welcome 2020-2021 students!
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Welcome2020-2021Parents
and Students!Back to School Orientation
with
NBB Administration
The information provided is as we know it on August 13, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
PHASES FOR RE-OPENING
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
AUGUST 31, 2020 REVISITED SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
TARGET START DATE OCTOBER 5, 2020
DELIVERY MODEL SCHOOLING
PREFERENCE FOR STAGE II
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
• All students will be on My School Online while the district is
in Stage I
• A decision to transition to Stage II will be announced no later
than September 30th
• Surveys were completed by parents in July
• Changes to delivery model can be requested but it cannot be
guaranteed
• All requests will be considered at the end of the 1st grading
period (October 22nd)
• Changes in delivery models will result in a change in
teachers and student schedules
School Bell Schedule
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
ATTENDANCE & ANNOUNCEMENTS
• 8:35 a.m. – Student must be logged into the Live Session with the Homeroom Teacher
• Announcements will be broadcasted daily via Dadeschools TV
LUNCH
• Stage I 11:35 a.m-12:05 p.m. (PK, K, & 1st)
12:35 p.m.-1:05 p.m. (2nd-5th grade)
• Stage II Schoolhouse students will have staggered
lunch schedules to allow for social distancing.
SPECIAL AREA CLASSES (ART, MUSIC, PE)
• Kinder (PE only) 10:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
• First Grade (PE only) 11:05 a.m. – 11:35 a.m.
• Second Grade 11:35 a.m. – 12:35 p.m.
• Third Grade 1:05 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.
• Fourth Grade 2:05 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.
• Fifth Grade 10:35 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.
Spanish Class Schedules will vary by grade level
RECESS
• Recess will be provided daily via “Brain Break Sessions” based on individual teacher schedules. **TEACHERS WILL POST THEIR INDIVIDUAL CLASS SCHEDULES/DAILY ASSIGNMENTS IN THE K12 PLATFORM
Student Attendance
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
• Daily Student Attendance is MANDATORY
• Attendance will be taken during the student's first block at 8:35
a.m. and each live class session (not in the Portal).
• Students will be marked tardy if they are not logged into the
session on time.
• The teacher MUST see the student in attendance during the live
session to be considered present.
• Absences will be marked UNEXCUSED.
• Parents will have 5 days to submit an excuse note to the school
registrar at [email protected] or in-person by
appointment only
GETTING PREPARED
FOR DISTANCE LEARNING
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
• Immunizations are still required for all MDCPS enrolled students
• Students must wear a uniform polo to all sessions EVERY DAY.
(Friday shirts allowed on Fridays only)
• Cameras MUST be on during all sessions
• Refer to website for updated MSO Supply List
• Every child in the household will need a computer
(simultaneous live sessions will not allow for sharing of devices)
• No textbooks, all content is available online on K12 platform
• Students requesting devices have been placed on a wait list
(District is awaiting arrival of ordered devices)
Teaching and Learning Expectations
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
• Students will have daily direct instruction from teachers through K12
platform
• Length of teacher-led virtual lessons will vary daily and by subject
area
• Instructional blocks will remain consistent during Stage I & Stage II
• English Language Arts (Reading/Writing) – 120 minutes daily (K-5)
• Mathematics – 60 Minutes daily (K-5)
• Science – 120 minutes weekly (K-1), 150 mins weekly (2nd-5th)
• Social Studies – 120 minutes weekly (K-1), 150 mins weekly (2nd-5th)
• Music – 60 minutes weekly (only for grades 2-5th)
• Art – 60 minutes weekly (only for grades 2-5th)
• Physical Education – 150 minutes weekly
Teaching and Learning
Expectations
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
The Code of Student Conduct has been revised to
include Digital Learning expectations. Students who fail
to comply with the rules/expectations of online learning
and the school will be subject to consequences as
outlined in the CSC.
A link to the new CSC will be sent to all parents via
School Messenger next week.
Exceptional Student Education
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
• Students who have an IEP, EP, or 504 will receive the services
and accommodations that have been agreed upon by the
Student Services Team.
• Consultation and collaboration will be provided by assigned
ESE Teachers per grade level
• Gifted services will be provided by the Gifted Endorsed
Classroom Teacher
• Related services such as speech/language, occupational
therapy, nursing services, and counseling will be provided via
teletherapy. Every effort will be made to schedule services to
avoid the interruption of
core classes.
FOOD AND NUTRITION
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
• Free or Reduced lunch benefits will be active until October
13, 2020. (Everyone must re-apply in order for services to
continue the remainder of the year.)
• During Stage I
• Meals will be distributed Tuesdays/Thursdays 4:00-6:00pm
• Tuesdays: 3 breakfast meals and 3 lunch meals per student
• Thursday: 2 breakfast meals and 2 lunch meals per
student
• Starting September 1st meals can be picked up by the west
gate of the driveway at NBB
• Picking up of meals will require student identification cards.
• Students not on Free/Reduced lunch will need to pay via
PayPams Online for any meals that are picked up
Click Here
to Fill Out
Lunch
Application
Before & After School Care/Story Hour
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
• No before/after school care or clubs during Stage I
• During Stage II programs will be modified with limited
enrollment to allow for social distancing
• Ratio 1:9
• Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade/Monroe
• (305) 646-7220
• Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
• http://www.elcmdm.org
5th Grade Activites
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
• 5th Grade Disney Trip – will not be scheduled this year due to the
district restrictions on field trips
• Virtual Activities may be scheduled throughout the year, details
will be released throughout the year
• 5th Grade End of Year Banquet
• Will depend on district policies
• Fundraisers will be modified to allow for Stage 1 & 2 restrictions
• End-of-year Awards Assembly
• District policies will determine how and where it will be held
• Virtual Assembly is an option
WEEK OF WELCOME! (WOW)
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to
change.
August 24-August 28
District Offered Activities and orientations for
families to become acclimated with the K12 program
and expectations. Information will be available on
the Reopening of Schools Website
http://reopening.dadeschools.net
MEET AND GREET SCHEDULE FOR
AUGUST 28TH
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
GRADE/DEPARTMENT TIME
PK 10:00 A.M. - 10:30 A.M.
K 10:30 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.
1 11:00 AM-11:30 AM
2 12:30 PM-1:00 PM
3 1:00 PM-1:30 PM
4 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
5 2:00 PM – 2:30 P.M.
SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
The office will be open for service by appointment only. All visitors
MUST present government issued identification to gain entry. Facial
coverings must be worn at all times while on campus and social
distancing must be maintained whenever possible.
Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Appointments: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Reason for appt will determine time of appt
Meetings/Conferences will be held on virtual platforms to the
extent possible.
Stay in Touch
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
• District Website: http://www.dadeschools.net
• School Website: http://normabutlerbossard.net
• Reopening Website:http://reopening.dadeschools.net/
• Twitter: @NBB_Elementary
• Instagram: nbb_elementary
• NBB School APP: Download on your mobile
device’s app store
• School Messenger: Make sure your information is
up-to-date on your Parent Portal to receive messages
via email or text
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
AUGUST 31, 20208:35 A.M.
Independent Online Learning (IOL)
CONTACT INFORMATION
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
ADMINISTRATION
• Dr. Concepcion Santana, Principal: [email protected]
• Dr. Elba Gebara, Asst. Principal (Gr. K-2): [email protected]
• Ms. Heather Parker, Asst. Principal (Gr. 3-5): [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
COUNSELORS
• Maria Rodriguez, School Counselor (K-2): [email protected]
• Janette Puig, School Counselor (3-5): [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
The information provided is as we know it on August 24, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
Support Staff
• Jessica Miller, Treasurer/Principal’s Secretary: [email protected]
• Stefanie Saliva, Registrar: [email protected]
• Shiloh Monroe, ASC/Community School Specialist: [email protected]
Q & A
The information provided is as we know it on August 13, 2020. Information is fluid and subject to change.
Stage II Updates will be provided following the
determination of the physical return to school.