CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Crowley ISD Safe Return to School The health and safety of Crowley ISD students, staff and the community continues to be our top priority as we work through several plans for the upcoming school year. We are committed to finding ways to provide clean and safe educational environments where students can learn and grow together. We are currently set to open school buildings for in-person learning on Oct. 5, 2020, and in doing so, we will be sure each of our 25 campuses have taken the necessary health precautions prior to the arrival of students and staff, as well as prepared with the essential safety procedures and protocols needed to carry out the school year. Following are the return to onsite work protocols for Crowley ISD campuses and administration buildings. Since this is an ever-changing situation, the district may need to change protocols at any time to address specific needs and circumstances in order to protect the health and safety of students, employees and the community. Please note, health guidance cannot anticipate every unique situation. As a result, Crowley ISD will continue to consult available guidance through governmental agencies and other information deemed relevant to monitor the situation. The district will comply with applicable federal and state employment and disability laws, workplace safety standards and accessibility standards to address individual needs. It is important to remember the virus that causes COVID-19 can be spread by infected persons who have few or no symptoms. Even if an infected person shows no symptoms or is only mildly ill, the people they spread it to may become seriously or fatally ill, especially for persons 65 years of age or older with pre-existing health conditions placing them at higher risk. Because of the hidden nature of this threat, Crowley ISD expects all employees, students and families to rigorously follow these practices. Preparation for the Opening of School Crowley ISD will ensure all staff, resources and supplies are prepared for opening school, including but not limited to assigning sufficient staff to carry out re-opening, ensuring proper training and stocking inventory of necessary supplies, such as personal protective equipment (PPE). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides guidance, recommendations and resources to assist with plans and protocols for health and safety. Before schools re-open, Crowley ISD will implement health and safety plans that include: Ą Ensuring adequate supply inventory (e.g., PPE, cleaning supplies, hand sanitizer, etc.) Ą Cleaning with products approved by governing authorities and per guidelines from the Environmental Protection Agency Ą Ensuring compliance with CDC, Health and Human Services, the Texas Education Agency and other jurisdictional policies Ą Providing communication of procedures and expectations upon entering facilities and throughout buildings CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Protocols for Screening and Isolation All students and staff will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms daily and individuals with symptoms will be separated and sent home. Screening Protocols Ą Staff will be required to complete a self-screening process prior to entering a Crowley ISD building, and the district may require further screening of employees at any time based on current state and federal guidelines. Staff are expected to sign in any time they are accessing a District facility/building utilizing the QR codes on the doors or a campus sign-in sheet. Ą A parent or guardian will be required to screen their children for COVID-19 symptoms each day prior to sending them to school. Parents will need to take their childŐs temperature daily. Additional screening may be conducted during the school day. Ą Parents must ensure they do not send a child to school on campus if the child has COVID-19 symptoms (as listed in this document) or is lab-confirmed with COVID-19, and instead should opt to receive remote instruction until the below conditions for re-entry are met. Ą Staff and students should not enter campuses or district buildings if any of the following apply. The individual is: Ą Sick or has been sick in the past 14 days. Symptoms to watch for: fever (100ˇF or higher), cough, shortness of breath/difficulty breathing, chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, conjunctivitis (pink eye), new loss of taste or smell, gastrointestinal symptoms (diarrhea or vomiting). Ą Has a confirmed case of COVID-19 or has been in close contact with a person with a confirmed case of COVID-19. These individuals must follow all isolation and quarantine guidelines from the local health authority or their physician. Ą Has a household member who is awaiting COVID-19 test results, or who is awaiting their own test results. Ą View current CDC recommendations. Ą Teachers will monitor students and refer them to the nurse if any symptoms are present. Isolation Protocols Ą For students displaying symptoms of COVID-19 or are feeling feverish, the school nurse will provide a clinical assessment to determine if and when a student needs to be sent home. Ą Students who are ill will be separated from their peers and should be picked up within 30 minutes and no later than 1 hour from the time the campus has contacted the parent/guardian. Ą The school will clean all of the areas used by the student. Ą If an individual who has been in a school is lab-confirmed to have COVID-19, the district health coordinator must notify the local health department, in accordance with CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, including confidentiality requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Ą Schools must close off areas that are heavily used by the individual with the lab- confirmed case (student, teacher, or staff) until the non-porous surfaces in those areas can be disinfected. Ą District communication will be provided to the students who came in contact with a student or staff member displaying COVID-19 symptoms. Ą Staff members displaying COVID-19 symptoms will follow district protocols including isolation from students and other staff members and leave campus as soon as possible. Ą Students and staff who have tested positive for COVID-19 will be permitted to return to school when all of the following criteria have been met: Ą They are 24 hours fever-free without using fever-reducing medication; Ą Improved symptoms (cough, difficulty breathing, fatigue, body aches, etc.); Ą 10 days have passed since symptoms began or 10 days from the date of the positive test, if the person is asymptomatic. Protocols for Campus Visitors Campus staff should consider utilizing virtual meeting options to limit campus visitors. All visitors who enter the building will be required to wear a face covering and those who proceed beyond the reception area will follow specific guidelines for visitors. Visitor Screening/PPE Requirements Ą Parents are discouraged from entering the campus. Ą Volunteers are not allowed to visit campuses at this time (including mentors, college representatives, guest speakers, etc.). Ą Virtual tools will be used to conduct meetings such as PTA meetings, ARDs, LPAC, etc. Ą All visitors will be subject to health screening questions and temperature scan before entering any Crowley ISD facility. Ą If visitors have COVID-19 symptoms, or are lab confirmed with COVID-19, they must remain off campus until they meet the criteria for re-entry. Ą All individuals entering the building will be required to wear face coverings. Ą Visitors will stand behind the shield guard installed at reception desks. Protocols for Disinfecting and Hand Sanitizing CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Frequent disinfection and hand sanitization will ensure health and wellness of students and staff. Hand Washing/Sanitizing Expectations Ą Hand sanitizer will be available at the main entry to the campus, in classrooms, in the cafeteria and in common areas throughout the campus. Ą Staff and students will be expected to regularly wash or sanitize their hands. Ą Requirement for hand washing and/or use of Crowley ISD-provided hand sanitizer: Elementary & Secondary Ą Provide hand sanitizer upon entry to classroom and periodic teacher reminders during instructional day. Ą Habitual and thorough hand washing after recess, before eating and following restroom breaks. Disinfecting Expectations Ą Staff will have access to disinfectant wipes and supplies to sanitize high-touch and working surfaces and shared objects frequently. Ą Staff will limit the use of shared student supplies when possible. Protocols for Campus Cleaning and Disinfecting Frequent cleaning and disinfection will support a healthy learning and work environment for students and staff. Daily Campus Cleaning Ą Each classroom and restroom will be cleaned and disinfected. Ą All high-touch areas will be disinfected throughout the day. Ą Custodians will be expected to wear PPE (masks and gloves) during work hours. Ą Cafeteria tables and seating will be wiped down between lunch periods. Ą Staff and students will have access to disinfecting wipes to sanitize working surfaces, shared objects, and high-touch areas after use and during breaks in instruction. Restrooms Ą Staff should supervise and limit the number of students that enter the bathroom at one time to comply with health agency recommendations and social distancing. Ą The scheduling of whole class restroom breaks is recommended to eliminate co- mingling of students across various classes and to ensure teacher monitoring of social distancing guidelines. CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Ą Increased cleaning will occur throughout the school day. Staff and students must wash hands with soap and water prior to exiting the bathroom. Proper handwashing techniques will be taught to all students and consistently reinforced. Protocols for Common Areas and Meetings Common areas include spaces that are used for meetings and collaboration. This includes computer labs, flexible spaces, conference rooms and other meeting rooms. Ą All students and staff will be required to use hand sanitizer when entering and exiting common areas. Ą Classes/grade levels will sign up to reserve common areas. Ą There will be procedures for students to sanitize their spaces before and after usage. Ą Number of students in a common area will be based upon social distancing practices. Ą Visual reminders will be displayed for social distancing throughout common areas. Informational graphics and markers will be posted to help with 6 ft. social distancing. Ą The use of virtual meetings/videoconferencing is preferred when possible, includingPTA meetings, ARDs, LPAC, booster club meetings and events. Ą When necessary, administration must create a plan for PTA/booster visitation and areas of use for meetings to adhere to COVID-19 district, campus, UIL and CDC safety protocols. Ą If meetings must be held in person, all social distancing protocols will be implemented: Ą Facial coverings Ą Six-feet social distancing when possible Ą Limiting the sharing of materials/supplies Protocols for Positive COVID-19 Cases on Campus Ą If a classroom or facility is closed due to COVID-19 spread, quaternary disinfectant, which is recommended for use on the virus that causes COVID-19, will be used to defog and disinfect. Ą Custodial staff will defog and disinfect classrooms, restrooms, athletics, fine arts areas and all additional areas throughout the school facility. Ą Recommendation for custodial staff to allow the room to rest for 24 hrs. prior to entering. CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Campus Health and Safety Protocols Training On the first day a student attends school on campus, school systems must provide instruction to students on appropriate hygiene practices and other mitigation practices adopted in the local school system. To include the practice of covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue, and if not available, to cover cough or sneeze with their elbows. Used tissues should be thrown in the trash, hands should be washed immediately with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or hand sanitizer should be used for at least 20 seconds. Safety Training for Protocols & Procedures Student Ą Students will participate in training specific to newly adopted health and safety protocols. Ą All students will be trained on information about COVID-19 screening, identification of symptoms, prevention of spread, and sanitation of work areas. Ą If a student is experiencing symptoms they need to immediately notify a teacher. Parent Ą Parents are asked to talk to their students about COVID-19 symptoms and prevention strategies. Teacher/Staff Ą Teachers attend training and develop classroom procedures consistent with TEA, District and CDC guidance. Ą All staff will be trained on COVID screening, identification of symptoms, prevention of spread, and sanitation of work areas. Ą All staff will monitor students that exhibit symptoms and will be required to notify the nurse if a student is showing any symptoms. School Arrival and Dismissal Arrival: When possible, separate entrances will be utilized for car riders, bus riders, walkers and daycares. All staff will be utilized for duty to maintain a line of sight in hallways and distancing of hallway cohorts. Students will go straight to the designated areas set by each campus. Parents will not be allowed to walk students to classrooms. CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Dismissal: Campus will designate staggered dismissal groups. Staggering the groups of walkers, car riders, bus riders or grade level will help manage student movement in the building and decrease the risk of potential crowding outside at dismissal time. Sanitizer stations will be placed at each exit and students will be encouraged to sanitize hands prior to exit. Sibling connections at Elementary campuses will be done outside the building. Separate exits will be utilized for car riders, bus riders, walkers and daycares. Parents picking up students during the day will call ahead so that students can be sent or accompanied to parent vehicles upon arrival. Bus Transportation As schools reopen, students using school bus transportation services will follow revised protocols. Starting at the time when students arrive at their designated bus stop and board the school bus, the new safety and sanitizing protocols will need to be followed. Transportation COVID-19 Protocol: Parent Information The Crowley ISD Transportation Department offers the following guidance to parents and caregivers regarding school bus transportation for daily bus routes as well as field trips. Bus routes will run at 60-65% capacity. Although the district is implementing the safety protocols and disinfecting efforts described below, families are encouraged to drop students off, carpool or walk with their student to school to reduce possible exposure on buses. We are requiring all of our drivers and students to wear masks while on the school bus. General Education/Special Needs/Shuttle Loading and Unloading Procedures Bus Stop Expectations Ą Students should practice social distancing, whenever possible (if there is adequate space and it is safe to do so) while waiting for and approaching the school bus. Ą Students should be wearing masks Ą Students should NOT share food, drinks or personal devices. Morning Boarding Bus Procedures Ą Students should practice social distancing as they approach and board the bus. Ą Students should enter bus with masks on. Ą If allowed by Department of Transportation hand sanitizer will be provided near the bus stairwell. Ą Seating: There will be a maximum of two students to a seat. The middle seat will not be used. Ą Considerations for siblings & younger students mixed with older students CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Ą Bus in motion rules: Masks are to remain on at ALL times while on the bus. Standard Crowley ISD bus rules apply. Ą Students should NOT share food, drinks or personal devices. Unloading at Campus Ą Students will follow campus procedures for unloading the bus. Ą Masks are to remain on while unloading bus Ą Students should practice social distancing whenever possible (if there is adequate space and it is safe to do so) Afternoon Campus Boarding Bus Procedures Ą Students should practice social distancing as they approach and board the bus. Ą Masks are to remain on while loading the bus. Ą Seating: There will be a maximum of two students to a seat. The middle seat will not be used. Ą Considerations for siblings & younger students mixed with older students Ą Bus in motion rules: Masks are to remain on at ALL times while on the bus. Standard Crowley ISD bus rules apply. Ą Students should NOT share food, drinks or personal devices. Unloading at Bus Stop Ą Unloading will start from the front to the back. Ą Students should practice Social Distancing and avoid gathering in groups of 10 or more. Ą Students should NOT share food, drinks or personal devices. Disinfecting Protocol Between each AM, Mid-day & PM Campus drop-off Ą School bus drivers, bus assistants and staff will be spraying and wiping down seats and high-touch items with disinfecting spray. Ą Bus seating areas will be disinfected after each bus route, particularly high-touch surfaces such as bus seats, steering wheels, knobs and stairway handrail. Ą When possible, bus windows will be open to allow outside air to circulate in the bus. Weekly Deep Disinfecting Process Ą Deep cleaning: Electrostatic spraying of bus interiors will occur once a week. CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Walkers Student Ą It is recommended that walkers keep social distance and use a face covering while walking to and from school. Ą As much as possible students will be asked to avoid large groups or gatherings with other students on the campus before or after school. Ą Students will be asked to immediately leave campus and begin walking home at the end of the school day. Parent Ą Parents are encouraged to talk with their child about the health benefits of social distancing. Ą Parents should follow campus guidance on how to pick up their child. Ą Parents are asked to not congregate in large groups with other parents as they wait for their child to be dismissed from campus. Teacher/Staff Ą Assigned staff supervises student arrival and dismissal, ensures that students are wearing masks, directs students to waiting areas and encourages that students maintain desired social distance between students. Ą Teachers will assist in monitoring students to discourage large groups from congregating. Student Car Pool Ą As students exit their car, they will be expected to keep social distance Ą Staff or volunteers will be allowed to open doors or assist with car pool Ą Students will remain at a social distance while waiting to be picked up in of the day. Ą Parents should assist their own child with exiting the car. Ą Parents should follow pick up protocols regarding how to pick up their child. Parent CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL as they wait for their child to be dismissed from campus. as they wait for their child to be dismissed from campus. Ą Assigned staff supervises student arrival, ensures that students are Ą Teachers will not be allowed to volunteer with the opening of car doors. Ą between students. Teacher/Staff Bike Rack Student Ą Students will use every other space in the bike rack to keep distance when arriving at school. Ą Students will immediately leave campus and begin riding their bike home at the end of the school day. Ą Students are not to congregate in large groups with other students on the campus when dismissed from school at the end of the day. Ą It is recommended that students keep social distance and use a face covering while riding their bike home. Parent Ą Parents are encouraged to talk with their child about the health benefits of social distancing. Ą Parents are asked to not congregate in large groups with other parents as they wait for their child to be dismissed from school. Teacher/Staff Ą Teachers assigned to supervise this area will ensure students use every other space in the bike rack for use. Ą Teachers assigned to supervise this area will ensure students use every other space in the bike rack for use. Ą Wash hands or use hand sanitizer upon arrival. Ą Campuses must plan for entry, exit, and transition procedures that reduce large group gatherings (of students and/or adults) in close proximity. Student General Building Arrival CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Ą Students will be assigned to report to a specific area and will be expected to adhere to schedules for morning arrival. Ą It is required that students and staff wear masks when entering the building and waiting in the designated waiting area. Ą Students will report directly to their first period class. Ą Students are expected to stay seated until they are dismissed by a staff member. Ą Students can utilize the bathroom, but the number of students that enter will be limited. Students must observe social distancing while in the bathroom. Ą Students must wash hands after leaving. If the bathroom door is not propped, students are encouraged to use paper towels when opening a door. Parent Ą Parents are encouraged to talk with their child about the health benefits of wearing a mask at school. Ą Parents are expected to provide their own PPE for their child. Parents are encouraged to talk with their child about the health benefits of social distancing at school, as well as the health benefits of washing their hands, and/or using hand sanitizer. Ą Students and staff will be provided with a reusable face covering. Families will be responsible for daily cleaning and requested to supply a student face covering should the one provided by the school become unusable or lost. Teacher/Staff Ą Campus staff is required to complete the self-screening questions located at every entry point and scan the QR code upon entry. Ą Staff members will be assigned to supervise students who report to multiple areas for morning arrival (gym, cafeteria, library, large spaces). Ą Staff are required to have masks on when entering the building and ensure that they ensure that students are wearing masks in the hallways and in classrooms. Ą Staff will dismiss student cohorts using staggered student release into halls from these areas. Clinic-Elementary and Secondary Medications and Asthma Medication practices will remain the same in the school clinic, except for nebulizer treatments. Due to the increased risk of spreading possible contagions, nebulizer treatments CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL will not be permitted on campus. Asthma 411 program will change to an inhaler with a spacer provided by Asthma 411 and Cook ChildrenŐs. Student Ą Students will be expected to follow campus guidelines for clinic procedures Ą Masks are to be worn at all times except while in the clinic. Ą All students are expected to wash hands or use hand sanitizer prior to entering the clinic. Ą Students are encouraged to read and adhere to the expectations and posted directional prompts/signs to ensure for proper social distancing. Parent Ą Need to bring medication to school per CISD medication Policy, with appropriate label, not expired, with medication from filled out. Ą Parents are encouraged to speak to their children about safety protocols and social distancing. Ą Parents are asked to read and be familiar with all school communication regarding health and safety protocols. Ą Parents should talk to their students about COVID-19 symptoms and prevention strategies, hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette. Ą Ensure students follow up with physician as needed and follow their childŐs asthma action plan. Teacher/Staff Ą Signs will be posted on the walls and floor to ensure appropriate social distancing in the clinic. Ą All students will need a pass to enter the clinic. Ą Teachers/ Staff will alert health clinic to any student absence related to covid-like symptoms. Cafeteria -Breakfast and Lunch Based on building capacity and student enrollment, campus administration will determine areas that may be utilized for lunch. These areas could include classrooms, the library or other large areas within the school building. Lunch times may be staggered Teachers will monitor the cafeteria and hallways to promote social distancing practices. Depending on the number of students in the school, students may have meals in both the cafeteria and in classrooms. Cafeteria capacity will be based on current guidelines. Plexiglass partitions will be at each table to allow for maximum seating capacity. Posted signage and staff will reinforce social distancing and traffic patterns in the cafeteria. Hand sanitizing stations will be available at entrances and exits of the cafeteria. CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Seating & Directions Student Ą Students will be expected to follow campus guidelines for cafeteria procedures. Ą Masks are to be worn at all times except when seated and eating. Ą All students are expected to wash hands or use hand sanitizer prior to entering the cafeteria. Ą Students are encouraged to read and adhere to the expectations and posted directional prompts/signs to ensure for proper social distancing. Parent Ą At this time, due to COVID-19, mealtime visitors will not be permitted in the school cafeterias. Ą Parents are encouraged to speak to their children about safety protocols and social distancing. Ą Parents are asked to read and be familiar with all school communication regarding health and safety protocols. Ą Parents should talk to their students about COVID-19 symptoms and prevention strategies. Teacher/Staff Ą Signs will be posted on the walls and floor to ensure appropriate social distancing in cafeteria lines. Ą Assigned staff supervises students in cafeteria lines, direct students to open seats, and ensures that students maintain desired social distance. Ą Teachers/ Staff will monitor students while in the cafeteria to ensure guidelines are followed. Ą Staff will ensure to maintain a student consistent cohort for Ňin personÓ lunches. Standard Classroom Procedures Classroom protocols and procedures will include expectations regarding not sharing school supplies, social distancing, no or limited group work and hand washing or sanitizing, etc. Teachers will ensure high-touch areas in the classroom are wiped in between classes. Each classroom will be outfitted with the following: Ą Visual reminders of distancing requirements will be in all classrooms marking off areas for common spaces and distancing best practices. Ą Refillable alcohol-based hand sanitizer bottles. Ą Access to disinfectant wipes to sanitize working surfaces. CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Ą Whenever possible, students and staff will maintain consistent groupings of people to minimize the spread of the virus. Ą Technology should be utilized when students are involved in collaborative work. Ą Group or pair work can be implemented while maintaining physical distancing. Ą In classroom spaces that allow it, consider placing student desks a minimum of six feet apart when possible. Ą In classrooms where students are regularly within six feet of one another, schools should plan for more frequent hand washing and/or hand sanitizing and should consider whether increased airflow from the outdoors is possible. Ą The use of outdoor space for learning will be considered when possible. Classroom groups working outside will maintain at least 12-ft of social distancing from other classroom groups. Classroom Training Student Ą Students should wash their hands or use hand sanitizer upon entering each classroom. Ą Students will participate in training specific to newly adopted health and safety protocols. Parent Ą Parents are asked to read all school communication regarding health and safety protocols. Ą Parents should talk to their students about COVID-19 symptoms and prevention strategies. Ą Parents are asked to check their child for temperature and COVID-19 symptoms prior to sending them to school each day. If a child is displaying symptoms, please do not send the child to school. Notify the school nurse or office Teacher/Staff Ą Teachers/staff should be stationed outside their door to provide adequate supervision of their classroom and hallway. Ą Teachers will receive training to deliver classroom lessons on health protocols. Classroom Setup Ą Students will be expected to adhere to class and school-wide protocols Ą items after each use. Student CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Multiple locations of hand sanitizer, tissues, and trash cans will be available in several locations throughout classrooms and common areas Ą Ą Ą distancing. Consistent with TEA guidance, all student desks should face Ą Teachers will create systems to limit the sharing of items such as school Ą Teachers should clean supplies after each use by student. Teacher/Staff Ą of class. If a sink is available in the classroom students should wash their shared Multiple locations of hand sanitizer, tissues, and trash cans will be available in several locations throughout classrooms and common areas Ą Ą Ą distancing. Consistent with TEA guidance, all student desks should face Ą Teachers will create systems to limit the sharing of items such as school Ą Teachers should clean supplies after each use by student. Teacher/Staff Ą of class. If a sink is available in the classroom students should wash their shared Ą After washing hands or using hand sanitizer, students are asked to Ą Students should avoid touching high-touch areas if possible. Students Classroom Arrival Teacher/Staff handles. Water Fountains Water fountains will be turned off and covered. Students will be encouraged to bring their own water bottles to school. Water stations to refill water bottles will be placed throughout the school building. Water Fountain Usage CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Ą Parents are asked to secure a reusable water bottle for their child to bring to Ą Parents are asked to assist students, as needed, to clean water bottles on a daily basis. Parent Ą Students are expected to bring their own reusable water bottle for use throughout the day and expected to take water bottles home to be cleaned on a daily basis. Student Ą Parents are asked to secure a reusable water bottle for their child to bring to Ą Parents are asked to assist students, as needed, to clean water bottles on a daily basis. Parent Ą Students are expected to bring their own reusable water bottle for use throughout the day and expected to take water bottles home to be cleaned on a daily basis. Student Recess/Playground Administrators and Pandemic Response Teams will provide training for staff on guidelines and procedures associated with outdoor play and student activities for each campus. Administrators will develop a schedule for students to access the playground equipment. Teachers will monitor students to ensure safety guidelines are followed. Campuses will consider limiting the number of students per recess group. Staggered schedules and consistent cohorts will be utilized. Develop structured games that consider social distance protocols. Guidelines for Outdoor Play Ą Students will wear masks during the transition to outdoor activity. Students will be allowed a mask break during activity outdoors while socially distanced. Students must maintain social distancing while lining up to return to class and sanitize or wash hands before re-entering. Ą Playground equipment will be taped off and not used until deemed appropriate by local health authorities. Ą All students and staff will be required to wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer before entering and exiting the recess area. Ą While in the classroom, brain breaks and Ňmask breaksÓ will be implemented as needed, at the discretion of the campus/teacher. Elementary Specialized Classrooms/Areas Elementary Specials CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Music Ą Appropriate social distancing measures will be followed. Ą Music equipment will be sanitized and wiped down after each use. Ą Preferably will take place outside when feasible PE Ą Whenever possible, physical education classes will be held outside to allow for maximum physical distance between students. Ą Any activities bringing students into close physical contact, or requiring multiple students to touch or handle the same equipment will be avoided Ą PE equipment will be disinfected and wiped down after each use. Students should disinfect equipment after each use. Ą Visual markers will be on the gym floor and bleachers as reminders of social distancing rules. Ą Procedures will be implemented in the locker rooms to limit social distancing. Ą Students should avoid touching their face at all times, but especially while playing games. Ą Sanitizing areas and access to handwashing will be provided. Ą If enrolled in a PE class, students should bring tennis shoes to participate in class activities. Art Ą Students will use their own art supplies and avoid sharing equipment, utensils and supplies as much as possible. Ą Students should complete cleaning protocols and sanitize their areas in between use. Ą Art equipment will be sanitized and wiped down after each use. Library Ą Visual reminders will be added and furniture rearranged to help students maintain social distancing while in the library. Ą Students and staff will wash/sanitize hands upon entering and after visiting the library. Ą High-touch surfaces (e.g., table tops, chairs, door handles, etc.) will be disinfected regularly. Ą Occupancy will be limited. Secondary Specialized Classrooms & Extracurriculars CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL All extracurricular practices and contests will be conducted following safety protocol provided by guidance from CISD, UIL and TEA. This will include COVID-19 screening, group sizes, sharing & sanitizing of equipment, locker room usage, etc. Students opting for the CISD Virtual Learning Academy will be permitted to participate in on- campus extracurricular activities unless decisions from TEA (Texas Education Agency) or The UIL (University Interscholastic League) are communicated that restrict participation. It will be the responsibility of the parent to transport their student to/from practice sessions, rehearsals, and on-campus contests. Parents and students choosing the CISD Virtual Learning Academy option will need to communicate with the appropriate campus staff (music director, athletic coach, cheer coach, drill team instructor, etc.) of their intention to participate. Extracurricular activities will only be offered on campus in a face-to-face environment. All students will communicate with Athletic Trainers, Coaches, Directors or Instructors to notify them of any exposure or positive tests. Secondary Specialized Classrooms and Extracurricular Programming Physical Ą Whenever possible, physical education classes will be held outside to Education allow for maximum physical distance between students. Ą Any activities bringing students into close physical contact will be avoided. Ą Visual markers will be on the gym floor and bleachers as reminders of social distancing rules. Ą Procedures will be implemented in the locker rooms to limit social distancing. Ą Equipment will be disinfected after each use. Ą Activities requiring multiple students to touch or handle the same equipment will be avoided. Ą Sanitizing areas and access to handwashing will be provided. Athletics Ą Similar to summer strength and conditioning workouts, practices and contests will follow protocols established by UIL, TEA and Crowley ISD. In-season and off-season activities will follow the most current guidelines available. Ą Coaches will provide an orientation of protocols and expectations for students at the beginning of their respective season(s). CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Ą Specific entrances and exits of athletic facilities will be utilized by students for appropriate separation and distancing. Signage will serve as a visual cue and reminder for students. Ą Student-athletes will be assigned to groups for the purposes of maintaining proper distancing and capacity in locker rooms to dress before and after practice sessions. Ą Athletic equipment and uniforms will be issued to athletes. These items will be taken home each day and not left in their athletic locker. Practice uniforms will be laundered at home. Game issued uniforms will be laundered at campus with coaching staff following proper protocols. Ą Equipment used during practices will be sanitized frequently during practice sessions. Ą Athletic areas will be frequently disinfected during the week with an electrostatic misting tool. Ą Athletes will not be allowed to socially congregate before, during, or after practices/workouts. Ą Attendance at scrimmages and games for spectators is yet to be determined and will be communicated as this information becomes available from the UIL and/or TEA. This may also impact ticket sales and seating configurations. Ą Parents and students will be expected to provide timely notification of any health concerns to their coach and athletic trainer (if applicable). Communication, quarantine, and proper disinfecting will occur in the event of a confirmed diagnosis. Ą Water breaks will occur Coaches will organize water breaks with safety and efficiency in mind. Athletes on teams with smaller numbers such as volleyball and basketball may bring their own reusable water bottle clearly marked with their name. Sharing of water or sports drinks will not be allowed at any time. Cheer/ Ą Practices and performances will be conducted following safety protocol Drill Team guidance from CISD, UIL and TEA. This will include COVID-19 screening, group sizes, sharing & sanitizing of equipment, locker room usage, etc. Ą Students are expected to maintain social distancing in all activities and should avoid congregating in groups. Ą Students will enter the locker room to change on a staggered schedule. Ą Students will be asked to wash or sanitize their hands before and after class. CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Ą Equipment, such as ballet barres, will be disinfected/wiped down after each class period by the dance teacher. Ą During center work and across the floor drills, dance students should maintain at least 6 feet apart, but preferable 8-10 feet between each other. Ą Dance, cheer and drill team students will be encouraged to bring their own water bottle (if allowed by the campus) and a personal towel to wipe perspiration. Ą Cheer and drill team students will not share equipment/props (i.e. pom poms, megaphones, etc.) Ą Students will be encouraged to wear appropriate dance attire and will rotate through the dressing rooms in small groups to change before/after class. If a student isnŐt comfortable using the shared dressing room space, they can participate in class while wearing the clothes they wore to school. Ą Students will be asked to bring their own mask. Ą Large group practice sessions, sectionals and rehearsals will adhere to social distancing guidelines provided by an authorized entity (e.g., CISD, TEA, UIL, etc.). Ą Off-campus fine arts performances will only be conducted if specific guidance is provided by an authorized entity (e.g., CISD, TEA, UIL, etc.) Ą Concerts/performances may be adjusted based on health and safety guidelines provided by an authorized entity (e.g., CISD, TEA, UIL, etc.) including, but not limited to, transportation procedures, number of attendees and the orientation of concerts. Virtual performances or concerts will be considered, if determined appropriate. No spectators allowed for indoor performances. Ą All fine arts performances will be streamed online when possible. Ą Booster club meetings should be held virtually to minimize outside exposure to campuses. Ą Students will access private practice rooms and communicate virtually with private lesson instructors. CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Fine Arts Ą Large group practice sessions, sectionals and rehearsals will adhere to social distancing guidelines provided by an authorized entity (e.g., CISD, TEA, UIL, etc.). Ą Fine arts music private lesson teachers will not be allowed to teach on campus facilities until further guidance is provided by an authorized entity. Private lessons may continue to be conducted virtually if agreed upon between individual families and the lesson teacher. All district guidelines and pricing will continue to be adhered to. Ą Off-campus fine arts performances will only be conducted if specific guidance is provided by an authorized entity (e.g., CISD, TEA, UIL, etc.) Ą Concerts/performances may be adjusted based on health and safety guidelines provided by an authorized entity (e.g., CISD, TEA, UIL, etc.) including but not limited to transportation procedures, number of attendees, and the orientation of concerts. Virtual performances or concerts will be considered, if determined appropriate. Ą All fine arts performances will be streamed online when possible. Ą Booster club meetings should be held virtually to minimize outside exposure to campuses. Ą Students will access private practice rooms and communicate virtually with private lesson instructors. Ą Band will need to remain outside, social distance for marching and preferably not be seated in the stands at the games due to the risk of exposure. CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL School Events and Activities Guidelines for School Wide Events/Activities Ą Campuses are prohibited from planning large attendance events such as all-school assemblies, parties, socials, pep rallies, etc. that bring large groups of students together at one time until further notice. Ą Administration will follow all CISD, UIL and CDC guidelines in regards to games, practices, etc. Ą Any school wide events that are approved to be held on campus must adhere to requirements outlined by Crowley ISD, TEA and UIL. (Examples: grade level pep rallies, assemblies, performances, etc.) Some athletic events may be live streamed and/or occur virtually when possible. Ą To limit larger gatherings, campus club meetings should be held virtually when possible. If meeting in person is required, groups should utilize larger meeting spaces or multiple meeting opportunities will be provided. Ą PTA and Boosters must collaborate with and seek approval from campus/district administration prior to any event that is planned. Ą Back to school and transitional events will be planned in a manner that minimizes large congregation of people in one spot. On-and Off-Campus Student Activities On/Off Campus Activities, Field Trips & School Wide Events On-Campus Activities Field Trips PTA event and fundraising information is pending. Meet the teacher, open house, parent conferences, etc. will be held Ą virtually. Ą Ą Ą Ą Ą Off-campus field trips will be scheduled as appropriate to meet curricular needs while maintaining proper social distancing practices. CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Ą Virtual field trips will be considered as often as possible. Off-Campus Ą Campuses will limit students from leaving campus after school prior to Activities travel or start of extra-curricular or co-curricular activities when possible. Ą Student participation in academic contests (Math and Science Team, Robotics, Academic Pentathlon) will only be attended if specific guidance is provided by an authorized entity (e.g.,Host site, CISD, TEA, the UIL, etc.). Ą Special Education Community Based Instruction (CBI) guidance will be followed to ensure these learning environments are available to our students per ARD/IEP recommendations. School Wide Ą Any school wide events that are approved to be held on campus need Events to adhere to social distancing requirements outlined by CISD, TEA and UIL. (Examples: grade level pep rallies, assemblies, performances, etc.) Ą School wide events will be live streamed and/or occur virtually when possible. Ą To limit larger gatherings, campus club meetings should be held virtually when possible. If meeting in person is required, groups should utilize larger meeting spaces or multiple meeting opportunities will be provided. Hallways and Lockers Classroom Transitions, Hallways & Lockers Ą Students are encouraged to observe and follow school hall traffic flow Ą Where possible, one-way traffic throughout campus corridors will be Ą hall when walking. Elementary CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Ą When possible, it is recommended that students make transitions outside of the building. Ą Students will not be assigned a locker. Students will be permitted to bring backpacks to class. Ą For grade levels that implement departmentalization of subject areas, teachers will move to students for transitions in instruction and students will remain in their homeroom class. Ą Students and staff must wear face coverings in the halls and avoid gathering in large groups during passing periods. Secondary Ą Students are expected to observe and follow school hall traffic flow directions while maintaining social distancing guidelines. Ą Students and staff must wear face coverings in the halls and avoid gathering in large groups during passing periods. Ą To prevent congregating during transition times, students will not be assigned an academic locker. Students will be permitted to bring backpacks to class. Ą Staggered releases from each class will be organized to limit the number of students in the hallway during transitions. Ą In two-way halls students are expected to stay to the far right of the hall when walking. Ą Visual markers will be developed to help students maintain physical distances and adhere to established campus traffic flow in hallways. Ą Traffic patterns will be established throughout the campus that separates individuals to the greatest extent possible. Ą Students should immediately report to their next class and not congregate in the hallway. Emergencies and Drills Crowley ISD will continue to follow the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) and its emergency actions of Lockout, Lockdown, Evacuate and Shelter. notifying staff and students that a drill is commencing and that one designated group Emergency Evacuation Protocols CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL will delay exiting their classroom for a specific period of time (60 to 90 seconds, as determined by the principal) in order to allow social distancing by reducing pedestrian load in hallways and exit points. At the conclusion of the drill, the groups will stagger their re-entry to the building to maintain social distancing. Note: this process can be implemented for other drills or campus activities where reducing hallway load is needed. After each drill, staff and students will be reminded that in an actual emergency, they must exit/evacuate without delay and without a staggered exit/evacuation. Ą Actual Emergencies: Administration will emphasize that social distancing will not be required during an actual emergency such as a fire, lockdown, shelter for dangerous weather, evacuation, etc. Cleaning/Sanitizing/Disinfecting Agents Cleaning-Sanitizing-Disinfecting Agents (and links to MSDS information sheets) used by Crowley ISD Custodial Services Ą Virex II 256 Primary use is for cleaning and sanitizing horizontal and vertical surfaces: Ą Student desks, classroom work areas Ą Cafeteria tables Ą Handrails Ą Countertops Ą Push-bars on doors Ą High-touch items 1 Crew Tub and Tile Disinfectant Cleaner and Virex II 256(COVID-19 Rated): Primary use is for bathroom floors, stalls/partitions, urinals and toilets. 1 Prominence Heavy Duty Floor Cleaner: Used for mopping and auto-scrubbing of non-carpeted, non-restroom floors (VCT and concrete flooring): Ą Hallways, cafeteria, clinic 1 Virex ll 256 and Oxivir Five 16 (Both are COVID-19 Rated) Used upon special request (multiple cases of flu, report of staph, MRSA, etc.) to disinfect: CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL Ą A grade-level area Ą Wing of a building Ą Locker room CROWLEY ISD SAFE RETURN TO SCHOOL