Overview of Home Learning at the Wentworth CampusIncluding Optional On-Site Instruction

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Overview of Home Learning at Collingwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Phases of the Home Learning Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Our Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Our Core Beliefs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Blended Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

The Wentworth Timetable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

The Online School Day for JK-7 Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

*NEW* The On-Site School Day for JK-7 Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Expectations for Students and Families . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Wentworth Technology Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Digital Literacy, Citizenship & Child Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Comments, Questions or Concerns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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OVERVIEW OF HOME LEARNING AT COLLINGWOOD

Home Learning at Collingwood is designed to provide continuity, to ensure continued progress toward established learning targets for all our students, and to foster the relationships between students, families, and teachers that positively impact student learning. In keeping with Collingwood’s commitment to exceptional education, Home Learning experiences are developed to be robust and meaningful.

PHASES OF THE HOME LEARNING PLAN

The phased learning plan diagrammed below may evolve differently depending on the COVID-19 situation and the direction we receive from the Ministries of Education and Health.

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OUR VALUES

Aligned with the core values of our school, we will follow a framework of Home Learning that focuses on:Community -- We will maintain close contact with all students and families and continue to support the mental, physical, and emotional wellness of our community.Curiosity -- We will explore a variety of online resources, new approaches to learning and reflect on how learning is working for students and faculty.Courage -- We will practice patience, not perfection and embrace the inevitable mistakes and challenges that we will face as opportunities for our own learning.

OUR CORE BELIEFS

• Student wellness is at the core of all we do and essential learning is key; teachers will focus on the most relevant skills and content for success.

• Relationships are central to learning; although a variety of online learning methods will be employed, students will see their teachers “face-to-face” on a regular basis. Students may also use online tools to connect for study and group work and have access to some on-site experiences.

• Engagement and connection will be the focus of our Home Learning programme. • Assessment tasks will look different online; teachers will provide opportunities for students

to show their understanding in a way that requires real application of the material and explore alternate ways to summatively assess learning.

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BLENDED LEARNING

At Wentworth, we will use a “blended” approach of synchronous and asynchronous learning opportunities in order to ensure that options are available to families in a variety of circumstances. In all cases, teachers will support experiential learning that includes creation, experimentation, hands-on learning and reflection. In addition to supporting the building of specific academic skills, teachers will prioritize and encourage time that is dedicated to connecting with family members, reading books, playing games, and spending time outdoors.

The following tools for use in home learning may include but are not limited to:• Seesaw• Google Classroom• Video Conferencing (Google Meet, Zoom for GSuite)• Screencasts• Online Chat (Meet Conversations) • Online videos (YouTube, Khan Academy, Ted-Ed)• Flipgrid• Video mini-lesson (from iPad, phone or webcam)• Online simulation and animations (Gizmos) • Website resources• Text and visuals (Google Docs, Slides, etc.)

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THE WENTWORTH TIMETABLE

Wentworth will observe a timetable as outlined below, purposely built for flexibility to meet the variety of contexts that our families find themselves in at this time. Students will have the opportunity to check-in on a daily basis with their teachers and classmates twice each day. These are encouraged, but are not required. Teachers will share lessons aligned to the BC curriculum through SeeSaw (JK-3) or Google Classroom (4-7), prioritizing English Language Arts and mathematics. Details specific to grade levels will be shared by homeroom teachers through email and posted on class websites. Our Wentworth community will have “Quiet Hour” everyday between 12pm-1pm to support the wellbeing of everyone in our community. No online communication will take place during this time.

Wentworth “Odd Grades”

Monday(on campus)

Tuesday(on campus)

Wednesday(at home)

Thursday(at home)

Friday(at home)

8:30-9:30 staggered

arrival

Community and Connections Staggered On-Site Entry

Grades 1, 3, 5

Community and ConnectionsGoogle Meet Sessions for 1, 3, 5

9:30-11:00

On-Site classes in half groups

30 minute staggered outdoor play for grade groups

Assembly

“Fab Five”

10:30-11:00 - Session 1

11:15-11:45 -Session 2

”Live SessionsSmall Group/Individual Meetings

Office Hours

(as scheduled by grade teams)11:00-12:00 On-Site classes in half groups

12:00-1:00 Lunch and 30 minute staggered outdoor play for grade groups

Quiet Hour

1:00-1:30

Community and Connections

Service Learning Opportunities

Community and ConnectionsGoogle Meet Sessions for 1, 3, 51:30-2:30 On-Site classes in half groups

2:30-3:30Staggered Dismissal

Grades 1, 3, 5

”Live SessionsSmall Group/Individual Meetings

Office Hours

(as scheduled by grade teams)

**Asynchronous material will be available for students through SeeSaw or Google Classroom all five days. Synchronous Google Meets will be available to students three days each week (and possibly all five days depending on student numbers on-site).

Timetable: Grades 1, 3 and 5

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Wentworth “Even Grades”

Monday(at home)

Tuesday(at home)

Wednesday(at home)

Thursday(on campus)

Friday(on campus)

8:30-9:30 staggered

arrival

Community and Connections Google Meet Sessions for JK, K, 2, 4

Community and ConnectionsStaggered On-Site Entry

Grades JK, K, 2, 4

9:30-11:00 ”Live SessionsSmall Group/Individual Meetings

Office Hours

(as scheduled by grade teams)

Assembly

“Fab Five”

10:30-11:00 - Session 1

11:15-11:45 -Session 2

On-Site classes in half groups

30 minute staggered outdoor play for grade groups

11:00-12:00 On-Site classes in half groups

12:00-1:00 Quiet HourLunch and 30 minute staggered outdoor play for grade groups1:00-1:30

Community and ConnectionsGoogle Meet Sessions for JK,K, 2, 4 Community and

Connections

Service Learning Opportunities

1:30-2:30 ”Live SessionsSmall Group/Individual Meetings

Office Hours

(as scheduled by grade teams)

On-Site classes in half groups

2:30-3:30Staggered Dismissal

Grades JK, K, 2, 4

Click here to access sample schedules. Please note that arrival and departure times are confirmed, but recess, lunch and activity blocks may be adjusted for specific groups of students.

We will continue to provide our Academic Program for Grades 6-7 through our Home Learning Program and have scheduled specific on-site events that focus on student social interaction and wrap-up activities for the year. For those families that elect to do so, Grade 6 and 7 students will attend these activities on Wednesdays.

Grade 6/7

**Asynchronous material will be available for students through SeeSaw or Google Classroom all five days. Synchronous Google Meets will be available to students three days each week (and possibly all five days depending on student numbers on-site).

Timetable: Grades JK, K, 2, 4

Grade 6 and 7

Grade 2Grade 3

Junior KindergartenKindergartenGrade 1

Grade 4Grade 5

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THE ONLINE SCHOOL DAY FOR WENTWORTH STUDENTS

Face-to-Face Contact:

Homeroom teachers will ensure ongoing check-ins with students and parents. All Intermediate teachers will provide “office hours” where they will be available in a “Google Meet” for small group or personal support. Families may choose to have their child participate in on-site learning at Wentworth two days each week for JK-5 or one day each week for Grade 6/7 beginning June 1st, 2020.

Flexible Options for families:

• Morning and Afternoon “Google Meet” for connection with homeroom teacher and classmates. • Teachers will send a weekly email to families along with a suggested timetable which includes

a link to their Class Google Site.

Primary ( JK-3)

• Homeroom teachers will post daily video messages as well as videos of read-alouds, links and resources on their Class Google Site.

• Teachers will use SeeSaw to post lessons, activities and have students share photos, video messages and responses. We will continue to follow the BC Curriculum, and prioritize the English Language Arts and mathematics big ideas and curricular competencies that have not yet been covered this year.

Intermediate (4-7)

• Homeroom teachers will post daily video messages as well as the schedule of lessons, teacher availability, links and resources on their Class Google Site.

• Lessons and activities will be shared through Google Classroom. Students will be encouraged to post their learning and assignments; and will receive ongoing, personalized feedback from teachers. We will continue to follow the BC Curriculum, and prioritize big ideas and curricular competencies that have not yet been covered this year. Collaborative opportunities for students will be explored and encouraged.

• Math and ELA Teachers will offer lessons (synchronous or asynchronous) three times each week for 20-30 minutes each.

• French, Science and Social Studies teachers will offer lessons (synchronous or asynchronous) twice each week for 20-30 minutes each.

• Inclusive Ed. teachers will connect directly with children and families. OG sessions will continue 3 times each week with children who benefit from intensive support.

Other

• Drama, Design & Tech and Unbounded will not be offered while we are in “Home Learning”.

Note: There are no expectations that the timetable is followed exactly due to a variety of family situations including working parents, language barriers, technology challenges, etc. Lessons will be recorded and posted for viewing at convenient times for families.

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THE ON-SITE SCHOOL DAY FOR WENTWORTH STUDENTS

Overview

Beginning the week of June 1st, 2020, parents may choose to send their children back to school on a gradual and part-time basis. Families will be required to complete a commitment to return that will cover a two-week time period.

Academic Program

• Subjects and Teachers • The on-site program will be aligned with the online program with a focus on English

Language Arts, mathematics and the core competencies• Students will be designated one classroom and one teacher while they are on-site• Class sizes will be reduced to ensure appropriate physical distancing• Note: students may have a different teacher than they have while in the online program and

may be in a different classroom than they had prior to school closure

• Specialists • Students will participate in a daily activity block run by PE teachers (in small groups to

ensure physical distancing) • Teachers for all classes will continue to post lessons on SeeSaw or Google Classroom (with

the exception of PE teachers)

Uniform and Belongings

• Children will wear their Collingwood PE uniform for the full day• All belongings must fit in one backpack and include lunch, a raincoat, a hat, a sweater or

sweatshirt, a full water bottle and other essential items as deemed necessary. Supplies will not be shared among students and will be sanitized after use.

• Students may also bring an iPad, laptop or Chromebook clearly labelled with student’s name• Please note: water fountains, microwaves, refrigerators will not be available for student use.

Grade1, 3, 5

Grade JK, K, 2, 4

Grade 6/7

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THE ON-SITE SCHOOL DAY FOR WENTWORTH STUDENTS

Drop-Off/Pick-Up

• Grade levels will have staggered arrival and dismissal times at designated locations along the traffic circle to ensure physical distancing. Children will be required to open their own car doors and carry their backpack on their back so that their hands are free for sanitizing prior to entering the building

• Families must ensure that they arrive at their designated times and follow drop-off/pick-up procedures as outlined by the school

• No before or after school care will be available for students and there will be no bus service offered.

Outdoor Play

Provincial health officials have encouraged people to spend time outdoors as an essential aspect to health and wellbeing. • Students will have recess breaks throughout the day in designated spaces with small groups of

children • Children will also participate in a daily outdoor activity block run by Physical Education

teachers• Children must come to school with sunscreen previously applied and be able to reapply

themselves as needed

Health and Safety

For more detailed Health and Safety procedures, please click this link • Before entering the building, children will be greeted by a Wentworth faculty member who will

scan their temperature and ensure proper handwashing• Teachers will ensure handwashing throughout the day and monitor physical distancing • Children will use designated single-use washrooms that will be cleaned often throughout the

day• Only students and staff will be allowed to enter the school building• If a child is ill during the day, the school will contact the family and someone must be available

for immediate pick-up• Wearing non-medical masks will be a personal choice for students and teachers• If a child has any current common-cold, influenza, or COVID-19 like symptoms, even if their

symptoms are mild, they will not be permitted to attend in-class instruction

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EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENTS AND FAMILIES

Our school is in a unique situation but want to encourage this as an opportunity for authentic learning for children. Some strategies for parents include:• Take advantage of the learning that presents itself each day. Cooking, gardening, building,

exercising, reading and playing games with your children will give them experiences that will support them in their learning.

• Connect with homeroom teachers daily (if possible). Teachers will be available between 8am and 4pm. Attendance will be taken each day to monitor family engagement. This will include participation in at least one online communication.

• When engaging in “school work”, find a space to work to spread out learning materials.• If there is more than one child in the family, try to create individual space for each sibling.• When participating in a “live” class or conference online, be in a well-lit, public location where

an adult is able to monitor the session.• Begin each class via the “live” camera for attendance to be taken and ensure that only the

student is interacting on screen unless directed otherwise by the teacher (ie. parents and caregivers are not “participating”).

• Ensure that children take frequent breaks away from technology.• Keep lines of communication open with teachers and school administrators.• Adhere to the Collingwood Code of Conduct and Family Code of Conduct.• Practice patience and kindness as this is new learning for all involved.• If your family chooses to participate in on-site instruction, please follow all health and safety

protocols and do not come to school if anyone in the household is ill.

TOOLS TO ENHANCE HOME TEACHING AND HOME LEARNING

As much as possible, teachers will use digital tools and resources your children are already familiar with and can use independently. Please ensure you have a “gmail account” and familiarize yourself with Google Meet for live (synchronous) communication, as well as SeeSaw and/or Google Classroom in order to support your children. Wentworth will share online tutorials and links for support, coordinate “Parent Meets” for questions and connections, will have a Home Learning Parent Help Desk to contact, and will continue our “Parent Education Series” with a focus on Technology Tools used in Home Learning.

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DIGITAL LITERACY AND CITIZENSHIP

Home and Online Learning requires a heightened level of engagement with Digital Literacy and Digital Citizenship so that students have the ability and confidence to learn with digital tools safely, responsibly and effectively.• What Digital Literacy and Citizenship skills are students using?• How is Digital Literacy and Citizenship being explicitly taught and practiced?• How is the use of digital tools emphasising content creation over consumption? (see above -

Opportunities to Create and Do).

For further guidance on how to support students with digital literacy and citizenship, refer to the following documents and websites:• Common Sense Media Digital Citizenship Scope and Sequence• BC’s Digital Literacy Framework• Media Smarts-A Digital Framework for Canadian Schools

QUICK LINKS TO TUTORIALS FOR TECH TOOLS

Tool Description Links & Tutorials

Google MeetAll students

Google Meet-synchronous (live) video conferencing. Google Meet sessions or

segments of sessions may be recorded and can be posted to Google Drive for students to link

to via course pages.

Google Chat -synchronous (live) text messaging tool built into Gmail

Introducing Google Meet

Seesaw JK-3

For posting all learning activities, sharing resources, receiving assessments, class discussions, learner feedback, learning reflections and parent engagement and

communication.

SeeSaw for Families

Google Classroom4-7

Classroom helps students and teachers organize assignments, boost collaboration, and

foster better communication.

Parents Guide to Google Classroom in 2020

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COMMENTS, QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS

We thank you once again for your consistent and unwavering support, your patience and your flexibility as we work together to deliver continuity of learning during this challenging time. Do not hesitate to reach out to our administration and faculty if in need.

Contact us by email if you have questions or concerns:

Home Learning Questions Rheanne Stevens - Director of Teaching, Learning & Innovation

General questions or concernsChristine Stuart - Director of Primary

Ann Walters - Director of Intermediate

Marc Young - Head of Wentworth

Technical SupportHome Learning Help Desk

Gareth Ronald-Jones - Director of Education Technology

Collingwood IT Department

Wellbeing SupportTimber Monteith - Wentworth Counsellor

Janelle Koop - Wentworth CounsellorJessica Sloan - Wentworth Nurse