Parenting Virtual Students
Edition 2
The Importance of "Brain Breaks"
One of the most common questions parents and caregivers are asking is, "How do I keep my child involved and participating while learning online?" Remember, as adults we have learned to take breaks while we work. Whether you go to get some coffee or take a short walk, it is important to take regular breaks. Want to learn more about how to support your child's learning? Click on the link below.
Brain Breaks - Action Songs for Children - Move and Freeze - Kids Songs by The Learning Station
Google Drive
Google Drive - Allows students to store various work in the form of documents, spreadsheets or presentations. It can be connected to Canvas.
Help Desk
The phone number (594-8410) that will be staffed by volunteers (from 7 a.m.- 4 p.m.) and will be solely dedicated to tech support for VLP.
Aspen
Aspen Family Portal allows for communication concerning student progress. It is the system for looking up grades, attendance, and communication (Emailing teachers directly)
Chromebook/ Google Help Videos
Knox County Website
Chromebook/ Google Suite Guide
Knox County Website
NEW HELP FEATURE
If This Then That is an index of "Common Problems" with step by step instructions for possible solutions and other resources. Click on the button below for more information.
If This, Then That: Technology Troubleshooting
Knox County Schools Web Page
Online Classroom Etiquette
What is Zoom Fatigue? (Or in Our Case Teams Fatigue)
Zoom/ Teams Fatigue is the exhaustion experienced from using any Virtual Meeting platforms caused by the various parts of virtual work.
Learn More about Zoom Fatigue and How to Avoid it
CLICK HERE FOR THE ARTICLE
Strategies for Teaching Kids Self Regulation
Self Regulation refers to the process your child goes through to control emotions and actions when faced with a particular situation. What can you do to help your younger child learn how to appropriately deal with situations? Click on the button below.
Event Information
A National Town Hall on Distance Learning
Calling all Pre-K – 8 parents! Worried about the challenges presented by distance learning or hybrid school models? Get expert advice and practical tips on how to keep your children motivated, emotionally strong, and on track academically. Learn how to support your children's wellbeing, academic success, and build routines for the months ahead. You can do this, and you're not alone.
When?
Thursday, Sep 17, 2020, 05:30 PM
Where?
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More Information & Registration for Parent Town Hall
Thurs., Sep 17, 2020 5:30 pm