September Elementary Newsletter

We are back and excited for the first day of school. Teachers are looking forward to getting to know students these next two weeks with our modified schedule. We will get into our regular schedule on September 14th.

Abby Gonzo

agonzo@wivcs.org

1-608-838-9482 ex7748

September 1st (Today): First Day of School!

First 2 Weeks: Check your Schedule/email for beginning of the year assessment times

September 14th: First day of our regular schedule

September 18th: 11:00 Family Advisory Meeting

September 25th: Face-to-Face Back to School Picnics (More information coming soon!)

Please read and the handbook to ensure your understanding of role as learning coach. Please fill out the form to acknowledge that you have read and understand.

Handbook Link: https://www.livebinders.com/b/3119024?backurl=/shelf/my

Acknowledgment Form Link: Wisconsin Virtual Academy (Elementary, Middle School, and High School)

The way teachers build classes this year has changed. Teachers will now be building Class Connects through the Launch Pad. In order to see those Class Connects, students must enter Canvas through Launch Pad this year. If you have an old link bookmarked that takes you right to Canvas, please use the link below instead.

We will have a modified schedule for the first two weeks of school to give students time to build relationships with their homeroom teachers, complete required district assessments, and establish routines and procedures.

Please note that teachers will reach out with assessment times for both 1-on-1 and group assessments. Students in grades K-3 will have 1:1 Reading testing. Students in grades 4 and 5 will have just whole-group testing. The time slots listed are just possible time slots for testing. Students will not be testing in all the time slots listed.

Please note that the schedules below are just sample schedules. Your student's specific schedule may look different based on which section of classes they are in and which small groups they are in. Teachers will communicate live class schedules to direct students by September 9th. You will also be able to see the schedule on your students' Launch Pad page. Below are some of the bigger changes from last year's schedule you will want to take note of. You will notice that class time increases as students get older. Students in K-3 should be working on reading skills at home outside of the scheduled class time. (UFLI at-home work, reading with an LC, IXL or Lalilio Reading Work, Reading to themselves in the K12 Library)

This schedule will go into effect starting September 14th after our first two-week modified schedule.

Homeroom: Direct students will have a required homeroom on Wednesdays from 9:00-9:45 to help build community and support engagement.

K-2: There will be optional PALS time from 8:30-9:00 on Mondays for LCs to meet with homeroom teachers for support.

4th and 5th: You will see more live and social studies and science classes to support literacy and competency growth in those areas as you prepare for middle school.

All classes will be connected to the Launch Pad this school year instead of the Canvas Calendar. It is important for students to have both their Launch Pad and Canvas throughout the day to ensure they are attending scheduled classes. Watch the video below for more information on Launch Pad.

Call: 866-512-2273

Online: https://www.help.k12.com/s/ and you will see on the bottom right a "chat with us" option

If your student will be absent for a partial day, you can let the teacher know and then make sure to view recordings or complete missing work when your student returns. If your student will be out an entire day call the attendance line or email to let them know. When students are absent 3 or more consecutive days a doctor note is required. If you are planning a vacation please complete the pre-planned absence form linked below.

Attendance Line: 608-838-9482 ext 0

Or Email: Wiattendance@wivcs.org

Attendance Guide

Pre-Planned Absence Form

Limited English Proficient Parents
Notification of Language Assistance Services: Any parent who is limited in speaking, writing, or reading English may request the school to provide access to services such as interpreters and/or translated documents. To request services please email Miriam Mueller-Owens at mmowens@wivcs.org. Prompt access to the appropriate services and/or translator will be coordinated.

Asistencia de idioma: Cualquier padre que se limita al hablar, escribir o leer Inglés podrá solicitar a la escuela para proporcionar acceso a servicios tales como intérprete y / o documentos traducidos. Para solicitar los servicios envíe un correo electrónico o llamar al Coordinador de ELL. Se coordinará el pronto acceso a los servicios apropiados y / o al traductor.

Family Advisory meetings will be held every 3rd Friday of the month at 11:00. Each month will have a topic along with an opportunity for questions and answers. The topics are listed below. I will send out a reminder by email with a Zoom Link as the sessions get closer.

September: Schedules: What do Schedules look like, and how can learning coaches support their students outside of live classes?

October: K5 Dashboard and Launch Pad: How do I ensure I know that my students are completing their work and attending required classes? How do I find recordings?

November: Assessments: What do my student assessment scores mean, and how do I support them with their literacy and math skills at home?

December: End of Semester: What does the end of the semester mean? What do I need to make sure my student completes before the new semester?

January: Clubs and K12 Zone: How can I ensure my students have opportunities for socialization?

February: Forward Testing: What does Virtual Forward Testing look like and why is it important?

March: Re-Registration: How do I re-register for next school year?

April: Literacy at Home Tips: How can I support my students' reading progress at home over the summer?

May: Finishing Strong: How do I ensure my students finish strong by completing all assessments and coursework?

• The Robo-Rivalry kicks off September 2 – K12-powered students in grades 4-12 can join the K12 Robotics League until November 6th: https://enrichment.k12.com/robotics-competition/

• Calling students who love games! K12 Game On is back and opens for registration on September 22. K12-powered students can submit their educational game ideas (video, board, card, etc) for the chance to win exciting prizes: https://enrichment.k12.com/gameon/

• K12 Art Competition winners will be announced on September 16: https://enrichment.k12.com/art-competition/

• Check all the upcoming K12 Esports events: https://enrichment.k12.com/esports-league/

• Register for exciting K12 Virtual Field Trips: https://enrichment.k12.com/virtual-field-trips/

• LCs can attend a webinar for understanding their advanced/gifted child on September 15: https://k12.zoom.us/meeting/register/sgAk14VxQFarATjsix3bBw#/registration