Brenda Wieckhorst

This action plan provides a framework for Nebraska City Public Schools to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the educational program during the 2020-2021 school year. The plan is structured around principles and tiers to ensure district agility in adapting to evolving public health circumstances. It outlines five different educational scenarios and four operational zones (Green, Yellow, Orange, Red) with corresponding health, safety, and operational protocols, including attendance, mask requirements, social distancing, cleaning procedures, and visitor policies. The framework also details responses to confirmed cases and exposures.

The meeting included discussions and potential actions regarding the approval of a classified wage schedule and wage/salary increases for 2020-21, administrator contracts and salary increases for 2020-21, and several personnel hirings. The board also considered the approval of the Core Services Resolution for Educational Service Unit #4 for the 2020-2021 school year, a resolution authorizing the issuance of Promissory Notes, Series 2020, and a foreign exchange student request. Furthermore, the board discussed and took action on the extension of the COVID-19 Classified Staff Pay Authorization to May 22, 2020.

This document outlines Nebraska City Public Schools' plan to address the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on the 2020-2021 school year. It uses a tiered system (Green, Yellow, Orange, Red) to adapt to changing health conditions. The plan details various scenarios, including in-person learning, hybrid models, and remote learning, with corresponding safety measures and operational procedures for each tier. The goal is to provide educational continuity while prioritizing the health and safety of students and staff. The plan also includes a timeline for implementation and a resource map for teachers.