BOE approved WWPS Standard Operating Protocol 2020/2021 v-Oct 2020

	A	B	C	D	E
1	Protocols	Green	Yellow = Green protocols PLUS	Orange = Green PLUS Yellow protocols PLUS	Red
2		100% attendance	Cautious 100% attendance	50% attendance in school	100% remote learning
3	Situation / Circumstances	COVID-19 is a slight risk in the state/country. However, there is little risk of transmission based on information from the local health department.	COVID-19 is a low to moderate risk. There is an increased risk of transmission in our area. This could also include a positive COVID-19 case within the boundaries of the school district. This assessment of risk is based on information from the local health department.		COVID-19 is at a high risk. Multiple cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in the among the staff. The risk of transmission from those cases is high. This assessment of risk is based on information from the local health department.
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5	Attendance	100% in building attendance. A MEDICAL EXEMPTION FROM IN CLASS ATTENDANCE CAN BE REQUESTED. THIS EXEMPTION REQUIRES A LETTER FROM A MEDICAL DOCTOR VERIFYING THE HEALTH REASON FOR THE EXEMPTION. Attendance will be taken for both in-building and EXEMPT remote learning students.	Cautious 100% attendance - Same as Green(in(	Yes	100% remote learning - All students will receive instruction at home. Attendance will be taken. Yes .--.-
6	Attendance		Cautious 100% attendance - Same as Green(in(	Alternate sites in Weeping Water will be explored to allow for students in grades Prek thru 5 can continue everyday attendance while maintianing social distancing.
7	SPED / 504	Students will receive all services, instruction, accommodations as described in the IEP or 504 Plan onsite.	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	Students will receive all services, instruction, and accommodations. The IEP/504 Team will determine if changes need to be made to the IEP/504 Plan for distance learning.	Protocols for Red will match those for Orange
8	Art (other specials)	Elem - The administration will determine if classes will go to the Art room or if Art Instruction will take place in the Elementary Classroom	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	Elem - Art instruction (and all other specials) will take place in the child's elementary classroom.	Online learning
9	Music (Vocal/Band)	Classes will participate in music in the Vocal Music/Band rooms. Social distancing will be practiced.	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	Protocols for Orange will match those for Yellow	Online learning
10	Music (Vocal/Band)	In the fall - Band will participate outside when the weather allows.	Smaller groups may be used to facilitate socail distancing when inside. All non-wind players will be required to wear masks. Full band practice may take place in the auditorium or gym to facilitate distance between students.	Protocols for Orange will match those for Yellow	Online learning
11	PE - Elem	Elementary - Whenever possible, PE instruction will take place outside and social distancing will be practiced. If weather or other factors dictate, PE will occur in the gym and social distancing will be practiced. If the activity does not allow for social distancing, masks will be used and the activity adjusted to ensure strenuous exercise does not occur.	Floors will be disinfected after each class.	Protocols for Orange will match those for Yellow	Online learning
12		Floors will be disinfected on a daily basis or as needed based on the activity.
13		Common use equipment will be disinfected after each use.
14	PE - MS/HS	Whenever possible and the curriculum allows, PE instruction will take place outside and social distancing will be practiced. If weather or other factors dictate, PE will occur inside and social distancing will be practiced. If the activity does not allow for social distancing, the instructor will note the date and students in attendance.	Floors will be disinfected after each class.	Protocols for Orange will match those for Yellow	Online learning
15		Floors will be disinfected on a daily basis or as needed based on the activity.
16		Weight equipment / common use equipment will be disinfected after each use.
17	Technology	4th, 5th, and middle school students will be able to checkout their laptops to work from home on a daily basis.	Middle School Students will be able to check out a laptop to be kept while the school is in yellow, orange, or red status. 4th, 5th grade students will continue to be able to checkout their laptops to work from home on a daily basis.	4th, 5th grade students will be able to check out a laptop to be kept while the school is in orange, or red status. K thru 3rd will have the ability to checkout Chromebooks as needed	Protocols for Red will match those for Orange
18	Field Trips	Field trips can take place unless the destination is in a COVID-19 hotspot.	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	No Field Trips	No Field Trips
19	Health
20	Positive Cases and Response	N / A	Work with Health Officials to develop necessary data collection for reporting purposes and share with parents protocol / expectations	Protocols for Orange will match those for Yellow	Work with Health Officials to develop necessary data collection for reporting purposes and share with parents protocol / expectations
21			A classroom will be closed for deep cleaned with a report of a student testing positive for COVID-19 that has been in a school facility
22			An isolation room will be utilized when a case is suspected.
23			STUDENTS WITH A HIGH-RISK EXPOSURE WILL BE CALLED AND FOLLOWED UP WITH A LETTER. STUDENTS WITH A LOW-RISK EXPOSURE WILL BE EMAILED FOLLOWED UP WITH A LETTER. NOTIFICATION WILL BE GIVEN TO THE SCHOOL COMMUNITY THROUGH MESSAGES ON THE SCHOOL'S WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS.
24	Response to sick students in school building (any sickness, not just specific to COVID-19)	Cleaning procedures will be developed and implemented for students or adults that become sick in a classroom during the school day.	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	Protocols for Orange will match those for Green and Yellow	N/A
25		Students will be removed, the student will be sent home and all classroom families will be contacted.
26		An isolation room will be utilized when a case is suspected.
27	Masks	Staff and students would be strongly encouraged to wear face coverings, with options provided by the school, but parents would be allowed to have their children opt out of wearing some type of face covering in the building	Students in grades 1 through 12 and staff are required to wear masks upon entering school transportation and / or the school building. Parents may request an exemption from face covering if the child has a verified medical condition or there are other individual health or behavior needs in which the administration, IEP or 504 team determines that a face covering exemption is an appropriate accommodation.	Protocols for Orange match those for Green and Yellow.	N/A
28		Face coverings required on transportation due to closer proximity & lesser circulation	Students & staff will each be provided with a shield and cloth face masks or they may provide a face covering of their own; shields will remain at school but masks can come and go from the building with students being responsible for cleaning. Teachers with small classes that will allow 6 foot distancing can go without masks.
29			Teachers may allow students to remove masks when the student/class is able to maintain a minimum of 6 feet distance between students.
30			Nurses are provided n95 fit-tested masks for working with symptomatic people
31	Laundering masks	-Cloth masks have been purchased and will be available to all classrooms/students. -There will be extra masks in each classroom so that students and staff are able to obtain a new mask should they need one.
32	Pre-Screening for Students	Parents screen children at home for temperature, runny nose, cough, and other symptoms	Temperature checks & hand sanitizer at all assigned entrances of transportation and/or building	Protocols for Orange match those for Green and Yellow	N/A
33		Symptomatic students do not report to school
34		Parents need to contact a medical professional for diagnosis
35		Signage at all entrances of the building with CDC Screening checkpoints visible.
36	Mental Health	The school's Guidance Counselor and School Nurse will be available for students	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	The school nurse and guidance counselor will be available for calls from students who are at home.	The school nurse and guidance counselor will be available for calls from students who are at home.
37	Hand Washing Hand Sanitizing	Signage reminders throughout the building	Students and staff sanitize their hands upon entering the building (i.e.- first classroom a student enters), entering and exiting individual classrooms, entering & exiting cafeteria, and exiting building (70% alcohol)	Staff will ensure the sanitizer is utilized for all students upon entering and exiting their classroom (70% alcohol)	Buildings shut down to all students and visitors. Staff are in buildings and work from their assigned areas
38	Hand Washing Hand Sanitizing	Sanitation bottles in all classrooms and common spaces
39	Personnel / Staff
40	Attendance	All personnel and staff will be in attendance unless the staff member is ill, is COVID-19 positive, or is caring for a family member due to COVID-19	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	Protocols for Orange will match those for Yellow	Essential personnel only as determined by the Administration and/or DHM
41	Mental Health	Staff members are encouraged to utilize the Best Care EAP services.	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	Protocols for Orange will match those for Yellow	Protocols for Red will match those for Orange
42	Pre-Screening for Employees	Teachers self screen at home for temperature, runny nose, cough and other symptoms and consult a medical professional if symptomatic	Temperature checks & hand sanitizer at all entrances of transportation and/or building	Protocols for Orange match those for Green and Yellow	N/A
43	Custodial
44	Touch Surface Cleaning	Disinfecting in addition to routine cleaning takes place each night.	Desks cleaned between each period, (i.e. elementary every other hour - MS and HS as entering each class)	Employees are responsible for all cleaning protocols; No student responsibilities for cleaning	If building is shut down, a deep clean will be conducted by District hired Cleaning Company
45			Custodial staff will wipe down door handles each period & clean restrooms during the day and in the evening following EPA standards
46			Foggers will be used in bathrooms and transportation on a regular basis	Foggers will be used throughout the day
47			Employees are responsible for ensuring cleaning protocols; Students may assist in classrooms	Foggers will be used throughout the day
48	Building Engineering	Ventilation levels will be checked regularly	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	Protocols for Orange will match those for Green	Protocols for Red will match those for Green
49	Building Engineering	Filters will be changed regularly	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	Protocols for Orange will match those for Green	Protocols for Red will match those for Green
50	Common Space Use (i.e. hallways, commons, restrooms, cafeteria, playground)	Increase level of cleaning will occur in all common spaces	Common space usage will need to be scheduled to ensure social distancing and proper cleaning	Protocols for Orange will match those for Green and Yellow	Buildings shut down to all students and visitors
51		Increase level of cleaning will occur in all common spaces	Restroom usage will be assigned (i.e. by class, locations, grade, etc.)	Protocols for Orange will match those for Green and Yellow	Staff will be in the building and work from their assigned areas
52	Transportation
53	Bussing / Transportation	Disinfecting in addition to routine cleaning takes place each night.	Surfaces are wiped down between routes	Routes will be staggered to limit the number of students on a bus at one time with a limited of one student per seat or 50% vehicle capacity	N/A
54		Face coverings required on transportation due to closer proximity & lesser circulation	Students are assigned seats
55		Pre-Screening Protocols for Green are followed prior to boarding school transportation	Pre-Screening Protocols for Yellow are followed prior to boarding school transportation
56		No food / drink on the bus other than what may be supplied
57	Travel (Students)	Any restrictions would be based on travel restrictions set by DHM guidance	Within Nebraska: Travel restrictions set by Health officials - DHM guidance	Within Nebraska: Travel restrictions set by Health officials - DHM guidance	Within Nebraska: Travel restrictions set by Health officials - DHM guidance
58	Travel (Students)		Out of State: Possible District enforcement; Report any personal travel using online form	Out of State: Limited out of district travel permitted; Report any personal travel using online form	Out of State: No out of state or out of district professional travel; Report and quarantine when traveling outside the country
59	Travel (Employees)	Any restrictions would be based on travel restrictions set by DHM guidance	Within Nebraska: Travel restrictions set by Health officials - DHM guidance	Within Nebraska: Travel restrictions set by Health officials - DHM guidance	Within Nebraska: Travel restrictions set by Health officials - DHM guidance
60	Travel (Employees)		Out of State: Possible District enforcement; Report any travel using online form	Out of State: Limited out of district travel for sports and activities; No out of state travel for activities or sports	Out of State: No out of state or out of district travel for activities or sports; Quarantine when traveling outside the country
61	Nutrition Services
62	Water Fountains	No mouth drinking from fountains	Water bottles are provided by students and families or made available by school building	Protocols for Orange match those for Green and Yellow	N/A
63	Water Fountains	Water bottles are provided by students and families		Protocols for Orange match those for Green and Yellow	N/A
64	Cafeteria / Meals	Students may need to eat in their classrooms, in the reserve gym, main gym commons, and the art room to achieve the necessary space.	Social Distancing - It space allows, elementary students will eat in the lunch room/gym with social distancing. If unble to socially distance, the elementary will get lunch in the elementary hall & eat in their classrooms	Protocols for Orange will match those for Green and Yellow	Meal assistance will be set up and communicated for families to access
65		Social distancing will be utilized in the lunchroom. Students will sit on only one side of the lunch tables.	Secondary will get lunch in the cafeteria and have seating spaced through the cafeteria and, IF NEEDED reserve gym.
66		No buffet / no mutual condiments
67	Snacks / Milk	Milk will be provided by the school. Care should be taken to limit the number of people handling milk.	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	Protocols for Orange will match those for Yellow	NA
68	Snacks / Milk		Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	Protocols for Orange will match those for Yellow	NA
69	Calendar / Logistics
70	Passing Periods	Normal passing periods	Normal passing periods with face coverings	Normal passing periods with face coverings with half the number of students in attendance	N/A
71	School Calendar	Follow typical school calendar	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	GROUPS WILL ALTERNATE DAYS (M/W/F AND T/R).	Follow typical school calendar with students and staff utilizing distance learning strategies Monday thru Friday
72				This status will be reviewed on a weekly basis every Wednesday for the following week.	This status will be reviewed on a daily basis by 5:00pm for the following day.
73				The potential for makeup days would be considered.	The potential for makeup days would be considered with at least 4 weeks notice to changing a day from non-student/staff to regular school.
74	Entering/Exiting Building	Students may follow past practice with entry / exit points	Social Distancing with entry points assigned.	Protocols for Orange will match those for Yellow	No students or visitors would be allowed in the building during this time
75	Entering/Exiting Building	Hand sanitizer will be provided at each entry site.	Social Distancing with exit points staggered and assigned.	Protocols for Orange will match those for Yellow
76	Pick-up / Drop Off of Students	Social Distancing practices should be followed	No congregating will be allowed at entrance or exit areas while waiting for students	Parents must stay in their vehicle during pick-up and drop off	No students or outside visitors allowed on site
77		Parents are encouraged to stay in their vehicle during pick-up and drop off.	Parents will be encouraged to stay in their vehicle during pick-up and drop off
78		Parents are recommended to wear masks in the building.	Parents will be required to wear masks in the building
79	Visitors at School - during school hours	Visitors will be limited to educational reasons	Face coverings will be required of guests	College Representatives would no longer be made available in person	No Visitors allowed at school during remote learning
80		Visitors will be strongly encouraged to wear a face covering	Families are restricted from visiting the school to only activities required by policy or law		**This excludes scenarios such as, discipline related occurrences and student meetings / conferences, IEP’s, MDT’s. Parents are allowed to be in the building at these times with masks required
81		College Representatives would be welcome for students to pre-register	For all students, all cases (i.e. student has an appointment, is ill, or needs to leave early) parents will call when they arrive at the building and the student will be released
82			**This excludes scenarios such as, discipline related occurrences and student meetings / conferences, IEP’s, MDT’s. Parents are allowed to be in the building at these times with masks required
83	Recess	Students will wash hands or use sanitizer before and after recess	As much as possible, individual classes will not intermix during recess	Playground equipment will be sanitized at noon and after school.	The Playground is closed.
84	Recess		Playground equipment will be sanitized on a daily basis		The Playground is closed.
85	Activities
86	Extra curricular activities - Students	NSAA Guideline will be followed for all extracurricular activities	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	The administration will work with the competing school to determine if the athletic event can be done safely. All other events will be reviewed by the administration to determine if the event should continue.	Extra Curricular Activities will be cancelled
87		Any travel restrictions would be based DHM guidance
88		Away events - When possible, WWPS students will travel to the site ready to play. Locker room usage will be limited as much as possible both before and after the game.
89	Extra curricular activities - WW fans / Visiting School fans	Social distancing will be required in the concessions line.	All spectators will be required to wear masks.	If it is determined that the athletic event can continue, the administration may limit those who can attend, and what other restrictions will be required for all spectators	Extra Curricular Activities will be cancelled
90		At indoor events, seating will be designated at 'masks are required" and "masks are optional". This will allow patrons the choice of wearing a mask for their own protection.
91		Away events - WWPS will contact the school at which the contest will be held to get current restrictions & those restrictions will be posted to social media and the school website with the expectation that all WWPS personnel, students, parents, patrons, and fans follow the host school's restrictions.
92		Children are expected to sit their parents.
93	Concessions	Social distancing will be required in the concessions line.	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	The administration will determine if hosting a concessions stand is safe.	NA
94	Concessions	Workers are required to wear masks and gloves.	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green		NA
95	Facility usage by outside organizations	Outside groups will continue to be allowed	Daycares that operate in school facilities will follow state DHM guidance (i.e. ASK)	Limited use of the wellness center would be allowed	No Facility Usage
96		Considerations or restrictions may be imposed based on the activity	Community use of the wellness center is allowed	No facility usage, outside of BOE approved exemptions
97			Only coaches / sponsors / students / parents will be allowed in the facility.
98			Face coverings will be required based on the situation and activity
99	Post Game Meals provided by parents	According to the CDC, there is very low risk of contracting COVID-19 from the handling of food or food packaging. However, care should be taken to limit the number of people who handle the food provided for post game meals.	Protocols for Yellow will match those for Green	The school highly encourages that "all in one" meals be purchased at a Hyvee or Subway. This ensure double packaging of food items.	Extra Curricular Activities will be cancelled
100	Post Game Meals - the team stops at a resturuant	Post game stops to eat must be approved prior to leaving for the event. No stops will be allowed in cities or areas that are experiencing a spike in COVID-19 cases.	Meals must purchased to go and eaten on the bus. No staying in establishments to eat. All athletes /staff must wear a mask in the facility.	Post Game Meal stops are not allowed.	Extra Curricular Activities will be cancelled