1. Where is Sandusky Middle School located?

Sandusky Middle School is located in 2130b Hayes Ave,Sandusky, OH-44870

2. What is Sandusky Middle School's Phone Number/Contact Number?

(419)984-1180 is the listed contact number for Sandusky Middle School

3. What grades does Sandusky Middle School teach?

Sandusky Middle Schoolenrollments are open for PK to grade 6 students.

1. How many kids are in each classroom?

The average class size in elementary is 18-20. The average class size in middle school is 22- 24 and high school average class size in 18-20.

2. If our students decide to go virtual and cannot take orchestra, can they rejoin orchestraonce returning to in-person learning?

Students who enroll in our virtual option will have the opportunity to take classes such as orchestra, band and choir, if that is the choice of the parent. Students who attend the virtual model will also have access to after school activities. Safety protocols will be enforced.

3. Will there be online for preschool?

Yes, students in grades Pre-K-12 will have the option of selecting the online option. Parents of very young children should consult their teacher to discuss learning styles, comfort with technology, levels of maturity, and parent/guardian availability to assist very young learners.

4. Can teachers select an option to have students observe their lessons online in real time whilestudents are using a virtual option? I would be happy to teach choir live, record myself onlyand then upload the lesson.

We highly encourage teachers to utilize innovative ways to engage our students in both the virtual and in-person learning models. Blending the two models to assist and support our students is highly recommended. While there are contractual elements that govern the teacher workday and conditions, we welcome and encourage downloading lessons and making them available to students in our online platform.

5. Will the COVID Home Based Learning students be able to utilize the webcams provided toonline learners?

The district will make every effort to ensure that online learners have access to all aspects of technology support to achieve their academic outcomes.

6. What is the action plan for substitutes and buildings when adequate subs are not available?Are we prepared and how?

The district has taken the initiative to hire multiple building subs for each building, meaning that we will have in-house subs to cover for absent staff. We acknowledge that there is a limited amount of subs and there are days when it is difficult to staff all classes. We are working with several staffing agencies to increase sub availability, hire in-house subs, and ultimately principals will have to come up with creative ways to fill classes in the case of emergencies.

7. If my child stays home, what about band, choir, keynotes, and bell choir? What aboutparticipation in sports?

Any student who enrolls in the online platform will have the opportunity to participate in the in-person extra-curricular activities. This will be an option that parents will have to consider, in light of an in-person engagement with extra-curricular activities.

8. Will the COVID Home Based online option continue with the classroom-paced schedulethrough January?

Yes. Students have the option to continue following their current schedule and participate in their assigned classes through the Google Classroom and/or Google Meets.

9. Will the specials teachers come to the classroom to limit the number of students in the hallway?

Principals will arrange staffing priority for teachers to limit students in the hallway and other common space areas as much as possible. Principals will also arrange one-way hallway direction signs, staggered school bells, and other strategies to limit student capacity in both hallways and common areas in the buildings.

10. What decision was made in regards to sending students back to school?

The Administration made a recommendation to the Board of Education for all students in Pre-K-12 to return to in-person learning in the traditional five-day school week.

11. Why did district leaders recommend going back to a five-day traditional school week?

The Administration reviewed a number of criteria to make the recommendation. Those criteria included (a) quantitative feedback from the Erie County Health Commissioner, (b) research articles along with local, state and national trends, (c) customer surveys from parents, teachers and students, and (d) the impact on our curriculum and organizational logistics. Based on these and other factors, we felt it was appropriate to recommend that students return to school in person starting on October 19, 2020.

12. Can parents still choose an online option instead of going back to school?

Yes, parents will have the option of having their children enrolled in one of the district’s online platforms.

13. Will all schools have a nurse in house daily? How will wellness checks, student illness,COVID scares, be handled?

Our plan is to provide a minimum of one nurse at each building in the district. We will have a multi-check approach to wellness checks; i.e. parent check at home, check-in at school during the first period class. Our current plan is for temperature checks to occur daily at each school. All medical issues will be addressed at the building level with the ultimate decision being made by the parent of the child. All staff members will be trained to work with students.

14. Is it true that school classrooms have about a foot between desks and no windows? What isthe district position on 6 feet of social distances? What is the position on 3 feet?

There are some rooms in the district that will be challenged with maintaining 6 feet of social distancing. We are reviewing all of those classrooms to determine how we can rearrange schedules and traffic flow to address this concern. We have had many conversations about 3 feet of social distancing. Candidly, the social distancing of 6 feet versus 3 feet is still under national research and review. We want to be very clear with our parents that we are committed to 6 feet of social distancing whenever feasible - but know that it may not always be possible and they should consider that when they are reviewing their options.

15. What about students with medical conditions that cannot wear a mask all day?

Students will have the option to take the online option if there is concern for any medical condition. If a student with a certified medical condition wishes to attend the in-person learning option, official medical documentation by a licensed physician will be required. Parents will need to sign a waiver for liability.

1. What can you do if you would like to know more about training for parents?

Check on our websites and social media

2. Who is the executive assistant to the Chief Academic Officer?

Roderick Lewis

3. What is the name of the 2030 Initiative?

Envision 2030

4. How long has the 2030 Initiative been developed?

Over an extended period of time

5. Who will participate in the 2030 Initiative?

All departments within the district

6. What is the name of the ten year plan that provides the district with an innovative vision for the future?

2030 Initiative

7. What has guided the district for the last five years?

The Transformation Plan

8. Who is the Sandusky City Schools Marketing and Communications Specialist?

Kerstyn Pou

9. What is a guide to help your child in the new virtual learning environment?

Virtual recommendations

10. What can you do if you want to know more about training for parents?

Check on our websites and social media

11. Where can you find a copy of the New Blue Streak Parent University guide?

Board Office

12. What does the new Blue Streak Parent University Supporting Learning in the Digital Age mean?

Have a healthy, happy and prosperous holiday

13. What is a proven way to ensure a child is successful through the course of the academic journey and beyond?

Parent and community involvement in education

14. What does Sandusky City Schools pride ourselves in?

Sense of community

15. What is more than just a catchphrase it's a way of life?

Blue Streak Family

16. What website does the Blue Streak Family reach out to?

SCSCares scsk12.net

17. What legacy does Sandusky City Schools have in academics and student activities?

Pride, tradition, and excellence

18. What is Sandusky City Schools known for?

Great Lakes Visual and Performing Arts Academy

19. What are some of the programs that Sandusky City Schools offers in the visual and performing arts?

Theatre, dance, vocals, instrumental music and graphic arts

20. What is the name of the school that runs deep in our athletic programs?

Blue Streak pride

21. What can students start as early as Kindergarten by learning?

Basic and skills necessary to enhance their own talents

22. What is the name of the school that provides an opportunity for students to learn the basics and skills necessary to enhance their own talents?

Elementary Athletic Director

23. What is the fundamentals of at an early age?

Sports

24. What will the Sandusky City Schools District Goals Academics achieve?

Highest standards of academic excellence

25. What does Sandusky City Schools District Goals Academics have?

Financial Resources

26. What is the purpose of the Sandusky City Schools District Goals Academics?

Facilities

27. What will SCS encourage collaboration with stakeholders on all fronts?

Recruitment and retention of students

28. What is the purpose of our staff to have the ability to challenge every student?

Professional development