May 2020
Health-Related School Closure Preparedness Plan
Lehmann School
1100 Airport Road
Lakewood, NJ 08701
732.905.7200
Schroth School
1701 Kneeley Boulevard
Wanamassa, NJ 07712
732.493.5900
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Table of Contents
Component 1 - Equitable Access to Instruction .......................................................................... 2
Curriculum Information ............................................................................................................... 2
Component 2 - Addressing Special Education Needs ................................................................. 2
Component 3 - Addressing ELL and Bilingual Needs ................................................................ 3
Component 4 - Safe Delivery of Meals ....................................................................................... 4
Component 5 - Length of Virtual or Remote Instructions Day ................................................... 4
Component 6 - Attendance .......................................................................................................... 4
Component 7 - Facilities.............................................................................................................. 5
Summer Programming ................................................................................................................. 5
Additional Information ................................................................................................................ 5
Addendum A – Essential Employees .......................................................................................... 6
Addendum B – Staff Tasks During Remote Learning .............................................................. 10
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Component 1 - Equitable Access to Instruction
Curriculum Information
LADACIN Network’s Lehmann and Schroth Schools utilize Unique Learning System® (ULS)
curriculum. ULS launches from a cloud-based platform allowing educators to deliver
differentiated, standards-aligned content enhanced by assessments, data tools and evidence-based
instructional support.
Plan for Implementation
Each student has an individualized log in. Detailed instructions will be provided to parents.
Individualized assignments will be displayed on screen once the student/parent logs into their
account. After completing the assignment, student/parent clicks on log out button to submit
completed lesson. Administrators and teachers will be updating lessons, checking completed
assignments and communicating with families regarding student progress. A parent help line is
established in case of technical difficulties.
Communication
School programs are utilizing ClassDojo. ClassDojo is a social media-like platform enabling
public and private communication between school staff and families. It allows for the school
staff to send messages to families, share photos and videos, and get family and student feedback
to teacher lessons and overall communication in a secure safe place. School leaders are able to
track all communication and collect data regarding family needs.
Technology Support Services
In collaboration with sending districts, devices will be made available to all students. Any IT
support is available, requested through classroom teacher.
Component 2 - Addressing Special Education Needs
LADACIN Network uses a transdisciplinary (TD) team approach to the evaluation of service
needs and development of individual transdisciplinary services, programs and reports. These
reports include goals, objectives and activities developed by the team, including the person
served. The team approach encompasses the medical, educational, therapeutic, and social aspects
of the individual’s development.
Each student’s program is individualized and based on his or her Individual Education Plan,
which is developed in conjunction with the family and the district Child Study Team. Curriculum
is consistent with the NJ Core Curriculum Standards and includes an emphasis on academic,
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readiness and pre-readiness skills, social skills, functional daily living skills, pre-vocational
skills, communication skills, and fine and gross motor skills. All certificated staff document IEP
implementation in Realtime, a student information system. During virtual learning, LADACIN
School Programs are working to meet each student’s IEP to the greatest extent possible. Virtual
IEP meetings are conducted in conjunction with the sending district. Related services are being
provided on a Zoom HIPPA compliant platform.
LADACIN Network’s school programs utilize a web-based curriculum, Unique Learning
System® (ULS). ULS is a standards-based curriculum specifically designed so that students
with special needs can access the general education curriculum. This personalized system allows
for more time engaging students in valuable learning time by providing differentiated lesson
materials, detailed lesson plans, standards alignments and evidence based teaching strategies
with data-driven results.
Each student has an individualized log in. Detailed instructions will be provided to parents.
Individualized assignments will be displayed on screen once the student/parent logs into their
account. After completing the assignment, student/parent clicks on log out button to submit
completed lesson. Administrators and teachers will be updating lessons/checking completed
assignments and communicating with families regarding student progress.
In addition, the school programs are utilizing ClassDojo. ClassDojo is a social media-like
platform enabling public and private communication between school staff and families. It allows
for the school staff to send messages to families, share photos and videos, and get family and
student feedback to teacher lessons and overall communication in a secure safe place. School
leaders are able to track all communication and collect data regarding family needs.
In order to facilitate the aforementioned, we have been working with sending districts to ensure
easy access to technology for all families. In some cases, we have provided families with iPads
loaded with all necessary apps specific to the individual student. A parent help line is established
in case of technical difficulties.
Component 3 - Addressing ELL and Bilingual Needs
Bilingual needs are accommodated through utilization of a contracted translation service. In
addition the communication platform being used by the schools, ClassDojo, supports translation
for 35 languages.
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Component 4 - Safe Delivery of Meals
Sending districts are responsible for any out of district students who receive free or reduced
lunches.
Component 5 - Length of Virtual or Remote Instructions Day
LADACIN School Program’s virtual hours of operation are 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. During these
hours staff is available for support in a myriad of different ways:
Teachers are posting daily lesson plans with links embedded for easy access. They’re
staying close and connected to our curriculum. The curriculum is individualized and
differentiated. Students are leveled according to data derived from assessments and
evaluations available on ULS.
Supplemental applications (apps) and on-line programs are embedded into daily lesson
plans geared towards student’s learning levels. Detailed parent trainings (in video
format) are conducted to ensure proper navigation.
Teachers are using apps like Screencastify which allow them to split the screen and teach
either with a voice over or their video directly on the screen.
Special area teachers are continuing with their weekly lessons which are provided
through our virtual platform, ClassDojo and correspond with classroom schedules.
Social workers and nurses are checking in with families and providing resources within
their local community.
Support staff attends all TD meetings and follows through with teacher directives to
support students in the classrooms. One-on-one paraprofessionals continue to support the
teacher in supporting their specific student’s IEP goals and objectives to the greatest
extent possible.
Therapists are providing Teletherapy according to IEPs to the greatest extent possible
Component 6 - Attendance
LADACIN Network School Programs school leaders are working collaboratively with sending
districts regarding attendance. Teachers touch base with families daily to provide any support
needed for success. All correspondence is detailed in our student record system, Realtime, and is
readily available upon request.
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Component 7 - Facilities
Upon closure of the Lehmann and Schroth School facilities, a commercial company cleaned the
facilities and applied Vital Oxide, an EPA registered List N Disinfectant for use against SARS-
CoV-2. We are following CDC Guidance for cleaning and disinfecting. A day porter has
returned three days per week and maintenance staff is working daily on preventative
maintenance. Upon reopening the facilities will be disinfected in the same manner.
All sites have security systems and the Director of Facilities or designee receives notification of
any issues.
Summer Programming
Graduation
The Lehmann and Schroth Schools Special Activities Committee are working on a safe, yet
special, way to celebrate our graduates in accordance with the Governor’s directives.
Extended School Year (ESY)
If LADACIN Network’s Lehmann and Schroth Schools remain closed during ESY due to the
COVID-19 pandemic, our ESY program will be conducted via remote learning. Due to the
medical fragility of the students that we serve, we do not see a full on-site return for the summer
program. As the summer evolves, if restrictions are lifted by the Governor, LADACIN Network
School Programs are prepared to execute our gradual re-entry plan, which includes, establishing
which students have clearance to return as determined in collaboration with the student’s district,
doctor and family. We would then look at classroom sizes and space to ensure social distancing.
The plan for reentry would include a staggered return of essential staff before filtering in
students. CDC guidelines will be followed for return program considerations.
Additional Information
For additional information regarding this preparedness plan, please contact:
Lisa Graul
Director of Children’s Programs
T: 732-493-5900 M: 908-278-9273
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Addendum A – Essential Employees
Administration
Executive Director Patricia Carlesimo
Assistant to Executive Director Linda Steeger
Director of Children’s Programs Lisa Graul
Assistant to Director of Children’s Programs Denise Henry
Finance
Lisa Morrissey
Lisa Palmer
Crystal Pendry
Sandy Rodgers
Pamela Stewart
Jaqueline Vaughn
Payroll Patricia Ash
Deborah Donovan
Human Resources
Heather Cavise
Mary Ellen Clark
Lisa Cranmer
Information Technology & Facilities
Orville Booth
Richard Hileman
Florentino Ibarra
Andrew Widner
Community Relations Luisa Vroman
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Lehmann School
Principal Roseatta Darcy
Sr. Administrative Assistant Betty Ellison
Secretary Tina Aponte
Teacher
Tracy Barone
Lori Crick
Tracy Howell
Sara Kahl-Winter
Denise Pfister
Jacey Rizer
Paraprofessional
Lorraine Bedson
Jeanne Conroy
Aubrey Dressler
Grisella Flores-Vargas
Kandi Higgins
Sharon Paquin
Debra Perkins
Iraida Rios
Joann Rutherford
Brigitte Tranchina
Caitlyn Travis
Christine Troy
David Viscomi
Therapy Department Chairperson Debbie Eyer
Therapist
Shannon Adams
Allison Einzinger
Kristin Feaster
Brittany Jacobs
Nurse Jennifer Cavanaugh
Carol Doran
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Schroth School
Principal Amy Cerulo
Sr. Administrative Assistant Christine Teseriero
Secretary Tiffanie Coby
Teacher
Margaret Bailey
Michelle Bolton
Janet Cusick
Jason Desch
Catherine DiFiglia
Doreen Hoban
Matthew Jordan
Debra Lorenz
Robyn Manzella
Sarah Pena
Lynn Poggioli
Jennifer Ward
Paula Waters
Karen Wratchford
Paraprofessional
Tameka Adams
Adrienne Baker-Statham
Elvira Cepeda
Vereen Colbert
Alba Collazo
Tyhesia Elliot
Bridgette Fairley
Veronica Figueroa-Medina
Tinea Fitzgerald
Pamela Flood
Denise Ghizzone
Leslie Glazer-Jacobs
Benjamin Green
Sandra Hoecker
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Schroth School (continued)
Paraprofessional
Kim Knust
Leslie Mafla
Veronica Martinez
Emily Mitchell
Michelle Moir
Jeaqueline Montanez
Aracelis Riveria
Yajaira Rojas
Irma Romero
Latoya Smith
Sharon Smith
Heather Tilton
Therapy Department Chairperson Kyle Keel
Therapist
Jena Crawford
Staci Guthartz
Brittany Jacobs
Lori Kajfasz
Georgina LaMarche
Virginia Mathers
Margaret Metro
Roni Pluskalowski
Lauren Pusz
Nicole Santostefano
Matthew Shaw
Catherine Smock
Ashley Steigerwald
Dana Westby
Nurse
Margaret Chapman
Brittany Hurden
Kristin Noto
Wendy Rachmelowitz
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Addendum B – Staff Tasks During Remote Learning
Classroom Teachers Art Teacher Computer Teacher
Lesson Planning: ULS Unit Planning: Artist Focus Unit Planning: Technology Integration by Month
Realtime: Surveys Summer Camp Arts and Crafts Planning
Summer Camp Tech Planning
Realtime: IEP Writing Carnival Planning Graduation Powerpoint Preparation
Classroom Preparation of Materials
Mural Research for School Creation of Individual AT Assessments/feedback
Roster Planning Prepare Supply Lists Update Subscriptions
IEP Review of New Students Attend weekly TD meetings SMART Notebooks
Volunteer Projects Post Art Projects weekly on Instagram
Attend weekly TD meetings
Lehmann Only: Prom Planning Weekly Lessons for all Classrooms
Weekly Lessons for all Classrooms
Attend weekly TD meetings Music Teacher Physical Education Teacher
Email Task Log each day Unit Planning: Musicicans by Genre
Unit Planning
Post Lesson Plan on Dojo each day
Summer Camp Music Planning Sports Day Planning
Communicate with Families via phone/email/Dojo
Graduation Music Planning Review New 2020 Standards
Record Student Attendance in Realtime
Concert Research & Planning Lesson Planning
Record all Communication in Realtime
Attend weekly TD meetings Attend weekly TD meetings
Post Music Activity/Sing-A-Long on Instagram
Weekly Lessons for all Classrooms
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Social Worker One-on-One
Paraprofessional
Nurse
Parent Workshop Planning for
2020-2021
Attend virtual TD meetings
weekly Realtime Nursing Log Input
Sibling Group Planning Follow through with teacher
recommendations made during
TD meetings for the individual
students you serve
Realtime Nursing Report for IEP
Updating Files/Lists Support the Teacher in
implementing any
recommendations made by
Social Worker
Update Documents
Communication with Families /
Students / Case Managers via
phone, email and Dojo
Kid Grit Assignments to assist
assigned student's emotional
needs
Go through Scripts for updating
Communication with Parents Webinars specific to assigned
student's needs Create Training Manual for
Nursing rleated policies
Realtime: Survey Release, IEP
Management, Communication
Logging
Online Professional
Development specific to
assigned student's needs
Attend virtual IEP meetings as
assigned
Realtime IEP Management Curriculum Materials for ESY Attend virtual TD meetings
weekly
Documentation Communicate with Families and
Students via Dojo Family Communication via
phone, email and Dojo
DLM Forms/Lists Create Activities in collaboration
with Teacher for Student NJ School Nurse trainings
Tour Info. Summary Sheets Post Health Lessons on Dojo
Attend virtual IEP meetings COVID-19 Research
Attend weekly TD meetings Attend regular School Program
Nursing Meetings
Family Support Phone Line Log all Family Communication
in Realtime
Assist Families in Technology /
Equipment Needs
Contact Local Agencies for
Family Support Needs
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Physical Therapists Occupational Therapists Speech Therapists
Develop, modify delivery of home programs
Develop, modify delivery of home programs
Develop, modify delivery of home programs
Contact with families Contact with families Contact with families
Consult with vendors/orthotists and follow up for DME/orthotics (including writing LMN’s obtaining other medical documentation accordingly)
Consult with vendors/orthotists and follow up for DME/orthotics (including writing LMN’s obtaining other medical documentation accordingly)
Consult with vendors/orthotists and follow up for DME/orthotics (including writing LMN’s obtaining other medical documentation accordingly)
Team consultation including therapy chairperson
Team consultation including therapy chairperson
Team consultation including therapy chairperson
Maintain Realtime, including IEP and quarterly reports)
Maintain Realtime, including IEP and quarterly reports)
Maintain Realtime, including IEP and quarterly reports)
Continuing Ed including webinars
Continuing Ed including webinars
Continuing Ed including webinars
Maintain required documentation including updating PT profiles, monthly program stats, and SEMIs
Maintain required documentation including updating OT profiles, monthly program stats, and SEMIs
Maintain required documentation including updating ST/Feeding profiles, monthly program stats and SEMIs
Attend virtual IEP meetings as assigned
Attend virual IEP meetings as assigned
Attend virtual IEP meetings as assigned
Attend weekly TD meetings Attend weekly TD meetings Attend weekly TD meetings
