And we're off!!! First week of remote learning when GREAT! A huge thank you to parents/guardians for all your support this week in helping your child become a successful remote learner and for being patient with any technical issues. We couldn’t do this without you!

Since our first days were a "soft opening," we spent time learning routines, becoming familiar with online platforms, getting to know one another, and establishing classroom culture. We will be getting into more academics during our second week together.

Aug. 31: First Day of School, Day begins at 9:15 a.m.

Sept. 4/7: No Classes, Labor Day Weekend

Sept. 14: Blended learning schedule begins

Nov. 3: No Classes, Professional Development

Nov. 4-5: Parent/Teacher Conferences

1) A basket of books next to your child's workspace--a mix of fiction and nonfiction. Libraries are still open and a great place to start with a collection of books if you don't have access to a lot at home.

2) I encourage you to go onto https://www.getepic.com/ and sign up for a FREE 30 day trial. Students have free access to Epic during school hours only.

3) Download the 'dualless chrome extension' on your child's chrome book. Once downloaded, play around with the different split screens and teach your child how to use.

OR

4) Show your child how to split screens manually by clicking on the two boxes in the upper right hand corner. We went over this a lot, but it would be good practice to play around with it. This would be helpful when on sites like kahoot and quizizz.

5) I recommend purchasing blue light blocker glasses for your child to wear during screen time. Amazon has a ton of options.

6) During breaks, please help me in encouraging your child to walk away from the screen, run around outside, ride their bike, close their eyes, etc...

6) Review the supplies list linked below and have items ready by your child's workstation next week. If you need any assistance with supplies, please do not hesitate to reach out to me.

This was sent out to families this morning. If you haven't taken the survey yet, please do so ASAP.

Dear Families,

Below is a link to the parent survey that confirms the preferred educational platform you will be selecting for the first nine week marking period (minimum). Each option will be explained in detail on the survey, but the short version and difference between the two are BLENDED and REMOTE. “Blended” includes students physically attending school a portion of the time on alternating days and “Remote” will be students not physically attending school in person.

If you have more than one student at T.H.I.S., you MUST fill out one survey/form per child. A reminder to resubmit for additional students will be available after answering all questions. Please be sure to complete the survey(s) by Tuesday, September 8, 2020.

https://forms.gle/kjNXXDjon6wmX23y9

Thank you!

If you have not had a chance, please complete the Parent Survey linked below. Students should also complete the Student Survey. The Student Survey is also linked on our Google Classroom.

Students may log onto their Google Classroom by accessing the app on their Chromebook or by visiting www.classroom.google.com. Our 4th Grade Homeroom has already been added for your student. For any questions about Torrey Hill Technology including logging onto Google Classroom for the first time, please see the Tech Guide linked below.

Please email me a baby or toddler picture of your 4th grader. These photos will be on display on our classroom birthdays bullentin board and we'll also use for a guessing game. Please send by Friday, September 11th. Thanks for your help!

Now more than ever it is so important for your child to have books in the home. Plus our class gets FREE books with every order!

Class Order Due Date: 09/12/20

Connect to Our Class Page with the link below and shop the flyers with your child:

All books ship to the class, and I hand them out to the kids to take home.

Thank you for encouraging the love of reading!

PS: Feel free to forward the class page link to extended family who may want to support your child's reading.

Class Code: H4393

Click the link below for our 4th Grade Virtual Open House.

Please use the link below to view COVI-19 frequently asked questions:

https://www.lakefentonschools.org/covid-19-resources--4

If you are looking for ways to support your child's learning, please visit the link below. You'll select Grade 4, then scroll down for unit descriptions and games to support 4th grade objectives. Should any questions arise as our year progresses, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Please be sure to log in to your Parent Vue account. Through Parent Vue, you will be able to see your student's grades in all subjects as well as any missing assignments. If you have any trouble please call the Torrey Hill office at 591-3617.

Email: jewilliams@lakefentonschools.org
Location: 12410 Torrey Road, Fenton, MI, USA
Phone: 810-591-3103
Twitter: @JenniferWilli58