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Welcome to our SJPS Parent Orientation
For Long Distance Learning
March 25, 2020
DIOCESE OF HONOLULU PRAYER FOR THE COVID-19 CORONA VIRUS PANDEMIC [by Bishop Larry Silva; March 12, 2020]
Dear God of all the living, you sent your Son Jesus to heal us from illness and sin. We turn to his healing
power in this time of anxiety over the pandemic of this potentially deadly virus. St. Damien and St.
Marianne Cope dedicated their lives to service of those who had an infectious disease. St. Marianne Cope
said, “I am not afraid of any disease,” because she was confident of your power to save. At the same time,
she took prudent precautions of hygiene to assure that she and her Sisters would not be infected. Let us
learn from this example to put our trust in you to save us from the ravages of disease and to take prudent
measures to prevent its spread. Guide us to know when to isolate ourselves from the possibility of infection,
but never let anyone be left without the care and concern of others in the community.
As our Diocese of Honolulu has been dedicated to the Divine Mercy,
we pray with confidence, “Jesus, I trust in you.”
HOW TO PREPARE FOR EXTENDED SCHOOL CLOSINGS—AND NOT LOSE YOUR MIND
BY LIZ FARIA https://www.upworthy.com/tips-for-parents-coronavirus
Create a Specific Learning Environment
● Your home already is a safe caring family environment for learning.● Now provide a special place for daily classroom learning.
○ Table or Desk with good lighting and chair○ Allow some flexible seating if needed○ Supplies: Tech tool, paper, pen, pencils, ruler, scissors,
crayons, glue, earphones for tech tool if needed○ For safety reasons, always monitor the screen of the tech tool○ Other learning tools that the teacher may request for a specific
lesson
Create a Consistent Specific Visible Time Schedule for Each Child Monday (Sample)
● 7:30 Breakfast● 8:00 Prayer● 8:15 Math● 8:45 Stretch
Break● 9:00
LA/Reading● 10:00 Snack● 10:15 Social
Studies● 10:45 Stretch
Break
KEEP IN MIND1. Prayers throughout the day
Morning prayer to start the dayPrayer before and after mealsAngelus at 12:00 pmEvening prayer
2. Which subject will you have your child begin first? You may possibly start with the subject that is their strength.
3. How much time can your child stay focused and engaged on a lesson? Have some flexibility in the time schedule.
4. Provide short stretch breaks. https://youtu.be/Z8wPtI5bZQc This is a link for Brain Gym, It is a quick short way to take a break and stimulate the brain and body. Choose any other type of short exercise, dance, or free movement.
Monday (Sample)
11:00 Science11:30 Lunch / Enrichment TimeFree Play12:00 Prayer12:15 Religion12:45 Study Period1:30 End of Day
KEEP IN MIND5. After lunch, allow time for some Enrichment Activity such as Art, Music, Journaling, shooting some baskets, or some activity of your child’s choosing.6. 12:00 pm prayer: Angelus7. Study period can be used for extra practice in certain subjects, continuing to work on projects, work completion that was not finished earlier.8. In creating a schedule, consider the age of your child, their recommended number of minutes per subject (See Time Chart by clicking link.) https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRP_TE97qT1QB3FNvoupVvjlA8OjtL7qBQ1g1jLpC-ii7Cf2x_WqbWoKZi9UP464TZP0XDRet79bMbW/pub
9. Break times are needed for students and adults.
Create a Consistent Specific Visible Time Schedule for Each Child
1. YouTube for Kids (Free) https://www.youtube.com/kids/
2. Uploads from Jana Alayra An Artist we use in Schoolwide Worship https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=UUdOVna5UHv_vHvtib6qZKUA
3. The Ultimate Guide for Working from Home with Kids Created by Parents Around the Worldhttps://schoolclosures.org/enrichment
4. Celebrating Lent https://www.crsricebowl.org/
Some Possible Resources for Enrichment and Fun
Rules, Expectations, and Points to Consider KEEP IN MIND THE FOLLOWING:1. Have clear behavior expectations and consequences. Have students demonstrate
and consider use of the QUIET SIGNAL. 2. PRAISE. PRAISE, PRAISE EFFORT, GOOD CHOICES, AND ENCOURAGE
POSITIVE STATEMENTS. Everyone is trying their best.3. As done in school, CONSIDER USING THE COLOR CODE CHANGES WHEN
SLEs ARE NOT FOLLOWED. Depending upon their age, allow your child some input for consequences for good and poor choices. The final decision is yours.
4. Students and adults need time to make this adjustment to a new learning environment and schedule for each day. Be patient. Make adjustments to the schedule as needed.
5. Adults and students may experience anxiety, fear, and stress. THUS, MAKE TIME FOR LAUGHTER AND ENJOY DOING SOME THINGS TOGETHER. Pray the rosary as a family, for our leaders, first responders, doctors, nurses, priests, religious, and the poor and vulnerable. Watch a family movie or enjoy a family type game together.
PRACTICE USING THE PLUSPORTAL & OTHER TECH APPS
WATCH & REVIEW HELPFUL VIDEOS AND OTHER RESOURCES
PARENT PRACTICE Thursday to Sunday a. Log into the portal to check your child’s assignments which will be posted by Saturday, March 28th by 1:00 pm. b. Watch the following videos and review other Parent Resources for assistance.
If you experience any technical difficulties, email your child’s teacher and CC Mrs. Velasco at [email protected]. Mrs. Velasco is our IT Director who will assist in troubleshooting the technical issue.
PRACTICE USING THE PLUSPORTAL & OTHER TECH APPS
Watch the following helpful videos for assistance. Click the link.
● PlusPortals Account Activation (Handout) https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSeLJ7pgJX95GviExFkss7JYeyddcpAPr1FdQgJZQ6o_N4Fc8Dv9iJwgp8mOE0kC99m7kJoSZ67Z9GN/pub
● Logging into PlusPortals (Video)https://screencast-o-matic.com/watch/cYerqzyXXi
● Navigating PlusPortals and Daily Assignments (Video)https://screencast-o-matic.com/watch/cYerrZyXzD
● Clever Login Instructions (Handout)https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSt4kEjZjHwBAx12E4ushYlR66zz1J5CM2pSQWZgoQfDPVttVCFSo0NRGQhy4fVDsRNOWTtc5_jiq1z/pub
● Using Mobymax From Home (Handout)https://www.pdfescape.com/shared/?F3698568DBB307F6E97F403586252EFE795AD174E355D5F7
● Google Hangouts Meet (Video) https://screencast-o-matic.com/watch/cYeTb4ykuc
● Introduction to Google Classroom (Video) https://screencast-o-matic.com/watch/cYeTeByaJA
Staying Safe Online● National Cyber Security Alliance https://staysafeonline.org/● Online Teen Safety Guide https://staysafe.org/teens/● Google Privacy and Security
https://edu.google.com/why-google/privacy-security/?modal_active=none
OTHER RESOURCES THAT SOME TEACHERS MAY UTILIZE
● CLASSROOM TEACHER● Ms. Sandobal [email protected]● Mrs. Cashman [email protected]● Mrs. Velasco [email protected]● Mrs. Yamashiro [email protected]● Sister Mark Berdin, OP [email protected]● Mr. Kawamata [email protected]
IMPORTANT LIST OF CONTACTS
Everyone Is Doing Their Best!We appreciate every moment and all the effort you are contributing to your child’s learning. As parents, you are the primary educator of your child. Through your thoughts, words, and actions you are a daily model who is teaching your child by example the way to be a Morally Responsible Citizen, Effective Communicator, Active Christian, and Life Long Learner (SLEs). How have you learned to be faithful and resilient in challenging times? Do you pause to Thank God for the blessing of another day or any event that may not appear as a blessing at first, but it actually could be? During this Lenten Season, we are especially called to remember the great loving sacrifice Jesus Christ made for all of us. God is loving and merciful and will provide us with all that we need to face the daily challenges of each day. Pause to watch this Footprints in the Sand video to remind us how often God carries us upon His shoulders when we may least realize His presence, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_5h-f4OG_E&list=PLT4Fl1Zmboou2CD3iValFN4xzqVtyRQPu&index=42&t=0s Let us continue to be centered in Jesus Christ, pausing to surrender and embrace all that God is asking of us. With God, ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE!
St. Joseph … Pray for us.St. Damien and St. Marian….Pray for us.Our Blessed Mother Mary…. Pray for us.
Jesus I Trust in You.