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Equity FocusedDesign structures and strategies for equitable outcomes, specifically addressing the needs of students with disabilities, English Language Learners and economically disadvantaged students.
Access and Equity
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Will my child remain on the AP/Gifted/Honors path when we return from distance to inperson instruction?
Yes, students will continue AP/Gifted/Honors paths in-person and 100% Distance Learning models.
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There is a concern for students with limited or no access to internet. Will the school division provide hotspots or provide low-cost internet service options?
The Winchester Public Schools has signed an agreement with Comcast to provide internet access for families that qualify for the Internet Essentials program. The Winchester Public Schools will pay for up to 500 families to participate in this program. For more information click here or contact your school.
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What about services for students on an IEP, 504 Plan, and/or receiving ELL services?
All students who have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), 504 Plan, or who receive English Language Learner services will continue receiving the instructional supports and accommodations as described in their plans. For families enrolling in the 100% Distance Learning, a meeting may be required to determine how your child’s individualized plan(s) would be implemented through the online model.
Special Education
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Is 100% Distance Learning appropriate for my child who has an IEP?
The IEP team should convene to discuss the IEP goals and services. When proposing to use virtual learning, the IEP team should consider several factors. Some factors to consider include the complexity of the student’s special education and related services needs, the context and environment in which the student interacts, and how comfortable the student and his/her parent(s)/caregiver(s) are with using technology.
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My child has a current IEP. Will the IEP need to be amended prior to starting school?
Whether your child participates in 100% distance learning or a combination that includes in-person learning, a meeting will be scheduled to amend the current IEP to reflect the services proposed. This meeting will be scheduled on or before the start of the school year.
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If I prefer that my child participate in 100% Distance Learning, will they continue to receive related services?
Yes, your child will continue to receive the related services documented in their IEP if participate in distance learning. The IEP team will determine the specifics of how these services will be delivered.
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Will my child receive special transportation if we choose in- person learning?
If your child's need for special transportation was determined by the IEP team and documented in the IEP, they would continue to have special transportation available to them.
English Learners
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My child receives language services through the ESOL program in Winchester Public Schools. Should I choose Option 1 or 2 for them to continue receiving these services?
Students who receive services in our ESOL program will continue to receive these services with an ESOL teacher in both Option 1 and Option 2. ESOL teachers will provide instructional service in person for students attending school two days weekly, and they will provide supported assignments as well as face to face online contact for students who are distance learning at home. -
I am having difficulty understanding a lot of these choices and would like someone to discuss all of this with. Is someone available to speak with me about this in my home language?
Each of our schools in WPS has a bilingual Family Liaison who you may call and discuss these choices with. Our liaisons are bilingual in Spanish and English. If your home language is another language, our liaisons can contact another interpreter or use Language Line to answer your questions and assist you. Please call your child's school to contact your liaison.
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Will the division send communication in other languages?
Yes, primarily in English and Spanish. However, if you do not receive communication in your spoken language needed, here are some options: Request translation at your from school, use the translator tool on the division and school website.