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Distance Learning 2.0
On Thursday, Aug. 6, 2020 the district hosted two webinars for parents to introduce Distance Learning 2.0, including the new state requirements for providing internet access, daily live interaction, required daily instructional minutes, weekly student engagement tracking, etc. as well as guidelines, best practices, and norms developed by a working group over the summer. You can view the parent webinars by following the links below:
New State Guidelines for Distance Learning
Senate Bill 98 was passed along with the state budget this summer and contains new requirements and guidance for districts when offering distance learning. These new requirements aim to increase the rigor and structure from what distance learning was in the Spring, and include a requirement to respond to students who do not engage on a regular basis. Key among these new requirements are the following:
- Online access for all students
- Daily live interaction with the teacher and student peers
- Minimum daily instructional minutes
- Daily student participation
- Weekly student engagement tracking
- A focus on key standards
- Implementation of Individualized Education Plan accommodations, modifications (if applicable), and delivery of services
- Designated and integrated English Language Development for English Learners
- Academic support for English Learners, foster youth, youth experiencing homelessness, and other students with learning gaps
Distance Learning 2.0 Resources for Students & Families
Please refer to the linked documents below for more specific information on PCS' plans for distance learning:
Elementary Resources (Grades TK-6)
- Distance Learning Schedule
- Horario de aprendizaje a distancia
- Distance Learning (Zoom) Student Norms
- SeeSaw Training with Penngrove Teacher, Adrienne Olufs
- Google Classroom with Petaluma High Teacher, Kevin Jackson
- What Google Classroom Looks Like on an iPad
Secondary Resources (Grades 7-12)
- Distance Learning Daily Schedule
- Horario de aprendizaje a distancia
- Distance Learning (Zoom) Student Norms
- Google Classroom with Petaluma High Teacher, Kevin Jackson
Is Your Student Experiencing Tech/Device Issues?
Students and families can receive technology support for PCS issued iPads and Chromebooks by sending an email to helpdesk@petk12.org. Please include the following:
- Student’s full name
- Student ID number
- School
- Preferred contact information
- A thorough description of the issue
A representative from the PCS Technology department will make contact and attempt to resolve the issue remotely. If PCS Technology determines that the device needs to be swapped out, they will provide instructions for drop-off/pickup.
Technology Help Videos
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Clever Sign On Information
Single-Sign-On for many Educational Technology programs. Clever log in here with QR code badge or Google (petk12.org account).
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Clever - Español
Single-Sign-On para muchos programas de tecnología educativa. Inicie sesión en https://clever.com/in/petalumacityschools.org con la insignia del código QR o Google (cuenta petk12.org).
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Everyday Math
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Google Classroom Help
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Google Classroom - Español
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SeeSaw Tutorials
SeeSaw's Website contains lots of information and tutorials.
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SeeSaw - Español
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Zoom Information & Resources
Students can join Zoom video conference calls without creating an account. The Zoom app has been pushed out to PCS iPads and Chromebooks. If it is not installed on a PCS iPad, it can be found in Self Service. The Chrome extension can be installed on Chromebooks if the app is not found. For help with Zoom, check out the resources below.
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Zoom - Español
Los estudiantes pueden unirse a las videoconferencias de Zoom sin crear una cuenta. La aplicación Zoom se ha implementado en PCS iPads y Chromebooks. Si no está instalado en un iPad PCS, puede encontrarlo en Autoservicio. La extensión de Chrome se puede instalar en Chromebooks si no se encuentra la aplicación.