Beacon Light News
November 2017
Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy Beacon Light News
In this edition:
K12 National Online Clubs - Tech Tip - Strong Start - Upcoming Events
A Time To Be Thankful
Did you know that Thanksgiving was not an official American holiday until 1863, in the midst of the Civil War, when President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a national Thanksgiving Day to be held each November?
Learn more about the origin of Thanksgiving with articles and loads of videos here: http://www.history.com/topics/thanksgiving/history-of-thanksgiving
No matter when it was declared a national holiday, it reminds Americans to take a moment to reflect on what they're thankful for.
We are thankful for you!
Are you looking for help for the Holidays?
START HERE: http://julieslist.homestead.com/christmas.html
· Dial 211: The Information Hotline (you tell them what you are looking for to get local resources)
· Ask your local churches/agencies/programs : Toys for Tots, Goodfellows
· To apply to Goodfellows: You should contact your local school district and ask for the contact person.
· Salvation Army http://centralusa.salvationarmy.org
· Just so you know, deadlines vary for different programs
· MGLVA’s Family Resource Coordinator:Rochelle Jefferson (231) 794-5999 ext. 3220
K12 National Online Clubs
Did you know . . . K12 offers College and Career Prep Clubs?
It’s never too early – or too late – to explore your options!
Join a K12 National Club today to engage in the conversations that will help you along the path of discovering your strengths and interests, and the resources that will connect you with college and career planning tools. *Your parents/learning coaches are also invited to engage in the club sessions with you.
7th -12th Grade Career Club
Sign Up by Clicking HERE
10th – 12th Grade College Club
Sign Up by Clicking HERE
Additional Details:
- Sessions will be held on Fridays & more information on a schedule of sessions will be sent out to student who have signed up for the club sessions
- Career Club @ 1pm ET|Noon CT|11am MT|10am PT
- College Club @ 2pm ET|1pm CT|Noon MT|11am PT
For staff questions regarding National Clubs, please email Sonja Howerton at showerton@k12.com
Tech Tip-Installing Office 365
Did you know you can download it directly from your student's account?
Instructions below:
You have the option to download the complete suite or certain software.
Strong Start
Our Strong Start Orientation Program is designed just for you! If you have not already done so, join Ms. Patterson for New Family Orientation. New Family Orientation will appear on your class connect schedule Monday at 10:00am, Wednesday at 6:00pm & Thursday at 10:00am.
K5 students want to learn more about your account on Tuesday at 9:00am join the Welcome to Online Learning Session directly from your CC schedule. If you still have questions join a Hallway Help session on Tuesday at 3:00pm or Thursday at 9:00am.
MS/HS students meet your advisors on Tuesday (MS-9:00am/HS-2pm) for New Student Bootcamp.
Our staff wants to ensure every new family has a strong start at MGLVA.
Upcoming Events
LC Discussion Workshop
This month's focus is on using BBC and navigating thru the Learning Coach account.
Previously recorded sessions can be found on your class connect schedule.
Beacon Buddies
Grades 9-12
Meet teachers and students in your area!
Get help on what you might need!
Help others with your expertise!
Click here for the interactive map.
WHAT TO BRING
- Computer Computer Computer
- Any questions you might have!
Parent to Parent
This is an opportunity for learning coaches to connect with one another, share tactics and techniques across all grade bands.
Previously recorded sessions can be found on your class connect schedule.
Board Meeting
Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy
Amy Lepley, K5 Principal
Anthony Kinkle, MS Principal
Stacy Little, Assistant K5-MS Princpal
Abby Brown, HS Principal
Angela Kalcec, Assistant HS Principal
Brandon Seaver, Special Programs Manager
Jennifer Canfield-Pipel, Title I Coordinator
Kirstin Miller, Family Engagement Administrator
Website: mglva.k12.com
Location: 1309 Madison Rd, Manistee, MI 49660, United States
Phone: 231-794-5999
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MichiganGreatLakesVA/
Twitter: @mglva_hs_beacon