MCPS Remote Learning: What Students Should Expect For Week 2

BETHESDA, MD — Week two of online classes start Monday for Montgomery County Public Schools students.

The first week focused more on addressing the "academic and social-emotional needs of our 166,000 students" and getting everyone familiarized with the new learning model, MCPS said.

Next week will be more structured. But how classes are structured will depend on the school and the student's grade level.

"As a reminder, online learning plans will not follow the schedule of a typical school day. Schools will post specific schedules on their websites by Monday, April 6," MCPS wrote in a message to students and families.

"Although specific schedules may differ from school to school," MCPS continued, "they will ensure all students have the opportunity to continue to progress in their courses; receive regular guidance and support from their teachers; and access any other social-emotional supports they may need. Just like in our traditional classrooms, our teachers will use the approach that works best for students."

Here's what to expect for week two, according to MCPS:

For Parents and Guardians of Elementary Students

Students and families will receive more information from their teachers about how to access materials and other content through platforms such as myMCPS Classroom, Google Classroom, and email messages.

Teachers will be sending messages, instructions, and assignments primarily through those existing platforms.

Monday, April 6

• Math lesson
• If your child receives English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) services, they will participate in an ESOL lesson related to math

Tuesday, April 7

• Live literacy lesson
• Time to connect with teachers during virtual office hours (i.e., continued guidance, support, reteaching)
• Time to check in with school counselor for social-emotional support

Wednesday, April 8

• Math lesson
• Time to check in with school counselor for social-emotional support

What else to expect for Week No. 2:

• Art, music, and physical education lessons
• Weekly class meetings with homeroom teacher

Thursday, April 9

• NO SCHOOL

Friday, April 3

• NO SCHOOL

Important Note: On Friday, pre-K and Head Start students can pick up their hard copy packets at MCPS meal distribution sites. Same goes for elementary students who need to pick up Eureka Math packets. These materials are for students who cannot access the lessons online.

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For Parents and Guardians of Middle and High School Students

The third marking period ends on Friday, April 17.

Students and families will receive more information from their teachers about how to access materials and other content through platforms such as myMCPS Classroom, Google Classroom, and email messages.

Teachers will be sending messages, instructions, and assignments primarily through those existing platforms.

Students who attend Thomas Edison High School of Technology or are in career, technical education, and other specialized programs: teachers will also be contacting you with more information.

Monday, April 6

• Receive more information from teachers about finishing the third marking period in each course
• Completing assignments in each class
• Get a schedule of teacher's virtual office hours for Tuesday and Wednesday

Tuesday, April 7

• Classwork in the A.M.
• Check in with teachers during office hours in the P.M. (not mandatory)

Wednesday, April 8

• Classwork in the A.M.
• Check in with teachers during office hours in the P.M. (not mandatory)

Thursday, April 9

• NO SCHOOL

Friday, April 3

• NO SCHOOL

Important Note: Students will still have access to their case managers and special education teachers. English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) teachers, counselors, paraeducators, pupil personnel workers, and other staff will also continue to connect with students and their families.

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