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AISL Eagles Learn - Remote Learning Guide

We are excited to begin our 2020-2021 school year soon.

Please read the following guidelines in regards to our remote learning program. We have worked hard to create a learning environment that ensures the holistic education of our students while being away from campus.

See you online August 19!

Virtually Connected

Please see some great examples of our remote learning program from the 2019-2020 school year. Through our committment to excellence, our students stayed connected both within and outside of the classroom. We can't wait to see you online soon!

CLASS OF 2020

2020 IB ART EXHIBITION

All of Kayla's pieces were created with heart and passion around a topic she believes is heart-wrenching. Her theme over these 2 years of creating art has shifted many times but the final one she stuck with is something that almost everyone seeing her artwork can relate to in some. way

Our Year Book class captured special moments from the 2019-2020 school year. Enjoy!

Ashuman's thematic overview was “emotions”, but soon changed to “the Human Experience” which is intended to serve a broader scope. Through this change he discovered a through-line that all of his works had (still within the context of The Human Experience)

Here's a round up of what our yearbook class have been engaged in during remote learning.

Leah's works explores cultural identity. Inspired by her childhood, Leah's focus is to not only embody her experiences and cultures but evoke her fascination for their complex nature. Cultures from around the world have shaped her to be the person she is today.

Aadit's body of work explores several ideas surrounding Indian culture and society. Being Indian and growing up there, he drew inspiration from observations and personal connections that he experienced. He explores various conventions and beliefs, from quotidian life existing in Indian society

Our High School Students put together this amazing video for their teachers, in appreciation for all they do!

Please take a moment to enjoy the amazing student work that has come out of the magical world of our arts program, crafted with love by Ms. Grace Dalrymple.

A wonderful example of how our teachers are using multimedia to create interesting and engaging lessons for our students.

Here's a special "thank you" message from our leadership team to all our teachers who are going above and beyond this period. We are proud of you.

A few AISL moms share how remote learning has been going for them.

Take a look at our students and teachers in action!

We cannot put sufficiently into words how proud we are of each and every one of our teachers. You have all stepped up in an unprecedented time and exceeded all expectations.

Thank you for all that you do!

Remote Learning is a Team Effort

In order for our programming to be successful we all need to work together. Below are each of our responsibilities that will ensure we have a balanced and rewarding remote learning experience.

Student Responsibilities

Identify a space in the home to work effectively and successfully
Establish daily routines that follow normal AISL classroom expectations
Regularly monitor online platform to stay abreast of ongoing teacher communication
Comply with AUP (Acceptable Use Policy)- expectations for online safety and etiquette
Actively seek support and clarifications from your teachers, counselors, and principals at AISL as needs arise
Reach out to the Tech Team for any support with online platforms and apps

Teacher Responsibilities

Continue to design teaching and learning around the standards (please note not all standards may be possible to address remotely)
Develop and present quality instruction of new material using both synchronous and asynchronous models; offering whole class, small group and 1:1 instruction
Collect evidence of learning toward standards through remote means
Provide timely and thorough feedback
Engage class(es) in on-going synchronous check-ins
Collaborate with specialist and subject/grade-level teams to manage instructional and student engagement time
Design student engagement with screen time in mind as related to parent involvement, sibling needs, mindfulness and physical activity
Set specific hours to be available to students and parents online

Parent Responsibilities

Act as “content facilitators;” not deliver-ers of instruction
Organize and manage a productive HOME learning environment
Create/clarify boundaries between learning time (at home) and home time
Check in with students regarding home/school communication
Provide opportunities to assist students in processing their learning
Schedule time for quiet and reflection, as well as movement and exercise
Provide opportunities for virtual peer socializing while monitoring for safety
Communicate with teachers regarding content and/or student progress, Tech Team for technology issues and lastly principals for other concerns
Participate in online parent workshops, superintendent/principal meetings, and ongoing surveys to gauge progress and success of remote learning program