9-17-20

“This is a wonderful day. I have never seen this one before.”

-Maya Angelou

Good Evening Team and Family –

*Exhales*...Wow, day # 3 was calming, smooth, and just as every bit exciting as the first two days. I will start off by acknowledging the true marvel that is our ability to be so impressive in our ability to execute at such a high level, while also leaving room for improvement. Classes were lively, teachers looked and sounded confident, and students were hanging on to our every word. At times technology was not so reliable, but we continued to move forward. It was so reassuring to see this, and only confirms the fact that Lyceum is well on its way to becoming a major player in SPS.

As always, thank you for your open and honest feedback in our “broken windows” meetings. These meetings have been the secret ingredient in our ability to improve at such a rapid rate. As we enter day #4, and close out week 1, please refer to the big rocks below:

1. Schedule – Just as a reminder, schedules have been updated (shout out to Ms. Bourdreau) and now include specific info in regards to when synchronous and asynchronous lessons will occur. Please make sure to look through the “cohort” folder in our “All Staff Remote Learning Materials” shared drive. In addition, starting on Monday, please begin incorporating pieces of the breakout schedule in order for students to learn these systems properly.

2. Google Classroom – Shout out to the entire staff for normalizing Google Classroom! This standardization is allowing students to navigate through the tools they need for class with relative ease. Thank you for your continued collaboration.

3. Systems & Procedures– We really have some innovative teachers at Lyceum Prep. Teachers are always adding on to our current systems and procedures by identifying ways to solve problems for our students-like teaching students how to add “pins” to the chat. Our inclusive and collaborative culture is what continues to shine through in allowing us to evolve as a school community. Keep the ideas coming, and thank you for your contributions!

Tomorrow, we will continue visiting more classrooms and providing support as needed. We look forward to seeing everyone. Also, directly after our “broken windows” meeting, we will be wrapping up the week with “shout outs and good news”. Please feel free to send me any feedback or thoughts regarding ways that we can best support you. Thank you for all of your efforts on day #3 – today felt good.

Next Steps & Things to Keep in Mind:

1. STEAM classes will not happen for the first 2 weeks. STEAM teachers place this info in your classroom, and teachers be sure to inform your students

2. Update roster from PowerSchool

3. Students who need assistance with accessing their SLPREP student emails should be directed here

4. SLPREP student emails & phone numbers are located here

5. Add any missing students directly into your Google Classroom by clicking on ‘People”.

6. Students will be able to view any teacher-invitation directly in their Google Classroom

7. Check links, codes, and folders for accuracy before assigning work to students. Direct students who are still having trouble with links to this process

8. Provide language support, and help teachers who might need an extra person (when possible)

9. When conducting parent outreach, please make sure to complete our outreach log here

10. Refer to this document when helping students with questions

11. Teachers, please use this resource to help students navigate the days on their schedule that are synchronous vs asynchronous (add this to your Google Classrooms)

12. Here are some scripted answers that you can use in the event you need to begin responding to parent questions about technology Scripted Answers

13. Rebekah Zayas will provide additional support to Mr. Rodriguez (period 1) and Mr. Follis (periods 6 & 7) for the remainder of the “runway” period

14. Create a Google Classroom for your breakout/small group sections. Please use this document to send invites to your students

One more day to go before we cap off a historic week 1, and well-deserved weekend. As we continue to keep our eyes on the prize, remember to take some time for yourself. Friday is almost here-let’s finish the week strong. Day #4 here we come! #LEVEL-UP

Respectfully,

Dexter Miller