Good Morning,
My school is closed until at least April 13th. We normally offer 1, 2, 3, or 4 day, half day, parent participation programs. I am going to be posting resources to my families three times per week. These will include:
-One circle time video including some movement or other activity led by the teacher
-One story time video
-1 or 2 projects families can do at home with materials they likely have at home
-An outside resource for how to help educate/entertain our children during these challenging times (I have a list of some including online museum offerings and some ideas from the Campaign for a Commercial Free Childhood)
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Sherrie Rose Mayle
Director/Teacher
Campbell Parents' Participation Preschool
Campbell, CA
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Original Message:
Sent: 03-13-2020 01:23 PM
From: Dawn Wilson
Subject: Continuity of Education with School Closure (COVID-19)
Hello!
Like many of you, we are discussing a school closure as we plan with the COVID-19 crisis. We are a PK3 through 12th grade independent school and continued education amid a school closure is the expectation of our community. I am looking for engaging ways to continue with the education of our youngest children without subjecting them to screens too much. I've been thinking about digital storytelling projects and other fun ways for students to engage in their world while practicing social distancing without placing too large a burden on parents during this stressful time. We are also planning on teachers having a video chat with each child a couple of days a week to maintain the relationship. What other thoughts do all of you have and what plans do all of you have in place at your school?
Gratefully,
Dawn
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Dawn Wilson
Head of Lower School
St. Andrew's Episcopal School
Jackson MS
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