Review Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 10/27/2020 - 5:30 PM
Category: Items of Business
Type: Action
Subject: 2. Action on the Phased-In MPS School Reopening Plan for the 2020-2021 School Year
Strategic Plan Compatibility Statement:
Goal 1
Academic Achievement
Goal 2
Student, Family and Community Engagement
Goal 3
Effective and Efficient Operations
Policy: Admin Policy 1.01 - Vision, Mission, Core Beliefs, and Goals
Attachments 1. Roadmap to Readiness October 2020 Update
2. Roadmap to Readiness Update Presentation
File Attachment:
Roadmap to Readiness October 2020 Update.pdf
Roadmap to Readiness Update Presentation Oct 27 2020.pdf
Background: In May, June, and July 2020, the Administration shared preliminary and updated plans associated with the reopening of school for the 2020-2021 school year with the Milwaukee Board of School Directors. Due to the fluid nature and the need for flexibility during the pandemic, the plans continue to be further refined to best support the health and safety of our community.

Early on in the process, the Administration convened work groups to address different areas of consideration for school reopening: health and safety, academics, school operations, communications, professional development, and classroom and schoolwide supports. The work groups include teachers, school leaders, other staff, MTEA representatives, students, parents, and community members. The groups continue to meet to plan for school reopening.

The Administration continues to take into account the feedback from the work groups, parents, students, and staff while reviewing and considering guidance from various entities including the Council of the Great City Schools; other school districts; and, local and state guidance.

The attached Roadmap to Readiness Update provides information for moving into Phase 2.
Fiscal Impact Statement: This item does not authorize expenditures. Any costs associated with implementing the MPS School Reopening Plan will follow Administrative Policy 3.09 in seeking Board approval.
Implementation and Assessment Plan Upon approval by the Board, the Administration will begin plans to implement Phase 2.
Recommendation: The Administration recommends that the Board approve the implementation of Phase 2, with the hybrid model of education to begin in January 2021 for all MPS schools.
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Calvin Fermin - Deputy Superintendent
Signed By:
Keith Posley, Ed.D. - Superintendent