Many Farms High School Reopening Plan Proposal

Phase Two

(DRAFT- 6/28/2021)

MODEL

Background Information

A community survey was conducted to assess the needs and desires of the community. As of 7/10/2020, the following results were

obtained. This survey was conducted on Survey Monkey. A call-out using OneCall was sent to all parents alerting them to the survey

links. Survey links were posted on the school website and were available for all stakeholders who self-selected the category(ies) in

which they wanted to be represented.

Question 1: What would you like for school to look like when we can return to campus?

All Remote Blended Learning All Students on

Campus

Students 23% 35% 42%

Parents 68% 15% 15%

Employees 61% 29% 7%

Community 75% 25%

Question 2: Are you able to get internet service at your house?

Yes If the School

Provided a Hotspot

No Cell Service

Students 54% 33% 13%

Parents 73% 23% 4%

Employees 85% 7% 7%

Community 66% 25% 8%

Question 3: Would you prefer students to do remote work electronically (over the internet) or with weekly learning packets

that would be delivered and picked up at the bus stops?

Internet Paper Both/Choice

Students 50% 45%

Parents 45% 40% 15%

Employees 52% 23% 26%

Community 58% 33% 8%

Results from the survey were used to guide the planning of the following proposed plan for re-opening. The proposed plan was then

discussed with OEH and IHS before being presented to the school board. Following the presentation of the plan to the school board, it

was submitted to the ADD Navajo district for comments.

Phase Two: Hybrid/Blended Learning

With the hybrid model, either 25% or 50% of students will be on campus during any particular school day. This will be determined

based upon federal, state, and tribal guidance. Please note that building capacity is much greater than the number of enrolled students.

If students return at 25%, one quarter of the school body will attend on Monday, the second quarter will attend on Tuesday, the third

quarter will attend on Thursday, and the fourth quarter will attend on Friday. Which students attend school on which day will be

determined by where they live (bus routes). With this schedule, class periods will follow the typical Monday schedule and lunches

will be served in the 4th period classroom. If there is a Monday holiday, students will attend school onTuesday, Wednesday,

Thursday, or Friday.

If students return at 50%, half of the students will attend on Monday and Tuesday. The other half will attend on Thursday and Friday.

Class periods will be distributed over two days rather than all in one day.

Day 1 Day 2

7:55-9:30 1st Period 5th Period

9:35-11:20 2nd Period 6th Period

11:20-11:50 Lunches will be delivered to the classroom (individually packed with

disposable containers and utensils) and consumed in the classroom to

minimize transitions.

11:55-1:30 3rd Period 7th Period

1:35-3:10 4th Period Study Hall (HOWL Teacher)

3:10 Dismissal

Teachers will not have a planning period every day in the 50% plan, but will have more overall planning time. (Monday and Thursday

or Tuesday and Friday) most Wednesdays. Professional Development for teachers will be shifted to every other Wednesday

afternoon. The school will notify the union of the change in working conditions.

Students with Disabilities (SWD): SPED Teachers and SPED Technicians will collaborate with general education teachers to plan

lessons and assessments that meet the individual needs of each student with a disability. During Study Hall or HOWL, SWDs will

meet with their case manager for additional support in meeting their IEP goals. SPED Teachers will make daily contact with each

student with an IEP to support their learning and achievement of IEP goals. While this contact will typically be made by phone on the

days that students are not physically present at school, other arrangements will be made for students without reliable phone service.

English Language Learners (ELLs): Needs of ELL students will be addressed in the Phase Two Instructional Plan below. Specific

planning for the needs of ELL students will be addressed in lesson plans and materials provided by individual teachers.

INSTRUCTION

Many Farms High SY 2021-2022

1ST PERIOD 2ND PERIOD 3RD PERIOD 4TH PERIOD LUNCH

HOWL 5TH PERIOD

6TH PERIOD

7TH PERIOD

M-R: 7:55-8:45 8:50-9:40 9:45-10:35 10:40-11:30 11:30 12:15 12:50-1:40 1:45-2:35 2:40-3:30

Fri: 7:55-8:34 8:39-9:18 9:23-10:02 10:07-10:46 11:30 12:45 10:51-11:30 12:15-12:55 1:00-1:40

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BELL, BRIAN 110

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Geometry 9th

Math Practicum

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Math Practicum

Algebra 1 9th

Math Practicum

" YAZZIE, AMBROSE 109 Algebra 1 9th

Math Practicum PREP

Algebra 1 9th Fr

Math Practicum

Algebra 1 9th

Math Practicum

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Integrated Science

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Creative Writing

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Language Arts 4

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Math

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SCI

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Anat/Physiology Biology

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" INSTRUCTOR 126 Chemistry Chemistry Chemistry Chemistry SR Chemistry PREP Physics

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Phase Two

1. Teachers will still provide a full week’s worth of content. Assignments will be a combination of paper based and Google

classroom for the days students are not on campus, and in person for the day(s) students are on campus based upon the class

schedule outlined in the Model section. Where possible, teachers will record/livestream in person classes so that students at home

may watch as well.

2. Instruction and materials provided will be aligned with Common Core State Standards or content area standards (as appropriate).

Instruction will follow the priority standards and pacing guides already established for in person instruction. The course schedule

for each student established in Phase One will continue in Phase Two.

3. Students will have access to the same courses in this format as they would have had access to if school were in a face-to-face

setting. Thus, in addition to core classes, students will continue with CTE, Fine Arts, and Elective classes.

4. SWD will still have access to instruction from certified Special Educators and will still receive services as outlined in their IEPs.

5. Needs of ELLs will be addressed in individual teacher lesson plans and materials/instruction provided.

6. Individual teacher lesson plans, materials, and instruction will take into account the needs of students both for remediation and

acceleration. Intervention is specifically embedded in ELA and Math courses during this phase in a manner similar to intervention

strategies provided during the prior school years.

7. On the days that students are not physically present in class, teachers will need alternate methods of communication with students

depending upon which methods are available to the student. Parent/student initiated daily communication will be available

through the Remind app and email. Teachers will reach out to students through the Remind app, using the classroom phone on the

day the teacher is here, and email. Paper packets to supplement in class instructional days will include daily assignments (and

assignment log) for each student. All teachers (particularly SPED) will need to keep a log of student contacts.

8. Student work will be graded on an A-F scale. Students will receive feedback on their individual assignments through the

communication methods listed in #7 as well as through individual student NASIS accounts.

9. Teachers will teach the priority standards. All graded work will only relate to the priority standards and will be based on

completion and effort demonstrated. Assessments will be aligned to the priority standards. This alignment is supported through

ongoing professional development provided by Solution Tree to all teachers.

10. Attendance will be taken every class period for every day instruction is provided. Students will either be in the classroom or will

be logged into the appropriate livestream session. Special arrangements will be made with those students that cannot access the

internet even with school purchased equipment.

11. Students who are not making adequate academic progress will receive additional tutoring and support during the evenings and on

Saturday. Using 21st Century funding, there will be teacher working four evenings per week. 21st Century teachers will make

contact with each struggling student at least once per week and provide additional tutoring support to the students

12. Instructional delivery will be monitored through the review of instructional materials and teaching by each teacher’s supervisor.

The Head Teacher or Principal will also review ongoing PLC notes for each department, work samples to demonstrate student

achievement, and progress monitoring assessment scores as they are available.

Mental Health/Social and Emotional Needs of Students

Referrals from families, teachers, school counselors and administration will determine related services needed. Many Farms High

School Counselors will provide services for all students in the areas of academic, social/emotional, and career services. Services will

be provided through internet, email, phone calls, and other communication means for student and parents.

Counselors serve specific students as outlined below:

Mr. Tullus Deschenie

o Cohort 2024 (Sophomores) and Cohort 2025 (Freshmen)

o Email: tullus.deschenie@bie.edu

Ms. Bobbie Bekay

o Cohort 2022 (Seniors) and Cohort 2023 (Juniors)

o Email: bobbie.bekay@bie.edu

Ms. Katygene Jackson

o All Grades

o Email: katygene.jackson@bie.edu

Ms. Julia Clark

o Residential

o Email: julia.clark@bie.edu

Emergency and After Hours Resources

Below are some national emergency and after-hours resources that school counselors may want to consider providing to students and

families to get help on these issues at any time. Please review these suggested resources to determine that they are appropriate for your

school, students and context.

Emergency: 911

Chinle Police Department (928)674-2112 or 2111

Chinle EMS (928) 674-7099 or 7098

Referral services: 211 | 211.org

Suicide Prevention (United States): 1-800-273-TALK (8255) | suicidepreventionlifeline.org

Suicide Prevention (International): befrienders.org

Self-Injury/Cutting: 1-800-366-8288 | selfinjury.com

Eating Disorders: 1-800-931-2237 | nationaleatingdisorders.org

Runaway Hotline: 1-800-231-6946 | 1800runaway.org

Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-422-4453 | childhelp.org/hotline/

Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 | rainn.org

Domestic/Relationship Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 | thehotline.org

Trevor Hotline for LGBTQ Youth: 1-866-488-7386 | thetrevorproject.org

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline | samhsa.gov/find-help/national-

helpline

Other resources for developing healthy lifestyles, including mental and emotional help: helpguide.org

Local resources you may contact:

o Chinle Behavioral Health Clinic – 928-674-2589 /2190

o Tsaile Health Center 928-724-3600

Phase Two

Hybrid services for students in a classroom setting or in person meeting in compliance with Tribal, State, and Local Health mandates

of interactions regarding COVID-19.

COMMUNICATION

Communication Plan

OneCall will be used as needed to communicate to parents and students about important school updates, such as school phase

transitions related to COVID-19, policy reminders, etc.

The Remind application will be used on a daily or weekly basis as determined by the need for communication at each individual

teacher’s discretion, which will be used to communicate directly to students, though parents are welcome to use the app as well.

Written correspondences will be sent out to notify parents/guardians of phase transitions and COVID-related status updates as

necessary.

The ESS Head Teacher, John Begay, and the ESS school liaison will meet with students who receive services through the ESS

department as per the need of their Individual Education Plans, 504s, and other related service needs as frequently needed.

Emergency Communications

Many Farms High School has drafted different protocols for transitioning back to campus as well as back to remote learning if

community/Navajo COVID cases increase, communicated through written correspondence, and OneCall, as needed.

Many Farms High School will update community members, students, parents/guardians, and staff about important health related

concerns that will impact school operations via written correspondence, and OneCall, as needed.

Many Farms High School will update students and parents/guardians when the school receives technology necessary for transitioning

to online, distance learning to communicate pick-up/drop-off of electronic devices, i.e. laptops and network hotspots, and the

procedures for each family to do so in ways that comply with health and safety protocols.

Many Farms High School staff will receive training on how to use the Remind application, working with technology for online,

distance learning, and about the MFHS phase transition protocols.

Accessibility/Location/Outreach

All stakeholders will be given multiple opportunities for communication with Many Farms High School. All parents and students have

access to the OneCall system for direct messages related to school concerns. Students and parents are encouraged to use the Remind

application, which will include instruction for finding the app, installing, and general usage. Written correspondence will be sent out

in order to reach all stakeholders, especially those with limited technology availability. Many Farms High School will reach out to the

local radio station KTNN to announce these updates in both English and Navajo.

SAFETY

Transitioning Criteria

Transition from Phase Two to Phase One Criteria

The Navajo Nation recommends a return to Phase One. ADD Navajo and/or BIE recommends a return to Phase One

Transition from Phase Two to Phase Three Criteria

The Navajo Nation approves hybrid instruction for students

ADD Navajo and BIE approves hybrid instruction for students

Safety (Preparing the Facility)

Phase Two

1. Cleaning of all high touch surfaces will be performed every 2 hours in occupied buildings (9 am, 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm). Each

occupied building will be cleaned following CDC guidance each afternoon/evening after personnel have left the building.

2. Restrooms will be open and closed over alternate periods (east bathrooms open one period while west bathrooms are cleaned, then

reverse for the next period)

3. Floor markings will direct foot traffic maintaining one way travel in common areas and halls. There will also be cordons to

separate directional traffic, similar to those used in airports or movie theaters.

4. Plexiglas shield for teachers, Plexiglas desk shields for students, Plexiglas desk shields for employees who primarily work at a

desk will be in place.

Safety (Healthy and Safe Environment)

Phase Two

1. Training for all staff and students will be provided on the first day of the hybrid schedule by Ms. Haven (School Nurse) on the

following topics:

COVID signs and symptoms

Proper use of PPE

Social distancing

Hygiene

Reasons to not enter campus

Immediate reporting of any symptoms that could be COVID related

Protocol for reporting exposure to COVID

Following all safety signage and floor markings

2. All individuals on campus will wear masks as directed by BIE, tribal, state, and federal guidelines.

3. Any person experiencing any possible COVID related symptoms will immediately report to the School Nurse. If the School Nurse

is not available, the person will report to the Principal (or designee).

4. Only the motion sensitive portion of the drinking fountains will be used. This is the part that allows persons to fill bottles without

touching the drinking fountain.

Safety (Classroom)

Phase Two

1. Masks will be provided for all students and staff, but they may also choose to wear their own masks provided they meet CDC

guidelines.

a. Everyone will be required to have a mask on to get on the bus, enter any building, and enter any classroom.

b. If a student refuses to wear a mask, the student will be sent home and the absence will be coded as unexcused.

2. Social Distancing

a) Desks 6 feet apart and facing in the same direction

b) Cordoning to direct hallway traffic in one direction

c) Distancing measures in restrooms to include blocking off alternate sinks and urinals.

d) Restrooms will have an adult monitor during passing periods to assure students are social distancing

e) Lockers will not be issued to any students.

3. Full cleaning of the school on Wednesday and Saturday in addition to regular cleaning.

a. This will require additional custodial staff.

b. This will require additional custodial staff.

4. Hand sanitizer will be used by each individual upon entering each classroom. Touchless hand sanitizer dispensers will be wall

mounted outside each classroom.

5. Teachers will wipe down student desks at the end of each period.

Safety (Fire Safety)

There are no additional procedures or protocols because staff will not be occupying previously unused areas and because all Plexiglas

barriers, etc. will not block egress from the building. Fire drill pathways are already posted for all areas being used. The standard fire

drill schedule of once per month will continue through all phases. During fire drills, all personnel will exit the building quickly and

safely while practicing social distancing. Once assembled outside, adults and students will maintain social distancing and all face in

the same direction while standing.

Safety (Isolation Room)

Phase Two

1. Training (as listed above) will alert students and staff on how and when to report to the School Nurse should they experience

symptoms after entering the campus.

2. Upon determination by the School Nurse that a person is presumed positive, the School Nurse’s office will immediately become

the isolation room and will be closed to any other person on campus.

Procedures for the Nurse and Presumed Positive Person Procedures for Principal (or designee) following report of a

Presumed Positive Case

School Nurse will immediately walk the presumed positive person

to the designated isolation area (locker room in the gym).

Principal will notify all supervisors that there is a presumed

positive case on campus.

School Nurse will immediately notify the Principal (or designee)

of a presumed positive case on campus

Principal will follow guidance provided by Chinle IHS.

School Nurse or Principal will notify Chinle IHS of a presumed

positive case and follow the guidance provided by the Public

Health Nurse.

Principal will immediately notify chain of command of a

presumed positive on campus and follow any guidance provided.

(Following the BIE Reporting Flowchart)

If the individual appears to be medically stable, Nurse will ensure

that the individual has transportation to Chinle IHS or assist in

arranging transportation to Chinle IHS. If a parent is

unavailable to pick up the student, the student will be

transported to Chinle IHS. The student will not be taken to

the home.

Principal will follow the Communication Plan provided by BIE to

alert all relevant parties.

If the staff member appears to need immediate medical

intervention, the Nurse will call 911/EMS.

Safety (Emergency Plan)

1. Following a presumed positive on campus, the affected areas will be sanitized following the advice of the Chinle IHS Public

Health Nurse (PHN).

2. Upon entering the affected areas, the designated custodian will first sanitize each room with a disinfection fogging machine. After

treating the room with the disinfection fogging machine, the custodian will clean each room following CDC guidelines.

SUPPORT SERVICES

Human Capital

Staffing plans are developed to meet both the educational needs of the students as well as the safety needs of all stakeholders. This

means that when determining the number of employees on campus, Many Farms High School will first evaluate the student needs

during each phase, and then determine how to safely meet those needs.

As direction is received through BIE and the Safety Officer, staffing patterns will change to meet the safety requirements.

All employees will continue to be on contract throughout the school year. As a result, some employees, such as residential employees,

will be assigned other duties. Our needs for the year will be different (such as increased labor needed in Academics and decreased

labor needed in Residential) and cannot be fully predicted at this time. Regardless, the intent is to maintain full pay status for all

employees.

Fiscal Management

Many Farms High School currently has budgets for CARES Act funding in Native Star and WebBP. These budgets address multiple

needs caused by COVID, including the purchase of additional PPE and safety equipment, additional sanitation supplies, additional

technology to support new demands of remote learning, additional tutoring for students, and additional short term contracts so that

employees may prepare for the coming school year. These budgets have also been approved by the Many Farms High School Board.

The GEARS budget (ACE418080) is in the amount of $506,700 and the CARES budget (ASE308080) is in the amount of $1,183,300.

Residential

The Residential program will not be open when only 25% of students are attending. The Residential program will be open when 50%

of students are attending. Students will only stay in the dorm for the portion of the week that they are attending school.

Transportation

Busses will be sanitized after every route, whether it is to deliver materials during Phase One or after the morning and afternoon routes

of Phases Two and Three according to CDC guidelines. Disinfectants and PPE for drivers has been purchased through CARES Act

funding.

Phase Two

If 25% of students are attending each day, the bus routes for those particular students will be divided up for all buses. This will

significantly decrease the number of students on each bus. If 50% of students are attending, half the routes will be run on Monday and

Tuesday (using all the buses to decreases the students per bus) and the other half of the routes will be run on Thursday and Friday.

Only one student will be allowed per bench seat. If a particular route would still be above this seating capacity, GSAs will be used to

supplement the busses. Masks will be required by everyone on the bus. Education will be provided to all bus drivers and students as

outlined above in the Safety section.

Food Services

Food Service employees have already received safety training through Sysco for appropriate kitchen and cafeteria safety measures. In

addition, Food Service employees will participate in all safety training outlined in the Safety section above.

Phase Two

Food Service employees will deliver student meals to the classroom. Students will not enter the cafeteria. This will decrease the

interaction between students and staff as well as the interaction between students and will decrease transitions in the academic

environment.

Technology

The CARES Act budget includes funding for a Learning Management System (G Suite), laptops, hotspots, and switches to increase

the technology capacity on campus. In addition, Many Farms High School has also requested increased bandwidth to the school from

BIE. At this time, a contract has been awarded for 400 Kajeet hotspots using Sprint service. These hotspots are CIPA compliant and

allow the school to control both the hours that users may access the internet as well as the sites that users are allowed to visit. They

will be issued to both students and staff who do not current have internet access at home.