Virtual Learning Tips

Set up a specific space for learning.
Minimize distractions.
Instill the same thrill and excitement when getting your child's school supplies.

Maintain consistent routines.
- Bedtime is consistent each night.
- Bathe regularly as if they were attending school on a regular campus.
- Meals are the same time each day.
Have your child get dressed and ready for the day.
- Brush their teeth, comb their hair, and wash their face.
Establish a morning routine and responsibilities for your child prior to logging on. This is a perfect time for them to begin learning a few household tasks.
- Assign chores to keep their workspace free of clutter.
- Schedule a time of day for your child to organize their space.
- Complete chores, such as putting their dishes in the dishwasher, folding their clothes, etc.
Be organized. Use a calendar or planner to keep track of assignments.
- Model how to mark the assignments and due dates.
Provide healthy lunch choices and snacks.
- Create a lunch and snack menu with your child.

Communicate regularly with your child's teacher.
Read the newsletters from the teachers and the school to keep current on events and happenings.
Address concerns that you have about your child and virtual learning with the teacher, counselor, and/or principal.

Schedule breaks.
- Take a walk.
- Read or complete an assignment outside when the weather is nice.
- Pause and take a few deep breaths.
Keep your child on task.
- Frequently check-in with your child to make sure they are on task and using the internet appropriately.
- Ask them questions about what they are learning or working on.
Review digital citizenship expectations.
- Focus on the speaker/teacher.
- No chatting on the side.
- Only have one browser open when on video with the class or teacher.
- Wait your turn to speak.
- Keep your camera on and microphone off unless instructed by your teacher.
Close the day out with a daily closure routine.
- Reflect on a few positives from the day.
- Review the schedule for the next day to be prepared.
- Update the calendar for any future assignments, events, or tasks.
- Clean up the workspace.

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