Virtual Academy

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• In conjunction with their teachers, the parent/guardian must support their child through the virtual learning process by monitoring their engagement of instruction and their completion of assignments and assessments.
   
• Ensure that their child is present each day and if absent, ensure their child completes all make-up assignments.
   
• Confirm a homework environment for their child so they can successfully learn virtually.
   
• Maintain open communication with teachers and staff.
   
• Ensure your student knows usernames and passwords and encourage active participation. 
   
• Create an appropriate learning space for your student that limits distractions.  
   
• Ensure technology is accessible and utilized appropriately.
   
• Establish a contingency plan for internet delays and outages (e.g., identifying alternate locations with internet access, using backup computers, etc.).  
   
• Maintain communication with your student’s teachers and school personnel. 
   
• Utilize District resources for support. 
   
• Agree to and sign the Student/Parent Contract.
   
• Contact your student’s teachers for assistance when needed. 
   
• Engage your student in conversations regarding assignments and learning activities.    
   
• Support emotional balance by providing time for physical activity and brain breaks

Create a Family Plan for Success
Include routines, schedule, lists of lessons and activities as well as due
dates

Know the Expectations
Details for completing work, contacting the teacher, & online resources

Prepare a Schedule
Organize blocks of time, break times, and list of tasks needing completing

Preview lessons & Assignments
Review the lessons and assignments to make sure students understand what is to be done

Review & Reflect
End the day with time to ask students to share what they have learned

Participate in Live Lessons
Ensure your student attends live, synchronous lessons or class activities that the teacher schedules

Ensure Your Child Knows Your Availability
Clear understandings of when you are and are not available are important and will help you and your child

Organize Your Space
Find space for your student to work that is quiet, easily monitored, and comfortable

Source: Digital Learning Collaborative

• Helping your Child Get Organized
• Parent Resources
• Social Media Resources

Social Media:

• Facebook Group: Parent Support for Online Learning

Articles:

• Statewide Collaborative for Digital Learning Resources
  Nevada Digital Learning
   
• We Love Virtual Learning: Parents, Students Explain Why
  Education Week
   
• An Educator’s Guide to Virtual Learning: 4 Actions to Support Students with Disabilities and Their Families
  National Center for Learning Disabilities
   
• 5 Things Parents Can Do to Support Students Learning Online 
  Edmentum
   
• These Online Learning Tips Will Help Parents Prepare for a Successful School Year Even if It Is Virtual
  USA Today
   
• Time to Talk, Play, and Create: Supporting Children’s Learning at Home
  The Brookings Institute
   
• Evidence-Backed Ways Parents Can Think Like a Teacher to Improve Virtual Learning
  Good Housekeeping