The Weekly Armadillo
Monday, April 20, 2020
"The Best School in Town"
Vision
To create an exceptional learning environment where all students are prepared to successfully compete in a global society.
Mission
To prepare all students to achieve the highest standard of intellectual, physical and social growth.
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Teachers #1- Keeping Students Engaged in Digital Learning
April 8, 2020
Whether you’re new to teaching online or a veteran, these six tips can help you make sure your students stay connected and immersed in learning.
Click on the following link to access a short video: https://www.edutopia.org/video/keeping-students-engaged-digital-learning
**TEACHERS: Once you've viewed the video, log into google classroom to submit your response for the question related to the video. (Due Thursday, April 23)
**NEW: Reply to two posts from any of your colleagues. (Due Friday, April 24)
Teacher Assistants #2 - 5 Home Learning Experiences for the Elementary Grades by Justine Bruyère
April 6, 2020
Activities that incorporate speaking and listening, reading and writing, math, music, science, art, and drama—and are parent-friendly.
Click on the following link to read the article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/5-home-learning-experiences-elementary-grades
**TEACHER ASSISTANTS: Once you've read the article, log into google classroom to submit your response for the question related to the article. (Due Thursday, April 23)
**NEW: Reply to two posts from any of your colleagues. (Due Friday, April 24)
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3 Tips for Humanizing Digital Pedagogy by Paul France
April 1, 2020
An elementary teacher who has worked for an edtech start-up argues that it’s important now—with teachers and students working separately—to promote reflection and social connection as tools for learning.
Click on the following link to access the article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/3-tips-humanizing-digital-pedagogy
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Professional Development
Teachers and Teacher Assistants:
4/23 Google Classroom PD responses due
4/24 Google Classroom colleague replies due
Holiday:
5/1 No At Home Learning (Inclement Weather Day)
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Created by Adrian Luna, Principal
Nathan Adams Elementary School
Dallas Independent School District
Email: aluna@dallasisd.org
Website: www.dallasisd.org/nathanadams
Location: 12600 Welch Road, Dallas, TX 75244
Phone: 972-794-2600