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Pine-Richland School District - Return to School
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Parents

Grades 7-12 Options
For middle school and high school,
students also have two choices but the
delivery model is slightly different (100%
virtual or A/B Schedule). The differences
are based on the level of independence of
students. They are also based on the
robust nature of the program of students
and variations in courses. As a starting
point for the year with plans to run
through the end of September at least, this
model significantly reduces the number of
students in physical attendance. It
increases the importance – however – that
students at home can stay on track with
curriculum pacing and learning. The
increased independence of students will
allow them to follow along with direct
instruction and continue engagement in learning activities in a more synchronous environment.

IEP (Special Education/
Tier III)
The Student Services and Special
Education Department will contact you
directly if your child qualifies with an IEP
(Special Education/Tier III) to have the
following options:
Children can attend every day or
participate physically on an alternate day
schedule. For the alternating schedule, this
will be determined by alphabet (See next
question.). For example, if a Monday is
considered “A” day, then Tuesday is “B”
day. Wednesday would be “A” day. That
pattern continues. This reduces the
number of students in the classroom at
one time. By reducing students, we
increase physical distancing. When at
home (in the blue), these students will be able to see the interactive display board in the classroom, access
materials, and listen to the teacher. These students also have the option of participating in 100% virtual
instruction – K-6 children will be taught by a teacher designated as a virtual teacher or if in 7-12, these
students will remotely connect to the classroom and follow the same schedule as in-person students.

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