DCS has provided detailed information regarding remote learning for parents and students, in the event of a remote learning day. Please click the above link for technical instructions, FAQs, and teacher/student expectations. Students should contact their teachers via email if they have questions or need help.
In the event of a remote learning day, teachers will:
- Post/share information about the day’s learning and assignments by 8:30 a.m. via Remind, student email, or Canvas
- Provide expectations and guidance for the day and review how to communicate with the teacher if needed
- Use Google Meet for help sessions (not required to be held for direct instruction)
- Hold office hours for a minimum of 3 hours for video conferencing. Share these hours with families/students in the morning communication
- Offer asynchronous digital opportunities for continued learning
- Understand that students may have to complete assignments/tasks upon return to school.
- Take attendance daily in PowerSchool. (May adjust attendance based on work completion up to 5 days after returning to school from a remote learning day.
- ESL teachers will share a message by 8:30 a.m. via email with students served that day.
In the event of a remote learning day, students will:
- Check-in for daily attendance
- Contact the teacher or attend office hours if help is needed
- Complete Canvas assignments
- Turn in assignments within 5 days of the remote instruction day
- Students with limited connectivity should contact teachers to request offline assignments
Documents for Support
Remote Learning Preparation for Students & Families
Please visit the DCS website for additional information, resources, and guidance.