03/13/2020

Hello Kindergators, 

I know this is a crazy time and we are all working very hard to do what is best for our families and students. I am attaching the letter I am emailing and a few other things here. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to me (melissa.wilkinson@cobbk12.org)

Dear Kindergarten Parents,

Due to the school closures related to COVID-19, we are now moving to a digital learning plan in order to continue our learning.

Each day your child should:

• Complete at least 10 minutes or a lesson on ReadingEggs or read on Raz-Kids and complete quizzes 
• Complete at least 10 minutes or a lesson on MathSeeds or Dreambox
• Read a story with your family

·       Write a sentence or more about your favorite part of the story in a journal or on a piece of paper.

• Work on the homework for the week which will be posted Monday March 16^th by 9:00 am.
• If your child attended school on Friday March 13th you can also complete part of the packet that was sent home as well. 

While we operate this digital learning plan, please keep the following things in mind:

• Kindergarten teachers will post/email assignments daily for students. 

• Emails and Blog Posts will go out by 9:00am each school day we are using this digital learning schedule. 
• Assignments will be up to a 1 hour total for all subject areas. 

• Virtual office hours will be offered each weekday we are operating under this digital learning schedule. The elementary teacher virtual hours will be from 9:00am - 10:30am. This time will be used for answering questions, communicating with you and your student, and providing feedback as needed. We will be available via email during this time.
• Communicate directly with your child's teacher if you have a question concerning an assignment. Please continue to use their preferred means of communication while we use this online learning plan. 
• Students have accessed all of the above digital tools (ReadingEggs, Raz-Kids, MathSeeds and Dreambox) throughout the school year but if you need their login information email your child’s teacher during their virtual hours from 9:00am -10:30am.
• Check out the following YouTube channels for fun educational videos and songs we use as well. 

·       Jack Hartmann
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVcQH8A634mauPrGbWs7QlQ

·       Have Fun Teaching
https://www.youtube.com/user/havefunteaching

·       ​TurtleDiaryhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYRRKA07mLG8fpkDqhJXZAg
 

Please make sure you share our digital learning plan with your child so they understand what we are going to be working with during this time. 

Thank you for your support as we embark on this digital journey. We are excited that the learning will continue and are looking forward to the opportunity to be back together soon. 

Wishing each of you health during this time. You are all in our thoughts!

Sincerely, 

Kindergarten Teachers

Be sure to check out the specials teachers blogs as well for some things to do with your children as they will be posting things as well. They will also be available during the hours of 9:00am-10:30pm.

I am also adding on here some information that was given to us about internet options. 

Comcast is offering an internet essentials package FREE for 60 days. Click link below for more information:

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Low-Cost or Free Internet Plans

Access by AT&T: A low-cost wireless home internet plan for low-income households. Access by AT&T provides high-speed internet service for $5-$10 per month. At least one person of your household should receive SSI or SNAP benefits to be qualified.

Go online:

https://www.att.com/shop/internet/access/#!/

OR

Call AT&T @  855.220.5211

Comcast Internet Essentials: Offers affordable home internet service for just $9.95 per month– with no contract, credit check or installation fees. You automatically qualify for the Internet Essentials package if your child participates in the school lunch program, you are receiving HUD housing assistance, a low-income senior, a community college student in Colorado or Illinois or a verified low-income veteran. You will also have the option to purchase a laptop or desktop computer for only $149.

Online: https://internetessentials.com/

Call : No direct number for this program; must login to enter phone number and receive a call from an agent

Spectrum Internet Assist- Provides affordable high-speed internet connection to low-income families, students and seniors for just $14.99 per month.

PCs for People: A nonprofit organization that provides low-cost computers and free or affordable internet connection for low-income households. Potential recipients must be living below the 200% poverty level and currently enrolled in a government assistance program. PC for people offers high-speed internet for only $11.25 per month with no credit check or hidden fees. You will also be eligible to receive affordable PC or laptop repair for as low $25.

Online: https://www.spectrum.com/browse/content/spectrum-internet-assist

Call : 1-855-243-8892