Virtual Learning Plan for Future Inclement Weather
Feb. 12, 2021
Dear Lindbergh Families,
Lindbergh Schools can now use technology such as Zoom and Canvas to allow students to participate in school from home. This means we will not have to extend the school year beyond Memorial Day if we use up all of our built-in snow days. Next week’s forecast includes a chance of severe winter weather, which means it may be unsafe for students and staff to travel to and from school. As we look ahead to next week, please read on to find out how we can use this virtual learning plan and also keep students and families informed. As a reminder, students do not have school this Monday, Feb. 15, in observance of Presidents Day.
The district has one remaining snow day built into our school calendar, which we will use before we implement Alternative Methods of Instruction (AMI), where the state allows virtual learning for school attendance. After that, the district will plan to use virtual instruction days, which will allow students to learn at home, and will also prevent us from having to extend the school year.
Virtual Learning Day Schedule
Expect to receive an email from your student’s teacher(s) or principal on virtual learning days. This communication will include your student’s daily schedule, and times when your child will be expected to log on for live instruction.
Early Childhood Education
Students will have an hour and a half of instructional content during the day that may include live and recorded instruction. Teachers will provide details of their plans to families.
ARC
Elementary ARC will follow their typical school day schedule; teachers will communicate if any adjustments to synchronous and asynchronous learning are necessary.
Secondary ARC will follow the middle school and high school schedules detailed below.
Elementary School
Students will have at least two live check-ins on Zoom with their teacher, in addition to at least two hours of instructional time. The day will begin with a live check in on Zoom at 9 a.m., which could include a class meeting and live instruction, for example. The day would also include a learning block in the morning, which could include both live instruction and independent work. Students will also check in on Zoom after lunch for review and updates. Please look for additional details from your student’s teacher.
Middle School
- If the virtual learning day is on a Monday, the virtual Monday schedule will remain in place.
- If the virtual learning day is Tuesday-Friday:
- Classes will be held virtually from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
- Students will attend the scheduled A or B day elective classes for that day.
- Students will be required to connect via Zoom with classroom teachers at the beginning of each period.
- Teachers may send students work to complete independently, or keep them online for direct instruction. In addition, students may check in at the end of each class if requested by the teacher.
- Daily Schedule:
- Flyertime: 9:30-9:55 a.m.
- 1st period: 10-10:30 a.m.
- 2nd period: 10:35-11:05 a.m.
- 3rd period: 11:10-11:40 a.m.
- Lunch: 11:40 a.m.-12:10 p.m.
- 4th period: 12:15-12:45 p.m.
- 5th period: 12:50-1:20 p.m.
- 6th period: 1:25-1:55 p.m.
- 7th period: 2-2:30 p.m.
High School
- If the virtual learning day is on a Monday, the virtual Monday schedule will remain in place.
- If the virtual learning day is Tuesday-Friday:
- Classes will be held virtually from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
- Students will attend scheduled block classes for that day.
- Students will be required to connect via Zoom with classroom teachers at the beginning of each period.
- Teachers may send students work to complete independently, or keep them online for direct instruction. In addition, students may check in at the end of each class if requested by the teacher.
- Daily Schedule:
- 1st or 2nd period: 9:30-10:30 a.m.
- 3rd or 4th period: 10:40-11:40 a.m.
- Lunch: 11:40 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
- 5th or 6th period: 12:20-1:20 p.m.
- 7th or Academic Networking: 1:30-2:30 p.m.
These virtual learning opportunities will allow our students to continue to engage with teachers on days when it is unsafe to travel to and from school. It also benefits families by ensuring that the school year does not extend past Memorial Day. We appreciate your partnership and support, and I hope you and your family are staying safe and warm!
Sincerely,
Dr. Tony Lake
Superintendent of Schools