North Glendale Family Update
August 9, 2020
Good morning!
Time is flying by and we are just 17 days from the start of 2020-2021!
Even with how different it will feel to be in a virtual learning environment to start ~ we are getting excited! Teachers and I have been learning a great deal about teaching in the virtual environment and we look forward to engaging with the kids.
You will see the schedules for the school day below. Over the next few weeks, I will be sharing more information on ways to get the kids ready to re-engage with school and your teachers are working hard to ensure that the first days of online learning are all about engaging the kids, building relationships and getting that classroom community up and running. While this is a focus every year, because we had no closure last year after a long shut down and have to start virtually....the focus is heightened.
Please know that that responsibility is not lost on anyone at NG. We miss the kids, we worry about them and we only want the to be excited about school again!
In partnership,
Jennifer Sisul
Schedules for Virtual Learning
- A dedicated time each day for interventions
- A dedicated time for Social Emotional Learning
- Specials will be synchronous ("live" teaching) everyday
- The day more closely resembles a school day
- Lunches are consistent K-5
I am attaching two versions of each grade level. They are the same in content, but I really like the version that shows synchronous and asynchronous times the kids will be learning.
- Synchronous: real time
- Asynchronous: kids are working independently or in small groups
In this version, you can very clearly see that the DARK RED times are times the kids need to be in their zoom, learning spots, ready to go. The PINK'ISH blocks are times the kids are then practicing the skills they just were taught.
The other schedule is quite colorful as it is coded by topic.
More Schedule and Tech Information Will be Coming Soon!
I will be forwarding information about topics pertinent to the school day such as:
- Specials Schedules
- Schoology Info and Sign In
- Support for iPad Updates
- Norms for Online Learning (Zoom Do's and Don'ts!)
...as we finalize!
3rd Grade iPads
What About Supplies?
Do We Get To Meet Our Teachers?
Free and Reduced Lunch Information and Application
Please note that all these forms may be emailed directly back to shanon.orelup@kirkwoodschools.org, may be dropped off at our front office, or may be mailed to:
Kirkwood School District
Attn: Shanon Orelup
11289 Manchester Rd
Kirkwood MO 63122
All information and inquiries will remain confidential.
District FSM Policy for Meal Charges
KSD N.O.W. - Nutrition on the Weekends: Registration for the 2020-2021 School Year
Kirkwood School District offers the KSD N.O.W. program to supply an array of nutritious, non-perishable meals and snacks for children experiencing food insecurity over weekends and extended breaks, free of charge. During the 2020-21 school year, boxes will be distributed to families at their homes via delivery in a discrete and caring manner once per month.
If you wish for your child(ren) to participate in the program, please complete the online form. Only one form is needed for all the school-aged children in your family, but please include information for each child on the form. This information is kept confidential between KSD N.O.W. and your child’s school.
Once your child is signed up, they will receive boxes of food each month of the school year or until you no longer wish to participate. KSD N.O.W. operates with a first come, first served model. If your form is received after the capacity has been reached, you will be placed on a waitlist.
If you have any questions or need a paper form, please contact program coordinator Emilie Lytton at ksdnow@kirkwoodschools.org. All inquiries will remain confidential.
Thank you.
If you have unmet food needs for your family, including older children, babies, or toddlers, please contact KirkCare at 314-965-0406 or dial 2-1-1 for referrals to food banks and social services in your area.
In order to receive support through KSD N.O.W. for the 2020-21 school year, please complete the online registration at https://www.kirkwoodschools.org/KSDNOWRegistration.
ALL FAMILIES MUST COMPLETE THIS FORM TO PARTICIPATE IN KSD N.O.W. Students who currently participate will not automatically be re-enrolled.
Meet Ups with Mrs. Sisul!
Sign Ups for the Week of August 10
NEW: Sign Ups for the Week of August 17
In order to accommodate as many kids as possible, the visits will be short and sweet and will probably include the obligatory popsicle and selfie!
2020-2021 School Supply List
Visit the site http://www.schoolkitz.comand type in North Glendale or click HERE for more info. Lists are also available on our website. Supply lists can also be found on our website.
Tech Issues?
As we prepare for the 2020-21 school year, please report school supported device issues or breakages to the Tech Help Chat online to ensure student devices are ready for school in August. The chat line is open from 12 to 4 pm, Monday-Thursday.