Expectations for Students during Remote Learning

It is important that students understand that Virtual Learning attendance is based on daily engagement, not solely the completion of assignments. State law TEC §25.092 and Mercedes ISD Policy FEC (Local) and (Legal) still require students to attend at least 90% of their classes to receive credit and be promoted. Remote attendance will count in the same manner as on-campus (face-to-face) attendance in satisfying

this requirement.

Mercedes ISD student expectations for synchronous learning:

▸ Students attend class on time, per their class schedule.

▸ Students are recommended to follow the Mercedes ISD dress code or wear appropriate clothing.

▸ Students are ready to engage and learn.

▸ Students should have a designated, distraction-free workspace to engage in learning.

▸ Students will show their face on the screen to engage with the teacher virtually.

▸ Students will participate in the class activities, discussions and assignments.

Virtual Asynchronous Learning is a curricular experience where students engage in the learning materials on their own time, interacting intermittently with the teacher via the computer or other electronic devices. In this setting, teachers will provide instruction, learning resources and support through the use of Google Classroom.

Mercedes ISD student expectations for asynchronous learning:

▸ Students will complete asynchronous activities assigned each day.

▸ Students show proof of participation in daily virtual instruction by satisfactorily completing assignments to demonstrate evidence of student learning, e.g., video, picture or activities submitted as lessons and/or completing assignments.

▸ Students and parents will communicate with the teacher when needing additional assistance, tutoring, etc