Return To School Information: Distance Learning, Hybrid, And More From Palos Verdes High School

Press release from Palos Verdes High School:

March 15, 2021

PVHS Return to School Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I switch from DLA to Hybrid to Hybrid to DLA?

Click here for the form to switch programs

2. What is the deadline to switch programs?

March 26th, 2021

3. Can I split my classes between DLA and Hybrid?

No, all classes need to be either hybrid or DLA

4. What group will my student be in?

All hybrid students will be split into two groups by student last name.

5. When will my student receive in-person instruction?

Students in group 1 will receive in person instruction on Mondays and Tuesdays. Students in group 2 will receive in person instruction on Thursdays and Fridays.

6. What happens on the days that my student is not on campus?

Teachers will be simultaneously streaming their classes so all students not attending in person should log onto their classes at the same time as their normal schedule.

7. Can a student play a sport if they are DLA?

Yes

8. If a teacher is DLA, can the student stay home for that class?

Students should be on campus independent of whether their teacher is DLA or in person. Students will still have access to the teacher from their assigned classroom.

9. What is the hybrid schedule?

Our schedule will follow our same bell schedule as we are using now. See the image below for details or click here to see all of the bell schedules.

10. Are my grades or teachers impacted if I switch programs?

Depending on the availability and space in classes, some teacher changes may be needed. Talk to your counselor for more information.

11. What do I do if I am absent or if I am hybrid and choose to stay home and attend class remotely one day?

Parents or guardians still need to call into the attendance office to report any student absences.

12. Can my student leave campus during lunch?

Students with a 3rd or 6th period class after lunch must remain on campus and are not allowed to leave nor eat lunch in their cars.

13. What protocols are required when on campus?

Students must wear a face covering at all times unless eating or drinking. Students must follow social distancing protocols by staying 6 feet apart. Students must show their "Green" all clear screen to their first or fourth period teacher on campus each morning. Students will have assigned seats in each classroom and are encouraged to use hand washing stations throughout the campus or hand sanitizer that is available in each classroom and office.

14. What should students bring with them to campus?

A laptop or chromebook, paper, pencil, any textbook or class supplies, extra masks, snacks, water

15. What happens on Wednesday?

Wednesday will remain a virtual day for all students and teachers

16. Can I drop off my student on campus?

Yes, see the map below for student entrances to campus

17. Will there be tours for freshmen who have not been on campus yet?

Yes! Stay on the look out for more information coming soon, but tours are tentatively scheduled for April 7th for all students in the Class of 2024 and new transfer students.

18. Are there any parent information sessions?

Yes! Click here to register for the parent webinar on March 25th at 5pm

19. Who do I contact if I still have a questions?

Reach out to your student's counselor who can help answer any questions you still have

20. What happens if my student feels sick?

If your student feels sick or begins to develop symptoms please keep your student home until they better or do not have symptoms.

For the AB Schedule, click here.

For information regarding the updated Attendance Policy for the 2020-2021 school year, click here.

Click here for information about reaching the PVPUSD help desk

Click here for a variety of parent resources including the parent portal, Aeries, online programs, mental health, and more

Student access to their office 365 account including PVPUSD emails:

Students should go to student.pvpusd.net

Login using their studentid@pvpusd.net

Their initial login password is their 6 digit birthday (mmddyy)

Click on Outlook to retrieve all emails

Student access to the PVPUSD Single-Sign On Portal, including PVPUSD emails:

Go to https://portal.pvpusd.net/

Login using their studentid@pvpusd.net

Their initial login password is their 6 digit birthday (mmddyy)

Click on the icon of the program you would like to access

AERIES Help

Click here for print and video help in setting up an AERIES account. This is an opportunity for any parents that need assistance creating their parent web portal account.

If parents have any questions or need assistance, please email: help@pvpusd.net

Also, school offices may receive requests to update a spelling error or telephone #. Parents can only edit emergency contacts, health file updates, and authorizations so that is the reason they may be contacting school offices for a correction.

Google Classroom

Click here for information on how to submit an assignment in Google Classroom

UC Scout

For student access to UC Scout, please go to classroom.ucscout.org

For information on how to set up your student account, registration, and more, please click the links below.

UC Scout Classroom Video Tour

Student Registration Guide

How to Create a Student Account Step by Step Video

APEX

For student access to APEX, please go to apexvs.com

For information on how to set up your student account, accessing classes, and more, please click to watch the video below.

APEX Student Tutorial Video

Schools PLP

For student access to Schools PLP, please go to pvpusd.schoolsplp.com

Wellness Resources

Video: Social Emotional Health for Teens

For technology assistance please reach out to our PVHS Technology Staff

Michael Magallan

magallanm@pvpusd.net

Keith Propst

propstr@pvpusd.net

Tips for supporting your student in virtual learning

Student Login Instructions for the first day of school

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