BMS
Burkburnett Middle School
Instructional Plan During Closure
Parents & Students:
Teachers will design assignments that are meaningfully connected to the course curriculum and can be completed in 20-30 minutes. All instruction, student work and assignments will be delivered via Google Classroom. Google Classroom can be accessed by logging into BISD’s Classlink single sign-on page at https://launchpad.classlink.com/. Information on logging to Classlink can be found at this link: BISD Logins Information.
Student Learning Guidance
Student Roles and Responsibilities
Establish daily routines for engaging in the learning experiences
Identify a space in your home where you can work effectively and successfully
Regularly monitor online platforms
Engage in all learning with academic honesty
Communicate proactively with your teachers if you need support or have questions
Comply with School Internet Safety policies including expectations for online etiquette
Access live assistance from your teacher at times posted in your Google Classrooms
For questions about...
a course, assignment, or resource, please contact the relevant teacher
a technology related problem or issue, please contact helpdesk@burkburnettisd.org or call 940-569-0445
a personal, academic or social-emotional concern please contact AnnMarie.McMillan@burkburnettisd.org or Elizabeth.Casteen@burkburnettisd.org
other issues related to distance learning, please contact Michael.Baughman@burkburnettisd.org or Tiffany.Ballard@burkburnettisd.org or Kevin.Hunter@burkburnettisd.org
Parent Guidance
Parent Roles and Responsibilities
Provide support for your children by:
● Establishing routines and expectations
● Defining the physical space for your child to study
● Monitoring communications from your child’s teachers
● Taking an active role in helping your child process his/her learning
● Encouraging physical activity and/or exercise
● Remaining mindful of your child’s stress or worry
● Monitoring how much time your child is spending online
● Keeping your child social, but set rules around their social media interactions
For questions about...
a course, assignment, or resource, please contact the relevant teacher
a technology related problem or issue, please contact helpdesk@burkburnettisd.org or call 940-569-0445
a personal, academic or social-emotional concern please contact AnnMarie.McMillan@burkburnettisd.org or Elizabeth.Casteen@burkburnettisd.org
other issues related to distance learning, please contact Michael.Baughman@burkburnettisd.org or Tiffany.Ballard@burkburnettisd.org or Kevin.Hunter@burkburnettisd.org
questions about Special Education or 504, please contact Jennifer.Shean@burkburnettisd.org
Middle School Learning Priorities
● Learning will be mainly focused around literacy and numeracy to maintain current skills
● The primary tools for communication between teachers and families will be Google Classroom
● All learning activities will be posted in Google Classroom
● Teachers will provide lessons that will be recorded and made available to students to watch at any time.
Recommended Time Frames for Learning: Grades 6, 7 & 8
Reading/English/Writing: 20-30 minutes Tuesday and Thursday
Mathematics: 20-30 minutes Monday and Wednesday
Science: 20-30 minutes Tuesday and Thursday
Social Studies: 20-30 minutes Monday and Wednesday
Spanish (if applicable): 20-30 minutes Friday
Optional (Friday): Art, Music, PE and Elective teachers will provide a range of activities that continue to support the current program
If you experience technology issues during this unprecedented time, please contact:
940-569-0445
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