May 8, 2020

Hey Vikings!  You've totally GOT THIS!

We know that distance learning is NOT always the best situation to grasp new material, meet with your teachers, and complete assignments....That being said MANY MANY MANY of you have done SO WELL in this new situation and we are VERY proud of you!!!

Here are EASY some ideas, taken from THIS ARTICLE, about being successful during distance learning:

• Check AERIES!  Check your email!
• Don't procrastinate!
• Make a visible agenda (on whiteboard, construction paper) for the day (8:30, wake up; 8:50 Daily Announcements; 9-10 work on math, etc) 
• Don't be afraid to ask questions!  Email your teachers!  They check it!
• Use your online resources!  Did you know that TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram all have tutors available to help with certain subjects???
• Actively participate, regardless of the grading policy!
• Take an interest in your teachers!  Ask them how they are doing!

ATTENTION CURRENT 6TH GRADERS:

Please turn in a copy of your child's immunization record showing that they have received the T.dap immunization on or after their 7th birthday to the nurses's office!  They MUST have proof of receiving two Varicella immunizations as well!  Proof of receiving these immunizations must be received BEFORE your student can pick up their 7th grade schedule or attend 7th grade!!!  Call our nurses's office at 863-7375 if you have questions!

The current grading policy change for this progress report is based on the policy that was agreed upon by FSUSD and the teacher's union (FSUTA) over this past weekend.  It states: Students shall be "held harmless" and will not receive a lesser grade than their grade when the last official district grading mark was provided, and may improve their grade as a result of engaging in distance learning after the last official grading period (2/28/20).  This aligns with the State Superintendent of Public Instructions' (SSPI) recent statements that assessments should not be used during this time as a summative measure, but rather as a formative measure to gauge instruction and areas where students may need support.  Following further guidance from the California Department of Education (CDE), SSPI, or Governor, the parties will meet again to determine additional options for grading to ensure equity.