Distance Learning Plan
Governor Ducey and State Superintendent Hoffman announced the extension of all school closures through the end of this school year. To say that we’re heartbroken not to be seeing you all in person is an understatement, but the good news is that #DistanceLearningwithPIA is well underway and we’re working every day to make it better. One of the questions that we’ve constantly been asking ourselves throughout this year is, “How can we operationalize LOVE?” Right now, for us, this means a few things:
We are committed to making sure that our students continue making authentic connections with their peers and with all PIA staff. Physical distancing is important right now, but emotional closeness is more important than ever. Our school counselor will continue all counseling services and teachers will continue to connect with students in all ways possible. One of our staff members delivers meals and needed school supplies each day and we’ve also asked him to check in with you and make sure your family doesn’t have any needs that you might need assistance with.
We strongly believe that loving our students also means making sure that they keep learning. It is our duty to make sure that every student that is enrolled at our school makes the growth needed to be successful in school and life. That hasn’t changed. We will do what it takes to ensure that each of our students is learning and growing with the support of their teachers.
We know the future is uncertain right now, but the PIA team is deeply committed to our community and our students. We hope to be a great example to students for how to respond during challenging times. We often talk about our core values: Awareness, Belonging, Boldness, Curiosity, and Innovation. This is our opportunity – ALL of us- to lead with them and as we build the future for ourselves and our children.
Follow the link below to enroll your child for the remainder of this school year and next.
Sample Distance Learning Schedule
8:00-8:30
Get Your Day Started
Check Gmail for updates from school
Get materials ready and organized
8:30-9:15
Advisory
Check your Advisory Google Classroom and complete assignment
On designated days, sign in to your LIVE advisory session with your advisory and classmates
9:15-9:30
Brain and Body Break
Go outside to breathe fresh air and stretch
Check in with friends and family
Eat a snack, get a drink of water
Move your body in some way
*check Gmail for updates after break
Teach to One Math
Complete daily lessons
Complete Exit Slip
9:30-11:00
11:00-11:15
Brain and Body Break
*check Gmail for updates after break
11:15-12:00
Complete ELA or EduCurious assignment
Check ELA or EduCurious Google Classroom for assignment
12:00-12:45
Lunch and At-Home Recess
Drink a big glass of water
Move your body in some way
*check Gmail for updates after break
12:45-1:30
Complete ELA or EduCurious assignment
Check ELA or EduCurious Google Classroom for assignment
1:30-1:45
Brain and Body Break
*check Gmail for updates after break
1:45-3:00
Projects
Check Projects Google Classroom for assignment
3:00-3:30
Close Out Your Day
Revisit and read all Google Classroom streams for updates
Check Gmail for updates from school
Email/text/call any of your teachers who you need to contact