Family Fox Facts
August 14, 2020
Schedules
Research on remote learning has shown that short, direct lessons, in 20 minutes (or just a bit less) help kids stay on task and focused. That is how our schedule was developed. There are about 25 minutes for a lesson, and 25 minutes for independent or guided practice. Depending on your last name A-L or M-Z, one group will receive the live lesson first. So on Monday & Tuesday in reading, for example, A-L have a live lesson, M-Z are working on something the teacher has provided. On Thursday & Friday, M-Z have the live lesson first while A-L receive practice.
First Google Meets
Also, while we start the school year, please be patient with us as we all move to distance learning. It isn't the same as the spring! Please check your email (eventually your child will check his/her Google Classroom) for information from teachers the first weeks. We want to be sure we get you the information you need!
Meet & Greet & Chromebook Pickup
Tuesday August 18th
10-11 - Kinder
11:15-12:15 - 1st grade
1-2 - 2nd grade
2:15-3:15 - 3rd grade
Wednesday, August 19th
10-11 - 4th grade
11:15-12:15 - 5th grade
1-2 - 6th grade
2:15-3:15 - 3/4 & 5/6 Gifted
Webinar Opportunity
Tuesday, August 18 at 7:00 pm
Please join us for this webinar to learn more about special education services in the district's remote learning model. Dr. Anne Bowers, Director of Special Education, will be hosting this panel with our district's Case Managers, Tori Atkin, Susan Dillon, and Anna Hottman. At this event, the panelists will share information with parents about services, answer some of the most frequently asked questions, and provide more guidance about how the district will support our learners with disabilities. Please RSVP for this event at: https://forms.gle/DrfmFExSMumw76Vu5. When you RSVP, you will also be able to submit questions. After registration, you will be emailed a link to the webinar.
Food Distribution
At Meadowview
Wednesdays and Fridays
We will have a park district van with Woodridge Employees distributing food at the following locations and times:
- Woodridge Club (Clubhouse parking lot – 2297 Country Club Drive) / 11:30 - 11:55
- The Havens (Leasing Office in middle of complex) / 12:05 - 12:30
- Winston Hills East (Entrance at Westmoreland & Mitchell) / 11:30 - 11:55
- Winston Hills West (Entrance at 3000 Roberts Drive) / 12:05 - 12:30
Letter to Families from Lifetouch
Yearbooks are a tradition for schools throughout the US and Canada. At Lifetouch, we are humbled to be a part of providing that tradition. We know how important yearbooks are - especially in times like these.
We want to take a moment to acknowledge this year’s delayed yearbook delivery is not what you, as our customers expect, nor deserve, from Lifetouch.
We want you to be aware that our primary yearbook production facilities are located in some of the states that are being hardest hit by the pandemic. We have prioritized the safety of our employees; and we are following all state and local health guidelines to create a safe working environment. Social distancing requirements mean that there are fewer people available to work at any given time. These changes have impacted our production schedule in meaningful ways.
We realize this has created a lot of frustration since we are currently unable to provide an estimated delivery time frame for your school’s yearbook. Please know our teams are doing everything possible to get your yearbook to you. Shipping is monitored daily. As soon as your yearbook ships, your school will receive tracking information so they can arrange to distribute the yearbooks to the students and families in a manner that is best suited for everyone’s safety.
As we navigate COVID-19, our intent is to provide you with a yearbook that your student will treasure for a lifetime. We thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate this unprecedented time together.
Sincerely,
Lifetouch
Meadowview School
Email: meadowview@woodridge68.org
Website: https://www.woodridge68.org/Domain/11
Location: 2525 Mitchell Drive
Phone: 630-795-6400
Twitter: @Meadowview68