Frequently Asked Questions

Virtual Classroom Questions

Starting Monday, April 13th, we are starting distant learning.

What exactly does this mean? For our class, this means that we will try to implement a "normal" school schedule at home. You will need internet access and a device that can connect to the internet. Most aspects of remote learning will be online. If you need to borrow a device or obtain free internet, you have received previous e-mails from the district to help get you what you need. Please let me know if you need this information again, and I will forward it to you.

What do we need to do? First and foremost, please be flexible. We are abruptly changing how we educate our children, and though I feel confident in my technical skills, we are bound to hit some glitches. I will address issues and questions as they arise.

For our students to continue their education, I need them to follow their daily schedule as closely as possible. The times are flexible, but completing the work each day will be imperative to enriching their learning. We will be mainly using our class website, myCNUSD, and Google classroom. Please get comfortable with each of these and check our Google classroom daily (starting on April 13th).

Second, technology is a powerful and useful tool that needs to be monitored. Please monitor your child's internet activity. Since students will be accessing all of these new tools, they will also have the ability to interact with each other. We need to approach this cautiously. For example, we will occasionally have class meetings via Google hangouts, which is similar to FaceTime or Skype. If I hang up, the students can stay on the call and talk to each other or they can even call each other directly. We, the District and I, are not liable for any events of misuse of technology. Please click here to see our Virtual Classroom Expectations.

What's the difference between the class website and Google classroom? Basically, anyone can access and see our class website, whereas the Google classroom is only accessible with a CNUSD account. Students and parents can see the daily schedules on our class site, but they can only access the assignments and turn them in when logged into Google classroom.

How does my child log onto myCNUSD? Click here to get to the district site. At the top, click on the white myCNUSD logo. Username is the student's 6-digit lunch number and their class password (They should know it; if not, e-mail me).

How does my child join Google Classroom? After logging onto their myCNUSD, click on the Pre-K-5th bookmark on the left. Then, click on "G Suite." Join the Google classroom by inputting the code: nke6dei

What are office hours and when are yours? Office hours are when I am sitting in front of my computer ready to assist. Student can message, e-mail, or even video chat with me (with parent permission) for educational purposes only.

My office hours are from 9:00-12:00 pm Monday through Friday. Students and parents may e-mail or message me at any time; I will be checking my e-mails and Remind intermittently throughout the rest of the day.

We're starting on April 13th, but will we be off track in May? Yes, we are trying to get back to our "normal" schedule. As of right now, we are still "tracking off" on April 24th and "tracking on" June 1st. If anything changes, you will be notified.

I have multiple children in my household and limited devices. Are the times on the schedule definite? I completely understand that there may be multiple siblings in a household, so no, the times are not definite. The times should be looked at as a guideline and are flexible with your family schedule, but they need to submit assignments on the day it is due.

Grades and Assignments

What is your grading policy?

Typically, assessments, such as tests, quizzes, and projects, are graded out of a percentage scale, whereas homework and classwork are graded based off of completion.

Where can I get another copy of the Reading Log?

Click here to get a copy of the reading log. Please feel free to print it or write it on a separate piece of paper.

What is your class economy?

Overview

Our class economy consists of students having jobs, paying for rent, and paying fines.

We have several jobs including:

• 2 Accountants
• 4 Police Officers
• 1 Teacher's Assistant
• 1 Custodian
• 1 Postal Carrier
• 1 Light Crew
• 1 Line Leader
• 2 Clerks
• 1 Time Keeper
• 1 Computer Manager
• 1 Attendance Manager

Students pay rent for using their desk, as it simulates the real world. For each month, the rent is $700, but it is always subject to change. They need to pay the rent every 1st of the month.

What if students do not earn a job?

Let me be clear. The job listed above are class jobs to create our class economy. In reality, our children's job is to be students. Therefore, the most important way to earn money is to turn in homework daily. Students can earn $25 a day for homework, but it is all or nothing. This means that they must completed their homework correctly and neatly and turn it on time, otherwise they are fined $25.

How do I or the students keep track of their money?

All of the students have a virtual bank account. Students can check their bank accounts by logging into their Chevalier Bank Inc. account. Each student has their own account and can check it at any time. In their bank accounts, students can see why money was either withdrawn or added to their account.

What is the link to the Chevalier Bank Inc.?

Click here to access accounts.

What happens if the student has extra money?

After rent is paid, students may have extra money. With this extra money, students can purchase different privileges or items. This may include, but is not limited to:

• Homework pass
• Extra Free Time
• Sit next to a friend for a day
• Pick a game that the class will play
• Extra credit test points
• Pencils

What happens if the student goes into debt?

If a student goes into debt (yes, it really happens), then the student needs to work the debt off. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Loss of recess
• Extra assignments
• Picking up trash

How can the student's earn bonus cash?

Student can earn bonus cash in several ways! Remember, bonus cash is in addition to their salary. They do not need a job in order to make their rent every month, but they might not have enough money to purchase privileges. Here are some was students can earn extra class cash (*It should also be noted that only the teacher may give bonus cash):

• Team Points (daily) - various amounts. Each team point is worth $10.
• Helping others- various amounts
• Cleaning up- $30 (daily)
• Bank notes- various amounts. Bank notes are redeemable "checks" that students need to deposit into their accounts.

How do students get fined?

Just as students can earn bonus cash, they can also be fined. Students can be fined in several ways. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Missing homework = $25
• Getting a drink of water during class= $10
• Using the restroom during class = $20
• Forgetting to move attendance magnet = $10
• Not checking mailbox/cubbies before leaving= $30
• Talking while the teacher is talking = various amounts
• Talking during a test or quiz= $500

*I reserve the right to fine accordingly.