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School Closure

“Governor Newsom and State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tony Thurmond have announced that school campuses in California will not be able to reopen this school year. To be clear, the 2019-2020 school year has not ended. The remainder of the school year now transitions from in-person classroom instruction to instruction and support for students through distance learning options as described by California Department of Education (CDE).”

Evergreen School District is committed to delivering high-quality educational opportunities to our students through Distance Learning while school closures are in effect.

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Programmatic Agreements

The goal is to continue the educational process while providing some structure for students at home.
We will go slow to go fast. Our system is shifting to meet the needs of this disruption, so we will be kind to ourselves as we get better at utilizing tools for Distance Learning.
Distance Learning will take place through a variety of learning platforms and instructional methods.
Our process for Distance Learning will evolve and change as our needs change.

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What is Distance Learning?

Distance learning is instruction in which the student and teacher are in different locations.

Distance learning may include interacting through the use of a computer, video or audio instruction or instructional television.

Distance learning involves interaction between student and teacher.

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Synchronous vs. Asynchronous

Synchronous

Existing at the same time

Teachers & students are in the same virtual space
Teachers schedule a time & platform to meet all students in a virtual space
Conferencing with parents and students
Large group instruction
Feedback with students in small group contexts

Asynchronous

Two or more activities not existing or happening at the same time

Teachers create & post a video without students present
Students can connect to a platform at any time to view teacher created content.
Large group instruction
Independent learning opportunities

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Distance Learning Updates

Distance Learning will take place through a variety of learning platforms and instructional methods and will formally begin on Monday, April 20th. We are pleased to share our Distance learning plan with you at https://bit.ly/2UUIy3N.

We encourage you to become familiar with our Notice of Virtual Meetings for Synchronous Learning at https://bit.ly/ESDNoticeOfVirtualMeeting.

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15-20 minutes

minutes vary

15-20 minutes

Direct Instruction in ELA

Office Hours

Direct Instruction in Math

*times may vary

*Note: A variety of other subject areas may be integrated into these subjects.

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Class Schedule

All schools and teachers will be sending a schedule to indicate when to attend class(es) and when you will have a designated time for you to engage with your teacher for that specific time period. These are dedicated times for you to connect with your teacher to review content and assignments, have small group discussions, and/or interact with your classmates. Your teachers will be able to conduct class check-ins through an online meeting using Zoom, Google Hangout, Google Docs, an email exchange, or some other method the teacher has specified to demonstrate that students are engaged in the class. Students are expected to attend class check ins.

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Office Hours

Office hours are a time set aside when students/parents can meet with their teachers to discuss the material being presented in class, ask questions, seek clarification, etc. Office hours can take place in multiple formats. Staff will utilize a combination of Google Meet, Zoom, phone conference and email as appropriate for their students and their communities.

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Level of Engagement

Engagement for each class will be determined based on your participation, demonstrated in the following ways:

Check-ins as scheduled (during assigned period)
Submission of work/assignments as posted by teacher
Responding to postings and/or emails for each period during the designated time for each period

If a student becomes ill and is unable to engage with their classes, parents/guardians are to email teachers to let them know.

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Grading

At the time of school closure, elementary students just completed Trimester 2. For Trimester 3, students will receive feedback in the “teacher comments” area of the report cards. Traditional grades will not be provided.

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Confidentiality

Consistent with Education Code section 51512, the unauthorized use of listening or recording devices in any classroom, which shall include online classrooms, without the prior consent of the teacher and the principal of the school is prohibited.

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Distance Learning Updates

School Website @

matsumoto.eesd.org

District Website @

eesd.org

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Distance Learning Resources

School Website @

matsumoto.eesd.org

District Website @

eesd.org

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Getting Started

with Distance Learning

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630 students

100%

630 students

enrolled at Tom Matsumoto

is our goal for students participating in Distance Learning

to participate in Distance Learning

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Distance Learning Space at Home

Materials (paper, pencils, headphones, etc.) for Virtual Classroom
Technology
Zoom/Google Hangouts Meet URL (link)

Make sure there is a quiet area where your child can work virtually with his/her teacher and peers.

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Our distance learning process is easy.

This is what you do every single morning!

Check Google Classroom for announcements, calendar, assignments, and virtual classroom meeting times

Zoom or Google Hangouts Meet with your teacher at designated times

Complete and turn in your assignments, ask questions during Office Hours

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Important Websites

for Distance Learning

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Google Classroom (announcements, calendar, assignments, virtual classroom meeting times)

classroom.google.com

Path to Excel

(e-Textbooks for ELA and Math, books, school apps such as Google Classroom, i-Ready, BrainPop, Seesaw)

tm .pathtoexcel.com

(Grades TK,

K Wells/Stahlnecker,

& 1-6)

(Grade K)

(All Grades)

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Logging into Google Classroom and Path to Excel

Google Username:

Student ID@eesd.org

(Example: 123456@eesd.org)

Google Password:

First Name + 4-Digit Birthdate

(Example: john0514)

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Google Classroom (Grades TK, 1-6)

Go to classroom.google.com
Log in using Google Username and Password
Access announcements, Google Calendar, assignments, and virtual classroom meeting times

Have a class code? Learn how to join Google Classroom here.

Click here for the Parents’ Guide to Google Classroom.

***All 5th and 6th Graders have access to email through GMail.***

Kinder - Wells & Stahlnecker

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Path to Excel (All Grades)

Go to tm.pathtoexcel.com
Log in using Google Username and Password
Access e-Textbooks for ELA and Math, books, school apps such as Google Classroom, i-Ready, BrainPop, Seesaw

*Kindergarten can access Seesaw through Path to Excel.

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Having trouble logging into Google Classroom or Path to Excel?

Contact Dr. Nguyen at hnguyen@eesd.org

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Technology

for Distance Learning

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Laptop Computer iPad Tablet

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85+ devices deployed

so far

Still need a device? Email Dr. Nguyen at hnguyen@eesd.org to schedule an appointment.

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Internet Availability and Details

Home Internet Offers

https://bit.ly/2JnOZ8S

California Department of Education Summary of Offers

https://www.cde.ca.gov/ls/he/hn/availableinternetplans.asp

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Video Conferencing

Google Hangouts Meet

Notice of Virtual Meetings for Synchronous Learning at https://bit.ly/ESDNoticeOfVirtualMeeting.

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Guidelines for Students

Students should inform their parents when they are entering a video conference with their teacher or class.
Please find a quiet place where you can hear your teacher and background noise will not interfere with your learning.
Please dress appropriately for a typical school environment.
Please use language & vocabulary as you would in a traditional classroom.
Put your screen view on the Teacher’s device.
Avoid any side conversations with classmates.
Press the mute button on your video platform so that you can hear your teacher better. Only unmute when sharing your thoughts.

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Virtual Classroom Norms/Expectations

	Take Care of Yourself	Take Care of Others	Take Care of Business
Distance Learning	Find a quiet place where you can hear your teacher and background noise will not interfere with your learning Dress appropriately for a normal school environment	Inform your parents when you are entering a video conference with a teacher or class Avoid any side conversations with classmates	Use language & vocabulary as you would in a traditional classroom Press the mute button on your video platform so that you can hear your teacher better. Only unmute when sharing your thoughts
Technology	Come to class with Chromebook charged Keep login, passwords, and private information private Use technology appropriately	Be respectful of others online Always THINK before posting a comment (is it True, is it Helpful, is it Inspiring, is it Necessary, is it Kind?)	Take care of your Chromebook Be careful if eating or drinking around your Chromebook Stay on task when using technology

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Tips

for Distance Learning

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Tips for Students

Become familiar with the Distance Learning Schedule.
Create a work space for yourself.
Practice good online etiquette.
Stay connected to your classmates and teachers.
Reach out to your teacher.

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Tips for Parents

See the Distance Learning Guide for Parents on https://sites.google.com/eesd.org/march2020/home for tips on how to use Chromebooks and Google Classroom.
Set routines to establish “school time” from “down time”.
Set expectations of other household members so that “school time” is recognized by all. Limiting distractions from others will help students focus.
Realize that students will need time to adjust to learning remotely and using online learning platforms. Check in with your student daily to determine how they are doing and what help they may need. Encourage them to ask questions during learning sessions and/or during teacher Office Hours.
The experience of Distance Learning is different from in-person learning in the physical classroom. Support your student by setting up a routine together and allowing for variation on how and when your student works.
Encourage your student to reach out to friends by phone or online so they have opportunities to stay connected.

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Student Wellness/Mental Health Support

Evergreen has partnered with Care Solace. Care Solace is uniquely equipped as a virtual mental health support resource. Their proprietary web-based tool makes it easy to connect with vetted mental healthcare resources and providers in the community. If you or a family member is experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, or other mental health conditions triggered by the current pandemic, we encourage you to utilize their free services to help access vetted mental health care resources. Those in need of support may:

Contact Care Solace 24/7 at 888-515-0595
Email: weserve@caresolace.org
Access our district’s unique page: caresolace.com/evergreenfamilies

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