Family Meeting West Powellhurst, Earl Boyles, Gilbert Heights Gilbert Park, and Lincoln Park TBD Mascot
Meet the Principals Susan Olds Stacie Moncrief West Powellhurst Gilbert Park Ericka Guynes Earl Boyles Barb Kienle Ceci De Valdenebro Gilbert Heights Lincoln Park
Agenda ▪ Why We Are Here ▪ What is Comprehensive Distance Learning (CDL)? ▪ How will we ensure a high quality and an effective education for all of our students? ▪ Q&A
Equity Statement Earl Boyles, Gilbert Heights, Gilbert Park, Lincoln Park and West Powellhurst schools are dedicated to creating a safe, judgement-free environment for all races and cultures. We value and embrace our amazing diversity.
We are here for you! We as educators and parents acknowledge how difficult online education is for families and teachers. We understand this is a time to lift one another up with hope, grace and support in circumstances that are not ideal.
I n order to resume in-person instruction Why the following conditions must be met: Comprehensive County Metrics (Must be Met Three Weeks in a Row) Distance 10 or fewer cases per 100,000 people ● Learning? over 7 days ● Test positivity of 5% or less over 7 days Statewide Metrics (Must be Met Three Governor Brown and ODE Ready Schools, Safe Learners: Weeks in a Row) Community COVID 19 Metrics Test positivity of 5% or less over 7 ● July 28, 2020 days 7
Comprehensive Distance Learning Full virtual format called Comprehensive ● Distance Learning (CDL) Timeline (as of now): September-December ● Possible Reuniting: January 4 th . ● Focus on great gains academically and socially ● We are always here to support you! ●
Synchronous Learning Asynchronous Learning NOT live , between two or more people. Examples: ● Emails ● Live with an adult and student(s) Online discussions ● Messaging ● Blogs Teachers may post opportunities: Small Groups with: ● Videos to watch ● a teacher Teaching ● Reading assignments ● ● an instructional assistant Practice problems & *These will relate to what was presented in Learning synchronous learning Applied Learning ● Students build ofg of the teacher's facilitated learning. ● It should be meaningful and challenging. ● May be done individually or with peers, family and community. 9
Guiding Principles ▪ Ensure safety and wellness ▪ Cultivate connection and relationship ▪ Center on Equity ▪ Innovate
Differences: Spring vs. Fall Instruction Increased Learning Time ▪ Teacher Daily Facilitated for all students needs ▪ Relationships Daily check ins ▪ Daily peer interaction and attendance ▪ Family Engagement and Communication Family Connections at least 4 x per year ▪ Student Feedback at least 3 X per year ▪ Digital Learning Needs Digital curriculum ▪ Devices provided for each student ▪ More tutorials and support for caregivers ▪
Stakeholder Engagement - Our Lessons Learned ▪ Every family has needs and priorities are difgerent - flexible supports are needed. □ Positive and Thankful vs. Overwhelmed □ Too much work vs. Not enough work ▪ Parents want more direct instruction with teachers ▪ Consistent platforms that teachers use to instruct and turn in assignments ▪ Clear and Consistent Communication ▪ Accountability and Progress Monitoring ▪ Social and Emotional Supports ▪ Continue to partner with our families and partners
What You Can Expect from Us ▪ Build Connections ▪ Care for your child even from a distance ▪ Grow their academic and social ▪ Create Joy ▪ Provide resources
Family & Student Roles Family Students ● Meet with teachers ● Come to school! ● Know your daily schedule ● Read all school emails ● Do your best ● Know your child’s daily ● Keep track of your progress schedule ● Ask for help from your ● Check In on your child’s teacher assignments, participation, ● Share your knowledge, ideas, and behavior and interests with your class ● Keep your school informed ● Be safe, respectful, and responsible 14
Student and Family Support Support our families = support our children. ● Staff will have office hours every day ● Video tutorials to help parents and students. ● We will also provide technical ‘Helpdesk’ ● support via email and phone
▪ Attendance is still very important! ▪ Students should be logging onto the platform every day and participate as much as possible. ▪ Critical not only for their academic achievement, but also for their social connections.
Start of the Year Schedule We are all eager to get started with our students! ● September 8-11: Planning and School Communication ● September 14-18: Week of Welcome Students begin - focus on setting expectations and building relationships, Virtual Open Houses, personal phone calls ● September 21: Online Academic Instruction begins
Chromebooks and Technology We will be providing each student with a ● Chromebook Distribution Plan: Our plan is to distribute ● Chromebooks to our families starting the week of September 8th-11th 9:00-11:00 and 1:00-4:00 Ron Russell ○ Ventura Park ○ Gilbert Heights ○ Cherry Park ○
New Curriculum: Fuel Ed ▪ Comprehensive program for all subjects ▪ New platform: Newrow ▪ Teachers will still be able to add in supplements ▪ Reading, Writing, Math, Social Studies, Science, Art, PE, Music, and wellness
Schedules Five days per week ▪ Live, recorded and independent time ▪ Variation in times based on grade level ▪ Small and whole group instruction ▪ Office hours: Various time options ▪ Frequent and intentional screen time breaks ▪
Sample 9:00-9:20 Community, Connection and Daily Overview Student 9:20-9:50 ELA Synchronous Schedule 9:50-10:20 ELA Small Group 10:20-10:30 Movement Break (will vary for individual schools and grades) 10:30-11:00 Synchronous Math & Integrated ELD 11:00-11:30 Math Small Group 11:30-12:00 Learning Club 12:00-1:00 Lunch & Movement 1:00-1:30 Content: Social Studies, Science, Wellness, Art 1:30-2:00 Specials
School Supplies We typically charge a $20.00 supply fee for each of ● our students. We will not be charging parents during distance ● learning. When we go back to school in person we may charge ● families a prorated amount. Supply kits for each of our students with basic supplies ● provided by the school. Our curriculum will also be providing supplies ●
Breakfast and Lunch We will serve free breakfast and free lunch to ● all who are enrolled in David Douglas schools Grab and Go ● Breakfast and Lunch served together ● Lunch and Breakfast: served 12:00-1:00. ● Locations: ● Neighborhood school ○ Distribution via bus stops starting ○ September 14th
Grading ● We will continue with our proficiency-based grading system ● You will receive report cards ● Students will have opportunities for regular feedback from teachers Instruction will be aligned to grade level ● standards ● Assessments will be given to measure progress
How You Can Support Take care of yourself and give yourself grace ● Have a clear daily routine for your kids to follow. ● This includes wake up times, bed time, meals, movement, etc Find a quiet space for learning ● Follow daily schedule shared by the teacher ● Have supplies ready in your learning space ● Students attend every live session ●
Questions?
Contact Information Susan Olds-West Powellhurst, susan_olds@ddsd40.org, 503-256-6509 Ceci De Valdenebro-Lincoln Park, ceci_devaldenebro@ddsd40.org , 503-256-6504 Stacie Moncrief-Gilbert Park, stacie_moncrief@ddsd40.org 503-256-6531 Barb Kienle-Gilbert Heights, barbara_keinle@ddsd40.org 503-256-6502 Ericka Guynes-Earl Boyles, ericka_guynes@ddsd40.org 503-256-6554
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