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Millersburg Area Virtual Academy

(MAVA)Parent Orientation

Presented by:Thomas Haupt, SuperintendentEric Petery, Coordinator of Instructional TechnologyJennifer Wicht, Supervisor of Special EducationDavid Shover, MS/HS PrincipalMichael Lyter, Elementary School Principal

August 20, 2020

Orientation Overview

1. Attendance

2. Dress & Grooming Guidelines

3. District Calendar

4. Technology

5. Special Education Services

6. Grading/Eligibility

7. K-2 Program

8. 3-5 Program

9. 6-12 Program

10. Questions?

Attendance

• State Law provides that parents/legal guardians are responsible for ensuring that their student(s) attends school in accordance with the Millersburg Area School District calendar which provides for:

• 181 Days of Instruction• A minimum of 900 hours of instruction for

elementary students• A minimum of 990 hours of instruction for

secondary students

• Circumstances can occur that will keep a student from completing daily lessons and signing into their respective Learning Platform (Seesaw, Google Classroom or Canvas). These types of absences are considered an excused absence upon receipt of a written excuse. Students are expected to work with their teachers to make up any missed work.

• Parents are encouraged to call or email the office to report an absence, but a written/emailed excuse is still required within three days of student’s return to school/remote learning.

Board Policy 221:Dress &

Grooming Guidelines

• Board Policy 221: Dress & Grooming• The Board recognizes that each student's mode

of dress and grooming is a manifestation of personal style and individual preference. The Board will not interfere with the right of students and their parents to make decisions regarding their appearance, except when their choices affect the educational program of the schools or the health and safety of others.

• The Board authorizes the Superintendent to enforce school regulations prohibiting student dress or grooming practices which present a hazard to the health or safety of the student him/herself or to others in the school or which materially interfere with school work, create disorder, or disrupt the educational program.

• Students are encouraged to be reasonable and mature in their clothing choices.

• Expectation: Dress for MAVA like you would dress for school.

District Calendar2020-2021

(Revised August 5, 2020)

Millersburg Area School District Calendar

https://www.mlbgsd.k12.pa.us/cms/lib/PA09000085/Centricity/Domain/1/2020-2021%20District%20Calendar%20rev%208-5-2020.pdf

Technology

Grades K-2• 1:1• District-issued i-Pad• Learning Management System: Seesaw

Grades 3-12• 1:1• District-issued Chromebook• Learning Management System: Google

Classroom or Canvas

• Technology hardware and all District approved software applications will be supported on student devices issued by the District.

• MAVA students will report all issues that they are having with their device to their classroom teacher. Reported issues must include the student’s name, courses that are affected and any other details that will assist the teacher in resolving the problem through the District’s instructional technology Helpdesk.

Special Education

• The Millersburg Area School District is required under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) to ensure educational services to students with disabilities. Students with Individualized Education Plans (IEP) or 504 plans will be accommodated within MAVA. Parents/guardians who believe their child is eligible for special education services should contact the school district for further assistance.

• The school district will work with the parent/guardian and student to ensure proper procedures are followed. Communication between the student, case manager, and online teachers will ensure the student receives the proper accommodations/modifications outlined in the IEP or 504 plan.

• If you need further information regarding special education, please contact Mrs. Jennifer Wicht, Supervisor of Special Education, at 717-692-2108.

Grading & Eligibility

Board Policy 213: Assessment of Student Progress

Elementary Grading

• Report cards shall be issued four (4) times a year.

• Grading information shall include the explanation of grades and achievement levels.

Secondary Grading

• All grades shall be recorded numerically in the teacher's grade book. Tests shall not determine more than sixty percent (60%) of the total grade. Additional grading criteria may include, but not limited to class participation, homework, project, portfolio, teacher observations, etc.

Grading & Eligibility

Extracurricular Activities Eligibility

High School

• A student must pass an equivalent of five and one-quarter (5.25) credits and may not be failing more than two (2) subjects.

Middle School

• A Student who is failing two or more major subjects, or one major subject and two minor subjects is deemed ineligible. • Eligibility will be determined weekly on an accumulated basis from the beginning of each nine (9) weeks marking period.

Elementary ProgramOverview

(K-2)

• Millersburg Area Virtual Academy provides an online elementary program that helps our youngest students acquire the core academic standard skills of reading, writing and mathematics.

• Students in K-2 partner with Millersburg Area teachers, using Seesaw as their online instructional platform, to learn the same core curriculum as their grade-level peers enrolled in the brick and mortar school in the District.

• Students in K–2 require extra support from caring adults at home while learning in an online classroom. Parents/guardians of K-2 students in MAVA are responsible to provide the structure a student needs by establishing and managing the daily routine.

Elementary Program Types of Learning

(K-5)

• Synchronous/Live Learning: Students are required to meet with their MAVA online teacher daily in several chunked, 20-60 minute, synchronous sessions. The parent/guardian attends these sessions as often as possible, sitting outside the camera lens, in order to be aware of what is being taught and understand how to support their child’s learning needs.

• Asynchronous/Independent Learning: Students are required to complete asynchronous assignments during the school day and submit these assignments through their respective Learning Platform.

Elementary Program Parent Support

(K-5)

Parents/guardians of K-5 students can encourage their child’s learning in the following ways:

• Devote time each day to oversee student’s schoolwork

• Support the daily schedule with varied activities during breaks (lunch, recess, etc.)

• Assist with asynchronous lessons/activities and verify that lessons and assignments are completed

• Follow student schedule to ensure student is on track to finish the learning objectives on time

• Communicate with teachers, referring students for help when needed

Elementary: K-1 Sample ScheduleKindergarten Schedule

8:10-8:30 Morning Meeting

8:30-11:00 E.L.A. LessonFour 20-minute lessons and complete asynchronous Language Arts Content

11:00-11:50 Lunch/Recess

11:50-12:35 MathOne 20-minute lesson and complete asynchronous math content

12:35-1:20 Special ClassesGuidance, Music, Art, Phys. Ed., Library (All Asynchronous)

1:20-1:35 Recess Break

1:35-2:50 E.L.A. LessonAsynchronous Language Arts Content

First Grade Schedule


8:30-9:20 E.L.A. LessonOne 20-minute lesson and complete asynchronous Language Arts Content


10:20-11:30 E.L.A. LessonTwo 20-minute lessons and complete asynchronous Language Arts Content




1:20-1:35 Recess Break


Elementary: Grades 2-3 Sample ScheduleSecond Grade


8:20-10:15 E.L.A. LessonOne 20-minute lesson and complete asynchronous Language Arts Content





2:05-2:20 Recess


Third Grade







2:05-2:20 Recess


Elementary: Grades 4 -5 Sample Schedule

Fourth Grade


8:55-10:15 MathOne or more 20-minute lesson(s) and complete asynchronous content.

10:15-10:30 Recess

10:30-11:50 Science/Soc. St.One or more 20-minute lesson(s) and complete asynchronous content.


12:40-2:05 ReadingOne or more 20-minute lesson(s) and complete asynchronous content.

2:05-2:50 Special Classes(All Asynchronous)

Fifth Grade


8:55-10:15 MathOne or more 20-minute lesson(s) and complete asynchronous content.

10:15-10:30 Recess

10:30-11:50 ReadingOne or more 20-minute lesson(s) and complete asynchronous content.


12:40-2:05 Science/Soc.St.One or more 20-minute lesson(s) and complete asynchronous content.

2:05-2:50 Special Classes(All Asynchronous)

Secondary Program Overview

(6-12)

• Millersburg Area Virtual Academy (MAVA) provides an online secondary education program that mirrors our traditional MASD educational offerings.

• Students in grades 6-12 will follow their daily schedule and meet all assignment and assessment due dates.

• Students in grades 6-12 can anticipate devoting between 90 – 180 minutes or more of time to their asynchronous learning experiences per week.

Secondary Program Types of Learning

(6-12)

• Synchronous/Live Learning: Students are required to attend live, daily learning with their MAVA online teacher for 20-42 minute, synchronous sessions.

• Asynchronous/Independent Learning: Students are required to complete independent learning assignments during the school day/evening and submit these assignments, according to due date, through their respective Learning Platform – Google Classroom or Canvas.

Secondary Program Parent Support

(6-12)

Parents/guardians of students in grades 6-12 can encourage their child’s learning in the following ways:

• Monitor student’s attendance by requiring login to the teacher’s Learning Platform by the beginning of each class period

• Verify that lessons and assignments are completed and submitted by the due dates

• Communicate with teachers; empower students to seek help when needed

MIDDLE SCHOOL – 2020-21 with assigned locker times

1st Period (Arrival) (7:40 - 8:05)

Lockers (5 minutes)

Grade 6 – 8:05-8:10 Grade 7 – 8:10-8:15 Grade 8 – 8:15-8:20

1st Period Instruction 8:21 – 9:03

2nd Period 9:05 – 9:47

3rd Period 9:49 – 10:31

4th Period 10:33 – 11:15

5th Period (11:17 – 12:11)

Lockers (4 minutes)


5th Period Instruction 11:29 – 12:11

MS LUNCH 12:11 – 12:39

6th Period 12:41 – 1:23

7th Period 1:25 – 2:07

8th Period (2:09 – 3:05)

Lockers (4 minutes)



DAILY BELL SCHEDULES

HIGH SCHOOL – 2020-21 with assigned locker times

1st Period (Arrival) (7:40 - 8:05)

Lockers (4 minutes)

Grade 12 – 8:05-8:09 / Grade 11 – 8:09-8:13 Grade 10 – 8:13-8:17 / Grade 9 – 8:17-8:21

1st Period Instruction 8:21 – 9:03

2nd Period 9:05 – 9:47

3rd Period 9:49 – 10:31

4th Period (10:33 – 11:27)

Lockers (3 minutes)

Grade 12 – 10:33-10:36 / Grade 11 – 10:36-10:39 Grade 10 – 10:39-10:42 / Grade 9 – 10:42-10:45

4th Period Instruction 10:45- 11:27

HS LUNCH 11:27 – 11:55

5th Period 11:57 – 12:39

6th Period 12:41 – 1:23

7th Period 1:25 – 2:07

8th Period (2:07 – 3:05)

Lockers (4 minutes)

Grade 12 – 2:07-2:11 / Grade 11 – 2:11-2:15 Grade 10 – 2:15-2:19 / Grade 9 – 2:19=2:23


Questions?

• Elementary Program:• Mr. Mike Lyter, Elementary Principal• 717-692-3072• [email protected]

• MS/HS Program:• Mr. Dave Shover, MS/HS Principal• 717-692-2108• [email protected]

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