Dear Ridgefield School District Parents and Guardians,\r\n
\r\nWhile Ridgefield schools are closed, we are partnering with families and the community to support our scholars’ learning while they are home. We are providing this homework packet to assist families in supporting their individual learners while schools are closed.
\r\nIn this packet, you will find hardcopy lessons and activities for use at home. The contents within this packet can be completed without the use of technology or online supports.
\r\nThe purpose of this work is to provide the ability for your child to practice standards they’ve previously been taught this school year. You can support your child’s learning by doing the following:
\r\n● Share the importance of studying and completing schoolwork so they do not experience a gap in learning\r\n
\r\n● Provide space/location to allow for quiet practice of skills\r\n
\r\n● Celebrate the completion of work\r\n
\r\nThe packet can also be accessed on our website HERE.\r\n
\r\nAlthough not required for learning, there are resources referenced in the packet and at the end of the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) to access additional learning online.\r\n
\r\nIn addition to what is provided in this packet, individual teachers may offer suggested projects or activities for practice that pertain to their particular class.
\r\nWe embrace our parents and caregivers as vital partners in the education of all our scholars. We care deeply about your child’s academic and social emotional learning. If you have questions or need further support related to this learning packet, please contact 360-619-1300.
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\r\nLong-Term Closure\r\n
\r\nLearning-Related Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\r\n
\r\nWhat if my child does not have access to technology (a computing device or internet)?
\r\n● This packet was designed to be completed without the use of technology. In the event you do have internet access, there are extension activities provided.\r\n
\r\nWhat about after-school and extracurricular activities?\r\n
\r\n● At this time all school district related activities are postponed until further notice.\r\n
\r\nWill this change the end of the year, such as the last day of school, and/or graduation?\r\n
\r\n● We will be seeking guidance and following the parameters that are set forth by Washington State’s Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).\r\n
\r\nOur family depends on the Free and Reduced lunch program, what can we do?\r\n
\r\n● We are currently serving to-go sack meals (lunch and breakfast) to our student population ages 0-18 at both elementary schools from 11:00 - 12:00. \r\n
\r\nWhat about my high school child and their grades, transcripts, college entrance, AP/IB/Cambridge exams?\r\n
\r\n● The intention of this packet is for your child to practice previously taught skills and standards. Overall grades, HS transcripts and college entry requirements will not be impacted.\r\n
\r\n● The district will be working in collaboration with organizations to learn whether there will be any accommodations for students.\r\n
\r\n● The packet also contains suggested activities to support your child’s courses including AP, IB, Cambridge test preparation, SAT/ ACT Prep, PSAT follow up/practice, High School and Beyond Plan, and college applications.\r\n
\r\nWhat if my child receives specially designed instruction (i.e. Special Education)?\r\n
\r\n● This packet is being provided solely for the purpose of practicing. In addition, your child’s teacher may offer suggested modifications to support your child in their practice.\r\n
\r\nWhat if my child is receiving English Language Learner (ELL) services?\r\n
\r\n● This packet is being provided solely for the purpose of practicing. \r\n
\r\nHow do I learn more about the coronavirus (COVID-19)? How do I stay updated with the latest information about the school district related to the coronavirus situation?
\r\n● Visit the website for Clark County Public Health at https://www.clark.wa.gov/public-health
\r\n● Center for Disease Control at https://www.cdc.gov/\r\n
\r\n● https://www.esd112.org/coronavirus-resources/\r\n
\r\nWhere can I find additional online resources beyond what’s referenced in the packet:
\r\nOur partners at Curriculum Associates have made available for free printable practice pages for grades K-8. You may find these resources at Supporting Students Away from School: Resources for Educators website, i-Ready.com/AtHome
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Grades K-2
\r\nhttps://www.wilbooks.com/free-resources-free-online-books https://www.starfall.com/h/\r\n
\r\nhttps://www.verywellfamily.com/best-free-educational-websites-for-kids-3129084 https://www.khanacademy.org/\r\n
\r\nOnline Extension for Math or Reading (i-Ready Reading, Math, Imagine Language & Literacy): \r\n
\r\nClever at Home Login Instructions \r\n
\r\nImagine Language & Literacy Login Instructions\r\n
\r\nhttps://clever.com/in/ridgefield \r\n
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\r\nOnline Extension for Second Step Social Emotional Learning: \r\n
\r\nGo to www.secondstep.org to watch videos and access home link activities that help extend social emotional learning skills. From the Second Step website, click on “Create an Account” and enter the activation key for your student’s grade level.\r\n
\r\nKindergarten Activation Key: SSPK FAMI LY70 \r\n
\r\nFirst Grade Activation Key: SSP1 FAMI LY71\r\n
\r\nSecond Grade Activation Key: SSP2 FAMI LY72\r\n
\r\nGrades 3-8
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https://classroommagazines.sch...\r\n
\r\nhttps://www.timeforkids.com/g56/ https://kids.scholastic.com/kids/home/ \r\n
\r\nhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/history/forkids/\r\n
\r\nhttps://www.khanacademy.org/\r\n
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\r\nHuman Body Systems Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEUu-A2wfSE \r\n
\r\nWriting process: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edZkuHHXDlo\r\n
\r\nSBA Practice: https://wa.portal.airast.org/training-tests.stml\r\n
\r\nOnline Extension for Math or Reading (i-Ready Reading, Math, Imagine Learning Language & Literacy): \r\n
\r\nGrades 3-6 Only - Clever at Home Login Instructions \r\n
\r\nGrades 3-6 Only - Imagine Language & Literacy Login Instructions
\r\nhttps://clever.com/in/ridgefield \r\n
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\r\nOnline Extension for Second Step Social Emotional Learning:
\r\nGo to www.secondstep.org to watch videos and access home link activities that help extend social emotional learning skills. From the Second Step website, click on “Create an Account” and enter the activation key for your student’s grade level.\r\n
\r\nThird Grade Activation Key: SSP3 FAMI LY73 \r\n
\r\nFourth Grade Activation Key: SSP4 FAMI LY74\r\n
\r\nFifth Grade Activation Key: SSP5 FAMI LY75
\r\n\r\nGrades 9-12
\r\n● https://kids.scholastic.com/kids/home/Appendix B- High School and Beyond Plan Resources:\r\n
\r\nSAT Prep Resources: Khan Academy
\r\nHow Students Link Their College Board and Khan Academy Accounts:
\r\n1. Go to satpractice.org. Create an account on Khan Academy or sign in to their existing account.\r\n
\r\n2. When prompted, agree to link their Khan Academy and College Board accounts.\r\n
\r\n3. Send their scores.\r\n
\r\nWatch this video to learn how students can link their accounts. If you need help troubleshooting the process:
\r\n● If your students took a PSAT-related exam, watch this video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1I6f51n3-dc to learn how to access those scores to troubleshoot your students' College Board accounts.\r\n
\r\n● You can also call Customer Service for help at: 1-866-433-7728.\r\n
\r\nAdvanced Placement (AP) Resources:
\r\nEnrolled in an AP Course? Join AP Classroom\r\n
\r\nAP Classroom is a suite of digital tools that teachers can use throughout the year to help you prepare for the AP Exam. The tools include personal progress checks with multiple-choice and free- response questions your teacher can unlock for you to receive personalized feedback on the skills and topics you're learning in the course. Your teacher may also assign AP practice or released exam questions using the AP Question Bank.
\r\n1. Sign and Practice in AP Classroom https://myap.collegeboard.org/login\r\n
\r\n2. Go to your course’s “Exam” page.\r\n
\r\nVisit your course page and go to About the Exam. You’ll find the exam date, details about the exam structure, and exam-taking tips. Go to the AP course index to find your course.\r\n
\r\n3. Scroll to “Exam Preparation” to find all practice materials.\r\n
\r\nYou’ll find resources to help you prepare such as questions from real exams, scoring guidelines, and sample student responses.\r\n
\r\nCan’t access AP Classroom?
\r\n1. Visit https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses\r\n
\r\n2. Click on the AP course you’re enrolled in\r\n
\r\n3. Click on Classroom Resources\r\n
\r\n4. Review course resources\r\n
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