Google Meet provides a safe and secure way for your teacher and other educators to host video meetings with you and your classmates in real-time. Google Meet is an approved CPS tool and is in compliance with our Acceptable Use Policies.
This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to join and navigate a Google Meet with your teacher and other educators from a computer or mobile device.
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"Move over, YouTube, there's a new game in town, and guess what? It's totally screen-free. That's right: Podcasts are growing in popularity with families -- and for good reason. They give you an engaging way to connect with kids, no screen required."
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/10-must-listen-podcasts-for-tweens-and-teens "The idea is adapted from We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, a children’s picture book published in 1989, and itself inspired by an old folk song. During the outbreak, it's become a way for parents to encourage children to go on walks during part of the day."
https://www.hpherald.com/news/bear-hunting-becomes-a-breath-of-fresh-air-for-hyde/article_5e0051b0-6ee5-11ea-a806-5b723f4c5383.html bit.ly/HydeParkBearHunt "Concern over this new virus can make children and families anxious. While we don’t know where and to what extent the disease may spread here in the United States, we do know that it is contagious, that the severity of illness can vary from individual to individual, and that there are steps we can take to prevent the spread of infection." "It is very important to remember that children look to adults for guidance on how to react to stressful events. If parents seem overly worried, children’s anxiety may rise. Parents should reassure children that health and school officials are working hard to ensure that people throughout the country stay healthy. However, children also need factual, age appropriate information about the potential seriousness of disease risk and concrete instruction about how to avoid infections and spread of disease. Teaching children positive preventive measures, talking with them about their fears, and giving them a sense of some control over their risk of infection can help reduce anxiety." Please find some parent resources in Korean, Chinese and Spanish attached below ARTICLES How to Talk to Kids about Coronavirus, The New York Times Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus), National Association of School Psychologists VIDEOS Cosmic Kids Yoga Rainbow Breathing Mindful Breathing
Maker Stations provide targeted design thinking challenges for elementary students, emphasizing
skills in engineering, art, math, science, technology, and music. 15 Maker Station options are provided for 3 weeks of daily home activities. Each Maker Station includes simplified supply lists, instructions, scannable QR code resources, and student planning/reflection templates. App extensions are provided for students to share and present creations virtually. Click here for 3 weeks of FREE STEM activities to do at home! To keep your children reading, please also check out https://www.kidsa-z.com/.
1) Teacher's username: amcgehee6 2) Look for their name and click on the icon above their name 3) The password in 1234 Enjoy some at level reading! Students can listen, record themselves reading and take a quiz on the book. It is 100% free. Parents & Students:
I am trying to navigate this time by communicating with you all via the easiest and most convenient way possible. Here are some options: Google Classroom for 3rd/4th graders: jgl5twn (I have sent individual emails to all parents with specific instructions) Google Classroom for 5th/6th graders: ezxwiun (you are already joined, but invite a friend if they might also benefit from some activities!) Google Classroom 7th/8th: fdbmmil (you are already joined, but invite a friend if they might also benefit from some activities!) Dojo for 3rd/4th grade (9 to 10 AM ESL): PJRSTNSS7 Dojo for 1st/2nd/3rd/4th (10 to 11 AM ESL): PCSXS6R8M I also plan to post some resources here! Please email me directly at [email protected] if I can support you in any way! Thanks and stay healthy! Ms McGehee CPS schools are closed due to COVID-19/Las escuelas de CPS están cerradas debido al COVID-193/18/2020 Dear Parents and Families,
The health and wellness of our CPS community is our top priority. Following orders from the state due to the COVID-19 health crisis, all district schools are now closed through Monday, March 30. I recognize the impact this closure will have on our community, and I know it will greatly burden our students, staff, and working families who rely on our schools. COVID-19 will not stop our work on behalf of children, and we are here to support you. Here are several important reminders: School Building Access and Food Assistance for Families
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I encourage families to stay home unless seeking medical care. For the most reliable information, please visit www.chicago.gov/coronavirus or www.cdc.gov/coronavirus. For school-specific updates, visit www.cps.edu/coronavirus. If you need help locating medical care, please reach out to the CPS Office of Student Health & Wellness at oshw@cps.edu or by calling the Healthy CPS Hotline 773-553-KIDS (5437). This is an unprecedented challenge for all of us, and our team is committed to supporting you however we can. We will continue to keep you updated, and we look forward to welcoming you back to your schools as soon as possible. Janice K. Jackson, EdD Chief Executive Officer Chicago Public SchoolsLas escuelas de CPS están cerradas debido al COVID-19 Estimados padres y familias: La salud y el bienestar de nuestra comunidad de CPS son nuestras máximas prioridades. De acuerdo con las órdenes del estado debido a la crisis sanitaria del COVID-19, todas las escuelas del distrito están cerradas desde el presente día hasta el lunes 30 de marzo. Estoy consciente del impacto que este cierre tendrá en nuestra comunidad, y sé que será una gran carga para nuestros estudiantes, personal y familias trabajadoras que dependen de nuestras escuelas. El COVID-19 no interrumpirá el trabajo que realizamos para los niños, y estamos aquí para apoyarlo. Los siguientes son recordatorios importantes: Acceso al edificio escolar y asistencia alimentaria para las familias
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Este es un reto sin precedente para todos nosotros, y nuestro equipo está comprometido a apoyarlo de cualquier manera posible. Seguiremos poniéndolo al día, y esperamos con ansias darle la bienvenida a la escuela tan pronto sea posible. Janice K. Jackson, EdD Directora Ejecutiva Escuelas Públicas de Chicago |
Mrs. McGeheeSince 2008, I have dedicated my professional life to serving the educational needs of a diverse student body. My Elementary Education Master’s degree is from Northern Illinois University and I am a certified ESL teacher, grades K through 8. I moved to the United States from Ecuador as a child and am personally aware and prepared for the challenges that large transitions can have on students academically. I am also a resident of Hyde Park and am invested in the school and neighborhood communities. Archives
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