Meet & Greet2020-2021

Second Grade

Welcome to Second Grade!

Welcome to the 2020 - 2021 school year.

With new adventures come new opportunities.

Teacher tips (remove from slide)- Introduce yourself very briefly- Say some encouraging words- Let them know you care- Show you support them

Please Share your contact InformationAt this time we ask that you please take a quick moment to go to the chat and click on the link of your homeroom teacher to fill out some important information.

- Ms. Ordaz’s homeroom class: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyitKHrBrUYbPRL3caW5tEahgONT2mXtjVi2aOdI1gziifTQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

- Ms. Leandro’s homeroom class: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyQFAkE5OHfVxeRRd0Sv25_KJw0vnjpqeFxd14ikd5wHSi3g/viewform?usp=sf_link

Meet the teachers

Ana LeandroSpanish teacher

Natalie OrdazEnglish teacher

Meet the teacher● Born in Murcia, Spain.

● Bachelor’s in Education, Spain.● Two years working in a Language

School in London, UK.● Bachelor’s in Psychology, 3 years in

Spain and 1 year in Chicago.● Teacher in a boarding school for 2

years.● Special Needs teacher for 3 years.● I enjoy participating in

marathons with my father, my dog and my family.

● ATM lover

Meet the teacher

Safety● At Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School, a Miami-Dade County

Public Schools district managed charter school, the wellbeing, safety, and health of our children, their families, our employees, and our community are our highest priority.

● After thoughtful and diligent consideration, and in conjunction with guidelines from the CDC and Florida Department of Health, DDCES will begin the 2020 - 2021 school year virtually. Once a physical return commences, DDCES has developed policies and procedures which can help protect students, teachers, administrators, and staff and slow the spread of COVID-19. These policies and procedures have been outlined in our Reopening of Schools Action Plan.

● News/ Covid-19 Webpage: ● COVID-19 NEWS AND UPDATES

Virtual Learning with DDCES

● What is Virtual Learning?

● How does Virtual Learning take place this school year?

Remote Learning Attendance Policy● During Virtual Learning students will adhere to the traditional in

school schedule, yet from the safety of their own homes.● Students are expected to begin the school day by 8:30am and will

remain in school virtually until 4:00 pm. Wednesdays are early release days at 3:00pm.

● Students are to report to their homeroom class via Zoom just as they would when physically reporting to class. Punctuality is important!

● Students will be expected to log out and log in to the different zoom sessions. Teachers will be demonstrating the process to the students on a frequent basis, but we ask that you please practice this task at home before the first day of school. This will ensure a successful transition for all.

● Students are to attend their Zoom class using their full name.

MS. Leandro’s SCHEDULE

MS. Ordaz'S SCHEDULE

SCHEDULES

● Gifted and Intervention will occur and information is forthcoming.

Zoom Classroom

Rules

Zoom Classroom Norms

● The student MUST enter the zoom class using their full name.

● The camera must be focused on the child, so the teacher can see the students full face.

● Be prepared for each class with all your necessary supplies.

● Be sure to work in an area that is free of any distractions.

Zoom Classroom Norms● For the safety of each child, no student will be accepted into

the Zoom class session unless their full name appears. It is recommended that you verify your child's name upon entry.

● If the teachers Zoom freezes/disconnects, the student must place themselves in the waiting room, or leave the Zoom session, and log back in. The teacher will readmit the students to the class upon reconnection

● Students should not share any personal passwords so as to ensure no one other than the parent, student, and teachers have access to their accounts.

Expectations

Grading For the 2020 - 2021 school year, DDCES will be maintaining the traditional grading system. The grading system is as follows:

*Grading Availability

Subject Grades Per WeekMath, Reading, Language Arts, Contenido, Lengua,

Minimum of 2

Science, Social Studies Minimum of 1

Physical Education, Art, Music Minimum of 1

Websites/Links★ DDCES (we also recommend the App)★ Dadeschools★ Wonders★ Think Central★ Savvasrealize (science)★ Seesaw★ i-Ready★ Reflex Math ★ Google Classroom★ Istation ★ Homework

● All web links will be available on our individual teacher website for easy access.

Remote Learning Supply List Composition Notebooks (6)● Lengua● Ciencias Sociales ● Matematicas ● Reading/Language Arts● Math● Science/Social Studies

PencilsErasersConstruction paperScissorsGlueCrayons/Markers/Colored Pencils12 inch ruler

Summer Reading

Select and Read:

• English: Students will read “Dinosaurs Before Dark (Magic Tree House, No.1)”

By: Mary Pope Osborneand. Complete the fictional book report, and bring the

completed book report to school by August 31, 2020.

• Spanish program: Students will read “Astronáutica” By: Carlos Pazos. Please

complete the attached report and submit it to the teacher by August 31, 2020.

• Portuguese Program: Please visit http://www.elefanteletrado.com/br and read

one book. Please complete the attached book report and submit it to the teacher

by August 31, 2020.

Documents/FormsDue to remote learning, our school will be making all schools forms available virtually via our Seesaw websites.

We ask that you please return all forms in a promptly manner.

Volunteer InformationDDCES Volunteers:

At DDCES, our parent volunteers play a crucial role. At this time, however, we will limit volunteering to a virtual mode. Parents may opt to offer their time and expertise via Zoom sessions as required and requested by teachers.

***All Volunteers must be cleared by the school, through the online volunteer website, before having any contact with students. This applies to both in person as well as virtual contact. Ms. Ramirez and Ms. Camacho in the main office can assist with this process.

A Virtual Volunteer orientation will be held on September 3, 2020

Volunteers

•All volunteers must be cleared by Miami Dade County Public Schools. Volunteer Clearance Process

• Meeting Date: 09/03/2020 at 9:00 am

•VOLUNTEERS MUST GO THROUGH PROCESS EVERY YEAR•Steps for volunteer completion

Room Parent Selection Room parents play a vital role in assisting the classroom teacher throughout the School year in various ways. This year we will continue to utilize room parents for each class, as their assistance is vital.

Room Parent Selections will be declared on August 28th, 2020.

If you are interested in playing a vital role in your child's class, be sure to contact your homeroom teacher to express your interest no later than August 26th, 2020.

September 2nd will be the first room parent meeting.

Parent Organizations

• We invite you to learn more about:

PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) SIPA (Spanish International Parent Association)

PIPA (Portuguese International Parent Association)

• Please visit their zooms after meet and greet!

CommunicationBoth Ms. Leandro and Ms. Ordaz will be utilizing Class Dojo as their main form of communication with the parents.

Benefits of Class Dojo:

- Group messages- Individual messages- Stored conversations- Pictures- Videos- Translation option

Phase Two Reopening of Schools Plan

2020-2021

Second Grade

Daily Health ScreeningAll administrators, staff and faculty members will be required to take their temperatures daily prior to commencing the workday. Parents will be responsible for taking their child’s temperature daily prior to the commencement of the school day. Although visitors will have limited access to our campus, once on our grounds, they will be subjected to a temperature check.

As an immediate response to protect the health and safety of our workforce, Downtown Doral Charter Schools will immediately notify all stakeholders if a student or faculty member

has tested positive for COVID-19.

School Policies

While on Campus -Personal Protective Equipment:The use of school approved masks is required for all individuals while on campus. Masks must be used before, during and after school, except while eating or drinking.

Water Bottles:Our school has acquired water bottle fillers, therefore water fountains will not be available. Please provide your child a labeled water bottle to us during class.

Celebrations:Due to our current climate we will not have any type of birthday celebrations (snacks or beverages) this year.

Computer Labs and desktop computers are off limits this year.

Co Curricular Activities

At DDCES, we value and encourage participation in co-curricular activities. Although we intend to provide meaningful opportunities for students to engage in co-curricular pursuits such as drama, chorus, competitive clubs, service clubs and more, the scope and exact nature of those engagements will vary across activities, and these pursuits may look different to ensure the safety of all participants.

Dress Code

Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School has a mandatory uniform policy.

• All school polos, skirts, shorts, pants, and jackets must have the DDCES logo.• The uniform must follow school compliance. • All students must wear closed-toe shoes. • Students must wear belts with all looped pants. For Any questions please refer to the Student/Parent Handbook.

To Purchase Uniforms PLEASE VISIT ***Ibiley Uniforms 10564 SW 8th Street

Miami, Fl

Classroom Rules

Classroom Rules1. Follow Directions2. Be Prepared to Learn3. Always Try My Best4. Listen Attentively5. Use indoor Voices6. Never Give Up

Attendance Policy Attendance is ESSENTIAL to be successful in school!

● After 8:30 AM the student will be considered TARDY.

● Three tardies now equals one detention. *Three detentions will cause student to not attend school event EX: Field trip

● If your child is ABSENT an excused note must be signed and turned in no later than 3 days after the absence.

● You must provide a doctor or a parent note for the absence to be considered excused. Visa concerns are not considered excused absences.

Arrival Procedures Staggered Arrival/Dismissal Procedures:

Drive Thru Drop Off Option for Students: Select teachers, office personnel, safety and security monitors, and administrators will be on hand to ensure the safety of our students. These individuals will remind parents to remain in their cars during drop off and will ensure that students are wearing the required face masks. Students who are dropped off at the drive thru will be asked to access the building through the South side entrance and will be encouraged to retrieve a bagged breakfast made available to them at designated areas.

Pedestrian Option: Students Who Walk to School: Preschool walkers will access the building through the North entrance of the school. Elementary walkers will access the building through the main entrance of the school. Once inside, our safety and security monitors will ensure that all students are wearing their required face masks and will encourage students to retrieve a bagged breakfast made available to them at designated areas.

School Arrival

Staggered Morning Arrival to Encourage Physical Distancing

Students Who Walk to School: Walkers will access the building through the main entrance of the school. Once inside, our safety and security monitors will ensure that all students are wearing their required face masks and will encourage students to retrieve a bagged breakfast made available to them at designated areas. Furthermore, parents will not be able to enter the building due to the safety of all students.

School Arrival

Students Who are Dropped Off via the Drive-Thru: Select teachers, office personnel, safety and security monitors, and administrators will be on hand to ensure the safety of our students. These individuals will remind parents to remain in their cars during drop-off and will ensure that students are wearing the required face masks. Students who are dropped off at the drive-thru will be asked to access the building through the South side entrance and will be encouraged to retrieve a pre-packaged breakfast made available to them at designated areas

School Arrival Staggered School Hours to Encourage Physical Distancing

Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade Students: Arrival is between 8:00 am and 8:15 am. Once on campus, students are to report directly to their classrooms and be ready for instruction. Teachers will await students in their classrooms by 8:00 am.

Third, Fourth, and Fifth Grade Students: Arrival is between 8:15 am and 8:30 am. Once on campus, students are to report directly to their classrooms and be ready for instruction. Teachers will await students in their classrooms by 8:00 am.

School Dismissal

School Wide DismissalThis year we will be implementing School Dismissal Manager, a dismissal software that will be used to facilitate our student departure from campus in which parents will remain in their vehicles and their child will be safely loaded onto his/her vehicle. By using School Dismissal Manager as our dismissal platform, it will prevent students from gathering in large groups to ensure the safety and health of all students.

School Dismissal

Picking up Students Early Prior to Dismissal Parents who choose to pick up their child early prior to dismissal must adhere to all physical distancing protocol established to the greatest extent possible. The parent must remain in his/her car and must call the school’s main office to ensure if there is adequate physical distance to the greatest extent possible to safely enter the building. A face mask must be worn, and your temperature will be taken by office personnel as you enter the main office.

Homework Policy

As per the DDCES Homework Policy:

K & 1st Grade: 30 minutes per night, five days2nd & 3rd Grade: 45 minutes per night, five days

4th and 5th Grade: 60 minutes per night, five days

These times do not reflect the additional 30 minutesof required reading for all students K-5. Participation

in the Dual Language Program and/or Gifted Program often requires additional home learning

assignments on a daily basis.

Lunch Procedures

Lunch will be in the classroom

● This reopening plan ensures the continuity of the provision of free/reduced meals for applicable students in all learning models.

● Pre-packaged lunches will be provided for those who want school lunch

● Each child should bring a small labeled bag with a healthy and quick snack on a daily basis.

● DDCES is a Peanut free school.

Allergies

Please notify us of any medical conditions or allergies your child may have.

Before you go...● Our school will offer virtual aftercare and

enrichment. Be sure to visit the Virtual After School/Before School Care Fair following our meet and greet presentation.

● Please Visit our special Area teacher via Zoom. They are eager to meet you!

Special Area Teachers

● Meet the Student Activity

● We hope to see you at Device Distribution