Sycamore Schools will be moving all F2F classrooms to remote learning for all F2F students during the week of November 30 - December 4.
To assist you in understanding how this affects your child, we have prepared an FAQ to answer some of your questions. This document may be amended to include additional questions and answers that we could not anticipate. Virtual learning classrooms will not be affected by the change to remote for F2F students. If you have further questions, please reach out to your child's teacher or to our administration.
Please note: Sports will continue in person during remote learning. Clubs will continue, but meetings may be held virtually instead of in person. Club sponsors will communicate with your child about the status this week.
Remote Learning FAQ for Parents
What does a typical day of remote learning look like?
Please review this “Day in the Life of a Remote Student” graphic.
The pace of the day will be identical to a typical day in the classroom except that students will log into a video conferencing tool to engage virtually with their teachers.
What materials will my child need for remote learning?
Your child should have his or her district-issued Chromebook, a set of earbuds or headphones with a microphone, an internet connection, a quiet place to work, and any school supplies that they normally use.
Will attendance be taken?
Yes, every teacher will take attendance and monitor student engagement. If your child will be absent, please call the absence line 513-686-1707. Students are expected to be to class on time for all seven bells and engaged in learning activities.
What is the bell schedule?
The SCHEDULE remains the same as it has been all year for F2F students. Class begins for the day at 8:02 am. Each class is 45 minutes in length with an 8-minute transition and a 30-minute lunch.
What about electives and study halls? Does my child need to log in for those subjects?
Yes. Our expectation remains the same as if your child were sitting in the classroom at SJH. All students are expected to be engaged in every bell.
How will my student log in to class? Will they know what to do on November 30?
Teachers will conduct a review with each class to discuss and walk through how to log into the video conferencing tool to their class. Parents can review this GUIDE in case a student has questions. Teachers will also review remote classroom expectations (microphone and camera use, chat features, etc) with students.
What are the behavioral expectations for remote learning?
Please review this PBIS chart created for our students and watch Mr. Aviator for guidance as he learns remotely!
When will my student eat lunch?
Lunch will be at the same time as before and will be 30 minutes in length. Your student should know if they have A, B, or C lunch. Some fifth bell teachers may adjust lunchtime while remote to avoid splitting up the class time. Students to whom this applies will be notified by that teacher. Otherwise, lunchtimes are as follows:
Lunch A: 11:35 – 12:06
Lunch B: 12:06 – 12:37
Lunch C: 12:37 – 1:08
My child is on an IEP. How will that be managed?
The pace of the day will be identical to a typical day in the classroom except that students will log into a video conferencing tool to engage virtually with their teachers. This includes Flex classes and Academic Study. IEP services, including related services, will be delivered as described in the COVID-19 IEP Implementation Plan.
What if we have tech issues?
Our helpdesk will be available. Please call 513-686-1793 or email helpdesk@sycamoreschools.org
