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InstructionalContinuity Plan

For EmergencyClosure ofDistrict Schools

Volusia County Schools

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA

Mrs. Ida D. Wright, Chairman

Mrs. Linda Cuthbert, Vice-Chairman

Mr. Carl Persis

Mr. Ruben Colón

Ms. Jamie M. Haynes

Dr. Scott FritzSuperintendent of Schools

Dr. Carmen BalgobinDeputy Superintendent for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Table of Contents

Introduction

Content Delivery & Resources

Teacher Tasks

Instructional Plan Overview

Digital Resources for CoreSubject Areas

Print Resources for CoreSubject Areas

ESE Multi VE and VE Modified Curriculumfor Core Subject Areas

Appendix D: Secondary Course List (Edgenuity)

Appendix A: Directions for Accessing DigitalResources through VPortal

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5-6

Student Tasks & Additional Information 8-13

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Appendix F: Mobile Device Acknowledgement

Non Core Additional Information

Students Tasks - ESE Multi VE & VE Modified K-12

ELL Information

Training Plan (VPK/ESE, K-5, 6-12)

Appendix B: ESE Multi and VE Modified Directions forAccessing Digital Resources through VPortal

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Appendix G: At Home Technology Access Survey

ESE Additional Supports for Student Tasks PK-12 7

Appendix E: AP, IB Course List for Practice

Middle School & High School - Digital Resources & Projects for CTE 15

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Appendix C: ESE Supplement 25-26

Introduction

Volusia County Schools is committed to the continuity of instruction inthe event of an emergency disruption that may result in the suspensionof face-to-face instruction on school campuses. To prepare for anysignificant disruption in classes, Volusia County Schools has developedan Instructional Continuity Plan. The plan in place is prepared todeliver organized, standards-based instruction in both digital and printformats to meet the instructional needs of all students, withcommunication in place to ensure clear expectations for allstakeholders involved.

Students and families can utilize these resources to provide instructionat home until schools are able to open or resume.

For additional updates and information related to Volusia CountySchools including the closure of schools or re-opening of schools,please check the district website: www.vcsedu.org.

This document contains information to help guidestudents, teachers, administrators, and support staff with thenecessary steps to consider in the event of a school closure.

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InstructionalPlan Overview

Digital Content Delivery

Students will have access to digitalcontent and instructional materialsthrough VPortal. To streamline access, K-5 resources will be available in Canvasand 6-12 resources will be available inEdgenuity. This document includesdirections for accessing these resources.

Printed Content Delivery

Resources are categorized as "CoreMaterials" or "SupplementalMaterials." Core Materials will be usedas the main instructional resources.

Print materials will be made availablefor students and families that do nothave Internet or technology access.The printed materials and textbookswill be available at the student's schoolstarting March 26th. Please check thedistrict website and communicationsfor pick up times and locations.

iPad & Laptop Checkout for

Schools iPads and laptops will beavailable to check out forthose families who have

access to the internet but donot have technology in the

home. They will bedistributed from schools on

a first-come, first-servebasis. Once all available

devices have beendistributed, print materials

will be given to provideaccess to instructional

content. Please check thedistrict website and

communications for pick uptimes and locations.

The following content delivery models havebeen developed to meet the needs of students andfamilies in the event of an emergency schoolclosure.

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Content Delivery: DigitalResources Overview forCore Subjects

The following digital resources have been identified as Core Materials or SupplementalMaterials. Core Materials will be used as the main instructional resources. Please seeAppendix A for more information about accessing these resources.

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IB, AICE- Teacher Created Content through Canvas (available April 6th) AP- Teacher Created Content (available April 6th pending College Board updates)CTE & Electives- Teacher Created Content through Canvas (available April 6th) - Pleasesee Page 14 for additional information regarding Non-Core Classes.

Content Delivery: Print Resources for CoreSubjects

The following print resources have been identified as Core Materials. Please notethese materials will be available for pick-up at the student's school. Studentsmay also need to check out a textbook.


The following digital resources have been identified as ESE Multi VE and VEModified Curriculum for Core Subject Areas.

Content Delivery: Digital ESEMulti VE and VE ModifiedCurriculum for Core Subject Areas


The following print resources have been identified as ESE Multi VE and VEModified Curriculum for Core Materials.

Content Delivery: Print ESE MultiVE and VE Modified Curriculumfor Core Subject Areas


ESE Additional Supports forStudent Tasks PK-12

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Student Tasks Grades for Pre-K

Grades Pre-K

Digital Content

Print Content

To provide continuity with instruction, the following tasks have been developedfor students in Grades Pre-K


Complete up to 60 minutes of activities that are found below:

- VPK Students can log into SmartStart through the VPortal

- ESE PK use http://flbt5.floridaearlylearning.com/

(Students may be assigned other assignments by the teacher.)

Core Subject Areas for VPK and ESE PKStudents will pick up printed packets

Time on Task:Approximately 60 minutes per day. Time should be broken down into 10-15 minute segments.


http://flbt5.floridaearlylearning.com/

Student Tasks Grades K - 5

Grades K-5

Digital Content

Print Content

Core Subject Areas

Students login to iReady

Complete 30 minutes of online instruction (does not need to be consecutive) for each subject, each day: - Reading - Math

Students login to Grade Level Canvas Course

Complete daily assignments for each subject area: - Science - Social Studies

Students will submit completed work as directed by their teacher. Students may be assigned otherassignments by the teacher.

For login information and digital resource support, please see Appendix A. *Please note iReady is notcompatible with Android or Kindle Fire devices.*

To provide continuity with instruction, the following tasks have been developedfor students in Grades K - 5.

Core Subject Areas

Students will pick up printed packets

Students will work on daily tasks provided on Lesson Calendars.

Students will return completed work to their teachers.



Student Tasks Grades 6 - 8

Grades 6-8

Digital Content

Print Content

To provide continuity with instruction, the following tasks have been developedfor students Grade 6-8.

Core Subject Areas

Students log into Edgenuity through VPortal

Complete 45 minutes of online instruction for each subject, each day: Language Arts Mathematics Science Social Studies

Electives & CTE StudentsUtilize Page 14 to complete Instructional Continuity Log - Canvas courses will begin April 6th.


Core Subject Areas

Students will pick up printed packets and check out a textbook.

Students will work on daily tasks provided.

Students will return the completed assignments to subject area teachers.



Additional Information Digital Student Tasks 6-8

6-8 Courses

Digital Content Edgenuity

The following courses will be accessing Edgenuity for core content: (includingESE and ELL students)

English Language Arts: 6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade

Mathematics: 6th Grade 6th Grade Advanced 6th Grade Honors 7th Grade 7th Grade Advanced 8th Grade Algebra Honors Geometry Honors

Science Comprehensive Science 1 Comprehensive Science 1 Advanced Comprehensive Science 2 Comprehensive Science 2 Advanced Comprehensive Science 3 Comprehensive Science 3 Advanced

Social Studies MJ World History MJ Civics MJ US History

To provide continuity with instruction, the following tasks have been developedfor students.


Student Tasks Grades 9 - 12

Digital Content

Print Content

To provide continuity with instruction, the following tasks have been developedfor students Grade 9 - 12.

Core Subject Areas (Including Pre-IB and Pre-AICE Courses)

Students log into Edgenuity through VPortal

Complete 45 minutes of online instruction for each subject, each day: Language Arts Science Social Studies Mathematics

Accelerated Courses (Available April 6th)AP, AICE, IB Students: Complete 45 minutes of online instruction for each subject and continue tostudy and prepare for future assessments

Career & Technical Education Students: Complete at least 30 minutes of online instruction per dayand continue to prepare for industry certification exams.

Electives & CTE StudentsUtilize Page 14 to complete Instructional Continuity Log - Canvas courses will begin April 6th.



Grades 9 - 12

Core Subject Areas

Students will pick up printed packets and check out a textbook.

Students will work on daily tasks provided.

Students will return the completed assignments to subject area teachers.


Additional Information Digital Student Tasks 9-12

9-12 Courses & Aligned Tasks Digital Content

English Language Arts: English 1 English 1 Honors English 2 English 2 Honors English 3 English 3 Honors English 4 English 4 Honors English 4 Florida College Prep.

Mathematics: Algebra 1 Algebra 1a Algebra1b Algebra 2 Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calculus Math College Readiness Trigonometry Honors Probability and Statistics with Applications Honors Liberal Arts Math 1 Liberal Arts Math 2 Informal Geometry Geometry Geometry Honors



Science Biology Biology Honors Chemistry Chemistry Honors Earth Space Earth Space Honors Physical Science Physical Science Honors Physics Physics Honors Environmental Science Environmental Science Honors

Social Studies HS World History HS US History HS US Government HS Economics HS Psychology 1 HS Psychology 2 HS Sociology

Edgenuity

The following school-based VCS courses will be accessing Edgenuity for corecontent: (including ESE and ELL students)

Canvas

The following courses will be accessing Canvas for corecontent, the Canvas course will be accessible a tile in VPortal(not in the Canvas dashboard)

Marine ScienceAnatomy & PhysiologyElectives*Accelerated Courses (AP, IB, AICE)*

* Please note more information will be made available.

Additional Information Non-Core Classes

Non-Core Classes



Students may use the Instructional Continuity Log for Non-Core Classes(hyperlinked here) to engage in activities that are relevant to each of their non-core courses. (Online digital resources are being created in Canvas for accessstarting April 6th.)

For example:

Performing Arts: practice tuba, compare 2 pieces of music, practice sight-reading

Visual Arts: visit a virtual gallery, create art, work on Visual Arts Q4 InstructionalContinuity Plan

Health & Physical Education: warm-up, practice skills, read about nutrition

World Languages: access instructional materials through V-Portal, use onlinepractice resources

CTE: work on your current project, research a career related to your currentcourse or area of study, continue to prepare for industry certification exam

(Teachers may elect to direct their students to complete course-specificassignments.)

Senior students with less than 1 credit in Performing Arts/Practical Arts creditand/or less than 3 elective credits will use the Instructional Continuity Log forNon-Core Classes (see below) to engage in activities that are relevant to each ofthese courses. Core classes along the Performing Arts/Practical Arts, and having atleast 3 elective credits are important benchmarks to ensure on-time graduation.

For senior students working towards an industry certification through your Careerand Technical Education classes, your work will consist of practicing for theindustry certification exam through the specific platform that your teacher assignsto you. This is particularly important if you are expecting to use the industrycertification in lieu of a math or science credit to graduate.

ATTENTION SENIORS:

https://volusiastudents-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/cadistle_volusia_k12_fl_us/EfnGlKQ2QcNEhS4_TrYAz5QBgQKlITcoRh3fuP5p_awF5w?e=P7jbgy

Digital Resources & Projectsfor CTE

Middle School



Please check back nextweek for more updates!

Please check back nextweek for more updates!

High School

Grades PreK-5

Student Tasks ESE Multi VE and VE Modified

Curriculum for Core Subject Areas

Unique Learning System (Lang Arts/Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies) digital andprinted materials:

If the teacher has created student profiles in ULS, follow directions below for logging in. If not,students and parents will utilize printed packets for content.

Using Google Chrome or Firefox, students log in at www.n2y.com.Click on 3 lines at the top right (menu)Choose “Sign In” and click on “Student”Log in using credentials provided by the teacher

Learning A-Z (Lang Arts/Reading, Science, Social Studies)Students access resources through VPortal (Digital Resources – Kids A-Z)Log in using credentials provided by the teacher

Scholastic News (Science, Social Studies)

Time on Task:Approximately 120 minutes per day for all the above, broken down into time periodsappropriate for individual student engagement level.


Print Material

Digital Content

Grades 6-8



Digital Content

Unique Learning System (Lang Arts/Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies) digital andprinted materials*:

If teacher has created student profiles in ULS, follow directions below for logging in. If not,students and parents will utilize printed packets for content.

Using Google Chrome or Firefox, students log in at www.n2y.com.Click on 3 lines at top right (menu)Choose “Sign In” and click on “Student”Log in using credentials provided by teacher(For ULS activities, VE Modified 9-12 use printed materials only - no digital access)

System 44 (Lang Arts/Reading) – VE Modified 6-12Students access resources through VPortalDigital Resources – Double Block Reading SSO

Science and Social Studies - Scholastic Action

Social StudiesExplore Social Studies (6-8 all)



Print Material

Grades 9-12



Digital Content

Unique Learning System (Lang Arts/Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies) digital andprinted materials*:

If teacher has created student profiles in ULS, follow directions below for logging in. If not,students and parents will utilize printed packets for content.

Using Google Chrome or Firefox, students log in at www.n2y.com.Click on 3 lines at top right (menu)Choose “Sign In” and click on “Student”Log in using credentials provided by teacher(For ULS activities, VE Modified 9-12 use printed materials only - no digital access)

System 44 (Lang Arts/Reading) – VE Modified 6-12Students access resources through VPortalDigital Resources – Double Block Reading SSO

Science and Social Studies - Scholastic Action

Social StudiesAccess World History (9-12 VE Modified)Explore World History (9-12 Multi VE)

SciencePro-Ed Physical Science (9-12 all)



Print Material

Resources

English Language LearnersGeneral Information


Recursos para Padres(Spanish Version)

Resources for Families(English Version)

Click on the links below to access resources andinformation for ELL Families

Glossaries for ELLs/MLLsAccommodations

https://volusiastudents-my.sharepoint.com/:p:/g/personal/cadistle_volusia_k12_fl_us/ES-iddZ0KERPqtzpZGTVSE4BIvh13W6i09LGbGtivesrfA?e=XO0dNK

https://volusiastudents-my.sharepoint.com/:p:/g/personal/cadistle_volusia_k12_fl_us/EbedzfCA4XNMvRRnPyh4OnIBZg3JXZLZYGcFx9caWOqBjQ?e=gSeAeg

https://research.steinhardt.nyu.edu/metrocenter/resources/glossaries


Virtual Option:

All training video resources will be accessible through a Canvas training course -'Elementary Instructional Continuity Plan Training'. Teachers will be auto enrolledthrough MyPGS. Upon completion of the Training Course, teachers will receive in-service credit.

Teachers:

Videos will be directed to assist in navigating instructional resources: iReadyCanvas

Videos to assist in navigating communication resources:Microsoft Teams

Students:Receive a K-5 Canvas video navigation guide

K-5 Training Plan

6-12 Training Plan


Remote Training

All training video resources will be accessible through a Canvas training course -'Secondary Instructional Continuity Plan Training'. Teachers will be auto enrolledthrough MyPGS. Upon completion of the Training Course, teachers will receive in-service credit.

Teachers:

Videos will be directed to assist in navigating instructional resources: Edgenuity

Videos to assist in navigating communication resources:Microsoft Teams

PreK-5

6-12

Teacher Tasks


Teachers will engage with students and progress monitor achievementusing the iReady and the Elementary Communication Log. Teacherswill review printed materials and paper work.

Core Subject Areas:Both Digital & Print options

Core Subject Areas:Edgenuity

Teachers will log into Edgenuity via VPortal

Teachers will engage with students and progressmonitor achievement

CanvasTeachers will log into Canvas via VPortal

Teachers will monitor studentachievement/remediation via Canvas course,

gradebook, analytics

The following resources are live links to provide an overview of how to accessVPortal from a laptop or mobile device. Some resources below are either step-by-step click sheets or videos indicated by the icon.

Appendix A: Directions forAccessing Digital Resourcesthrough VPortal


GENERAL

GRADES PreK*-5

GRADES 6-12

VPortal Digital Resources Computer Directions

VPortal Mobile App Directions

VPortal Digital Resources Navigation Guide

Elementary Instructional Continuity Plan Canvas Course Navigation

Raz Kids Navigation

Khan Academy NavigationEdgenuity - The Student Experience

Elementary Communication Log

Glossaries for ELLs/MLLs Accommodations

Waterford/Successmaker Access Directions

*PreK - for information on accessing SmartStart, please contact your teacher for log ininformation

Using iReady & Canvas- Laptop vs. iPad Directions

Edgenuity Tips for Troubleshooting at Home

https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A66a48717-6d32-4f4a-ae59-5f25a5a1a53d

https://volusiastudents-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/cadistle_volusia_k12_fl_us/Ef2No-Wg8BNGlQO7bGIuCvEBBPWMCoeN07uikPhgR64nOw?e=8Tc8fI

https://youtu.be/5pKaMpM0dk8

https://youtu.be/xLIv2tbP9mU

https://youtu.be/Ogg4c-VPbWs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AayREFPgDCU

https://www.edgenuity.com/video-library/?vid=5978276525001

https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A33dae472-f5e1-4f64-b6b4-53d4a7ebb4aa

https://research.steinhardt.nyu.edu/metrocenter/resources/glossaries

https://volusiastudents-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/cadistle_volusia_k12_fl_us/EcWvu6b4LlhBjUb7Qn_DSkQBKw-_KIv9e3_dH8i89zzXBA?e=J11Bnn

https://volusiastudents-my.sharepoint.com/:i:/g/personal/cadistle_volusia_k12_fl_us/EWeRg6lIEIxNhfKls8QBmJQBcBmMXESVAGFs1YWyXNnP4w?e=kZBfsQ

https://volusiastudents-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/cadistle_volusia_k12_fl_us/ER5RXqrbt6RHucgByaCvCS4BApTR4zvw0xV6UfpvdfKAKA?e=ocaLTd

The following resources are live links to provide an overview of how to accessVPortal from a laptop or mobile device. Some resources below are either step-by-step click sheets or videos indicated by the icon.

Appendix B: ESE Directions forAccessing Digital Resourcesthrough VPortal


GENERAL

GRADES 6-12

VPortal Digital Resources Computer Directions

VPortal Mobile App Directions

VPortal Digital Resources Navigation Guide

Accessing System 44

Logging into the Unique Learning System

Elementary Communication Log

https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A66a48717-6d32-4f4a-ae59-5f25a5a1a53d

https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3Ae40699a4-4d2b-431e-bacd-c980e5f7f780

https://youtu.be/5pKaMpM0dk8

https://youtu.be/wJ4XUYWd91w

https://youtu.be/P9ZIkISM3PE

https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A33dae472-f5e1-4f64-b6b4-53d4a7ebb4aa


Appendix C: ESE Supplement

Appendix D: Secondary CourseList (Edgenuity)


The following print resources have been identified as Core Materials. CoreMaterials will be used as the main instruction resources.

The following is a list of AP, IB, & Cambridge (AICE) Test Prep Resources.

Appendix E: AP, IB Course List forPractice


AP Teachers will assign Free-response questions (FRQ) and Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) work on APClassroom for students to prepare for the upcoming exams.

Khan Academy PracticeAP Calculus AB - https://www.khanacademy.org/math/ap-calculus-ab AP Calculus BC - https://www.khanacademy.org/math/ap-calculus-bc AP Statistics - https://www.khanacademy.org/math/ap-statisticsAP US History - https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/ap-us-historyAP World History - https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/ap-world-historyAP Art History - https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/ap-art-historyAP Physics 1 - https://www.khanacademy.org/science/ap-physics-1AP Physics 2 - https://www.khanacademy.org/science/ap-physics-2AP Chemistry - https://www.khanacademy.org/science/ap-chemistryAP Biology - https://www.khanacademy.org/science/ap-biologyAP Macroeconomics - https://www.khanacademy.org/economics-finance-domain/ap-macroeconomicsAP Microeconomics - https://www.khanacademy.org/economics-finance-domain/ap-microeconomics

Additional Resources:· AP History

http://ap.gilderlehrman.org/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLwzMZ0YUDAhttps://www.practicequiz.com/

Students can use the following examples of actual examination papers used in past years to practice.

Group 1: Language A1English A: literature higher level/standard level: papers 1 & 2English A1 higher level: paper 2French A1 higher level: paper 2Spanish A1 higher level: paper 2

Group 2: Second LanguageEnglish standard level A2: paper 2French standard level A2: paper 2Spanish standard level A2: paper 2Classical Greek higher level/standard level: papers 1 & 2

Group 3: Individuals and SocietiesHistory higher level/standard level: paper 2Information technology in a global society (ITGS) higher level/standard level: papers 1, 2 & 3

Group 4: Experimental SciencesChemistry higher level: paper 3

Group 5: Mathematics and Computer ScienceMaths standard level: paper 2

Additional Resources:https://www.practicequiz.com/

Cambridge AICE students can visit the Resource Center at: https://www.cambridgeinternational.org/resource-centre/.Once at the site, check the Past question papers and mark schemes box and answer the three dropdown selectionspertaining to your course.

Additional Resourceshttps://www.practicequiz.com/www.s-cool.co.uk

AP Practice Exam Opportunities

IB Students Practice Exam Opportunities

Cambridge AICE Resource Center

The following mobile device acknowledgement will be made available in the eventof a school closure. Please note devices will be picked up at the student's school.

Appendix F: Mobile Device Acknowledgement


The following survey questions were administered to parents and families todetermine technology access at home.

Appendix G: Survey Questions


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