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      HYDE LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL
               BRONX, NEW YORK
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HYDE’S 2020 VIRTUAL LEARNING PLAN
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What follows are Hyde's complete plans for virtual learning during the spring of 2020.
Needless to say, we are continuously developing our programs and the supporting
technology as we learn from our experience.

During this time of “social distancing,” Hyde continues to stay in touch with students
and families every day. We keep daily attendance and maintain daily contact with
students and families. We are proud of the fact that our virtual learning attendance is as
strong as our “regular” school attendance. We see this level of student engagement as
an endorsement of our teachers' virtual programs as well as a reminder of how
important the school is as a stabilizing force in the social and emotional lives of our
students, especially during a time of trial and uncertainty.

As a K-12 college preparatory school, Hyde serves a wide spectrum of developmental
stages- from four-years-olds to eighteen-years-olds, to college students and beyond.
We have compiled separate plans for each division: K-3, our elementary school; 4-8,
our middle school; and 9-12, our high school and post-secondary success program.
Several themes unify all three virtual learning plans: character development signature
programs, individualized support for students with special needs, and a blending of
asynchronous and synchronous instruction. All three divisions have online tools, with
grades 2nd-12th utilizing Chromebooks and Google Classroom as the main tool/
platform (many others mentioned in the documents). We continue to troubleshoot the
needs of students and staff and are pleased with the degree of engagement our
students are experiencing.

The new formats and modes of learning available through our virtual learning programs
have unleashed opportunities for students to discover their talents and interests and
provide innovative ways for individualized instruction and personalized learning. While
we badly miss being in the school buildings with everyone else, we are learning so
much as we make adjustments, rise to new challenges, and get more and more out of
our technology tools to share, to grow, and to learn.

Sincerely,

Thomas Sturtevant, Executive Director

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Hyde’s elementary school is a place of joy
and an excitement for learning. Our
transition to a virtual learning program
continues this focus as we offer students
our inclusive program where all learners
feel safe, nurtured, and challenged. Our
staff will continue to embrace the
uniqueness of each child as they develop
their character, grow academically, and
tend to their social-emotional well-being. We view the shift to virtual learning as an
opportunity to engage with students in new and innovative ways.

The elementary school virtual learning plan follows an asynchronous learning model.
We feel strongly that this student-centered approach to learning offers our students
and families the flexibility they need during our time online. Teachers post lessons in a
variety of subjects to the online classrooms and students complete those lessons at
their own pace throughout the day. Teachers also schedule virtual face-to-face
check-ins with students each week.

PLATFORMS FOR DAILY USE
Hyde’s elementary school uses the following technology and communication systems
for virtual learning:

 Resource              Audience                     Description and Access

                       All community members        Hyde’s website maintains general information
 School Website
                       and the general public       and provides important updates.

                                                    Hyde’s School Reach system calls, texts, and
 School Reach
                       K-3 Families                 emails important announcements to all
 (SwiftK12)
                                                    families.

                       School administrators,       All school administrators, teachers, and staff
 Email                 teachers, staff, and         are available and can be reached through
                       families                     email.

                                                    School administrators and teachers continue to
                       School administrators,       communicate with families through ClassDojo.
 ClassDojo             teachers, staff, and         Assignments will be posted through ClassDojo
                       families                     and students should submit assignments
                                                    through this platform.

                       School Administrators,
                                                    G Suite (including Gmail, Docs, Classroom,
 G Suite               teachers, staff, and
                                                    Hangouts) is used by teachers.
                       families

                                                    Teachers continue to use the American
                                                    Reading Company Framework, which includes
 American Reading
                       K-3 teachers and students    access to online resources to assess and track
 Company
                                                    student progress. Students will continue to log
                                                    on to the online bookshelf.

                                                    Teachers will continue to use the Bridges
                                                    curriculum, which includes an online
 Bridges               Teachers
                                                    component to assess and track students, as
                                                    well as Math apps to support student learning.

                                                    Hyde students continue to access online
 School
                       K-3 teachers and students    school subscriptions such as IXL, BrainPOP,
 Subscriptions
                                                    Tumblebooks, Read&Write, etc.

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (K-3)
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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL VIRTUAL LEARNING EXPECTATIONS
As a community of learners, Hyde’s elementary school shared expectations during our
virtual learning program are as follows:

STUDENTS
   Be responsible for your learning and know your schedule.
   Use ClassDojo(1st & 2nd) and Google Classroom (K & 3rd) to access assignments
    and to post completed assignments.
   Complete a minimum of 3 activities out of 5 to receive attendance credit for the day.
   Attend a video or phone conference once a week to discuss targeted skills.
   Practice the Hyde Words and Principles.
   Comply with Hyde’s Internet Acceptable Use Policy.

TEACHER
   Post the given lesson/ activity at the indicated time on the schedule.
   Monitor and respond to each student’s post/ message within 24 hours with
    encouraging feedback.
   Communicate and troubleshoot with students and families who are struggling with
    participation.
   Develop ways to meet individual student needs and develop plans for further
    differentiation.
   Conference weekly with each student through video or phone, checking in twice a
    week with students who are reading at an at-risk level.
   Report daily attendance.
   Use formative and summative assessments during our virtual learning shift.
   Develop assessments through the support of the Academic Deans and the Director
    of Academic Programs.
   Plan and co-plan by making adjustments to each week’s lesson plan based on
    teacher and student experiences from the prior week.
   Weekly co-planning and department meetings will occur remotely and be
    scheduled by co-teachers and instructional leads. Professional development and
    faculty meetings will also occur remotely and will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays.

FAMILIES
 Establish routines and expectations for your student.
 Take an active role in helping your student process their learning.
 Define the physical space for your child’s study.
 Check school communication sites and also communicate with the school as
  needed .
 Communicate proactively with your teachers if you need additional support or
  cannot meet deadlines.
 Proactively seek out and communicate with other adults at Hyde as needs arise
  including counselors and the Family Education Department.
 Act quickly to get help from Hyde’s IT team when encountering technical difficulties
  at hhelpdesk@hydebronxny.org.

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (K-3)
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WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Below is the weekly schedule for elementary school students:

 Times                Lessons

                      Post Morning Meeting Message
 8:00 am
                      S: Responding to the prompt in MM
                      T: Monitor and respond to student posts check-in with co-teacher(s)

                      Post 100 Book Challenge (Independent Reading Block)

 8:45 am              S: Responding to 100 Book Challenge prompt
                      T: Monitor and respond to student posts
                      1:1 Student conferencing/support

                      Specials Posted: Art, Music, PE, Performing Arts & Science

 9:30 am              S: Completing art work, sending to teacher assigned
                      T: Monitor and respond to student posts,
                      1:1 Student conferencing/support

                      Post Literacy (M, W) and Number Stories (T, Th)

 10:15 am             S: Completing the activity
                      T: Monitor and respond to student posts
                      1:1 Student conferencing/support

                      Movement Break
 11:00 am
                      S: Completing the activity

                      Post Writing (M, W) and Math (T, Th)

 11:15 am             S: Completing the activity
                      T: Monitor and respond to student posts
                      1:1 Student conferencing/support

                      S: Completing assignments listed above, participating in Conferences
 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm   T: Monitor and respond to student posts
                      1:1 Student conferencing/support, planning/co-planning

                      Friday Schedule

 8:00 am              Discovery Group

                      S & T: Attending Discovery Group Meetings and Completing the Social
                      Emotional Learning activity connected to the Hyde Five Words.

 8: 45 am             100 Book Challenge

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                         Friday Schedule (continued)

                         Specials: Art, Music, PE, Performing Arts & Science
    9:30 am
                         S: Completing art work, sending to teacher assigned
                         T: Monitor and respond to student posts
                         1:1 Student conferencing/support

                         Fun Friday Activity
    10:15 am
                         Virtual field trips
                         Topic explorations and supporting activities

                         Family Friday Activity
    11:00 am
                         The purpose of this is to unite the family and support the growth of each family
                         through a character-building activity.

    12:00 pm - 3:00 pm   Teacher Professional Development

SUPPORT FOR SPECIAL POPULATIONS
     Students with Disabilities: Lessons and classwork are adapted for students
      based on their individual needs. Students with disabilities receive additional 1:1
      conferencing throughout our online learning program. All third-grade students also
      have access to Read&Write, a Google-based extension that improves accessibility,
      including the read aloud, speech-to-text, dictionary, etc. features. Teachers also
      use this tool in grades K-3 to record audio files and link them to instructional
      materials.

     Related Services: Speech therapists, counselors, occupational therapists and
      physical therapists currently assigned by the NYCDOE to serve charter school
      students provide tele-therapy, where appropriate and feasible. We are in
      communication and working with our service providers to get them connected to all
      students in our classroom platforms.

     Counseling: Students receive their mandated and/or at-risk counseling through
      online platforms.

     English Language Learners: ENL teachers provide additional support to our
      ELLs by supporting students with classwork through providing adaptations and
      monitoring and responding to student work. ENL teachers also be conference with
      students 1:1 and providing additional lessons and activities targeting reading,
      writing, listening and speaking skills.

     Reading and Math Intervention: Intervention teachers provide additional
      lessons and activities that are targeted to students receiving intervention. They also
      meet virtually with students via video or phone to conference with students on
      targeted skills.

SPRING BREAK
From April 9th to 17th, elementary students will engage in the following opportunities:

           Independent activities in reading, literacy, math, and movement as an
            extension of class work.
           Community building activities, including time to connect “live” with staff
            and peers.
           Virtual community service project.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL (4-8)
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Hyde’s middle school virtual learning
program continues to inspire children
toward academic achievement and
excellent character. Our move to a virtual
model continues to promote student-
centered learning, rigorous instruction, and
the cultivation of strong trusting
relationships with all members of our
learning community. We are committed to engaging students in critical thought and
dialogue. We view the shift to remote learning as an opportunity to engage with
students in new and innovative ways. Online assignments ensures students meet
standards and objectives outlined in curriculum maps in order to maintain course
pacing.

The middle school program follows a synchronous learning model. Teachers and
students will engage daily through live instruction and weekly through student
conferencing. All live lessons are recorded and can be accessed by students at
anytime. We believe this model provides middle school students with a structured
approach during this transition.

PLATFORMS FOR DAILY USE
Hyde’s middle school uses the following technology and communication systems for
virtual learning:

 Resource            Audience                         Description and Access

                     All community members            Hyde’s website maintains general information
 School Website
                     and the general public           and provides important updates for families.

                                                      Teachers will continue to update attendance
 PowerSchool &       School Administrators,           and grades in PowerSchool. Hyde’s School
 School Reach        teachers, staff, students,       Reach system will call, text, and email all
 (SwiftK12)          and families                     families with major communications and
                                                      announcements.

                     School Administrators,
                                                      All administrators, teachers, and staff are
 Email               teachers, staff, students,
                                                      available and can be reached through email.
                     and families

                     School Administrators,           Administrators and teachers continue to
 ClassDojo           teachers, staff, students,       communicate with families through
                     and families                     ClassDojo.

                     School Administrators,           G Suite (including Classroom, Hangouts,
 G Suite             teachers, staff, students,       Gmail, Docs, etc.) will be used for virtual
                     and families                     instruction.

                                                      Middle school students in intervention
 Read 180 &          4-5 teachers and
                                                      programs continue to use Read 180 &
 Systems 44          students
                                                      Systems 44.

                     4-8 teachers and                 Middle school students will continue to
 eDoctrina
                     students                         receive math assessments through eDoctrina.

                                                      Middle school math teachers develop
 Smart Learning      4-8 teachers and
                                                      interactive math work through the Smart
 Suite               students
                                                      Learning Suite program.

                                                      Hyde middle school students will continue to
                     4-8 teachers and
 Websites                                             access online school tools such as IXL,
                     students
                                                      Quizlet, Khan Academy, Brain POP, etc.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL VIRTUAL LEARNING EXPECTATIONS
As a community of learners, Hyde’s middle school shared expectations during our
virtual learning program are as follows:

STUDENTS
   Know your schedule.
   Use Google Classroom daily for coursework.
   Check Hyde email account daily.
   Communicate proactively with your teachers if you need additional support or
    cannot meet deadlines.
   Complete assignments and tasks in a timely manner.
   Monitor grades on PowerSchool.
   Proactively seek out and communicate with other adults at Hyde as needs arise
    including counselors and the Family Education Department.
   Practice the Hyde Words and Principles.
   Act quickly to get help from Hyde’s IT team when encountering technical difficulties
    at hhelpdesk@hydebronxny.org.
   Comply with Hyde’s Internet Acceptable Use Policy.

TEACHERS
   Teachers are required to spend 8 hours per day engaged in online teaching
    (including direct instruction, grading, conferencing with students, contacting
    students via phone/email, etc.).
   All lessons, learning activities, materials, and assignments are posted by 8:00 am
    on the designated day(s) for specific courses.
   All assignments will be due by 11:59 pm on the due date. We will follow our 10-day
    policy regarding late assignments.
   Feedback will be provided to all students on all coursework by 4:00 pm of the
    following day for students’ review.
   The scope of work completed by teachers on a daily basis will vary by individual,
    however, it is our expectation that teachers are actively online and instructing
    during designated times (based on the online schedule) and that teachers are
    conducting and tracking conferences, grading, providing feedback, planning
    upcoming lessons, etc. during all other days.
   Teachers/co-teachers will identify a 2 hour block of time to call home to address
    missing assignments. This 2 hour block should not conflict with faculty meeting
    times. All calls should be tracked in the communication tracker for online school.
   Weekly co-planning and department meetings will occur remotely and be
    scheduled by co-teachers and instructional leads. Faculty meetings will also occur
    remotely and will be held from 3:00-4:30pm on Tuesdays and 1:15-3:30pm on
    Fridays.
   All assignments must be graded and entered into Gradebook. We maintain the
    same expectations for gradebooks in terms of numbers of assignments as we
    would if we were not remote.
   Maintain an accurate record of all interactions with students, including whole class
    and small group lessons, phone calls, video conferences, emails, etc.
   All mini-lessons should be recorded and uploaded.
   Office Hours are determined by teachers and are added to teacher schedules by
    individual teachers once approved by direct instructional leads. This information
    must be readily accessible to students.

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FAMILIES
   Establish routines and expectations for your student.
   Take an active role in helping your student process their learning.
   Define the physical space for your child’s study.
   Check school communication sites and also communicate with the school as
    needed.

WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Below are the weekly schedules for middle school students:

4th
           Monday           Tuesday            Wednesday            Thursday         Friday
Grade

                                                                                     Teacher
9:00       Math             ELA                Math                 ELA
                                                                                     Office Hours

                                                                                     Discovery
10:00      Science          PA                 Science              PE
                                                                                     Group

           ELA/Math                            ELA/Math
11:00                       Visual Arts                             Music
           Intervention                        Intervention

           Teacher Office   Teacher Office
12:00
           Hours            Hours

           Student          Student            Student              Student
1:00
           Conferencing     Conferencing       Conferencing         Conferencing

                                               Teacher Office
2:00
                                               Hours

           Teacher Office                      Teacher Office
3:00
           Hours                               Hours

           Teacher Office   Teacher Office     Teacher Office       Teacher Office
Evening    Hours            Hours              Hours                Hours
           5:00-6:00 pm     5:00-6:00 pm       4:00-5:00 pm         5:00-6:00 pm

5th
          Monday            Tuesday          Wednesday          Thursday        Friday
Grade

9:00      Math              ELA              Math               ELA             PE

10:00     Robotics          Music            Robotics           Visual Arts     Intervention Group 2

          Intervention                                          Discovery
11:00                       PA               Health                             Intervention Group 3
          Group 1                                               Group

          Student           Teacher          Student            Teacher
12:00
          Conferencing      Office Hours     Conferencing       Office Hours

          Student           Student          Student            Student
1:00
          Conferencing      Conferencing     Conferencing       Conferencing

          Teacher Office    Teacher          Teacher            Teacher
2:00
          Hours             Office Hours     Office Hours       Office Hours

          Teacher Office    Teacher          Teacher
3:00
          Hours             Office Hours     Office Hours

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6th
        Monday           Tuesday           Wednesday          Thursday           Friday
Grade

9:00    Robotics         ELA               Robotics           ELA                6th Arts

        Math
10:00                    Social Justice    Health             Social Justice     PE
        Intervention

                         Discovery                            Math
11:00   Math                               Math
                         Group                                Intervention

        Student                            Student
                         Teacher Office                       Teacher Office
12:00   Conferencing/                      Conferencing/
                         Hours                                Hours
        Office Hours                       Office Hours

        Student          Student           Student            Student
1:00    Conferencing/    Conferencing/     Conferencing/      Conferencing/
        Office Hours     Office Hours      Office Hours       Office Hours

                         Student                              Student
                                           Teacher Office
2:00                     Conferencing/                        Conferencing/
                                           Hours
                         Office Hours                         Office Hours

                         Teacher Office    Teacher Office
3:00
                         Hours             Hours

7th
        Monday           Tuesday          Wednesday         Thursday           Friday
Grade

9:00    Health           ELA              7th Arts          ELA

                         Math                               Discovery          Math
10:00   Math                              Math
                         Intervention                       Group              Intervention

11:00   Robotics         Social Justice   Robotics          Social Justice     PE

        Teacher Office                    Teacher Office    Teacher Office
12:00
        Hours                             Hours             Hours

        Student          Student          Student           Student
1:00    Conferencing/    Conferencing/    Conferencing/     Conferencing/
        Office Hours     Office Hours     Office Hours      Office Hours

        Teacher Office   Student          Teacher Office    Student
2:00
        Hours            Conferencing     Hours             Conferencing

                         Teacher Office   Teacher Office
3:00
                         Hours            Hours

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8th
             Monday            Tuesday             Wednesday        Thursday         Friday
Grade

9:00         Algebra           ELA                 Algebra          ELA              PE

             Living                                Discovery
10:00                          US History                           US History
             Environment                           Group

                                                   Living
11:00        Health                                                                  8th Arts
                                                   Environment

             Student                                                Student
                               Student             Student
12:00        Conferencing/                                          Conferencing/
                               Conferencing        Conferencing
             Office Hours                                           Office Hours

             Student           Student             Student          Student
1:00         Conferencing/     Conferencing/       Conferencing/    Conferencing/
             Office Hours      Office Hours        Office Hours     Office Hours

                               Student                              Student
                                                   Teacher Office
2:00                           Conferencing/                        Conferencing/
                                                   Hours
                               Office Hours                         Office Hours

                               Teacher Office      Teacher Office
3:00
                               Hours               Hours

                                                                    Teacher Office
Evening                                                             Hours
                                                                    4:00-5:00 pm

SUPPORT FOR SPECIAL POPULATIONS
   Students with Disabilities: Lessons and classwork are adapted for students
    based on their individual needs. Students with disabilities receive additional 1:1
    conferencing throughout our virtual learning program. All middle school students
    also have access to Read&Write, a Google-based extension that improves
    accessibility, including the read aloud, speech-to-text, dictionary, etc. features.

   Related Services: Speech therapists, counselors, occupational therapists and
    physical therapists currently assigned by the NYCDOE to serve charter school
    students provide tele-therapy, where appropriate and feasible. We are in
    communication and working with our service providers to get them connected to all
    of our students in Google Classroom.

   English Language Learners: Our ENL teachers provide additional support to
    our ELLs by supporting students with classwork through providing adaptations and
    monitoring and responding to student work. ENL teachers also conference with
    students 1:1 and provide additional lessons and activities targeting reading, writing,
    listening and speaking skills. We’ve also paired our “Entering” and “Emerging”
    students for additional support once a week with an ENL teacher in which they will
    receive direct instruction for an ENL teacher, where one week they target speaking
    and listening, and the next week reading and writing.
          In 4th grade, there is an ENL teacher in all periods of English Language
            Arts, in addition to Reading Intervention periods.
          In 5th grade, there is an ENL teacher in all ELA Intervention periods.
          In 6th-8th grade, students receive ENL support through their math periods.

   Reading and Math Intervention: Our intervention teachers provide additional
    lessons and activities that are targeted to students receiving intervention. They
    also meet virtually with students via video or phone to conference with students on
    targeted skills. 4th grade students will receive 60 minutes each of ELA and math.

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In ELA Intervention, students receive the tiered level of intervention needed based on
their reading level. For students that require tier 3 intervention, they will work on
System 44 through the instructional software. Those that require tier 2 will work on
Read 180’s instructional software (at a scaffolded level) and those that are Tier 1 will
be challenged by being placed in Level 5 of the instructional software, helping them
expand their literacy skills. Both softwares (Read 180 and System 44) include a variety
of zones for kids to explore in which they learn, practice and ultimately assess different
areas of literacy (Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening). In addition, teachers conduct
reading conferences with students, as students are expected to read independently for
20 minutes a day. They will complete interactive reading logs, via Google Classroom,
and have a wide selection of books to read from (digitally) via Read 180.

   Counseling Services: Students receive their mandated and/or at-risk
    counseling through online platforms. Both the 4-6th grade counselor and 7-8th
    grade counselor will implement character education and social emotional learning
    activities on a weekly basis. All mandated and at risk counseling sessions are held
    via Google Video Hangouts. Counselors also have office hours for students to
    “drop in”. Session notes for mandated students are recorded in SESIS and At Risk
    notes will be recorded via the standard google form. Counselors will continue
    ongoing communication with administrative and teaching staff members.
    Counselors attend grade level meetings in order to stay connected to the teaching
    teams and to ascertain information regarding concerns relative to student
    behaviors, attendance, socio-emotional or academic struggles. Counselors then
    follow up with students and/or families as necessary. Both counselors will continue
    attending IEP meetings via teleconference.

   Counseling Curricular Programs: Hyde has partnered with non-profit, Kid Grit,
    to provide our middle school students with a holistic approach combining
    mindfulness, social emotional learning, youth development and character building.
    Kid Grit works with students to build the necessary life skills in areas such as stress
    and anxiety management, self-control, increased productivity, and improved
    attention span in academic classes, sports and the arts. Additionally, we have a
    partnership with a national non-profit organization, Ruling Our Experiences (ROX)
    which has helped boost the confidence of our middle school girls by providing them
    with the tools and resources to tackle challenges head on. Each year, 48 girls
    between the 6th and 7th grade are provided the opportunity to be part of the ROX
    Program. All 48 girls will continue to receive their ROX Lessons and receive
    ongoing support from their counselor through virtual meetings.

   High School Articulation: During remote learning we continue to provide
    support to our 8th grade students and families as they complete the high school
    articulation process. The 8th grade counselor is tracking all high school applications
    and communicates with all 8th grade families via phone regarding their progress,
    decisions, etc.

SPRING BREAK
From April 9th to 17th, middle school students will engage in the following
opportunities:

        Independent project-based activities for students to take on as an extension
         of class work.
        Scheduled time to connect “live” with faculty.
        Virtual games & puzzles.
        Resources and best practices to explore how to stay physically and
         emotionally heathy.

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HIGH SCHOOL (9-12)
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Hyde’s high school virtual learning program
continues our rigorous college-preparatory
model committed to developing the deeper
character and unique potential of our
students. Our move to a virtual model
promotes student-centered learning,
rigorous instruction, and the cultivation of
strong trusting relationships with all
members of our learning community. We are committed to engaging students in critical
thought and dialogue. We view the shift to remote learning as an opportunity to engage
with students in new and innovative ways. Online assignments and assessments
ensure students meet standards and objectives outlined in curriculum maps in order to
maintain course pacing and steady academic progress towards high school
graduation.

Our high school virtual program follows an asynchronous learning model. This student-
centered approach to learning offers our students the flexibility they need during our
time online. Teachers will post lessons in a variety of subjects to the virtual classrooms
and students will complete those lessons at their own pace throughout the day.
Teachers are available daily for support and offer weekly office hours for needed
support.

PLATFORMS FOR DAILY USE
Hyde’s high school with use the following technology and communication systems for
virtual learning:

 Resource             Audience                      Description and Access

                      All community members         Hyde’s website maintains general information
 School Website
                      and the general public        and will provide important updates.

                                                    High school students and families will
                                                    continue to access grades through
 PowerSchool &        School Administrators,
                                                    PowerSchool. Hyde’s School Reach
 School Reach         teachers, staff, students,
                                                    (SwiftK12) system will call, text, and email all
 (SwiftK12)           and families
                                                    families with major communications and
                                                    announcements.

                      School Administrators ,
                                                    All administrators, teachers, and staff are
 Email                teachers, staff, students,
                                                    available and can be reached through email.
                      and families

                      School Administrators ,       G Suite (including Classroom, Hangouts,
 G Suite              teachers, staff, students,    Gmail, Docs, etc.) will be used for virtual
                      and families                  instruction.

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HYDE LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL VIRTUAL LEARNING PLAN

HIGH SCHOOL (9-12)
VIRTUAL LEARNING PLAN
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HIGH SCHOOL VIRTUAL LEARNING EXPECTATIONS
As a community of learners, Hyde’s high school shared expectations during our virtual
learning program are as follows:

STUDENTS
   Know your schedule.
   Use Google Classroom daily for coursework.
   Check Hyde email account daily.
   Complete assignments on time.
   Attend DG/ class meetings at scheduled times.
   Attend teacher office hours as needed and communicate proactively with your
    teachers if you need additional support or cannot meet deadlines.
   Monitor grades on PowerSchool.
   Reflect on provided feedback.
   Proactively seek out and communicate with other adults at Hyde as needs arise
    including counselors and the Family Education Department.
   Practice the Hyde Words and Principles.
   Act quickly to get help from Hyde’s IT team when encountering technical difficulties
    at hhelpdesk@hydebronxny.org.
   Comply with Hyde’s Internet Acceptable Use Policy.

TEACHERS
 Post assignments by 8:00 am on class day.
 Complete attendance log for all received assignments.
 Provide private feedback on each assignment by 4pm of the following day.
 Grade assignments and enter them into PowerSchool.
 Co-teachers should meet weekly to plan and to differentiate for individual student
  progress and support.
 Update families weekly.

FAMILIES
   Establish routines and expectations for your student.
   Take an active role in helping your student process their learning.
   Define the physical space for your child’s study.
   Check school communication sites and also communicate with the school as
    needed.

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HIGH SCHOOL (9-12)
VIRTUAL LEARNING PLAN
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WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Below is the weekly schedule for high school students:

    MONDAYS             TUESDAYS            WEDNESDAYS       THURSDAYS     FRIDAYS

    Humanities          Math/Science        Specials/DG      Humanities    Math/Science

       English I
       English II
                           Algebra
       English II
                           Intermediate
        Honors
                            Algebra
       English III                         [Weekly
                           Geometry
       English III                           Assignment]
                           3D Geometric
        Honors                              College Prep
                            Figures
       English IV                          Visual Art I
                           Algebra II
       AP Literature                       Intro to Art
                           Computer Sci:
       World History                       Visual Art
                            Stats
       Global I                            Advanced Art
                           Computer Sci:
       Global II                           Music I
                            Algebra
       US History                          Intro to Music
                           AP Statistics
       AP US History                       Music
                           College Prep                     [Same as       [Same as
       AP World                            Performing
                            Math                               Mondays]       Tuesdays]
        History                               Arts
                           Pre-Calculus
       Civics &                            Intro to PFA
                           Environmental
        Economics                           Advanced
                            Science
       AP Seminar                            Dance
                           Living
       Spanish I                           PE
                            Environment
       Spanish II                          Rhetoric &
                           Physical
       Spanish III                           Composition
                            Science
       Heritage                            Health
                           Physics
        Spanish I                           Discovery
                           General
       AP Spanish                            Group
                            Biology
       Visual
                           AP Computer
        Storytelling
                            Science
       Academic
        Literacy

SUPPORT FOR SPECIAL POPULATIONS

       Students with Disabilities: The high school team is committed to ensuring
        access for students with disabilities by scaffolding and differentiating instruction and
        materials. Special education teachers also schedule virtual 1:1 sessions as needed
        to ensure students are getting the supports they need. All high school students also
        have access to Read&Write, a Google-based extension that improves accessibility,
        including the read aloud, speech-to-text, dictionary, etc. features.

       Related Services: Speech therapists, counselors, occupational therapists and
        physical therapists currently assigned by the NYCDOE to serve charter school
        students provide tele-therapy, where appropriate and feasible. We are in
        communication and working with our service providers to get them connected to all
        of our students in Google Classroom.

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   English Language Learners: Our mission, alongside State guidelines around
    English Language Learners, is to continue providing services considering their
    language proficiency and entitled minutes of service. We aim to support as well as
    challenge their growth as learners of the English Language. It is, therefore,
    imperative that we collaboratively find the best way possible in which we can
    continue to provide services. To that end, below find the guidelines and directives
    we are providing to ensure that continuity of services remains.
        Engage in weekly collaboration/planning meetings with GenEd teachers to
           ensure lessons/activities/assessments are accessible, yet challenging for all
           ELLs within the class.
        In these meetings, timelines for submission of assignments that may present
           processing challenges should be considered. It is also important to note the
           method of submission considering a Universal Design for Learning.
        Differentiate/modify material considering the student’s language proficiency,
           abilities and challenges in the target language. Make these materials
           available to the individual student (or small group of students) via Google
           Classroom.
        Teacher modeling and exemplars uploaded on Google Classroom as
           supplemental materials that can be send to/shared with an individual student
           or small group of students on Google Classroom.
        Ongoing communication, individualized instruction and follow-up with our
           ELLs via Google Chat, email, or phone from our team is vital for their
           success.

COLLEGE AND POST-SECONDARY SUCCESS PROGRAM
We continue to offer a wide menu of post-secondary virtual supports while we are
working remotely including, support with financial aid, transferring, and counseling.

SPRING BREAK
From April 9th to 17th, high school students will have the opportunity to engage in the
following:

          Independent project-based activities for students to take on as an extension
           of class work.
          Schedule time to connect “live” with faculty.
          Virtual games & puzzles.
          Career exploration.
          Resources and best practices to explore how to stay physically and
           emotionally heathy.

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