{ "_metadata": { "source": "https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/Policy/ViewPolicy.aspx?S=36030397&revid=XNbZJfKsg7LwrH85NslshplusOpw==", "scrapedAt": "2026-05-24T20:11:49.868Z", "method": "Playwright + Simbli ViewPolicy API scraper" }, "code": "6157", "title": "^Distance Learning", "type": "BP", "section": "6000", "lastRevised": "09/23/2020", "lastReviewed": "09/23/2020", "hasAttachment": false, "revid": "XNbZJfKsg7LwrH85NslshplusOpw==", "contentHtml": "\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\nThe Board of Education recognizes that distance learning can be a viable alternative instructional strategy that supports student achievement of academic goals. Distance learning opportunities may be offered to students participating in independent study, credit recovery courses, enrichment courses, or other courses identified by the Superintendent or designee, or in the event that a school site is physically closed due to widespread illness, natural disaster, or other emergency.
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\nThe district may offer distance teaching and learning through a variety of delivery methods as appropriate for the grade level and subject matter. Distance teaching and learning opportunities shall include video, audio, and/or written instruction in which the primary mode of communication between the student and teacher is online interaction, instructional television, live or prerecorded video, telecourses, and other instruction that relies on computer or communications technology.
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\nDistance Teaching and Learning may also include the use of print materials with written or oral feedback.
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\nThe Superintendent or designee shall review and select distance learning courses, which may include those taught by district staff or others that are of high academic quality and are aligned with district standards and curricula. The Superintendent or designee shall also set standards for the delivery of distance teaching and learning instruction. Direct teacher instruction shall be provided in conjunction with curriculum and other supports. As appropriate, and with permission of a supervisor, courses may be self-directed to allow students to complete assignments at their own pace and/or may involve real-time interaction between the teacher and students.
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\nThe Superintendent or designee shall, in collaboration with teachers, plan for schoolwide or long-term distance learning in the event of a school closure. In developing the plan, the Superintendent or designee shall analyze the course sequence, prioritize content and standards to be completed, and recommend the grading criteria. In such circumstances, students' social-emotional wellness shall be taken into account, and schedules and learning experiences shall be designed to build continuity, routine, and regular connections with students.
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\nAs needed, the Superintendent or designee shall provide teachers with training and ongoing support, including technological support and guidance, to effectively implement distance learning. The district shall also provide opportunities for teachers to communicate and collaborate with each other to exchange information on effective practices. The Superintendent or designee may specify additional documentation means by which teachers report on their activities implementing distance teaching and learning.
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\nStaff shall comply with all copyright regulations in developing materials to be used in distance education courses.
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\nThe district shall take steps to ensure that distance learning opportunities are available to all students, including economically disadvantaged students, students with disabilities, and English learners. Teachers may use multiple methods of providing instruction to meet student needs. All online programming and Internet content shall meet accessibility standards for students with disabilities, including compatibility with commonly used assistive technologies.
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\nThe Superintendent or designee shall assess students' access to technological devices and the Internet and, consistent with the district's budget and technology plan, may loan devices to students to use at home and/or assist families in identifying free service providers. Students are expected to use district technology responsibly in accordance with the district's Acceptable Use Agreement. Students and parents/guardians may not record video or audio or take screenshots or photographs of synchronous instruction during distance learning without written permission from the relevant teacher or instructor for instructional purposes. To the extent possible, the district shall make technical and academic support available to students.
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\nTeachers shall provide regular communications to students and parents/guardians about expectations, assignments, and available resources to assist the student in successful completion of distance learning coursework.
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\nGrading of distance learning assignments and assessments of end-of-course knowledge and understanding of the subject matter shall be consistent with district policy on grading for equivalent courses.\n\n", "contentText": "The Board of Education recognizes that distance learning can be a viable alternative instructional strategy that supports student achievement of academic goals. Distance learning opportunities may be offered to students participating in independent study, credit recovery courses, enrichment courses, or other courses identified by the Superintendent or designee, or in the event that a school site is physically closed due to widespread illness, natural disaster, or other emergency.\n\nThe district may offer distance teaching and learning through a variety of delivery methods as appropriate for the grade level and subject matter. Distance teaching and learning opportunities shall include video, audio, and/or written instruction in which the primary mode of communication between the student and teacher is online interaction, instructional television, live or prerecorded video, telecourses, and other instruction that relies on computer or communications technology.\n\nDistance Teaching and Learning may also include the use of print materials with written or oral feedback.\n\nThe Superintendent or designee shall review and select distance learning courses, which may include those taught by district staff or others that are of high academic quality and are aligned with district standards and curricula. The Superintendent or designee shall also set standards for the delivery of distance teaching and learning instruction. Direct teacher instruction shall be provided in conjunction with curriculum and other supports. As appropriate, and with permission of a supervisor, courses may be self-directed to allow students to complete assignments at their own pace and/or may involve real-time interaction between the teacher and students.\n\nThe Superintendent or designee shall, in collaboration with teachers, plan for schoolwide or long-term distance learning in the event of a school closure. In developing the plan, the Superintendent or designee shall analyze the course sequence, prioritize content and standards to be completed, and recommend the grading criteria. In such circumstances, students' social-emotional wellness shall be taken into account, and schedules and learning experiences shall be designed to build continuity, routine, and regular connections with students.\n\nAs needed, the Superintendent or designee shall provide teachers with training and ongoing support, including technological support and guidance, to effectively implement distance learning. The district shall also provide opportunities for teachers to communicate and collaborate with each other to exchange information on effective practices. The Superintendent or designee may specify additional documentation means by which teachers report on their activities implementing distance teaching and learning.\n\nStaff shall comply with all copyright regulations in developing materials to be used in distance education courses.\n\nThe district shall take steps to ensure that distance learning opportunities are available to all students, including economically disadvantaged students, students with disabilities, and English learners. Teachers may use multiple methods of providing instruction to meet student needs. All online programming and Internet content shall meet accessibility standards for students with disabilities, including compatibility with commonly used assistive technologies.\n\nThe Superintendent or designee shall assess students' access to technological devices and the Internet and, consistent with the district's budget and technology plan, may loan devices to students to use at home and/or assist families in identifying free service providers. Students are expected to use district technology responsibly in accordance with the district's Acceptable Use Agreement. Students and parents/guardians may not record video or audio or take screenshots or photographs of synchronous instruction during distance learning without written permission from the relevant teacher or instructor for instructional purposes. To the extent possible, the district shall make technical and academic support available to students.\n\nTeachers shall provide regular communications to students and parents/guardians about expectations, assignments, and available resources to assist the student in successful completion of distance learning coursework.\n\nGrading of distance learning assignments and assessments of end-of-course knowledge and understanding of the subject matter shall be consistent with district policy on grading for equivalent courses.", "footnotes": [ { "type": "Management Resources", "references": [ { "code": "Website", "description": "CSBA District and County Office of Education Legal Services", "url": "https://legalservices.csba.org/" } ] } ], "crossRefs": [], "attachments": [] }