Remote Learning Parent Webinar: Reed-Custer CUSD 255
“When things are bad, we take comfort in the thought that they could always get worse. And when they are, we find hope in the thought that things are so bad they have to get better.” Malcolm S. Forbes
Schedule: All R-C Schools ● Spring Break through Monday, April 6 th ● Tuesday, April 7 th through Thursday, April 9 th - Planning and Preparation for Remote Learning ● Friday, April 10 th – Off (Good Friday) ● Monday, April 13 th – Remote Learning Begins ● Tentative Closure of School Through April 30 th – (Per State Message on 3/31/20) ● Friday, May 1 st – Off (Scheduled) ● Monday, May 4 th - Tentative Return to School (wishful) As of now, we have only used 1 Emergency Day ➔ Last Day for Students: Tuesday, May 26th ➔ Teacher Institute: Wednesday, May 27 th ➔ This schedule was devised to give staff members time to develop a plan that is appropriate, fair, and manageable for all students and parents.
Before we begin… ● Let’s put things in perspective – school is not and should not be the highest priority for anyone right now – The key for everyone is to stay Healthy and Safe. ● Everyone in our country is stressed over many things right now. Families are in different places regarding finances, work duties, personal responsibilities, and a wide range of other items. We, as a school district, want to keep things as simple as possible during this period for both you as a parent, and your child (children). ● We know that nothing that we do during Remote Learning can come close to replacing the normal classroom instruction that we provide. ● Anything and Everything that you do as a parent to help your child (children) during these difficult times is greatly appreciated. ● Last but not least… Please tell your child (children) that we simply ask them to do the Best They Can!
What is Remote Learning? And…Some General Recommendations ● Remote Learning is any learning that happens outside the traditional classroom. ● During Remote Learning, the first priority is to keep our students physically safe. ● The focus should be on learning and not compliance or grading. ● Both digital and non-digital materials are appropriate and acceptable.
Successful Remote Learning Includes… ● Options for students that consider ALL circumstances, especially related to varying households. ● A mix of instructional tools. ● A common platform where parents and students can access work, find support, and get resources. ○ District Website (discussed later) ● Keeping IEP’s in place for Special Education Students ○ If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s case manager.
Teacher Responsibilities
Reed-Custer teachers will... ● Find ways to communicate with students (Communication plans will vary based upon grade level, course, etc…) ● Make activities available in a timely manner ● Be available to answer questions that students and parents might have ● Provide feedback on student work (as possible) ● Write directions as if a parent is not there to help ● Focus on enrichment of current skills ● Introduce minimal new concepts (only those necessary for grade level or course advancement) – Remember, we completed nearly 80% of the year ● Assist with attendance – Reach out to parents and students as needed
Student Responsibilities
We ask that all students... ● Attempt to check-in to virtual meetings (we know that not all students will be able to do this) ● Review assigned work ● Complete assigned work by the due date (Friday of each week) if at all possible ● Ask questions ● Follow normal classroom expectations
2 Big Questions 1. What about students who do not have an electronic device and/or access to reliable internet? 2. How do we get hard copies of items to students (if needed)?
Electronic Devices - (Borrowed) ● Student names are based upon the electronic survey that was sent out. ● If you need to be included in this list, please contact your building’s Assistant Principal: (Matt Peterson - RCES), (Chad Klover, RCMS, Mike Smith (RCHS). ● matt.peterson@rc255.net , chad.klover@rc255.net , michael.smith@rc255.net ● These devices will need to be returned at the end of the Remote Learning Period. Thursday, April 9th (10am - 1pm) ● Door 9 at RCES (Walker St. entrance) ○ This is for all buildings
Hard Copies of Materials for Students ● Student names will be provided to teachers based upon the electronic survey that was sent out. ● Packets will be prepared for pickup. ● If you have questions, please contact your building’s Assistant Principal: Matt Peterson - RCES, Chad Klover, RCMS, Mike Smith - RCHS. ● matt.peterson@rc255.net , chad.klover@rc255.net , michael.smith@rc255.net ● Parents are asked to return the previous week’s work when they pick up the new packet. Mondays (10am - 1pm) - Starting April 13 th ● Door 9 at RCES (Walker St. entrance) ● At the front door of RCMS & RCHS
Finding Information & Submitting Work (Electronically) The District’s Website www.rc255.net One location for students and parents to initially go to access materials and information LOOK for the REMOTE LEARNING Tab! Links will go live on Friday, April 10 th - Teachers will post assignments by Monday, April 13 th at 8:30am -
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If at any time you run into technical difficulties, please 1 utilize our Technology Support hotline. A link will be provided to access either the 2 grade level page, or an individual teacher page, whichever is most appropriate for All teachers will have a that grade level. direct link to their 3 email.
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Directions for accessing student 1 Google accounts from home. If at any time you run into technical difficulties, please utilize our Technology Support hotline. 2 Each teacher’s name will serve as a hyperlink, directing students to that teacher’s assignments and posts. 3 Most teachers will be utilizing All teachers will Google Classroom, so this link have a direct link 4 will redirect to your to their email. son/daughter’s Google Classroom account.
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Directions for accessing student 1 Google accounts from home. If at any time you run into technical difficulties, please 2 utilize our Technology Support hotline. Each teacher’s name will serve as a hyperlink, directing students/parents to the digital 3 platform for that teacher’s All teachers will assignments. have a direct link 4 Most teachers will be utilizing to their email. Google Classroom.
URL 1 The “waffle” icon in the upper right hand corner houses all Google applications. Once a student is logged into their Reed-Custer Google account, he/she will be given access to all Reed-Custer Google Applications (including email and Google Classroom).
Once a student opens the “waffle” icon, all available Google Applications will appear. It is important to remember the first step is signing into Google using your student’s Reed-Custer Google Username and Password. The middle and high school building pages include resources to complete this process, including a step-by-step video tutorial.
Grading ● We will follow the state’s guidance which clearly states that... “ no educational harm can come to any child ” (with respect to their current academic status). ● Failure to complete work will result in an incomplete grade for the Remote Learning period and could result in other consequences (e.g. summer school, retention, not graduating, etc…) – each student will be looked at individually.
Grading Plan Details: RCES
Grading Plan Details: RCES ● If remote learning continues through the end of the school year, we will not be adding 4th quarter/3rd trimester grades to the report card. ● During the remote learning time, teachers will not be able to accurately assess if students can independently and consistently demonstrate mastery of the standards. ● Teachers will instead provide students and parents a written narrative that summarizes the learning done in school during the first three quarters of the year, as well as during our remote learning time. ● This narrative will include areas of strength as well as specific suggestions for summer learning and areas for growth.
Grading Plan Details: RCMS & RCHS
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