Frequently Asked Questions

What are the eLearning office hours for staff at Doby's Bridge Elementary? Our eLearning office hours vary from teacher to teacher. Please utilize the banner above to access Staff Office Hours.

How long is my student required to work during eLearning days? The State Department of SC has set the following requirements for student seat times during virtual learning days:

What is the best way to contact my child's teacher? The best way to contact your child's teacher is via email. Teachers will also provide you with additional learning platforms for specific classrooms.

Can I get in touch with an administrator or another member of the school staff during the school day? Yes! Although our school building is currently closed, feel free to call us. Should you need to speak with someone, please call our office at 803-835-5200.

What is an eLearning Day? On eLearning Days, students do not report to school, but will complete classroom activities using technology, facilitated online or paper packets that are sent home. Teachers will provide a combination of delivery and instructional activity options for students that include high tech, low tech, and no tech activities. This will ensure that students with all levels of technology at home can participate. Students will need to demonstrate they have engaged with the material and understand the daily instructional objectives.

What if my child doesn't complete all the activities? eLearning Days have been developed to help students access learning opportunities while having to stay at home. Students are not penalized if they are unable to complete all the assignments. It is our hope that students are giving a good faith effort to continue learning while at home.

How will I know if school is changed to an eLearning Day(s)? The district will communicate school cancellations and the announcement of an eLearning Day(s) through phone calls, district/school websites, social media, and local media. Our eLearning program will begin for all students on Wednesday, March 18th.

How will students be prepared for an eLearning Day(s)? Teachers will post eLearning assignments for students online and paper packets will be provided to students based on responses to the eLearning survey which determined students’ level of technology access at home. If the eLearning survey was not completed, the teacher will provide a paper packet.

How will I get a paper packet for my student? If your student will require a paper packet during the eLearning time period, you can pick up paper packets 7:00-10:00 am on Thursday, April 16 & 2:00-4:00 pm on Friday, April 17.

What if I have questions on an eLearning Day? For questions regarding an assignment, your student’s teacher will be available through e-mail and during office hours on the eLearning day(s), which will be communicated by teachers. Questions sent via email outside of the determined office hours will be answered within 24 hours. For other questions, please call your student’s school Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m.

How does my student turn in his/her work in order to receive attendance credit for the eLearning Day(s)? Students are expected to complete activities/assignments daily during an eLearning Day(s). How students submit work depends on the teacher’s assignment and student’s access to technology. Directions for submitting work should be identified by the teacher.

Am I expected to teach my student his/her assignment? No, the assignment should be an extension of material learned in class. Like homework assignments, parents may support their student in completing work. Do not hesitate to communicate with your student’s teacher if there was difficulty in your student completing the assignment.

Will the district provide breakfast and lunch for students? The Fort Mill School District will provide breakfast and lunch free of charge during the duration of the school closure to families in need. Click here for more information.

What if my student is sick and cannot complete eLearning activities? Please communicate with your student’s teacher if they are unable to complete assignments for any reason, including illness.

What if my student has accommodations? Accommodations, as outlined in a student’s IEP or 504 Plan, will be implemented as appropriate given the eLearning content and format. Special education and 504 case managers will continue to oversee the implementation of individual plans during eLearning.