Fox Prairie Enews
April 9, 2020
Wow! We made it through week two of Virtual Learning! Thank you so much for the support and feedback to make this the best experience it can be. I have enjoyed being part of Zoom meetings and seeing what students are posting. Don't forget to check out the SASD Facebook page to see pictures from this week's Theme Days!
We know we are still in the adjustment period of this new change and everyone is doing their best! We encourage you and your family to participate as much as you are able in Virtual Learning. If something is not working, please make sure to reach out to your classroom teacher. We are trying to make this a meaningful learning experience for everyone to enjoy. Don't forget to take breaks between lessons and activities. We all need breaks!
I hope you and your family enjoy the long weekend. As always, let us know if you need anything!
Krista and the Fox Staff
Fox Prairie Yearbook
If you haven't ordered a yearbook, and would still like to do that, please click here to order online.
Fox Prairie Theme Days
SASD meal pickup goes door to door
Good afternoon SASD Families,
This communication is in regards to daily school meals available to all children aged 18 and under and students aged 19-21 who have not yet graduated, regardless of free & reduced meal status.
Currently the district offers daily meal pickup at four locations via a sign up form. In an effort to better serve our students and support the current stay at home order, we will be moving to door to door delivery effective April 17, 2020. We will also provide meals for the weekend. This service will continue until school resumes.
Families currently picking up meals will be automatically moved to the new process below effective April 17. The district will call families already on our sign up list starting the week of April 13 to confirm and review the new process.
Families not signed up but who would like to may do so by clicking here. Please note a SEPARATE FORM for each child is needed to ensure each meal is included in our daily count. You will receive a confirmation phone call after submission which will review the delivery protocol.
If you do not receive a call within 24 hours, please contact Jenny McKenna at jenny.mckenna@Stoughton.k12.wi.us.
Door to Door Delivery Process
Deliveries will be made on Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. Each household will receive a call from the district with the review of protocol.
Monday delivery will include: lunch for Monday; breakfast and lunch for Tuesday; and breakfast for Wednesday.
Wednesday delivery will include: lunch for Wednesday; breakfast and lunch for Thursday; and breakfast for Friday.
Friday delivery will include: lunch for Friday; breakfast and lunch for Saturday; breakfast and lunch for Sunday; and breakfast for Monday.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Jenny McKenna at jenny.mckenna@Stoughton.k12.wi.us or leave a message at 608.877.5012.
Finally, I would like to thank ALL of our staff who are making this possible.
Sincerely,
Tim Onsager
District Administrator
Survey about Virtual Learning
WFK Meeting on Tuesday
You are welcome to join our Fox Prairie Working for Kids Meeting on Tuesday, April 14th. Just click on the following week.
Time: Apr 14, 2020 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/246896989
Meeting ID: 246 896 989
Password: WFK
Fox Prairie Distance Learning Site
A few refreshers if needed:
Here is a quick video on how to navigate the site.
The site can be found going to the district website (stoughton.k12.wi.us), then selecting Family in the top right corner, then Virtual Learning Resources under Family Portal, then selecting the Fox Prairie site.
You can also go directly to the site by using this address: https://tinyurl.com/wupywlh
Video Conferencing Opt-Out
Take Photos of Virtual Learning!
Photo call! We want to feature your kids learning virtually on our district social media channels.
Send your submissions to socialmedia@stoughton.k12.wi.us with your child(ren)’s name and grade. Photo ideas might be your child(ren) working on their device or packets or your child and their furry companion reading a book.
Grading for Virtual Learning
Virtual Learning for Our Students
- Please have your child(ren) login each day to complete lessons and activities. The number of hours needed will vary by age of the students.
- Let your teacher know if you or your child need help with anything or if your child is struggling to complete assignments.
- Don't forget to check-in using the Daily Attendance. We will record the attendance the following day so you can access the materials when it works for your family.
- Participate in Zoom meetings as it works for your family. We LOVE seeing their smiling faces.
- Check the Daily Announcements to keep informed.
Tips for Virtual Learning
- Stay Positive!
- Set a routine for each day. This does not need to be a set schedule. The kids are used to having certain things in the morning and afternoon. Work with your child to see what works best for your family.
- Take breaks between lessons/activities.
- Designate a space for learning.
- Keep your materials in one place so things you need don't get lost.
- Remember to charge your chromebook, laptop or tablet!
- Check in with your teacher if you need something :)
Virtual Learning Reminders & Technology Support
Thank you all so much for your patience as the district develops support systems for virtual learning.
By this time, most students should have received the necessary technology (hotspots and Chromebooks) to engage in virtual learning from home. If you still need to request technology, please contact your student's principal.
Technology Support Request Via the Internet
If your student experiences technology issues during their virtual learning, we are here to help support. To submit a technology support request, visit our district website (www.stoughton.k12.wi.us) and click on "Family" at the top of the page, and click on Virtual Learning Resources. From there, you will click on Family/Student Technology Support Requests. If you have trouble finding the form link, view a step-by-step guide HERE.
Technology Support Request Via Phone
If you do not have access to the internet, you can call (608) 877-5056, leave a detailed message describing the issue you are experiencing, and a member of the technology team will follow-up with you.
Chromebook Repairs
We will be open to exchange Chromebooks that are in need of repair by appointment only. After you complete the technology support form, you will be emailed instructions on how to make an appointment for repair.
On behalf of all the staff here at SASD, thank you for your continued support in making virtual learning an engaging experience for our students!
Family Resources
Stoughton Food Pantry
520 S 4th Street, Stoughton
Hours: Monday-Wednesday 10am-2pm
Thursdays 10am-2pm and 4pm-6pm
Closed Friday
First Saturday of the month 9am-11am
Call for an appointment: 608-873-8103
United Methodist Food Pantry
525 Lincoln Avenue, Stoughton
Hours: Tuesdays 9am-11am and 4pm-7pm
Call for an appointment: 608-873-3273 x 101
Personal Essentials Pantry
343 E. Main Street, Stoughton
Hours: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month: 1pm-5pm
Call 608-620-3250
Fun Activities for Families
Fox Prairie Garden Committee
Hello Families!
Here is a great way to help our school and do a home science project!
Start some vegetable seeds at home in a window! We like to have broccoli, tomatoes, vine beans, peas, squash, watermelon, and many other things!
In May, we will plan to plant seeds and starts in the garden. You will need to schedule times and planter boxes with Kathi Oettel. Look for this in future newsletters.
Please contact kathi.oettel@stoughton.k12.wi.us with any questions.
“Office Hours” With our District Nurse
Our district nurse Laurel Gretebeck is committed to supporting our students and families.
She will continue to hold daily office hours via phone and email, as well as checking emails periodically during the school day.
Office hours: Weekdays from 9 to 11 a.m.
Contact information: Laurel.Gretebeck@Stoughton.K12.WI.US; (608) 352-9305.
Free Internet Offered from Spectrum
Technology - Zoom
We are using a program called Zoom to host virtual meetings. Zoom allows users to connect online in order to video chat. Here are the instructions on how to use Zoom.
School Closure Tab on the District Website
Continue to stay up to date with our School Closure Tab on the district website. This tab includes information on technology repair, meals, special education, resources for parents, mental health resources and more.
Social Distancing Reminders from Public Health Madison & Dane County
Stay at home as much as possible, especially if you're sick.
Practice aggressive social distancing.
What does aggressive social distancing look like? Here are some ideas from PHMDC.
Cancel events and avoid groups, gatherings, playdates, and nonessential appointments.
Shop less often.
Explore your doctor’s virtual visit options.
Avoid handshakes.
Try online ordering.
Try remote options.
Spread out at work.
Continue strong every day preventive measures.
Avoid all nonessential travel.
You can view PHMDC's travel guidelines here under the headline "Travel".
Travel Reminders
At this time, Public Health Madison & Dane County is recommending that people avoid all nonessential travel.
PHMDC does not recommend any travel to areas with community transmission of coronavirus. This includes domestic travel to states with community transmission. If travel is essential, Public Health recommends a 14-day self-quarantine upon your return. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has more information about how to self-quarantine.
It is everyone’s responsibility to use common sense and exercise good judgment about travel.
One Way to Explain the COVID-19 Virus to Children under 7
Here is a link that one of our staff found that I wanted to share with all of you on how to explain the virus to kids under the age of 7.
Fox Prairie Shout Outs
If you would like to recognize a staff member here at Fox, please complete this form. We love
to celebrate our great staff!
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Fox Prairie Elementary School
Email: krista.huntleyrogers@stoughton.k12.wi.us
Website: www.stoughton.k12.wi.us
Location: 1601 W South St, Stoughton, WI, United States
Phone: 608-877-5100