How will classrooms be set up to maintain social distancing? How many students will be allowed per class and grade level?                                                                                                                            Students will be placed 6 feet apart and will be required to wear a mask. The maximum amount of students per classroom will be 15, however the total number is dependent on the size of the classroom.

Will students have access to water fountains? Will my student be allowed to bring lunch?    Students will have access to the water fountains but will be strongly encouraged to bring a water bottle or they will be provided with a paper cup. Students have the option to bring a bagged lunch from home or one will be provided to them.

Are masks required for all students? Will the students be provided with masks?            Students will be required to wear masks. Mask breaks will be taken throughout the day ensuring scholars are six feet apart. Masks will not be worn at lunch. PrePrep scholars will be following guidelines set by the Department of Early Childhood Education, which has fewer regulations while in the classroom.

Will all children require a Physical or medical documentation for blended learning?               The same requirements for a Physical and Immunization remain in place.

Do Public Prep sites with shared campuses hold the same policies between schools?              Co-located schools are following the DOE/DOH safety and health guidelines, which is the basis for the Public Prep plan. Public Prep will continue to work with its DOE Co-located schools & building councils to ensure campuses remain safe and healthy.

If a parent becomes sick, can the student switch to remote learning temporarily?                   We are asking that families commit to a full trimester. For extenuating circumstances, please contact your Principal to discuss options for your scholar.

How often will staff be required to be tested? Will students be required to be tested for Covid-19 if returning to school for blended learning?                                                                             As of August 15th, we are awaiting the process for teacher testing at the 34 sites where teachers will be given testing priority. We will be able to provide an update as soon as additional information is released. Scholars are not required as of this date to test for Covid-19, however we highly encourage all families to be tested and aware of their status by visiting a testing site here. 

If a child displays symptoms (i.e. failing temperature check), what is the procedure? Are you able to isolate children with symptoms?                                                                                       Protocols can be found in our reopening plan. Isolation rooms have been established on each campus. Please make sure the main office has the most updated contact information for your scholar.

If a Covid-19 case is confirmed or suspected, what steps will my child's school follow? Will classes become fully remote?                                                                                                           Protocols can be found in our reopening plan. With one suspected case, a pod will be closed for 14 days and will be moved to remote learning. With two suspected cases, the school may close for 48 hours while the DOH conducts an investigation.

If/when a Covid vaccine becomes available, will all staff and students be required to receive it for on-site learning?                                                                                                                                Public Prep will follow the guidelines issued by the DOE and DOH.

Will bussing to campus be available for blended learning this academic year?                          The DOE has yet to announce its final plan for bussing.

What social-emotional support is available for students and families during this challenging time?                                                                                                                                                                   The entire school based staff is participating in professional development around social and emotional learning. Campus based social workers are available as a resource. We are looking to schedule Family Town Halls on the topic. Please share important circumstances with your scholar's teacher.

How will schools maintain a sense of community while following social distancing protocols?Public Prep is committed to maintaining a sense of community during remote learning. Public Prep will maintain its tradition of unity meetings as one example. Community Councils will also plan virtual events.

What training will teachers and students receive for online learning? Who is responsible for training?                                                                                                                                              Professional Development for teachers is done both at the network and campus based level. A key focus of our Teacher Summer Institute has been preparing for remote instruction.

Will the schools perform virtual home visits this year?                                                                 Virtual meet and greets are planned for Welcome Week, beginning August 25th. Teachers are excited to see the faces of our scholars!

When does each trimester begin and end?                                                                                                    The first trimester begins on August 25th and ends on November 13th. Please refer to the school calendar found here.

What are the school hours for on-campus learning this academic year?                                            Please refer to the sample schedule found in our remote plan. Morning meeting for elementary school and advisory meeting for middle school begin at 8:30am beginning August 31st.

How many hours per day should my student expect to be engaged in remote learning?      Please refer to the sample schedules provided here. School day for elementary scholars will be from 8:30am - 3:15pm pm with on-camera time from 8:30am-12:00pm. For middle school, students will be active from 8:30am -3:15pm with camera time varying throughout the day. After 9/14 Elementary School scholars will be online throughout the day, similar to middle school.

I have multiple children attending Public Prep schools. Can I choose different methods of instruction for them?                                                                                                                              Families can choose a learning option for each scholar. You do not have to choose one option for your family.

Can a parent change learning models before the end of the trimester, depending on their needs and/or safety concerns? If so, what is the process?                                                                  We are asking that families commit to a full trimester. For extenuating circumstances, please contact your child's Principal to discuss options for your scholar.

How has the arrival and dismissal process changed, if it all?                                                                  We will have staggered arrival and dismissal which will be announced prior to the start of hybrid learning. We plan to use multiple entrances. All scholars will have a temperature check and be expected to wear a mask.

I have chosen remote learning, but my work schedule will conflict with typical school hours. What support is available for my student?                                                                                              We will provide information on centers and childcare offered by the DOE for additional support for working parents. Please share information with your child's teacher so they are aware.

Will students be able to participate in Extra-Curricular and After School this academic year under phases 2 and 3?                                                                                                                                    We are working on After School options for our students on the days they are on campus and exploring a limited virtual schedule. The DYCD K-Scope programs in our Girls Prep middle school programs will be in operation. Please look out for enrollment information from your After School Director.

What are pods, and how many students will be in each pod?                                                                  A pod is a small group of students plus the teacher(s). Maximum number is students in a pod is 15, but it will also be dependent on the size of the classroom.

How will remote learning function for Pre-Prep students?                                                                       The PrePrep schedule will include live group classes such as daily Morning Meeting. PrePrep scholars will have live small group sessions, but less whole group sessions than K-4 scholars. Many aspects of the PrePrep curriculum will be offered asynchronously for families to access together.

Will teachers have office hours to assist children who are 100% remote?                                          Teachers will have office hours and each scholar will be assigned a Point of Contact who will be in touch throughout the week.

How will tests and assessments be performed? Will the grading scale be pass/fail this academic year?                                                                                                                                       Students will take assessments whether 100% remote or distanced. Students will receive grades and report cards.

If I already received a tablet and my child is in grades PreK-2 do I need to pick up another?        Tablets with a stylus will be used for grades PreK-3rd grade. If you already have that device, you will keep it for this school year.

If my child is moving up to 3rd grade and has a tablet, when do I return the tablet in order to get a Chromebook?                                                                                                                                      Tablets with a stylus will be used for grades PreK-3rd grade. If you already have that device, you will keep it for this school year.

I am not in NYC can someone come on my behalf?                                                                                Please reach out to support@publicprep.org to ensure we have the information for device pickup.

Are students required to wear a uniform for remote learning?                                                             Students are required to wear a uniform top for remote learning. Uniforms are one way to signal to everyone that this is school, we are a community, we have a connection and we all belong together.

Are pants required to be from Flynn O'Hara?                                                                                               Flynn and O'Hara is the official uniform supplier for Public Prep.

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