Reeths-Puffer Board Meeting 12/14/2020 at 5:30 PM: https://zoom.us/j/94666080235?pwd=OUJsVVRQK1ZDSG1mVER3Q0RndVFSUT09
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Good morning Parents and Guardians,
There was no “playbook” for how to “do school” in a pandemic. As such, we’ve researched, learned, implemented, adjusted, succeeded in some cases, and temporarily failed in other cases. One thing we haven’t done is stopped trying to do our best for our kids.
One thing we’ve heard consistently from parents about our “virtual or remote” environment is “We want R-P teachers teaching our kids.”
Well, while it won’t be easy, we have figured out how to make that happen, while still honoring every request for either F2F (face-to-face) or virtual.
If you want to learn the specifics, at the end of this message is a 14 minute YouTube video where I explain what will likely be happening for the 2nd semester. The video was created for us to use as a springboard for preparing for 2nd semester. It is relevant to each of you and your students as you prepare for the 2nd semester, beginning on January 25, 2021.
If you don’t want to watch the video, here is the “gist”: Whether you choose F2F or Virtual, it will be with a Reeths-Puffer teacher. There are multiple ways to accomplish this, and they are spelled out in the video.
IF you fell in love with Edmentum first semester and would be devastated to not have it, we have a limited number of licenses for 2nd semester. You would just need to let your child’s building Principal know that.
Because this is NEW information (R-P teachers teaching virtual), it is only fair to re-survey people to get their choice based upon this new information. Expect a survey to come out from your student’s building Principal this week. I’m asking that you consider your choice and we need 100% of parents to complete the survey. At the deadline of the most recent survey, only 79% of people had made a choice. We can’t make great decisions for kids and staff without accurate information. The survey will literally be one question; F2F or virtual for the 2nd semester.
FOR SPECIFIC DETAILS- Please watch the video
NEXT STEPS- 100% completion of 2nd semester survey
Here is a link to the video: https://youtu.be/co8nul9LHeI
Stay well, Rockets!
Sincerely,
Steve
Good afternoon Rockets,
Every decision we have made to this point about COVID-19 has been based upon data that we have “in hand.” We have not utilized speculative or predictive data, because of our commitment to making decisions based on what we “know.” The Thanksgiving Holiday break has caused us to necessarily reconsider this approach. After numerous conversations and planning sessions with local public health experts, and considering the current COVID-19 state of our county, I have some information to share with you. All of the relevant information can be found in the letter below:
Post Thanksgiving Remote Learning : https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1018729/Post_Thanksgiving_Remote.pdf
Thank you for your continued flexibility.
Stay well, Rockets!
Sincerely,
Steve
Steve Edwards, Superintendent
Apply for meal benefits for your students at LunchApp.com. LunchApp.com will walk you through the process in just a few minutes. Your completed application will be sent to your school district so your children can receive benefits quickly and confidentially.
Be the difference in a student’s life and give back to the community. We’re looking for reading interventionists to help our kindergarten – 3rd graders thrive, and your time helps create a brighter future. Visit mieducationcorps.org for more information and apply to serve with Michigan Education Corps K-3 Reading Corps, or contact your principal for more information.
R-P Elementary moving to remote learning : https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1009419/RPEL_remote.pdf
RP Board Meeting 11/16/2020 @ 5:30 PM: https://zoom.us/j/92738109383?pwd=YmlGNWtEMEtLQTJpVS83UExlTUtmUT09
R-P Intermediate moving to remote learning : https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1006937/Intermediate_Remote__1_.pdf
Nov. 12, 2020 : Middle School and High School remote learning : https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1005324/MS_and_HS_Remote.pdf
Reeths-Puffer HIGH SCHOOL Remote Learning Nov. 2nd - Nov. 6th
RP Board Meeting 10/19/2020 at 5:30 PM: https://zoom.us/j/99187540256?pwd=MDYzRlhxQmFMeUNKZ0JSVGNacG1VZz09
We are asking ALL Reeths-Puffer families to complete our lunch application at https://www.lunchapp.com/. It may not seem relevant, but significant district funding is tied to this. Please help by completing your application now! **Thank you**
Rocket Virtual Soft Start Schedule : https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/901881/Rocket_Virtual_Soft_Start_Schedule.pdf
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) : https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/899816/FAQ_s_for_reopening.pdf
Please view these documents that provide more information for your families choice to attend Face-To-Face or Rocket Virtual this fall: https://www.reeths-puffer.org/o/rps/browse/161447
Families, please respond to this survey to help us understand your transportation and child care needs.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQRees1CKRBzSVm-5GnwZIDqfMmxrbSPXZ__NBmQIFd2KRPg/viewform?usp=sf_link
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) regarding back to school - https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/835737/FAQ_s_regarding_back_to_school.pdf
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