Welcome to Virtual Open House

September 2020

Ms. AndersonHello everyone! My name is Tyra Anderson and I will be your kindergarten teacher this year.

This year will mark my 6th year teaching for Norfolk Public Schools. I can’t wait to meet all of you when school begins!

Daily Schedule8:30-9:00 Breakfast at home

9:00-9:10 Morning Meeting

9:15-9:25 Shared Reading

9:30-10:10 Small Group Reading

10:15-10:20 Morning Break

10:25-10:50 Guidance

10:55-11:20 Writing

11:30-12:30 Read 14.2, Lunch, Recess

12:35-12:45 Afternoon Meeting

12:50-1:00 Math Whole Group

1:05-1:45 Small Group Math

1:50-1:55 Afternoon Break

1:55-2:20 Science/History

2:25-2:55 ResourceMonday-ArtTuesday-MusicWednesday-MediaThursday-PEFriday-PE

3:00-3:40 Support, Planning, Conferencing

Attendance

• Attendance will be taken every day. If your child cannot attend, a note (email/message) must be written to us through email or Classtag.

• If your child is late, they will be marked tardy.

Zoom• Zoom will be our main platform

for synchronous learning. This means that we will be teaching and interacting LIVE with the students.

• Students will need to use their microphones and video option on their devices.

• Students must also rename their device to their first and last name.

Zoom Frequently Asked Questions Part 1

Zoom Frequently Asked Questions Part 2

Other Various Online Programs

Independent Work Expectations

vStudents are expected to complete assessments independently on. NO help should be given.

vAll other assignments will be considered classwork and some (not all) help can be given, if needed.

vWork needs to be completed and submitted on time.

vWhen help is given on tests and quizzes, data is skewed. This means data will be inaccurate.

ClassTag and Communication Info

§ ClassTag will be our main type of communication for class and for school building announcements and reminders from teachers, PTA, and from the principal. (Emails may also be sent to address specific student information.)

§ You will be able to send and receive messages to us through this app.

§ You will be automatically added to ClassTag through email or through the mobile number we have on file.

§ You must accept the invitation in order to be included and complete the sign in process.

§ Please email us your preferred email address AND mobile number for us to use on ClassTag.

Class Supply ListThese supplies will be needed for the year. The numbers have been adjusted to what they will need if and when we return to school and use online. Any unused

supplies will be sent back home. It is best to buy them now while they are on sale.

Kindergarten School Supply List

2 Composition Notebooks (no spirals)1 3-prong plastic folder2 boxes of #2 pencils1 plastic hard case pencil box12 glue sticks2 boxes of crayons (24 count)4 dry erase markers (black only)1 pair of blunt tip scissors3 boxes of facial tissues1 box Ziplock bags (gallon size)2 12oz bottles of hand sanitizer4 containers of Clorox wipes1 pack of 3x5 index cards1 regular backpack labeled with student name

Virtual School Preparedness Checklist

ü Do you have a device (tablet, laptop, or computer)? If not, please contact the school to check one out. (757)628-2721

ü Do I have a quiet place to listen and learn?ü Do I have all the supplies with me that I need for the school

day in my workspace?ü Do I have my microphone muted and video on when entering

my meeting?ü Am I dressed for school learning?ü Did I rename my device to my first and last name?

PBIS Matrix for Virtual School:

Behavior Calendar(This will be used when we return to school.)

ü Everyday we will send home the Behavior Calendar for you to see, sign, and discuss with your child.

ü Behaviors, other than green, purple, or blue will be annotated in the box for the calendar day.

ü **Please understand that we are very strict in order for the students to understand class/school rules and procedures and to be SAFE, RESPONSIBLE, RESPECTFUL, and KIND.

ü Feel free to write any comments or concerns on the behavior log as well. You may email us through the Willard School website or directly @ tanderson1@nps.k12.va.us

Student Support Staff-Purpose is to minimize learning gaps

-Will be pulling virtual small groups throughout the day-May co-teach lessons with the main teacher

Miss CannonReading Specialist

Mrs. CarterMath Specialist

Mr. SinclairInterventionist

Mrs. TajanInterventionist

Contact Us

• There are several ways to contact us or the school:

• ClassTag message• Email: tanderson1@nps.k12.va.us• School Phone- (757)628-2721

Thank you for attending our Virtual Open House

J Let’s make this a great year for everyone!