7th & 8th Grade Updated INFO
from Lake Middle School
What is Included in this Update?
In order of presentation:
-7th and 8th Grade Information to start the 2020-2021 School Year
-VLA 7th and 8th Grade Student Transition Information
-HYBRID 7th and 8th Grade Student Transition Information
-First Day of School Information for BOTH VLA and HYBRID 7th and 8th Grade Students
-Reminder about 7th and 8th Grade Chromebook Pick-Up Day Information (9/1 and 9/2 12-5pm)
-Information about District Required Technology Forms
-Calendar for First Week of School (September 8th-11th)
-Daily School Day Schedule for HYBRID Students
7th and 8th Grade Information to start the 2020-2021 School Year
We know that with the constant changes and updates it has been a frustrating start to the school year. As a staff and larger community, we are feeling those frustrations too. We continue to adjust as new information and situations develop, but please know that our number one goal is to begin the school year safely and effectively in both models of learning. Below is additional information and clarification that is the most updated specific to the start of the school year.
If you have specific questions please check our school website (for continued updates) or don't hesitate to contact our front office directly at 651-425-6400.
We look forward to a "unique" start to the school year!
Start of the School Year Information for VLA Students
VLA 7th and 8th grade students will have two different transition experiences/sessions this week.
First Experience: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1ST ONLINE
►VLA 7th Grade Students: Virtual (Live) Transition Meeting with 7th Grade Lake Staff Members - Tuesday, September 1st at 10am
JOIN WEBEX MEETING LINK – CLICK HERE (Link will be open 10 minutes prior to start time of meeting.)
►VLA 8th Grade Students: Virtual (Live) Transition Meeting with 8th Grade Lake Staff Members - Tuesday, September 1st at 1pm
JOIN WEBEX MEETING LINK – CLICK HERE (Link will be open 10 minutes prior to start time of meeting.)
These sessions will last approximately 45-60 minutes and it will be “live.” These sessions will provide VLA students an opportunity to meet Homebase teachers and other staff members, initial Chromebook and Schoology information and receive overall general information about the school year as it relates to being a VLA student. If your child is unable to attend the session, we will be sharing out the information/presentation for them to review. To join the virtual session, VLA students should enter through the link provided above. THESE SESSIONS ARE FOR VLA STUDENTS ONLY.
*All VLA 7th AND 8TH grade students should have come to Lake to pick up their Chromebooks last Thursday, August 27th. If you did not pick up your Chromebook, please contact Lake's front office at 651.425.6400.
Second Experience: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD ONLINE
VLA 7th AND 8th grade students will log-in to each of their Schoology Courses and enter their 1st, 2nd and 3rd Period Teacher's link that will be shared on their Schoology course page to access them virtually. Teachers will introduce themselves, have students introduce themselves so they know who the other VLA students are and then share initial information specific to their class per the schedule below.
Period 1 Class: 9:00-10:00am
Period 2 Class: 10:15-11:15am
Period 3 Class: 11:30-12:30pm
START OF THE SCHOOL YEAR/ACADEMIC CONTENT
VLA CLASSES WILL BEGIN ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH with access to their Schoology courses. (*Reminder that teachers online from 2:15pm - 3:15pm Monday through Thursday.)
VLA Students on Flex Fridays - VLA students will have access to each of their teachers per the FLEX schedule below including a 30 minute Homebase experience with their Homebase teacher and homebase classmates. (They will access to their teachers by the link on each of their Schoology Homepages for the sessions below.)
FRIDAY FLEX Schedule
8:30am - 9:15am: Period 1 Class Online
9:25am - 10:10am: Period 2 Class Online
10:20 - 11:05am: Period 3 Class Online
11:15am - 11:45am: HOMEBASE Online
THE FIRST FLEX FRIDAY IS NOT UNTIL FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18TH, 2020 (because of the Labor Day Holiday next week)
7th and 8th Transition Information for HYBRID Students
Hybrid 7th and 8th grade students will be provided transition information during their first day of school year next week when they are here onsite.
Day A Hybrid 7th and 8th grade students should come to school on FRIDAY 9/11 from 7:50am-12:55pm.
Day B Hybrid 7th and 8th grade students should come to school on THURSDAY 9/10 from 7:50am-12:55pm.
Students will spend their first day at school traveling through their periods 1, 2 and 3 classes. All 7th and 8th grade Hybrid students should report to their 1st PERIOD CLASS when they arrive at school. (Staff will be available to assist them in finding their 1st Period classroom!)
*Hybrid students should plan to purchase a lunch or bring a lunch from home.
Hybrid Students on Flex Fridays - Hybrid students will have access to each of their classes/teachers online per the FLEX schedule below including a 30 minute Homebase experience with their Homebase teacher and homebase classmates. (They will access to their teachers by their individual link on each of their Schoology Homepages for the sessions below.)
FRIDAY FLEX Schedule
8:30am - 9:15am: Period 1 Class Online
9:25am - 10:10am: Period 2 Class Online
10:20 - 11:05am: Period 3 Class Online
11:15am - 11:45am: HOMEBASE Online
THE FIRST FLEX FRIDAY IS NOT UNTIL FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18TH, 2020 (because of the Labor Day Holiday next week.)
PLEASE NOTE: CLASSES FOR ALL 7TH AND 8TH GRADE HYBRID STUDENTS WILL BEGIN ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH with access to their Schoology courses. Students should plan on logging on to their classes in Schoology during the week of September 8th each day whether they are here onsite or not. (*Reminder that all teachers will be online from 2:15pm - 3:15pm Monday through Thursday.)
START OF THE SCHOOL YEAR SEPTEMBER 8TH
ACADEMIC CONTENT for ALL 7th and 8th Grade VLA and Hybrid Students will begin on the FIRST DAY OF THE SCHOOL YEAR - Tuesday, September 8th. Students should be logging in to their courses in to Schoology daily to access the content each school day.
Reminder that all students can access their teachers online from 2:15pm - 3:15pm Monday through Thursday as needed.
Flex Fridays - All students will have access to each of their teachers per the FLEX schedule below including a 30 minute Homebase experience with their Homebase teacher and homebase classmates. (They will access to their teachers by the link on each of their Schoology Homepages for the sessions below.)
FRIDAY FLEX Schedule
8:30am - 9:15am: Period 1 Class Online
9:25am - 10:10am: Period 2 Class Online
10:20 - 11:05am: Period 3 Class Online
11:15am - 11:45am: HOMEBASE Online
THE FIRST FLEX FRIDAY IS NOT UNTIL FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18TH, 2020 (because of the Labor Day Holiday next week)
With recent secondary adjustments to the week of August 31st through September 3rd, we will be adding “Back to School Pick-Up Days” for Lake Middle School’s 7th and 8th Grade Hybrid Students.
Why? So that they can begin their classes on September 8th by logging in to Schoology.. (Refer to updated schedule below for the first week of school – Week of September 8th-11th.)
The schedule for 7th and 8th Grade “Back to School Pick-Up Days” is:
Tuesday, September 1st from 12pm to 5pm for 7th GRADE HYBRID STUDENTS
Wednesday, September 2nd from 12pm to 5pm for 8th GRADE HYBRID STUDENTS
My student is a 6th Grade Student. When will they receive their device?
All hybrid 6th grade students will receive their Chromebooks the first week of school. (September 8th (Hybrid Day B students) or September 9th (Hybrid Day A Students).
Please stop by Lake Middle School anytime between 12pm-5pm. Student (or their parent) should enter the Lake Middle School “Pool/Activity Entrance.” They will then enter the Lake Lodge to pick up the following items listed below and then exit the Lake Lodge through the exterior door. (One way in and one way out.) We are asking everyone to practice social distancing during this process and wear a mask.
Students will receive the following:
-Hard copy of their student schedule
-Student Planner and
-Chromebook Device
*Please Note: EVERY STUDENT IN DISTRICT 833 WILL RECEIVE A DEVICE THIS FALL. IN ORDER TO RECEIVE THIS DEVICE FAMILIES ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE DISTRICT’S TECHNOLOGY AGREEMENT FORM WITH THE OPTIONAL DEVICE PROTECTION PLAN. THESE FORMS MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO “Back to School Pick-Up Days.” Information about completing these forms is shared below.
Also, we have included a list of “Frequently Asked Questions below, but don’t hesitate to contact us if you have further questions at 651.425.6401.
REQUIRED DISTRICT TECHNOLOGY AGREEMENT FORMS
STEPS TO COMPLETE THE REQUIRED DISTRICT TECHNOLOGY AGREEMENT FORMS
Visit sowashco.org/fees. Follow the “Quick Links”, or the steps below here.
Create an account through the SmartSchoolK12 website. Instructions for creating a new SmartSchool account are located HERE.
How to add a new student relationship to an existing account
How to find a student ID number in Infinite Campus
Complete the Technology Agreement Form in SmartSchool.
Instructions on How to complete the Technology Agreement Form are located HERE.
Questions? Please contact fees@sowashco.org.