2020-2021 Comprehensive Distance Learning Resources For NBSD Families
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Welcome to the North Bend School District. We are offering an in-person hybrid model for our Kindergarten through grade 3 students (half the day at school, half the day learning at home). The students in grades 4-12th will be learning online only until we as a county and state reach the metrics defined by the state. Your family should be receiving an invitation to meet virtually for an initial orientation to the tools, programs, routines and contacts for our staff.
What is Comprehensive Distance Learning?
Comprehensive Distance Learning usually occurs online with the use of technology when teachers and students cannot meet in a traditional classroom setting.
Comprehensive Distance Learning activities and information can be communicated online by the teacher to the students and families through email, webpages, or other comunication tools.
How can we be successful?
Each teacher is adapting their curriculum to best meet the needs of students with the tools available, so each class will look different. Where band lessons may meet real-time or synchronously, an English lesson may be completed at a convenient time or asynchronously. Most importantly, we understand this is new to most students, their families, and staff. It will require a great deal of patience, empathy, and flexibility as we transition to Comprehensive Distance Learning.
Resources for Talking To Your Learners about COVID-19
Talking To Children about COVID-10: A Parent Resource by the National Association of School Psychologists and the National Association of School Nurses
Helping Children Cope with Stress During the 2019-nCoV Outbreak by the World Health Organization
Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope With the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)National Association of School Psychologists: Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
Child Mind Institute: Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus
Open Circle: How to Talk to Kids about Coronavirus
PBS Parents: How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus
NPR: What To Say To Kids When The News Is Scary
NPR: Just For Kids: A Comic Exploring The New Coronavirus
Livescience: The Ultimate Kids’ Guide to the New Coronavirus
Tips for Helping Your Learner at Home
Identify a learning place. Where will your student work? Make sure that they have pencils, erasers, paper, calculator, or any other tools they may need to learn.
Create a study plan together and set small goals. Help your student understand the purpose and objectives of their tasks and learning by discussing what they are expected to complete digitally. Help them create a checklist of due dates and a timeline so that you both understand what needs to be completed. Celebrate when they meet small goals.
Guide your student on his/her responsibilities by helping them create a daily schedule for learning, balancing time in front of a screen, exercising, socializing, and etc. Schedule breaks in learning when needed.
Try to keep your student on a regular schedule for waking and sleeping. Online learning is often asynchronous which means that students can access their work at any time of the day, allowing them to keep odd hours. Ensure that your student is taking assignments seriously by keeping them to a somewhat ‘normal school day structure.’ Encourage and set aside time for exercise and creative time for making or drawing.
Find out when your student’s teachers’ office hours are in case you or your student has questions. When will he or she respond to emails? Is he or she offering synchronous learning opportunities for a class? If this information has not been communicated to you, reach out to the instructor.
How can I keep my kids learning when we're stuck at home? - This is a great article that outlines a schedule that can be used to realistically support students while they learn at home.
Crisis Hotlines to remember
NATIONAL HOTLINES:
1.800.422.4453
Childhelp – provides 24/7 assistance in 170 languages to adults children, and youth with information and questions regarding child abuse. All calls are anonymous and confidential.
1.800.273.8255
National Suicide Prevention Hotline – provides support and assistance 24/7 for anyone feeling depressed, overwhelmed or suicidal.
1.800.799.7233
National Domestic Violence Hotline – national call center that refers to local resources; Spanish plus 160 other languages available; no caller ID used.
1.800.656.4673
National Sexual Assault Hotline – provides referrals for specialized counseling and support groups. The hotline routes call to local sexual assault crisis centers.
1.800.427.2736
National Parent Helpline – helpline for parent and caregiver support.
1.800.373.7888
National Human Trafficking Hotline – confidential toll-free hotline to report trafficking or connect with anti-trafficking services; 24/7; 200 languages; Text also available for survivors - text HELP to BEFREE (233-733) from 3PM-11PM.
743-743
Crisis TextLine - free 24/7 confidential text message service for people in crisis. Text HOME to 741-741 in the United States.
1.800.786.2929
National Runaway Safeline – provides crisis and support services for homeless and runaway youth in the United States.
LOCAL HOTLINES:
1-855-503-SAFE (7233)
Childline – report suspected child abuse or neglect in Oregon.
541-266-6700
Coos Health & Wellness - Mental health assistance
541-266-6700
Bay Area Hospital- Local health care and medical services.
OR 211
Dial 211 from any phone for free local health and human service information and referrals. 211 can help with children and youth services, support groups, education, food, shelter, clothing & much more. Available 24/7.
Tips for Cleaning Electronic Devices
Recommendations for Cleaning Your Electronics
We have heard often during this health crisis to wash our hands, but we need to clean the electronics we touch as well. Here are some recommendations to use to keep devices from passing along the virus:
Phones & Tablets:
Wash/Sanitize your hands before cleaning your devices.
Unplug your phone or tablet before cleaning.
Never spay cleaner on your device. The moisture can damage the equipment and go where it was not intended.
Use a soft dry cloth. Paper products can damage the screen.
Never submerge device into water or other liquids.
Check the instructions for your device: Apple products instructions (https://apple.co/39UGM7V) ,Samsung Site instructions (http://bit.ly/2w3MSEi) both recommend using 70% isopropyl alcohol or Clorox wipes. All recommend spraying onto a soft, non-abrasive cloth, never the device.
Do not use pure alcohol, bleach, or vinegar. They are too harsh and may actually damage the device.
Computers, Mice, Keyboards, etc.:
Wash/Sanitize your hands before cleaning your devices.
Unplug and remove batteries, if possible.
Spray into a soft cloth, never directly onto the device.
Don’t use paper products to wipe. They are too abrasive.
Never submerge the device into water or other liquids.
Use 70% isopropyl or Clorox wipes for best results. Clorox wipes will be damp when they are removed from the container. Be sure to let the wipe dry slightly before cleaning the keyboard or touchpad on a laptop. This will ensure that the keyboard is not damaged by excess solution entering the device.
Follow up with a microfiber clearning cloth (used for cleaning glasses) or a soft tissue to remove excess fluid.
Again, do not use pure alcohol, bleach, or vinegar. They are too harsh and may actually damage the device.