August 25, 2024

Dear NWI Families,

It's amazing to think that next Sunday, we welcome the month of September. The season of fall brings cooler weather, colorful leaves, and the perfect opportunity to refocus as we settle into the school year. As we dive into new lessons and challenges, remember to stay engaged, ask for help when needed, and make the most of your virtual learning experience. Whether you're just starting or continuing your journey with us, we’re excited to support you every step of the way!l

Our first onsite testing day will take place on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. In addition, students enrolled in Northwest Indiana Online School will have the opportunity to get their school pictures taken on the same day. Keep reading this newsletter for the schedule and details on how to order pictures.

In addition to school pictures, it's also important to stay on track with navigating the Edmentum program. Here are a few key reminders to help:

• Students in Grades K-5 have access to Live Lessons from Monday through Thursday.

Watch this video to learn more about the K-5 Live Lessons.

• As students transition into middle and high school, those in Grades 6-12 have access to Synchronous Overview Sessions (SOS), also held from Monday through Thursday.

Watch this video to learn more about the 6 -12 SOS Lessons

What is a Synchronous Overview Session? An SOS is a Zoom session with a teacher that provides an overview of a lesson. During the session, the teacher will cover what you can expect to learn in a specific unit. Be sure to select the correct subject and unit to join the appropriate Zoom session.

• Students in Grade 6 - 12 can also request one-on-one help from a teacher by completing the form found in each subject area: 6-12 Live Help Schedule

• All students, Grades K -12, can find additional resources at the K-12 Student Resource Google Site.

The Duneland School Corporation (DSC) team is here to support you with your schoolwork, help you navigate Edmentum, and provide social and emotional support. If you need assistance with your classes, feel free to email email to Coach Sara or Coach Gabby. Remember, completing work virtually doesn't mean you lose access to resources—our Mental Health Counselor, Mr. Adams, is also available to assist you, too.

Thank you for choosing Northwest Indiana Online School for your child(ren).

Mrs. Christy Jarka, Director, & The NWIOS Team

Tuesday, 9/3/2024

Grades K-8 Onsite Testing Day. 📝

All Students Grades K-12 -- School Pictures 📸

Tuesday, 9/17/2024

Grades 3-8 Onsite Testing Day. iLearn Checkpoint #1 📝

What: Grades K - 8: Onsite Testing & Picture Day and Grades 9 -12: Picture Day

Time: 8:15 am - 12:15 pm (see below for full schedule)

Location: 601 W Morgan Avenue, southeast side of the former Chesterton Middle School - Door #9

What:

Grades K - 8

• Onsite required assessments - mClass and NWEA
• Students will need their fully-charged DSC device. They may also bring a water bottle and a snack (peanut-free, please), and of course their best smile! 😃 📷
• Vision and hearing screening

• Body Safety by Dunebrook

• School Pictures-see below

Picture day for NWIOS is set for Tuesday, September 3rd. Students in grades K-8 will be onsite for testing on this day making it convenient for pictures. In addition, students in grades 9 -12 who are not testing will also get their photos taken. Students in grades 9-12 should stop by the NWIOS office between 10:00 am -12:00 pm to have their photo taken.

Order Code is: 87574MT

Website: https://inter-state.com/

Your Unique Web link to order is: https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/87574MT

8: 15 am

• Arrival: Students in grades 3 -8 arrive at 8:15 am.

8:15 am - 8:45 am

• Pictures for Grades Kindergarten - 8th

8:45 am. -12:15 pm

• Assessments & Vision/Hearing screening (During this time, students in Grades 3 -8 may also have the Body Safety presentation by Dunebrook)

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

• Pictures for NWIOS students in Grades 9 - 12
• Students in Grade 9 -12 may stop in at the NWIOS Office between the hours of 10:00am - 12:00 pm (noon) to have their school pictures taken. Students who have their photos taken will also receive a student identification card.

• Dismissal for students in Grades K -8

The NWI Online School Office is located at 601 W Morgan Avenue, Chesterton, IN 46304

Specifically, you can find Door 9 on the south side of the former Chesterton Middle School near the pool entrance.

Call 219-983-3473 to reach Mrs. Palko and the NWI Online Office

Learn more about the FREE Duneland Early Learning HUB Classes at the Trojan Learning Center

Click on the image below to enroll.

Contact the Duneland School Corporation IT department via one of these methods:

1. Open a IncidentIQ ticket by sending an email to: helpdesk@duneland.k12.in.us
   
2. Log into IncidentIQ and submit a request duneland.incidentIQ.com

The new 2024-2025 Duneland School Corporation Calendar has been adopted by the Duneland School Board of Trustees. Click the link above to see all the date for next school year.

The goal of the Duneland School Corporation district school newsletters is to inform students, parents and the school community about school-related information.

This year, the Duneland Schools will share information that pertains to opportunities our students may be interested in outside of school on a special page on our website. These available opportunities are offered by not-for-profit partnerships and organizations within our school district boundaries and local communities. Follow this link to Community Opportunities.

Want your event/activity/camp posted on this page? Submit a request by email with the flyer/information to the Duneland Schools Administrative Center to ahicks@duneland.k12.in.us and bmartinson@duneland.k12.in.us.

For more information on ALL the current Camps being offered at CHS visit Athletic Camps/Events on the CHS Athletics webpage.

To make an appointment please call 219-763-8112. Let NorthShore know you are a Duneland School student or staff member and that you would like to make an appointment at the Duneland School Clinic located at the old CMS.