7th-12th Grade Information
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Information in this article:
Trojan Connect Course Catalog: Middle School (7-8)
Trojan Connect Course Catalog: Freshman Academy and High School (9-12)
Setting Up Your Home as a Learning Environment
Edgenuity: FAQs and Resources
Interested families of 7-12 students should review the options available in the course planning guide and communicate their interest on the spring enrollment cards or upon enrollment to Jenks Public Schools.
Trojan Connect Course Catalog: Middle School (7-8)
Trojan Connect Course Catalog: Freshman Academy and High School (9-12)
Setting Up Your Home as a Learning Environment
The key to creating an effective learning environment is to build it collaboratively with your student. The more your student takes ownership in their workspace, the more pride they will take in their daily work. The learning environment goes beyond just the physical workspace, it involves tools students need to take charge of their own learning. For example, students need the boundaries of a set work schedule. Consistency in this schedule sets the structure necessary for students to thrive. If the learning environment is one in which they feel comfortable, have the necessary tools/supplies, and can independently utilize the space, you’ve set the tone for learning and the foundation for growth this school year. As you start the conversation with your student, use the following tips to guide the co-construction of your at-home learning environment.
- Designate a comfortable place free from distractions as a work area for your student.
- Offer structure, such as focus time, to increase engagement and promote progress. Build a daily schedule together and post it!
- Here is an example schedule.
- How can materials be stored in a way that is easy to access? That way when specific materials are needed, finding these resources isn’t a roadblock.
- How is the lighting of the space? Is a lamp needed? Proper lighting for Google Meets promotes accountability and emphasizes the importance of presence in the learning process.
Lastly, ensure your student has access to Wi-Fi and a charged device. If you do not have access to Wi-Fi, a hotspot is available for checkout at the TSI building on Central Campus (location and times on the Technology Help page).
In the virtual learning environment, parents have an active part in their student’s learning process. Although students at the middle and high school level are refining self-regulation skills, accountability from the parent will optimize at-home learning. This support and guidance vary by grade level and by each individual student. For example, a 7th grader may need consistent, side-by-side guidance through the lessons to continue building self-regulation skills. On the other side of the continuum, high school seniors may be able to complete the daily schedule without much accountability from the parent. for understanding and quality work completion. No matter where your student falls on the continuum, parent accountability is a necessary part of the learning process. Parents monitor the daily learning to ensure students are actively working, understanding the content, submitting quality work, and providing additional help when needed. And with our youngest learners, the Learning Guide facilitates learning day-in and day-out. For more information about how to provide this necessary accountability, CLICK HERE.
At-Home Learning: Setting Up The Learning Space
Edgenuitiy: FAQs and Resources
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