- Norman Public Schools
- Back-to-School 2020
Back-to-School Information
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Please continue to check this site regularly as plans and procedures are subject to change.
IN-PERSON LEARNING UPDATE - Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2020
After carefully evaluating updated guidance, various instructional options and information from state agencies, the Norman Board of Education has voted to phase students back into full-time, traditional learning. All three learning options — traditional, blended and virtual — will continue to be offered. However, students who are enrolled in the traditional learning option will be phased back into school buildings over the next three weeks, as outlined below.
Sept. 28 - Oct. 2
- Elementary students will return to full-time, traditional instruction.
- Middle school students will return to school on an alternate schedule.
- High school students will continue following the remote learning schedule.
Oct. 5 - Oct. 7
- *There is no school Oct. 8-9 due to fall break.
- Elementary students continue full-time, traditional instruction.
- Middle school students will return to full-time, traditional instruction.
- High school students will return to school on an alternate schedule.
Oct. 12 - Oct. 16
- All students will report to school for full-time, traditional instruction.
After the phase-in process is complete, students will continue following a full-time schedule unless the Oklahoma COVID-19 Alert System reports Cleveland County in the red level.
It has always been our intention to provide a safe pathway for in-person instruction, as we know the vast majority of our students learn best in our classrooms. We also know that for some students, our schools offer safety, protection and resources that might not otherwise exist in their lives. Additionally, parents, teachers and students have shared with us their desire for consistency to ensure reliable routines for students and families and adequate time for teachers to plan delivery models for their instruction. By offering full-time, traditional learning, we can provide as much consistency as possible while still providing educational choices for families who prefer our blended or virtual learning options.
In addition to following CDC guidelines with regard to safeguards in schools to the extent possible, we will continue to work closely with the Oklahoma State Department of Health to mitigate transmission of COVID-19. We are also prepared to transition to remote learning on a school-by-school basis if advised to do so by health department officials.
It is important to recognize that many teachers have legitimate health concerns about providing in-person instruction during these challenging times. We absolutely understand these valid concerns and respect our teachers in their desire for a safe workplace. These are our colleagues, our friends and the people who are responsible for directly preparing and inspiring all students to achieve their full potential. We are always committed to providing learning environments that are as safe as possible for our students, teachers and staff, which is why we will continue to work diligently to provide as many accommodations and options as we possibly can for our educators.
Providing in-person instruction amid a pandemic is certainly an issue that schools are struggling with across the state, nation and beyond. Opening schools has become a polarizing issue, however, the one thing we can all agree on is that we all want what is best for students and teachers alike. If we work together, show grace for one another and focus on our shared goals, I am confident we will get through this.
Sincerely,
Dr. Nick Migliorino
Superintendent
Norman Public Schools
Frequently Asked Questions (updated 8/28)
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Covid-19 Alert System
Criteria used to determine if learning can take place in person is based upon the Covid-19 Alert System, which was developed by the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) and has been adopted by the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE). Regardless of the alert level, if school is in session parents may choose to continue remote learning or enroll in any of the education options offered by the district.
Los criterios utilizados para determinar si el aprendizaje puede tener lugar en persona se basan en el Sistema de Alerta Covid-19, que fue desarrollado por el Departamento de Salud del Estado de Oklahoma (OSDH) y ha sido adoptado por el Departamento de Educación del Estado de Oklahoma (OSDE). Independientemente del nivel de alerta, si la escuela está en sesión, los padres pueden optar por continuar con el aprendizaje remoto o inscribirse en cualquiera de las opciones educativas que ofrece el distrito.
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Safeguards at Schools
Click here to learn more about safeguards in our schools.
Haga clic aquí para obtener más información sobre las salvaguardias en nuestras escuelas.
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COVID-19 Exposures and Positive Cases
Click here for information about protocols related to Covid-19 notifications, quarantines and returning to school after exposure or diagnosis.
Haga clic aquí para obtener información sobre los protocolos relacionados con las notificaciones de Covid-19, las cuarentenas y el regreso a la escuela después de la exposición o el diagnóstico.
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Remote Learning versus Virtual Learning
Remote Learning vs. Virtual Learning: Students who have enrolled in either the traditional/remote learning option or the blended learning option will begin the school year with remote learning. Remote learning occurs when school buildings are closed, or if quarantines become necessary, and students learn from remote locations. Virtual learning, however, is designed for students who have enrolled in one of our full-time virtual learning options. Remote learning will be vastly different than what students experienced in the spring, as we have had time to prepare for this learning environment.
Aprendizaje remoto versus aprendizaje virtual: los estudiantes que se hayan inscrito en la opción de aprendizaje tradicional / remoto o en la opción de aprendizaje combinado comenzarán el año escolar con aprendizaje remoto. El aprendizaje remoto se produce cuando los edificios escolares están cerrados o si es necesario poner en cuarentena y los estudiantes aprenden desde ubicaciones remotas. Sin embargo, el aprendizaje virtual está diseñado para estudiantes que se han inscrito en una de nuestras opciones de aprendizaje virtual de tiempo completo. El aprendizaje remoto será muy diferente de lo que experimentaron los estudiantes en la primavera, ya que hemos tenido tiempo de prepararnos para este entorno de aprendizaje.
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Remote Learning Schedules
Many have asked how remote learning for students enrolled in the traditional/remote learning option or the blended learning option will be structured. Daily schedules have been designed to keep students engaged throughout the school day, without being in front of a screen for hours at a time. Click here to view district-wide remote learning schedules for all grades, as well as videos that provide some helpful information.
Please keep in mind that each teacher’s class may differ slightly, and teachers will communicate directly with students and parents. Students enrolled in the blended learning option may follow the A.M. or P.M. section of the remote learning schedules. It is also important to note that students who are enrolled in full-time virtual learning will not follow the remote learning schedules. Rather, they will receive different schedules from their teachers if they are enrolled in a full-time virtual option.
Muchos han preguntado cómo se estructurará el aprendizaje a distancia para los estudiantes inscritos en la opción de aprendizaje tradicional / remoto o en la opción de aprendizaje mixto. Los horarios diarios han sido diseñados para mantener a los estudiantes comprometidos durante el día escolar, sin estar frente a una pantalla durante horas a la vez. Haga clic aquí para ver los horarios de aprendizaje remoto en todo el distrito para todos los grados, así como videos que brindan información útil.
Tenga en cuenta que la clase de cada maestro puede diferir levemente y los maestros se comunicarán directamente con los estudiantes y los padres. Los estudiantes inscritos en la opción de aprendizaje combinado pueden seguir el A.M. o P.M. sección de los horarios de aprendizaje remoto. También es importante tener en cuenta que los estudiantes que están inscritos en el aprendizaje virtual a tiempo completo no seguirán los horarios de aprendizaje remoto. Más bien, recibirán diferentes horarios de sus maestros si están inscritos en una opción virtual de tiempo completo.
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Alternate Learning Schedules
Click here for information about alternate schedules. School principals will share more detailed information about alternate schedules and student group assignments with students and parents.
Haga clic aquí para obtener información sobre horarios alternativos. Los directores de escuela compartirán información más detallada sobre horarios alternativos y asignaciones de grupos de estudiantes con estudiantes y padres.
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Free Covid-19 PCR Testing
Free Covid-19 PCR tests are available at Immy in Norman. Appointments may be scheduled by visiting www.immylabs.com.
Las pruebas de PCR gratuitas de Covid-19 están disponibles en Immy en Norman. Las citas se pueden programar visitando www.immylabs.com.
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School Supplies
District-wide remote learning will only require minimal supplies. However, we encourage families to purchase school supplies. Click here to view the school supply lists.
El aprendizaje remoto en todo el distrito solo requerirá suministros mínimos. Sin embargo, animamos a las familias a que compren útiles escolares. Haga clic aquí para ver las listas de útiles escolares.
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Assistance with Student Supervision
We understand many families need assistance with supervising their children during this period of remote learning while parents and caregivers go to work. That is why we are working closely with the United Way and other community groups who have stepped in to provide opportunities for families in need of assistance during this period of virtual instruction. Click here to view opportunities for families in need. Organizations that are providing caregiving assistance are encouraged to submit information to the United Way to be included on the list of resources. Submission information can be found at www.unitedwaynorman.org/vlr.
Entendemos que muchas familias necesitan ayuda para supervisar a sus hijos durante este período de aprendizaje remoto mientras los padres y cuidadores van a trabajar. Es por eso que estamos trabajando en estrecha colaboración con United Way y otros grupos comunitarios que han intervenido para brindar oportunidades a las familias que necesitan ayuda durante este período de instrucción virtual. Haga clic aquí para ver oportunidades para familias necesitadas. Se alienta a las organizaciones que brindan asistencia para el cuidado de niños a enviar información a United Way para que se incluya en la lista de recursos. La información de envío se puede encontrar en www.unitedwaynorman.org/vlr.
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Access to Devices and Internet
Families who indicated on enrollment that they do not have access to a device at home will be assigned one. Those devices will be equipped with filters that are compliant with the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA). Additionally, we have secured two grants that will allow us to provide internet access via filtered hotspots that are compliant with CIPA to families who also indicated on enrollment that they did not have home internet access.
Families who indicated during enrollment that they do not have access to a tablet, computer or internet will be contacted by an NPS employee. Please contact your child’s school or helpdesk@norman.k12.ok.us with questions.
A las familias que indicaron en la inscripción que no tienen acceso a un dispositivo en casa se les asignará uno. Esos dispositivos estarán equipados con filtros que cumplen con la Ley de Protección de Niños en Internet (CIPA). Además, hemos obtenido dos subvenciones que nos permitirán brindar acceso a Internet a través de puntos de acceso filtrados que cumplen con CIPA a familias que también indicaron en la inscripción que no tenían acceso a Internet en el hogar. Las familias que indicaron durante la inscripción que no tienen acceso a una tableta, computadora o Internet serán contactadas por un empleado de NPS. Si tiene preguntas, comuníquese con la escuela de su hijo o helpdesk@norman.k12.ok.us.
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Remote Learning Attendance and Grades
We understand some students may not have the opportunity to participate in remote learning activities during the allocated times. All students will be counted present unless the student does not a) submit at least 90 percent of assignments b) log in and attend at least 90 percent of scheduled lessons or c) is not on track to pass the course. At least one of these must be met to ensure students continue to be counted present during remote learning.
Grades will be posted following the same timeline as students would typically receive grades, assessment or feedback from their teacher. Teachers will outline expectations when school begins.
Entendemos que algunos estudiantes pueden no tener la oportunidad de participar en actividades de aprendizaje remoto durante los tiempos asignados. Todos los estudiantes serán contados como presentes a menos que el estudiante a) no entregue al menos el 90 por ciento de las tareas b) inicie sesión y asista al menos al 90 por ciento de las lecciones programadas oc) no esté en camino de aprobar el curso. Se debe cumplir al menos uno de estos para garantizar que los estudiantes continúen contando como presentes durante el aprendizaje remoto. Las calificaciones se publicarán siguiendo el mismo cronograma, ya que los estudiantes normalmente recibirían calificaciones, evaluaciones o comentarios de su maestro. Los maestros delinearán las expectativas cuando comience la escuela.
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Students with Special Needs
Families of students with special needs will be contacted directly by Special Services staff and/or their special education teachers. Their learning options are being discussed and finalized collaboratively based on their individualized education programs.
El personal de Servicios Especiales y / o sus maestros de educación especial se comunicarán directamente con las familias de los estudiantes con necesidades especiales. Sus opciones de aprendizaje se están discutiendo y finalizando en colaboración en función de sus programas de educación individualizados y su deseo de ser estudiantes en persona o virtuales este año escolar.
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Student Meals
Meals will continue to be provided for students in need, however, the distribution plan has changed. Click here for details.
All families are also encouraged to complete a free and reduced lunch application. Click here to view the many benefits of applying for free or reduced meals, then click here to apply (or click here to access the application in Spanish). For more information visit www.normanpublicschools.org/meals.
Se seguirán proporcionando comidas a los estudiantes que lo necesiten, sin embargo, el plan de distribución ha cambiado. Haga clic aquí para obtener más detalles.
También se anima a todas las familias a completar una solicitud de almuerzo gratis o reducido. Haga clic aquí para ver los muchos beneficios de solicitar comidas gratis o reducidas, luego haga clic aquí para aplicar. Para obtener más información, visite www.normanpublicschools.org/meals.
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Extracurricular Activities
Extracurricular activities will continue with safeguards in place, to the extent possible, as they have over the summer.
Las actividades extracurriculares continuarán con las salvaguardias en su lugar, en la medida de lo posible, como lo han hecho durante el verano.
Information for Teachers and Staff (updated 8/2)
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Return-to-Work Protocols
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Do I have to use my own leave if I become ill or have to quarantine due to COVID-19?
No. Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) provides 80 hours (2 weeks) of leave for any full-time employee with a COVID-related situation as defined by the federal act. Employees do not use their accrued leave when they qualify for FFCRA. Leave for the care of family members impacted by COVID-19 is also covered by FFCRA. Information about what qualifies for FFCRA can be found here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HttdqCpTV7lFEaNcHjubAohZj45GI4Gw/view?usp=sharing. An application for FFCRA can be found here.
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What if I do not have a documented medical condition, but I do not feel comfortable returning to work at my site?
FMLA
You may have a family situation that qualifies for the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Please find qualifying information for FMLA at this link https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FuYr5usThUOg46nl4DJGq8yuxyjJKzNR/view?usp=sharing.
FMLA provides 12 weeks of unpaid leave, annually, to employees who have worked in NPS for at least one (1) year or worked 1250 hours during the previous 12 month period. If an employee chooses to run his/her accrued leave simultaneously with FMLA, the employee stays paid for the duration of their accrued leave. Paid or unpaid FMLA protects insurance benefits and employment for 12 weeks. Please contact Allie Polk in Personnel Services if you have other questions or believe you qualify for 12 weeks of FMLA.
Extended Period of Time Leave of Absence
You may qualify for an Extended Period of Time Leave of Absence per NPS Board Policy. Leave of Absence (LOA) information can be found at this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_ZlSjq6Uz9qzGRdPxr_KrjVR-CH2sU6jV-RrOidIBAY/edit?usp=sharing. Leave of absence is unpaid and without insurance benefits. If you have other questions or would like to apply for LOA, contact Allie Polk in Personnel Services.
Retirement/Resignation
We have had many questions regarding retirement and resignation. While we hope that premature retirement or resignation is not the best option for our employees, we certainly understand these are uncertain and anxious times, and employees are considering all options for themselves and their families. If you do not qualify for any long-term leave options, are not eligible for full-time online teaching and do not want to return to work in-person this school year, you can fill out the voluntary resignation/retirement form by contacting your school site, or the personnel services office. We strongly encourage you to call Teacher Retirement before making a decision to ensure you have submitted appropriate paperwork to them and understand their current deadlines for declaring retirement.
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What if I don’t have a documented medical issue, but I live with a high-risk family member?
While we certainly understand the impact of COVID-19 on entire families and the additional stress these difficult situations create for our workforce, we cannot accommodate every employee’s unique family circumstances with online teaching. Our obligation is to accommodate our employees with documented medical issues and risks. There are leave options (federal and otherwise) for employees who may wish to diminish or mitigate their family members’ exposure to COVID-19.
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Why do employees need to provide medical documentation to personnel?
- In order to assess which of our employees have a medical condition that may require a reasonable accommodation for the 2020-21 school year. There are a multitude of possible reasonable accommodations, full-time online teaching is one. We must review medical documentation to inform us of an employee’s unique situation and possible needs.
- There are also long-term leave options available for employees. These options require medical documentation. The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requires employers to provide medical documentation showing why an employee qualifies for FMLA. An extended time leave of absence also requires medical documentation per our Board policy.
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Use of Sick Leave
Employee use of accrued sick leave for any illness and especially for COVID-19 related conditions is expected and encouraged. As outlined in Policy 3005, paid sick leave used in excess of five consecutive days and/or paid sick leave used in a pattern that suggests possible abuse of leave may require medical documentation. Adherence to this policy ensures that employees who may be experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or who may have a family member experiencing COVID-19 related conditions are identified and encouraged to seek immediate medical attention due to potential spread.
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Extended Period of Time Leave of Absence
Leaves of absence can be applied for using the district’s Leave of Absence form. Employees are eligible for an Extended Period of Time Leave of Absence after being employed in the school district for a minimum of 3 years. All leaves of absence but those exceptions by law shall be for 1 contractual year (or remainder of the contractual year if one has begun). A leave of absence is without pay. A doctor’s statement is required.
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Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
FMLA provides 12 weeks of unpaid federal leave to employees who have worked in Norman Public Schools for 12-months (does not have to be consecutive months). If an employee qualifies for FMLA, he/she can elect to run their accrued sick, convenience, personal business leave, or vacation leave simultaneously in order to remain paid during family medical leave. (Bereavement leave cannot be used.) COVID-19 related illness may not fall under FMLA, but if an employee believes his/her circumstances might entitle them to this leave, please contact NPS Personnel Services at 447-6599. Medical documentation is required to apply. Employees Qualify for Unpaid FMLA for the following reasons:
- Birth of son or daughter or placement of son or daughter with the employee from foster care or adoption.
- To care for a spouse, son, daughter or parent who has a serious health condition.
- For a serious health condition that makes the employee unable to perform the essential functions of his or her job; or
- For any qualifying exigency arising out of the fact that a spouse, son, daughter, or parent is a military member on covered active duty or call to covered active duty status.
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Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FCCRA)
FCCRA provides full-time employees with paid federal sick leave for up to 80 hours or 2 full weeks. Part-time employees have the equivalent leave available based on the average number of hours over two weeks. Employees are eligible for FCCRA based on the following criteria:
FCCRA Federal Leave at Full Pay
- The employee is subject to a federal, state, or local quarantine or isolation related to COVID-19.
- The employee has been advised by a healthcare provider to self-quarantine due to concerns related to COVID-19..
- The employee is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 and seeking medical diagnosis.
FCCRA Federal Leave at Two-Thirds Pay
- The employee is caring for an individual who is subject to an order related to COVID-19.
- The employee is caring for their son or daughter if the school or place of care of the son or daughter has been closed, or the childcare provider of the son or daughter is unavailable due to COVID-19 precautions.
- The employee is experiencing any other substantially similar condition specified by the Secretary of Health and Human Services in consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury and the Secretary of Labor.
To apply for FCCRA Federal Leave, please complete the FCCRA Leave Request Form, contact your immediate supervisor, or contact Holly Nevels.
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Excess and Emergency Leave
Excess and Emergency Leave are defined in Board Policy and are approved by the Chief Human Resources Officer. In instances when an employee and/or an employee’s family member is experiencing symptoms related to COVID-19 or has been diagnosed with COVID-19, but he/she has little-to-no accrued leave available, emergency leave may be granted. Emergency leave for COVID-19 related circumstances may be approved at full or reduced pay.
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Employee Leave Options
First and foremost, an employee should always seek to use appropriate accrued leave as outlined in Board Policy 3005. Leave options listed below, with the exception of leave through the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FCCRA), are listed in greater detail in Board Policy 3005. Additional information on FCCRA can be found at this link.
Back-to-School Task Force Members
| Name | Title / Affiliation |
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| Justin Milner | NPS Associate Supt & Chief Operating Officer - Co-chair |
| Holly Nevels | NPS Associate Supt & Chief Human Resource Officer - Co-chair |
| Sean Bauman | IMMY - Immuno-Mycologists, Inc. - CEO |
| Beth Roberson | NPS Health Services Coordinator |
| Scott Beck | NPS Executive Director of Student Services - Secondary |
| Holly McKinney | NPS Executive Director of Student Services - Elementary |
| Brad Benson | NPS Director of Fine Arts |
| T.D. O'Hara | NPS Director of Athletics |
| Gayla Mears | NPS Director of Special Services |
| Beth Albert | NPS Executive Director of PD/Student Achievement |
| Alesha Leemaster | NPS Executive Director Communications |
| Stephanie Williams | NPS Diversity Enrichment Council |
| Shirley Simmons | NPS Data Systems & Management Specialist |
| Pete Liesenfeld | NPS CTO |
| Sharon Heatly | NPS Director of Guidance and Counseling |
| Martha Pangburn | NPS Teacher/Librarian |
| Amber Bui | NPS Director of Tranpsortation |
| Dr. Kate Cook | Norman Regional Hospital - Medical Director, Pediatric |
| Dr. Gary Raskob | OSDH - Epidemiologist |
| Lee Hall | City Hall/Bond Advisory |
| Scott Martin | Chamber of Commerce - President |
| Shannon Richards | SPAN Rep |
| Cari Elledge | PEN |
| Linda Sexton | NPS Board of Education - President |
| Dirk O'Hara | NPS Board of Education - Vice President |
| Steve McDaniel | Parent |
| Libbi Holbrook | Parent |
| Aiyana Henry | OU - Asst Professor/Elementary Education |
| Rooney Virgin | OSSBA/Parent |
| Captain Shawn Hawkins | NPD/SRO |
| Travis King | NFD - Fire Chief |
| Cole Atkinson | Moore Norman Tech - Director of STEM |
| Mark Coulter | Sodexo Child Nutrition |
| Kevin Benda | Sodexo Custodial |
| Dr. Wade Smith | Ministerial Alliance |
| Whitney Lawrence | OU Early Childhood Institute - Asst Director |
| Sara King | Health Department - PIO Health Education |
| Tori Collier | Parent - Special Services |
| Gregory Page | NHS Student |
| Deja Williams | NNHS Student |
| Irie Rogers | Irving Middle School Student |
| Jackie Kanak | CC Health Department Regional Director |
| Matthew Miller | CC Health Department Local Emergency Response Coord |
| Michael Potter | CC Health Department Local Emergency Response Coord |
| Amy Allen | CC Health Dept Environ Health Supervisor |
| Sherri Thorton | NPS Support Staff |
Enrollment
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Enrollment is still open! Please enroll as soon as soon as possible. It is important to select the preferred education option for your child during enrollment to ensure we have that infomation as school buildings reopen.
Education Options
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Traditional / Remote Option
While school will start with remote learning, our goal is to reopen our school buildings to students as soon as possible. When that occurs, an in-person learning option will be available.
- Students receive in-person instruction at school buildings with enhanced health and safety measures in place.
- Learning management systems will be used to ensure learning continuity during quarantine situations or any necessary school closures. Elementary students will use Seesaw while students in middle and high school will use Canvas.
- If students must quarantine due to exposure or illness from COVID-19, students can use the learning management system to transition between in-person and remote learning.
- Remote learning due to quarantine situations or school closures will be facilitated by NPS teachers.
- Students may choose to participate in school-sponsored extracurricular activities.
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Blended Options
While school will start virtually, our goal is to reopen our school buildings to students as soon as possible. When that occurs, blended learning options will be available.
- Students participate in a combination of in-person learning at school buildings and remote learning online.
- On-campus courses are taught by local NPS teachers.
- For the virtual component, NPS is developing a virtual option to be taught by NPS teachers. Teacher-paced curriculum would be delivered virtually through Seesaw (elementary students) or Canvas (middle and high school students).
- If a student chooses the blended or full-time virtual options using NPS teachers, the learning option will be a commitment for one semester. A semester commitment protects in-person class sizes and cohorts, distancing protocols, and allows for adequate planning and preparation.
- In the event an NPS teacher with the appropriate certifications is not available to deliver online instruction, we may instead use teachers through Edgenuity or Odysseyware to ensure all families who choose virtual learning are served.
- Participating students would not be guaranteed a virtual teacher from their current school site. However, a Norman Public Schools teacher of the same grade-level and same certification would deliver instruction. NPS virtual teachers for the blended and full-time virtual options will be determined based upon teacher interest and student need, which will be assessed via the online enrollment process.
- Families may also choose to participate in the NPS ExpandED program, which is facilitated for NPS by Edgenuity and Odysseyware, uses courses that were reviewed by NPS administrators.
- When appropriate, additional academic support will be provided by Norman Public Schools teachers.
- Course schedules, combinations, and number of courses will be customized with families to meet students’ unique needs.
- Students have 18 weeks to complete these self-paced courses.
- Elementary students who choose the blended option will be in-person half day and virtual half-day. Secondary students will have greater flexibility to select a blend of in-person and virtual courses.
- All virtual courses are monitored and supported by NPS counselors, and a NPS administrator. Courses are also monitored by a NPS school psychologist and a NPS special education teacher when appropriate.
- Transportation to school buildings is not provided.
- Students may choose to participate in school-sponsored extracurricular activities.
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Full-Time Virtual Options
While school will start with remote learning, several options are available for those who prefer a full-time virtual education.
- Students who choose a full-time virtual learning option may choose to either receive a teacher-paced curriculum from local NPS teachers or enroll in the self-paced NPS ExpandED program.
- NPS is developing an ongoing virtual option to be taught by NPS teachers, even after school buildings reopen for in-person instruction. Teacher-paced curriculum would be delivered virtually through Seesaw (elementary students) or Canvas (middle and high school students).
- If a student chooses the blended or full-time virtual options using NPS teachers, the learning option will be a commitment for one semester. A semester commitment protects in-person class sizes and cohorts, distancing protocols, and allows for adequate planning and preparation.
- In the event an NPS teacher with the appropriate certifications is not available to deliver online instruction, we will notify the family to let them know and ask if they would prefer to change their option or instead use teachers through Edgenuity or Odysseyware to ensure all families who choose virtual learning are served.
- Participating students would not be guaranteed a virtual teacher from their current school site. However, a Norman Public Schools teacher of the same grade-level and same certification would deliver instruction. NPS virtual teachers for the blended and full-time virtual options will be determined based upon teacher interest and student need, which will be assessed via the online enrollment process.
- The NPS ExpandED program, which is facilitated for NPS by Edgenuity and Odysseyware, uses courses that were reviewed by NPS administrators.
- When appropriate, additional academic support will be provided by Norman Public Schools teachers.
- Students have 18 weeks to complete the self-paced courses.
- All virtual courses are monitored and supported by NPS counselors, and a NPS administrator. Courses are also monitored by a NPS school psychologist and a NPS special education teacher when appropriate.
- While all courses are virtual, not all coursework is done on a computer, as students participate in a variety of both online and offline educational activities that are evaluated by the teacher.
- Students may choose to participate in school-sponsored extracurricular activities.
Contact Information
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Please contact the NPS Student Services Office or the principal at your child’s school with questions.
Instructional Resources
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Parents and guardians are encouraged to download the Norman Public Schools mobile app and create a Parent Portal account. In addition, learning management systems (Seesaw for elementary students and Canvas for secondary students) will be used to share lessons, assignments and academic activities. Parent access to the learning management systems will be provided by each student’s teacher after school has begun.
Norman Covid-19 Updates
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Please click here for current Covid-19 updates, which are specific to Norman.
