Lower School

Platforms:

*Grades K - 2: Use Seesaw regularly in class and to send out communication and periodic assignments to be completed at home. Have families regularly log into any other programs that would be used in distance learning. In a distance scenario, use Seesaw for communication, lists of work, delivery of content, and assignments.

*Grades 3 - 6: Use Google Classroom regularly in class and for homework, and Seesaw for parent communication and as a supplement to Google Classroom for student assignments. Have students/families regularly log into any other programs that would be used in distance learning. In a distance scenario, use Google Classroom for lists of work and delivery of content. All assignments should be posted on Google Classroom, and can be completed on Seesaw when appropriate.

In a distance scenario:

*Post all materials (weekly assignment list, live meeting links, login information, printables, etc.) in Google Classroom (3rd - 6th) or Seesaw (K - 2nd). Families should be able to find all class materials in one place. Include the learning objectives or targets for the week/unit on the weekly assignment list (Assignment Lists: EC-4th, 5th-6th).

*Synchronous & Asynchronous: Host live synchronous meetings daily (whole class and in small groups) in addition to a variety of asynchronous activities. Provide direct instruction (including live meetings and teacher-created videos) as well as activities, projects, collaboration, and time on digital programs. Students should have some instruction delivered by their classroom teacher (for example, grade levels can split up creating content videos so one teacher does ELAR, another does math, etc.). See the training slides for more details.

*Student Well-Being: Host daily Morning Meetings with SEL check-ins. Implement the Social-Emotional Learning curriculum. Contact Taylor Spiker if you are concerned about a student.

Digital Platforms Guide for Lower School Teachers