Creek Speak 03.29.20
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Dear Secondary Parents/Guardians,
The secondary 5th six weeks grading period will close on Friday, April 3, 2020.
Due to the temporary closure of schools, student report cards will be available online via the Home Access Center (HAC) on Thursday, April 9, 2020. All students are eligible to make-up assignments they may have missed prior to spring break. During the week of March 30, 2020, secondary students will complete, via Canvas, two graded assignments, only one of which may be a major grade. Students who are still in the process of reconnecting to online learning due to extenuating circumstances will receive incompletes and will be provided an opportunity to make-up the assignments. Should you have any questions about the 5th six weeks grading period, please do not hesitate to contact your child’s principal or coronavirus@katyisd.org.
Additional information regarding online assignments and grading for the 6th six weeks will be released Friday, April 3.
If your student is in need of a device in order to complete online learning assignments at home, please contact the Technology Department using the Campus Device Check Out Form. If you have any technology related questions, do not hesitate to contact the Parent and Student Technology Support Center.
Thank you for your continued patience and understanding during these unprecedented times.
Katy ISD
#KatyStrongFROM YOUR MAYDE CREEK HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELING TEAM
Hello Parents and Students,
We know how difficult and uncertain these times are right now. Please know that as a counseling team we are here to assist you as best as we can. While we may not have all the answers, we will always do our best to help.
Katy ISD and Mayde Creek High School are dedicated to making the best decisions for our students, families and staff. As decisions are made, they will be communicated with parents and students. Thank you for your support and patience as we navigate how to best serve our students and families, together. We hope you all are staying healthy and safe.
Counselors are available by email from Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Brad Cunningham (A-Chau) BradleyDCunningham@KatyISD.org
Rebecca Bowman - Lead Counselor (Chav-Fukz) RebeccaLBowman@KatyISD.org
Veronica Chavez Bueno (Fula - Kens) VeronicaDChavezBueno@KatyISD.org
Charvela Fearon (Kent - Nz) CharvelaRFearon@KatyISD.org
Pamela Degges (O-Sanc) PamelaSDegges@KatyISD.org
Michelle Tuttle (Sand - Z) NatalieMTuttle@KatyISD.org
Ethan Aulds - College & Career Advisor MarvisAulds@KatyISD.org
You can request to visit with your counselor using this link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQ1fbWUoSFGs8oLo23f9bFhBXNyjp2g7bDuzBC-f1GOoOMCw/viewform
Course Verification for 2020-2021 Course Selection
Course requests for the 2020-2021 school year will be displayed through Home Access Center during the week of March 30 - April 3rd. Students interested in making changes in their course requests should complete a Google Document that will be posted on the MCHS Counselor home page, or should contact their counselor directly through the email addresses listed above.
COVID-19 UPDATES AND ONLINE LEARNING
· Katy ISD is working hard to keep everyone informed by providing updated information and resources. The most up to date information is available at www.katyisd.org and under the COVID-19 Update.
· If you need technology support including but not limited to information on logins and Canvas, you can find many answers to your questions by clicking this link – http://www.katyisd.org/dept/technology/PTH/Pages/default.aspx . At the bottom, there is an option for tech assistance, by completing the Parent Tech Help form. If you require additional assistance, please reach out to ensure the transition to virtual learning is a smooth one.
MENTAL HEALTH/STUDENT SUPPORT/SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL WELLNESS
· Please know that we are here to support the emotional and mental health of our students. Students and parents can request to speak with a counselor. That request can be made by visiting the https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQ1fbWUoSFGs8oLo23f9bFhBXNyjp2g7bDuzBC-f1GOoOMCw/viewform.
· All resources and activities related to social-emotional wellness can be found at www.katyisd.org under the COVID-19 Update under K-12 Student Support/Social-Emotional Wellness.
· The following district wide resources are available to support students.
· Katy Connect Hotline: 281-234-2326 OR Text "TEEN" to 281-201-4430
· SpeakUP Anonymous Reporting System/APP
The MCHS COUNSELING TEAM misses you!
#KATYSTRONG
Por favor complete la forma para solicitar hablar con la consejera.
COLLEGE BOARD - AP CLASSES AND EXAMS UPDATES
As a result of current school closures, College Board is working to meet the needs of your students taking AP classes. College Board is cognizant of the commitment students made to their AP studies and the desire to be successful on their upcoming AP exams and is working to provide alternative methods for students to take their exams. Following are supports that College Board has provided to assist students as they continue their studies and to make the AP exams more accessible:
Remote Learning Resources:
https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/coronavirus-updates#free-ap-classes
- Live AP Review courses will be available (these will also be recorded for flexible accessibility)
- Content will be focusing on the first 75% of the College Board curriculum
Advanced Placement YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/user/advancedplacement
- Direct link to the real AP teachers from all over the country teaching real AP lessons
- A full “playlist” of classes is already available with more coming soon
- Each lesson has a daily review at the end
Connectivity/Device Needs:
https://collegeboard.tfaforms.net/74
- Access this link if your student needs assistance with connectivity or devices
- College Board is working with partners to help support the needs of the students
Exams:
https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/about-ap/news-changes/coronavirus-update
- Exams will be 45 minutes in length and taken at home
- Safeguards have been placed to eliminate cheating and plagiarism
- The tested material will cover the first 75% of the College Board curriculum
- New portfolio due dates are published on the above website(More on April 3rd)
- There will be 2 date options to take the exams (TBD)
Cancellation of Exams:
- Students can cancel their tests at any time without a penalty this year
- College Board has waived the cancellation fee, but they encourage students to make use of all the supports and systems they have put into place to help students fully prepare for their upcoming exams
- Students are also encouraged to communicate with teachers and AP Coordinators prior to cancelling their exams
- Students may NOT register for a test that they are not currently registered for
Your student’s AP teachers and the College Board websites above are the best resources for the most current information. Continue to review the websites for new information as it becomes available.
Sincerely,
Joan Otten
Director of GT/AAS
Katy ISD
DUAL CREDIT UPDATE
Houston Community College, our partner in dual credit opportunities for Katy ISD students, has been working to continue providing the best educational experiences for your students during this time of school closures. In that endeavor, HCC has decided to transition to a full online learning platform to deliver instruction. HCC is using the Canvas platform. This is separate from the Katy ISD Canvas platform. Dual credit courses will begin Monday,March 30th.
Students need the information in the timeline below to be successful. Please pay close attention to items highlighted in yellow. Also, the dual credit teacher will be, or has already been, in contact with your students regarding class expectations and links to tutorial sessions in relation to working through Canvas. Encourage students to ask for help early and often if they experience any difficulties with either operating the Canvas platform or within the class itself.
As a reminder, frequent communication between students and their teachers is vital in online learning. Students need to consistently check their HCC email daily for updates and information. It is important for them to understand class expectations as thosewill have changed with the new format. Their teachers are the best resources.
HCC communication: Timeline-Transition to Online Platform
Friday, March 20
- All Houston Community College Facilities are closed until further notice.
- No access will be available for students,faculty,staff or visitors, unless identified as a critical activity, and normal access will resume when HCC determines it is safe to do so.
Monday, March 23
- Faculty and staff begin remote (online) work.
- Call Center opens to answer student, faculty and staff questions.
- Canvas Help Call Center: dial 713-718-5295
- Student Services Contact Center: dial 713-718-2000
Tuesday, March 24
- Online training for students begins. (Detailed schedule and resources list will be provided by March 23. Resources currently available here)
Thursday, March 26 – Friday, March 27
- Remote access to all remaining Student Services begins.(Students will be notified via their HCC email about how to access all services.)
Monday, March 30
- All classes resume in online delivery format.
Sincerely,
Joan E. Otten
Director of GT/AAS
Katy ISD
Grab-n-Go Meal Service Moved to Mayde Creek High School Starting 3/30/20
MCHS
- Will REPLACE MCE as of Monday, 3/30
- 9am-11:30am daily
- Feeding/grab/go will take place near the back of the cafeteria entrance/bus ramp north of the PAC.
Traffic Flow:
- Enter from 2700 Greenhouse Rd on the roadway north of Mayde Creek Junior High.
- Go to the fence at transportation to enter the High School property
- Go around the PAC and up to the pick up point.
- Exit to the east side at Dulaney where the buses exit
- All other entrances will be closed or blocked off to limit access and cars cutting in line.
- Below is a map with the entrance line in green and the exit line in maroon.
Meals to Go
Starting on Tuesday, a hot entree will be served in the lunch meal.
Curbside Meal Locations:
- Bear Creek Elementary
- Cinco Ranch High School
- Golbow Elementary
- Hutsell Elementary
- Memorial Parkway Elementary
- Paetow High School
- Schmalz Elementary
- Sundown Elementary
- West Memorial Elementary
- Williams Elementary
- Mayde Creek High School
- Tompkins High School
If you have any questions please contact (281) 396-2151
Dual Credit Classes for the 2020-2021 School Year
Students who are interested in Dual Credit courses for next school year but did not indicate that information when they met with their counselor during course selection must contact Mr. Cunningham by Friday April 3rd.
Email Mr. Cunningham at: bradleydcunningham@katyisd.org
ATTENTION JUNIORS! YOU SAT SCORES ARE AVAILABLE!!!
ATTENTION JUNIORS:
SAT School Day scores from the March 4 test have been released. You must access your scores online; Mayde Creek High School will NOT receive any paper copies of scores to return to students.
How Do I Get My SAT Scores?
If you provided an email address on your answer sheet, you should receive an email from College Board letting you know when your SAT scores are available online. Go to Student Score Reports and sign in with the username and password associated with your College Board online account. This is also where you’ll see your scores for any PSAT-related test or SAT Subject Test.
It’s easy to create a College Board online account if you don’t already have one.
Learn more about how to get your SAT scores.
When Will Colleges Get My SAT Scores?
The College Board sends your SAT scores to your chosen colleges within 10 days of when you receive all your SAT scores. If you took the SAT with Essay, it may take a day or two longer for colleges to get your scores.
Learn how to send your SAT scores to colleges.
Just a reminder…
After you receive your PSAT or SAT score, don't forget to sign up for FREE practice through Khan Academy specifically designed for you!
Get personalized practice recommendations based on your results from the new SAT and PSAT/NMSQT.
Go to www.satpractice.org. Create an account on Khan Academy, or sign into your existing account.
Link your accounts. When prompted, agree to link your Khan Academy and College Board accounts.
Send your scores. Log in to your College Board account, and hit "Send" to get a personalized practice plan.
Watch the following video for more information:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=patbkNnnAQ4
Instructional Courses & Frequency
English Language Arts - 30 minutes per day per course, under the guidance of teachers via Canvas.
Math - 30 minutes per day per course, under the guidance of teachers via Canvas.
Science - 30 minutes per day per course, under the guidance of teachers via Canvas.
Social Studies - 30 minutes per day per course, under the guidance of teachers via Canvas.
LOTE (Languages other than English) - 30 minutes per day per course, under the guidance of teachers via Canvas.
Elective Courses (CTE and fine arts, etc.) - 30 minutes per day per course, under the guidance of teachers via Canvas.
PE and Athletics - 30 minutes physical activity every day under the guidance of teachers and coaches via Canvas.
All Students - Read a book, article, or magazine 30 minutes every day.
Technology for Students
If your student is in need of a device in order to complete online learning assignments at home, please contact the Technology Department using the Campus Device Check Out Form. If you have any technology related questions, do not hesitate to contact the Parent and Student Technology Support Center.
Additional Internet Resources
We know working and studying from home can be a challenge as we navigate our current circumstances together. Should you be in need of free or reduced internet service, the District has compiled a list of resources in the area from the major local service providers. Additional information and support regarding mobile learning can also be found on the Katy ISD Instructional Technology Mobile Learning web page.
Should you have any questions, or require assistance with your child’s technology or access, please contact the online Katy ISD Parent Technology Help Desk through the Tech Help Form.
- Sixty (60) days of free Internet Essentials service, which is normally available to all qualified low-income households for $9.95/month.
- For new customers, applicants can simply visit www.internetessentials.com (website includes written, and video chat customer service options) or by calling 1-855-846-8376 (English) or 1-855-765-6995 (Spanish).
- Sixty (60) days free broadband and Wi-Fi access for households with K-12 and/or college students who don’t already have a Spectrum broadband subscription.
- No installation fees for new households.
- Enroll by calling 1-844-488-8395.
Consolidated Communications:
- Offered two months of Free Home Internet Service including free installation for those who are not currently Consolidated customers. Take advantage of this offer in two easy steps:
- Call Consolidated Communications: 1-855-399-3084
- Mention Offer Code: “Two Months Free”
AT&T is Offering:
- If you have at least one child receiving free or reduced price school lunches, your family may qualify for an affordable home internet service through AT&T. For more information, visit the following site:
- Access from AT&T
FCC Keep Americans Connected Pledge:
On March 13, 2020, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) launched the “Keep Americans Connected Pledge.” Ajit Pai, FCC Chairman, released a press release emphasizing the importance of keeping Americans connected as the country experiences serious disruptions caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Most service providers pledged for the next 60 days to:
- not terminate service to any residential or small business customers because of their inability to pay their bills due to the disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic;
- waive any late fees that any residential or small business customers incur because of their economic circumstances related to the coronavirus pandemic; and open its Wi-Fi hotspots to any American who needs them.
Several major service providers have already taken the pledge. Please check with your service provider for their policies and services.
Parent Resources
Self-Service Password Tool
The new self‐service password process for staff, secondary students (grades 6th-12th) and parents/guardians has launched. There are no changes to your existing Katy ISD password, nor is any action required on your part at this time. However, should you need to update your password in the future, you will be able to do so by accessing the Self-Service icon, located on the District’s website homepage, where your password can be recovered by text, email or security questions.
Any user who may forget their password, or is creating a password for the very first time, will need do so via the new Password Self-Service.
Students in grades K-5 will continue to receive and retrieve their passwords through their classroom teachers.
The Password Self‐Service icon can be accessed on any device by going to www.KatyISD.org and clicking on the red Password Self-Service icon located at the top right of the page.
Parents and students in need of assistance can contact the Help Desk for support through the online form available on the Parent Tech Help web page.
How to structure the day/week.
Each week we will send you a newsletter with updates for the week. You are encouraged to set aside blocks of time each day for learning, and, to the best of your ability, stay as consistent as possible with these blocks of time for as long as we're out of school.
We understand that everyone is affected differently during this time so again, flexibility will be needed.
SAMPLE SCHEDULE:
- 30 minutes English
- 30 minutes Elective/LOTE/PE/Athletics
- Break
- 30 minutes Math
- 30 minutes Elective/LOTE/PE/Athletics
- Break
- 30 minutes Science
- 30 minutes Elective/LOTE/PE/Athletics
- Break
- 30 minutes Social Studies
- 30 minutes Reading time
Students should spend this amount of time each day, but the time frame is not important. Students are free to schedule their work hours as it best fits their daily and weekly needs. Again, this is just a sample schedule.
Please remain in contact with your teacher if you are struggling with content and time.
Literacy!
Reading
MCHS Library Website
Check out the MCHS Library Website
You can also access the website by going to the MCHS website, hovering over “Campus” then clicking “Library”
The website includes things like:
· Tons of technology tutorial videos
· How to access Katy ISD databases
· How to organize research resources (Destiny collections)
· How to format Google and Word documents in MLA/APA format
· How to cite resources both MLA and APA style
· How to access student email accounts
· How to find the book your looking for in our library catalog
· How to put a book on hold
· Mental health resources
· Book recommendations
· College and career resources
· Access to our digital magazines
· And so much more!
STAAR/EOC
More information will be provided as it is available.
ACT/SAT Testing and SAT Prep
Now is the perfect time to start preparing for future SAT tests.
Students have access to FREE, personalized SAT practice through Khan Academy. College Board research shows students who spent an average of 20-22 hours with Khan increased their SAT score an average of 115 points. Below is the link for Free SAT practice:
Community Education and Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) Courses
Exemptions
Suspension of UIL Activities
At this time, the earliest games and contests may resume is Monday, May 4th. Prior to this date, the UIL will allow its member schools a reasonable acclimatization period for rehearsals and practices to occur. All decisions remain flexible and will be consistent with the advice of local, state, and federal officials.
Mayde Creek High School
Mission Statement
It is our mission at Mayde Creek High School to inspire ALL students to develop their maximum potential, to build healthy relationships, and to facilitate a smooth transition into a competitive global society— Mayde to Believe, Lead, and Achieve.
Website: http://www.katyisd.org/campus/MCHS/Pages/default.aspx
Location: 19202 Groeschke Road, Houston, TX, USA
Phone: 281-237-3000
Twitter: @MCHS_Rams