Good afternoon all-
It was wonderful to see some of you today. It certainly showed how important in-person interaction is! Thank you for working so hard during this time of remote learning to get your classrooms ready for the summer clean.
I have attached the High School Guidance issued by the Commissioner last Friday here. I think the language around graduating seniors is important:
"Our goal is for Massachusetts high school graduates to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to successfully complete entry-level, credit-bearing college courses; participate in certificate or workplace training programs; enter economically viable career pathways; and engage as active and responsible citizens in our democracy."
I think this is a good starting point when thinking about seniors who may be in danger of not earning credit. It s wise to think about seniors in terms of "were they on track to successfully complete your course?" before this happened. If you are genuinely concerned that a student should not earn credit please make sure the Credit survey I sent last week has been completed. Erin and Brian are generating "Loss of Credit" letters this week. We want these students to spend the next few weeks showing some level of connection!
The last day of classes for the Class of 2020 is May 29. This would have been their last day of exams.
It would make sense to use that last week as a catch-up time.
Please adhere to the schedule for coming into the building. Do not come early or stay after the time you signed up for. I have been told people are adding themselves to the sheets when they get here. Please make sure you add your times as soon as possible so that custodians can plan for the day. They are printing out lists in the morning and making sure the rooms are open, then sanitized after you leave. If you have any items that need to be left for students please place it in a trash bag, they have been left for you in your room, and label it. Leave the bag outside your door and the custodians will get them to the gym. There is a blue recycle bin on the table near the front office. Please leave your sign out sheets and book cards when you are done with your clean-out.
Finally, WACA is working with the senior class officers to create an awesome senior slideshow with added perks. They would love to have a short video message from all teachers wishing the Class of 2020 luck. 15-30 seconds max. You can email them to me!
It was wonderful to see some of you today. It certainly showed how important in-person interaction is! Thank you for working so hard during this time of remote learning to get your classrooms ready for the summer clean.
I have attached the High School Guidance issued by the Commissioner last Friday here. I think the language around graduating seniors is important:
"Our goal is for Massachusetts high school graduates to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to successfully complete entry-level, credit-bearing college courses; participate in certificate or workplace training programs; enter economically viable career pathways; and engage as active and responsible citizens in our democracy."
I think this is a good starting point when thinking about seniors who may be in danger of not earning credit. It s wise to think about seniors in terms of "were they on track to successfully complete your course?" before this happened. If you are genuinely concerned that a student should not earn credit please make sure the Credit survey I sent last week has been completed. Erin and Brian are generating "Loss of Credit" letters this week. We want these students to spend the next few weeks showing some level of connection!
The last day of classes for the Class of 2020 is May 29. This would have been their last day of exams.
It would make sense to use that last week as a catch-up time.
Please adhere to the schedule for coming into the building. Do not come early or stay after the time you signed up for. I have been told people are adding themselves to the sheets when they get here. Please make sure you add your times as soon as possible so that custodians can plan for the day. They are printing out lists in the morning and making sure the rooms are open, then sanitized after you leave. If you have any items that need to be left for students please place it in a trash bag, they have been left for you in your room, and label it. Leave the bag outside your door and the custodians will get them to the gym. There is a blue recycle bin on the table near the front office. Please leave your sign out sheets and book cards when you are done with your clean-out.
Finally, WACA is working with the senior class officers to create an awesome senior slideshow with added perks. They would love to have a short video message from all teachers wishing the Class of 2020 luck. 15-30 seconds max. You can email them to me!
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