Blake Updates
March 29, 2020
March 30 - April 3 Blake HS Main Office Hours
We are currently working on the office hours for the upcoming school week. Our office will be closed on Monday and Tuesday as we support our staff with gathering and preparing materials for instruction.
We will send out information about building hours the rest of the week shortly.
You can always call the school and leave a message (240-740-1400) and we will return your call or you can email Mr. Sinclair at Robert_Sinclair@mcpsmd.org and we will get back to you.
What will this look like? A Virtual Conversation with MCPS-
Additional Information from MCPS
The following information is from MCPS:
MCPS staff has been working diligently to develop a continuity of learning (distance/remote learning) plan that addresses the academic and non-academic needs of our students. Beginning Monday, March 30, MCPS will launch the first phase of our remote learning system that will provide students with structured school experiences. During the initial phase, students and families will have the opportunity to:
- Reconnect with their teachers
- Complete end of the third marking period assignments
- Take online tutorials to learn how to use technology platforms to support student learning
- Develop a home schedule that outlines when each student in the home will engage in their lessons
Meanwhile, staff will be focused on:
- Reconnecting with students
- Participating in professional development on a variety of topics, including the use of new and familiar technology tools to support student learning
- Setting up their online classrooms
- Reconnecting with colleagues and professional learning communities
- Working with students on third marking period grades and assignments
It is important to note that continuity of learning plans are not intended to mirror the exact time and schedule of a typical school day. Our remote learning model provides a blend of direct instruction and framing of activities; independent, self-paced work; live teacher support, checks for understanding and reteaching; and submission of graded assignments. This is to provide both structure and flexibility for students, teachers and families. We will build upon this work in phases as we all students, families and staff become familiar with the remote learning environment.
For more information visit the Continuity of Learning web page.
March 30 - April 3 Schedule
MCPS Food Distribution Sites
Food distribution sites will continue to operate as we shift into online and distance learning. MCPS is providing access to three meals a day at a number of sites throughout the county. You can find the list of locations here. Free meals will be provided Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Students do not have to present ID to receive meals but must be under 18 years old. They can visit any of the sites to receive a nutritious meal.
Advanced Placement Update
The college board has been making some significant revisions to advanced placement testing and preparation in the wake of the coronavirus. Please click on the link below to get information directly from college board.
https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/about-ap/news-changes/coronavirus-update?excmpid=SM48-ED-CB-tw
Yearbooks
Don’t forget to pre-order you yearbook! Current cost is $100.70 ($95 plus tax). Yearbooks are set to arrive mid-May, and those who pre-ordered a book get their books before everyone else. There will be a limited number to sell on-site. Don’t risk missing out!
Order online at https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1160124/James-Hubert-Blake-High-School/2020-Yearbook/2019082904252549755/CATALOG_SHOP/ or bring in cash/check made payable to Blake High School before it’s too late!
Contact Ms. Kim with any questions. ( Sylvia_E_Kim@mcpsmd.org )
March 30- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
March 31- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 1- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 2- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 3- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 6- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 7- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 8- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 9- Schools Closed / Administrative Offices Open
April 10- Schools Closed / Administrative Offices Closed
April 13- Schools Closed / Administrative Offices Closed
April 14- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 15- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 16- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 17- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 20- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 21- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 22- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 23- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 24- Continuity of Learning/Online Learning Day
April 24th is currently the last day of the emergency school closing.
James Hubert Blake High School
James Hubert Blake High School is a Signature School for the Fine Arts and Humanities
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Email: Robert_Sinclair@mcpsmd.org
Website: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/blakehs/
Location: 300 Norwood Road, Silver Spring, MD, United States
Phone: (240)740-1400
Facebook: facebook.com/BlakeHSPrincipal/
Twitter: @Blake_Principal