Dear Century Panther Families,
I
hope this message finds you and yours doing well. We are starting to hit our
stride with Distance Learning! We are learning each day about new wrinkles and
new challenges that face all of us. We are also learning some helpful tips and
tricks that teachers are continuing to share with each other to improve the
experience for our students.
Here
are some items that will help all:
Attendance
Students
are expected to attend each of their classes, every day. If you are absent, you
will be expected to call the Attendance Office at 328-5110 to report your
absence.
Student Support
Our
Student Outreach Team will begin partnering with teachers, students, and
families as we start identifying students that are struggling. This is a common
practice during face-to-face school. The Student Outreach Team is comprised of
school counselors, equity specialist, resiliency coach, success coaches, and our
social worker.
Students in the Building
A
critical component to our success with Distance Learning is the “Plus Supports”
aspect of our program. Through the efforts of Century staff in collaboration
with Century families, we will work to bring students on campus for
supports/interventions based on individual student need or for completing
projects in some classes (examples: Sports Biology, Graphic Design, and
Woodworking). For most scenarios, the limit will be five students at a time per
visit, per teacher. We may go up to fifteen people in a given space based on
the square footage of the space and the nature of the project. Students will be
expected to self-check for symptoms and not be allowed on campus if they have
any Covid-related symptoms. While on campus, students will need to wear a mask
and adhere to social distancing guidelines. If transportation is a need, we
will work to assist.
Technology
If
you are running into concerns with your technology, please call 328-5101 and we
will be responsive to your needs. We have currently given out all Chromebooks
and hundreds of iPads.
School Materials
We
are still handing out school materials (course specific items) at the main
entrance of the building. If you are still in need, please come to the main
entrance between 7:00am-3:00pm.
Should
you have any question or concerns, please email me directly at chfogarty@rochesterschools.org or 328-5104.
Go
Panthers!
Chris
Fogarty
