Information for Adapted Learning April 6-17, 2020
Principal Harris' Message to Students and Parents
Principal’s Message:
In these unprecedented times please know that our teachers and staff are working hard to continue the quality education that you expect for your students. Over the past several weeks our teachers have communicated about how your students can complete previously assigned work, improve previously assigned work, or be involved in enrichment activities. We appreciate those who have taken advantage of the opportunities to continue their learning and look forward to getting back to school after spring break.
Beginning Monday, April 6th, we will begin with new content in an online format using the iPads that all students should have received at the beginning of the year. Our primary system for delivering new content will be Canvas, which is our student learning management system. Some teachers may also opt to use Google Classroom if they were using that system prior to our school closure. It will be imperative for students to check their school email and Canvas accounts on a regular basis. For those students without internet connectivity, we will work with you in an alternate manner to continue your education.
Working together, I am confident that we can successfully deliver quality instruction and students can master the learning outcomes established. Communication will be key as we embark on this new adventure.
Detailed information regarding the following items are available on this page:
1.Obtaining technology (if you don’t have it)
2.Technology help (if yours isn’t working)
3.The virtual schedule
4.Adjusted grading window
5.Staff office hours & contact information
6.Obtaining school supplies (if needed)
7.Obtaining musical instruments or other critical items that may have been left at school on Friday, March 13th
If things are not working for you, please let us know so that we can work together to come up with solutions. It is our goal to continue your student’s education the best we can in the online format, while allowing everyone the opportunity to stay safe and well.
Respectfully,
Shannon Harris
NCHS Principal
(307)253-1511
In these unprecedented times please know that our teachers and staff are working hard to continue the quality education that you expect for your students. Over the past several weeks our teachers have communicated about how your students can complete previously assigned work, improve previously assigned work, or be involved in enrichment activities. We appreciate those who have taken advantage of the opportunities to continue their learning and look forward to getting back to school after spring break.
Beginning Monday, April 6th, we will begin with new content in an online format using the iPads that all students should have received at the beginning of the year. Our primary system for delivering new content will be Canvas, which is our student learning management system. Some teachers may also opt to use Google Classroom if they were using that system prior to our school closure. It will be imperative for students to check their school email and Canvas accounts on a regular basis. For those students without internet connectivity, we will work with you in an alternate manner to continue your education.
Working together, I am confident that we can successfully deliver quality instruction and students can master the learning outcomes established. Communication will be key as we embark on this new adventure.
Detailed information regarding the following items are available on this page:
1.Obtaining technology (if you don’t have it)
2.Technology help (if yours isn’t working)
3.The virtual schedule
4.Adjusted grading window
5.Staff office hours & contact information
6.Obtaining school supplies (if needed)
7.Obtaining musical instruments or other critical items that may have been left at school on Friday, March 13th
If things are not working for you, please let us know so that we can work together to come up with solutions. It is our goal to continue your student’s education the best we can in the online format, while allowing everyone the opportunity to stay safe and well.
Respectfully,
Shannon Harris
NCHS Principal
(307)253-1511
NCHS staff will use Canvas or Google Classroom as the learning management system.
Schedule of Classes for April 6-17, 2020
Teachers will be using Canvas (and some may use Google Classroom) to instruct students. Some teachers will be teaching live sessions, in real time, with their students using Zoom, Google Hangout, etc. and some may pre-record their lessons and upload them into Canvas for students to access at their convenience. Students should log into Canvas and check their school G-mail accounts so they are aware how their teachers will be teaching the courses. Since many teachers will be doing live courses, we will follow the following schedule to avoid conflicts:
In summary:
Friday, April 10th is a school holiday.
- Students will attend their A and C blocks on Monday(Orange) and Tuesday(Black)
- Students will also attend MC on Monday
- Students will attend their B and D blocks on Wednesday (Orange) and Thursday (Black)
- Students with a zero-hour class will attend their zero-hour class on Tuesday
Friday, April 10th is a school holiday.
NCHS Adapted Learning Information
Obtaining Technology & School Supplies
If you do not have an iPad, issued by NCHS, you can pick one at NCHS beginning at 7:30a.m. on Monday, April 6th. Acceptance of the device will indicate agreement with the NCSD Electronic Device Agreement, but due to health concerns signatures will not be obtained. In addition, if you need school supplies we are happy to provide those upon request. Please follow the following directions to get the needed technology and supplies while maintaining the social distancing guidelines we have all been asked to follow.
Technology Assistance
If you do not have an iPad, issued by NCHS, you can pick one at NCHS beginning at 7:30a.m. on Monday, April 6th. Acceptance of the device will indicate agreement with the NCSD Electronic Device Agreement, but due to health concerns signatures will not be obtained. In addition, if you need school supplies we are happy to provide those upon request. Please follow the following directions to get the needed technology and supplies while maintaining the social distancing guidelines we have all been asked to follow.
- Enter the bus lane off of Ash Street and pull up to the main doors on the east side of the building. If there is a line, please stay in the line to the right, while keeping the left lane clear for through traffic.
- Pull forward as the line moves.
- When you are one of the first three or four cars someone will approach your car and identify the reason for your visit. They may also ask for identification if you are picking up technology.
- Please remain in your car and they will bring you the needed items.
- If your request requires additional assistance or time, we may ask you to pull into the staff lot while someone fulfills your request, so as to not hold up the technology/supply line.
Technology Assistance
- If you can’t log into your G-mail or Canvas accounts, first make sure that you are using the correct log in information. Unless you have changed it the log on information is:
- User name- This is your 2700 number followed by myncsd.org (e.g. 270012345@myncsd.org)
- Password This is ncsdmm/dd where mm is the two-digit month of your birthday and dd is the two-digit day of your birthday. (e.g. if my birthday was January, 25th my password would be ncsd0125)
- If you are still having issues submit an IT request using the button on your iPad or the button at the top of this page. These requests will be handled as soon as possible.
- If you request a password reset, it will automatically be reset to ncsd12345. You will be prompted to choose a new password.
- If you are unable to log into Infinite Campus (either student or parent) you can also use the IT request button on your iPad to have this reset. The default password for that will also be ncsd12345. You will be prompted to choose a new password.
Faculty Office Hours
All staff will be available when they are not teaching to answer any questions that students and parents might have. Please click the link to see availability and preferred means of contact.
Adjusted Grading Window
Please note that due to the school closure the third quarter grading window has been extended until April 17th. The fourth quarter grading window will run from April 20th-May 22nd. Please make sure you get any missing third quarter work in right away.
Attendance
Please know that students must be online, communicating with their teachers on a regular basis or they will be marked absent. Although the format is different, students must be attending “class” and completing the assigned tasks or their grades and attendance will be impacted.
Obtaining Instruments or Other Critical Items
Please call the school at 253-1700 and let us know of your needs so we can make arrangements to get your instrument, or other item, to you.
Other Information
We know this is new and there will likely be some glitches. Please let us know what is not working for you and your student(s) so we can adjust as needed. We can be reached at 253-1700.
Please note that due to the school closure the third quarter grading window has been extended until April 17th. The fourth quarter grading window will run from April 20th-May 22nd. Please make sure you get any missing third quarter work in right away.
Attendance
Please know that students must be online, communicating with their teachers on a regular basis or they will be marked absent. Although the format is different, students must be attending “class” and completing the assigned tasks or their grades and attendance will be impacted.
Obtaining Instruments or Other Critical Items
Please call the school at 253-1700 and let us know of your needs so we can make arrangements to get your instrument, or other item, to you.
Other Information
We know this is new and there will likely be some glitches. Please let us know what is not working for you and your student(s) so we can adjust as needed. We can be reached at 253-1700.