September 18, 2020
Harwood Middle and High School families and students,
Over the last two weeks many have stopped to ask us - “so, how is it going?”
As a result of OUR hard work as a community and the tireless efforts the response has continually been “smoother than we could have hoped.”
Thank you for:
your smiles and understanding as you waited in line for the screening
ensuring masks were worn upon arrival
your partnership in navigating Google Classroom and a new zoom schedule
your vigilance to following the guidelines put forth by the state and our district
These collective efforts supported our community in what has been to date - a safe return to school.
On Monday September 21, 2020 we will pivot to a 2-1-2 schedule. This shift to more onsite time will mean more asynchronous time and require our children to grow their self direction skills. To that end - next week will again necessitate patience and flexibility as we adjust. That said, we know, based on the last 2 weeks, that collaboratively we can make this transition a successful one for our children.
In partnership and with gratitude,
Laurie - Co Principal of Harwood Union lgreenberg@huusd.org
Meg - Co Principal of Harwood Union, mmcdonough@huusd.org
Duane- Assistant Principal, dpierson@huusd.org
DEFINITIONS: Please see below for definitions regarding the ongoing language we are using as we describe our schedules and models:
Asynchronous - independent student work time such as homework and practice
On-site learning: occurs when students are physically in a classroom where they engage in learning with social distancing and other health and safety measures in place.
TA - teaching advisory. A time students gather in a small group to focus on social emotional wellbeing.
ELO - Extended Learning Opportunity. This time will be for teachers to meet with students to provide additional support to complete their homework and practice required outside of class time.
The 2-1-2 model means:
Black cohort -
Monday & Tuesday - onsite learning
Wednesday - Teacher Advisory/Extended Learning Opportunities
Thursday & Friday - asynchronous learning
Gold cohort -
Monday & Tuesday - asynchronous learning
Wednesday - Teacher Advisory/Extended Learning Opportunities
Thursday & Friday - onsite learning
PLEASE NOTE: On asynchronous learning days students will be expected to complete a short form from their Teaching advisor. This form will be used to mark their daily attendance.
*When cohorts are not onsite students are expected to complete asynchronous work.
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