Planning for Home Learning
Parent Guide Issue #2
Checking In
I know that this week has been a challenge on all fronts. Many of us are trying to balance work, parenting, homeschooling, and dealing with all the stress & uncertainty that comes with this situation.
Personally speaking, we've tried to create a schedule for my 5-year-old to maintain some structure that includes proper schooling, recess, nutrition, and rest. At the same time my 1-year-old is determined to wreck that schedule. It's times like these when we truly gain a deeper appreciation for daycare providers, educators, and stay-at-home parents.
With all that being said, I'd like to continue to provide support to families to the best of my ability without overwhelming you. Rather than sending out numerous emails on a day-to-day basis, I'll be sending communications such as this on a weekly basis.
At the bottom of each document I'll add buttons that will bring you back to previous issues. For example, Issue #1 at the bottom of this newsletter contains useful information that will get you off the ground with things like Google Classroom and SeeSaw.
Technology Support
If you are experiencing issues with your home WiFi or Internet service, you are encouraged to reach out to your provider directly.
Parental Controls on Home WiFi
HOW TO USE YOUR ROUTER'S PARENTAL CONTROLS
SPECTRUM (CABLE) PARENTAL CONTROLS
VERIZON FIOS PARENTAL CONTROLS
*Lewiston-Porter does not endorse any specific internet provider or cable service.
Free WiFI
- Spectrum plans to offer free internet and Wi-Fi service for 60 days to households with students from kindergarten to college that don't already subscribe to the cable company's broadband service. View Article
- Call 1.844.488.8398 for more details.
Zoom Video Conferencing Help
Here are a few more resources to use along with what your teachers are sending home:
Cincinnati Zoo is Bringing the Zoo to You
Scholastic Learn at Home
Day-by-day projects to keep kids reading, thinking, and growing.
Even when schools are closed, you can keep the learning going with these special cross-curricular journeys. Every day includes four separate learning experiences, each built around a thrilling, meaningful story or video. Kids can do them on their own, with their families, or with their teachers. Just find your grade level and let the learning begin!
-The Editors of Scholastic Classroom Magazines.
Nicholas R. Hill
Lewiston-Porter Central School District
Email: nhill@lew-port.com
Website: www.lew-port.com/technologyservices
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Twitter: @LewPortCSD