Yesterday, the Gardiner School Staff met to determine our path forward in case of a lengthened school closure. Again, going off of the words of the Governor it is highly likely that the schools remain shut down, what is uncertain is for how long. Staff prepared for a minimum of two more weeks, knowing that it could be for much longer including for the rest of the year. Elementary parents, you should be hearing specifics from individual teachers soon, if you haven’t already. 7-12 parents, Ms. Jones has sent an email outlining the process that 7-12 teachers will be following.
Please be aware that this is not homeschooling, but will require your support. Much of what teachers do is direct instruction, and that is what will be most affected during this time. Teachers are scheduling times to meet via phone, or through other sources with individual students and groups of students. Teachers WANT to teach your children, and are doing their best to figure out how to do so. It is vital that you and your student(s) understand that they will be held accountable for information and skills being taught. Part of the school’s accountability to the State is that we show our students are proficient in the State Standards associated with their grade level. That is going to require all students to do what is asked of them, and some of them may need support at home to do so. Also know that teachers while doing their best to provide pertinent and valuable lessons via a new and challenging format are required to meet the needs of all students. So, what will be required of students in the amount of time and effort will vary greatly with each individual student. Teachers are not trying, nor should they be to fill and 8-hour day. Much of what will be required will be greatly condensed, how much so depends on the individual student. Just know what they are asking is important to develop proficiency in the needed areas, and as required by the State. Elementary Parents: Gardiner Schools is asking that you come to pick up your student’s materials in accordance with the following schedule: Wednesday March 25th: Odd Grades (1,3,5) from 8-12 noon or by appointment with your teacher. Thursday March 26th: Even Grades (K,2,4,6) from 8-12 noon or by appointment with your teacher. ****Teachers will have you students belongings and necessary school materials packed in boxes/bags and ready to be picked up. For those needing Chromebooks, the teachers will have Chromebook use agreement forms for all parents to sign as they pick up their student’s things. We are asking that parents pick up material along the front of the elementary building using the individual outside classroom doors. The 1st, Kinder, 6th, and 4th grade classrooms all have outside doors leading to the parking lot. 2nd grade will use the 1st grade door, 5th grade will use the 6th grade door, and 3rd grade will use the 4th grade door. If you are unfamiliar with which door is which, the teachers will be watching and guiding parents to the appropriate places. 7-12 Parents: Gardiner Schools is asking that you come to pick up your student’s materials in accordance with the following schedule: Wednesday March 25th: Odd Grades (7,9,11) from 1-4 pm or by appointment. Thursday March 26th: Even Grades (8,10,12) from 1-4 pm or by appointment. ****Student’s lockers will be emptied by school staff and packed in boxes/bags and ready for student pickup. Mrs. Eppenstein will be available for students to sign out their instruments as well. Students will be let in 5 JH and 5 HS students at a time. Students should not need more than a few minutes to get their belongings. We also ask that students not congregate in the parking lot. All Parents: We will be offering delivery of school supplies on Friday March 27th. A driver and another school staff member will be delivering supplies in accordance with the following schedule: Valley Route: Corwin Springs- 9am-10am Point of Rocks (East River Rd)- Approximately 10:15 am -11:30 am Mammoth Route: Community Center (old school)- 9 am -10 am Church Parking Lot- Approximately 10:10-11:30 ****The driver and staff member will have Chromebooks and the appropriate forms at the pick-up sites for students needing Chromebooks. I feel as if I am forgetting something, and most likely I am. So, if there are questions feel free to call anytime 406-848-7563, I would be happy to answer whatever I can. Once again, check your emails, and if you have a preferred method of communication other than email, please let us know as well. You should all know, that every single staff member of Gardiner Schools has asked what they can do to help. The entire staff is going above and beyond their duties to serve our students.
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