and serve our students and families using our faith-based and inclusive approach, we are reminded of our important call to serve our students as a Catholic Faith learning community. Our Mission As a faith community, we provide learning opportunities that inspire, nurture and celebrate each learner's journey to: • Reach their full potential; • Be a contributing member of society; • Live the richness of their faith; • Embrace lifelong learning. Our Vision Rooted in Faith, Alive in Spirit