Nichols E-Learning Overview

The Superintendent or designee will evaluate the specific situation that may require the use of an emergency day and make the decision to use the emergency day with considerations for health and safety.The announcement of an e-Learning day will be made as soon as possible but no later than 5:00 am on the morning of the emergency. The announcement will be made through the standard modes of communication used by the school district (district email, District website, and Facebook).

Please note that communication of the decision and any related instructions will likely be sent both by district and school leaders.

Educators will:

• send out the email notification to students via google classroom once they are notified of an e-learning day.

• ensure that all students have access to 5 clock hours of instruction or work as required by the Illinois school code for students participating in eLearning days.

• combine synchronous and asynchronous work that is designed and appropriate based on the age/grade level of the student.

• utilize our current online platforms to deliver instruction, directions, and assignments (Google Classroom)

• provide an opportunity for students to access 5 hours of learning when a student cannot attend synchronous learning. This could include a video of instruction, an on-line lesson, a reading that shares the learning the student needs from the lesson, etc.

• take attendance - Students are marked present if:

• Attend synchronous learning -and/or-

• They complete and turn in assignments in Google Classroom and/or submit work upon return or in email

• Monitor chat/email and submitted work to respond to student requests in a timely manner.

• *Para educators are to be present to support the students within the structure provided by e-learning.

• Monitor chat/email for student questions
• Ensure attendance has been submitted
• Attend any previously scheduled PLC's or meetings

Educators may:

• utilize some of our grade level platforms to support the asynchronous learning that students are all familiar with and should be able to access/sign in independently. (iReady, BrainPop, Newsela, Desmos, StudySync, etc)

Students will:

• Thorough read the e-learning notification/email

• Make sure that the Chromebook is charged and that all necessary supplies are within reach

• Maintain daily, awake, and on-time attendance

• Keep the camera on and mic on mute (unless told otherwise)

• Stay focused, engaged, and avoid distractions

• Maintain appropriate use of technology

• No screenshots of others or the screen unless permission is granted

• Chat must remain class-related and appropriate

• Profile picture must be free from vulgarity, distracting images, and inappropriate words

• Work towards mastery of the objective, ask questions, share and hold space for ideas, and complete work per the expectations provided

Reminder- caregivers will not be able to access the GOOGLE links (unless they have a district e-mail account and they are logged in from that account). Please remind students of this as well. They, too, cannot access unless they are logged into their school email account.

If your child is having difficulty getting into a classroom, please have them to send their teacher a google chat to make the teacher aware. This is a much faster process than you e-mailing administrators and waiting for a response.

Below are some easy ways to support e-learning:

Create a Dedicated Learning Spot

• Allow your scholar to work at a desk, kitchen table, dining room table, card table, or anything with a hard surface.
• Have paper, pen, pencils, leisure book handy.
• Be sure to check the "supplies needed" list in their e-learning email
• Have de-stressors nearby:
• coloring book
• squeeze ball
• poppers
• sand bar

Minimize Distractions

• The designated learning spot should away from the TV, electonic games, cell phone etc.
• Scholars cannot babysit at the same time as trying to learn

Stick to a Schedule

• Do not allow your scholar to "stay up late" because they have an e-learning day the next day- treat it as a regular school night.
• If your child is accustomed to eating lunch at a certain time, have their favorite lunch or snacks near by.

Check In, Then Step Back

• A quick check-in lets your scholar know that you are interested in their progress. A step back gives the scholar the space he,she,they might need to continue learning.