Instructional Expectations
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AAPS has instructional expectations for Students, Teachers and Families. These expectations can serve as a guide for supporting students during virtual learning:
Instructional Expectations - Students
- Attend and participate in each synchronous class at the scheduled time. Attendance will be taken and recorded.
- Complete and submit assignments as indicated by the teacher(s) according to established deadlines.
- Monitor the Schoology “Upcoming” agenda to stay on track with classes and deadlines for work submission.
- Monitor work completion by checking the gradebook weekly.
- Ask questions as needed and participate in class discussions and meetings.
- Seek help as needed both during class (if available in chosen instructional model) and during optional support times throughout the week.
- Be patient with oneself and with others as we navigate this phase of teaching and learning together.
- Communicate needs with teachers, administrators and family members.
- Engage with teachers and peers in respectful and responsible ways, abiding by the AAPS Rights and Responsibilities for Students, Teachers, Staff, Parents/Guardians at all times.
- Report any offensive or inappropriate observances or experiences to a teacher or administrator.
Instructional Expectations - Teacher
- Take attendance and record it as soon as possible for each class period.
- Provide daily synchronous and asynchronous instruction during scheduled class times.
- Follow the established scope and sequence and team created lessons for each class/course.
- Implement social emotional learning practices as a part of daily morning meeting/advisory periods and as needed.
- Clarify assignments and establish clear deadlines for the submission of assignments.
- Provide meaningful feedback, score assignments and record grades in a timely manner.
- Update the deadlines in the gradebook to reflect accurately on student Schoology “Upcoming” agenda.
- Communicate progress with students and families as needed.
- Monitor participation and assignment submission and communicate concerns to students and families.
- Provide support to students as needed, responding to their questions and needs as soon as possible.
- Establish positive classroom online culture through the establishment of positive, clear expectations and by addressing issues as they emerge swiftly and with care.
- Participate in established TLNs.
- Be patient with oneself and with others as we navigate this phase of teaching and learning together.
- Communicate needs with administrators and the TLN.
- Participate in professional development offerings and communicate these needs to administration.
Instructional Expectations - Families
- Become familiar with the Schoology system to support your child’s learning.
- Monitor student attendance and academic progress through the Schoology system at least weekly
- Set expectations with students by reviewing the Schoology “Upcoming” agenda and providing a quiet space for students to engage in learning daily.
- Ask students each day about their learning and participation, as well as any assignments that are coming due.
- Check the Schoology system for communication and updates from teachers and administrators.
- Communicate questions and needs with teachers and administrators so they can be responsive and supportive of your family. We understand that online learning is a challenge for many of us and we are here to help.
- Be patient with oneself and with others as we navigate this phase of teaching and learning together.
- Report any offensive or inappropriate observances or experiences to a teacher or administrator.