LOYOLA HIGH SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES Edition 2 - April 1, 2020 SCHOOL PROTOCOL FOR DISTANCE LEARNING
2020 | APRIL
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
MISSION Loyola High School of Los Angeles is prepared to continue the formation of men who are loving, open to growth, committed to justice, developing as a leader, religious, and intellectually distinguished in the event of a disruption to on-campus instruction. Loyola faculty are professional, flexible, and determined to create the best academic experience possible via online learning platforms. Digital learning is not an equal substitute for in-person instruction, but we are confident that our faculty and student body are ready to rise to this unique challenge by creating an environment to resume the pursuit of excellence and academic aspirations for all Cubs.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS Asynchronous - students working at their own pace, not at the same time Synchronous - students and teachers working digitally together Landing Page - location where teachers post daily agendas and coursework Canvas - digital learning platform where all assignments are posted PowerSchool - digital platform for attendance and posting grades Video Conferencing - digital platform for "face-to-face" interaction Discussion Board - digital platform for messaging interaction Turnitin - software solution for promoting academic integrity
STRUCTURE OF DISTANCE LEARNING The school day will follow the school calendar as published on the website Instructors will post daily class agendas on their Canvas landing page Classwork and homework assignments will be posted on Canvas Class periods will consist of synchronous and asynchronous activities Attendance will be taken and inputted in Powerschool each period Teachers and students should have interactions within the class period School Protocol for Distance Learning
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School Protocol for Distance Learning
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS Establish a daily routine for the school day Be available to interact with your teacher and/or classmates synchronous with class period meetings according to the published school calendar Check Canvas and email daily Find a distraction-free environment to interact in classes, and complete coursework Communicate with your instructors regularly Submit coursework through Canvas via Turnitin when applicable Uphold academic integrity according to the policies published in the student handbook Schedule breaks for exercise, family time, and off-screen activities Contact your counselor, or trusted adult, for help at curapersonalis@loyolahs.edu
TEACHER EXPECTATIONS Post class agendas, video conference and/or discussion board meeting times, and appropriate links to a Canvas landing page Post assignments with a due date on Canvas Interact synchronously with students for at least 20 minutes within the period window Assign meaningful asynchronous tasks Grade submitted assignments, and input grades, within 3 days of receiving assignments Digital assignments should include a rubric, snd assess basic fundamental skills Be flexible Require students to submit assignments through Canvas via Turnitin when applicable Establish a reliable way to account for attendance for each class period, and record attendance via Powerschool
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY All policies published in the student handbook are in effect and strictly enforced Do not plagiarize Do not work with other students, without the explicit permission of an instructor Do not copy & paste from the internet, use online translators, dictionaries, or other reference materials (teachers will use Turnitin) Be a leader and a man of high integrity UCSD - Academic Integrity in Digital Learning
ATTENDANCE PROCEDURES A student will be considered “present” in a class if there is evidence of daily participation in academically-related activit(ies) during the class period window. All students must log in to the course and complete assignment(s) and/or other activities, at the determination of the instructor. To take accurate attendance teachers will: Establish a criteria of attendance beyond a “here” vs. “not here” process. Log attendance in PowerSchool at the beginning or the end of every period. Email the parents, counselor, and the Dean about any student who develops a pattern of “disengagement” over more than two class periods.
REPORTING ATTENDANCE: ILLNESS, LONG TERM ABSENCES Call the attendance line at Loyola to report an absence at extension 1212 or use PowerSchool's Safe Arrival application to report the absence. Students are responsible for contacting their course instructors to discuss any missed assignments, assessments, or deadline extensions. For a prolonged illness or injury, contact both Mr. Moscicki (Student Health Coordinator) and Mr. Annarelli (Dean of Men) by email.
NORMS OF STUDENT CONDUCT The Student Handbook remains applicable in the online learning environment with an important emphasis on the Responsible Use Policy. Students who are in violation of the Norms of Student Conduct or the Responsible Use Policy will be referred to the Dean and may face disciplinary action. Students should adhere to the following norms of student conduct: Clothing must be "school appropriate" Appropriate body language (sitting upright), proper speech, good hygiene, and paying close attention by listening carefully are expected behaviors Separate yourself from TV, music, games, social media, etc during class Separate yourself from your cell phone unless essential for class participation Do not eat or drink during class (water is the only exception) Your language, images, written reflections, etc are recorded and representative of your character and this institution. The Dean will be notified with any/all concerns Use your Loyola username and password for all required course/school progams
ONLINE LEARNING NETIQUETTE
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GRADING & ASSESSMENTS Loyola teachers have been asked to maintain their PowerSchool Gradebook as they normally would. School leadership understands the difficulty of properly assessing students in an online environment, and will continue to monitor the expectations of colleges, as well as how other high schools decide to award academic grades. Teachers have daily opportunities to investigate various online assessment ideas, and to develop comprehensive rubrics during Virtual Faculty Room Zoom meetings (11:00am-12:00pm). Teachers and students have been working extremely hard in this new world of digital learning. Loyola is determined to award meaningful grades that properly represent the enormous effort put forth by the our students and faculty.
AP EXAMINATIONS For the most up-to-date information regarding AP Exams visit The College Board Updates Covid-19 Loyola AP Exams are optional for 2020 only. Students should fill out the online AP Exam Cancellation Form 2020 if they wish to cancel AP Exams (they will remain enrolled in the AP course). The College Board will give an update on April 3, 2020. The following information has been released: a. 45-minute online free-response exams b. take exams on any smart device c. will only include content covered through early March (Loyola teachers have been asked to continue their AP curriculum) d. students will receive credit for passing scores
PLACEMENT EXAMINATIONS Placement for 2020-21 Honors & AP courses will be determined by a combination of factors including (but not limited to) performance on placement exams, semester grades, grade point average, and teacher recommendations. English placement exams were taken in March Spanish placement exams were taken in March Science does not offer placement exams Fine Arts does not offer placement exams Theology does not offer placement exams Social Science does not offer placement exams Math did not give placement exams. Math course placement for 2020-21 will be determined by: 1st semester grades, GPA, & Teacher Recs Honors/AP Acceptance lists - posted Tue, April 7 Petition for Reconsideration Deadline - Fri, April 24
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ESSENTIAL TECHNOLOGY Google Chrome and/or Mozilla Firefox Respondus Lockdown Browser Improving wifi at home Apple Store Online for Loyola High School
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT OPTIONS Faculty/Staff - Email helpdesk@loyolahs.edu Students - Visit IT Support Portal
ACCEPTED VIDEO CONFERENCING Zoom Google Hangouts Meet Canvas Conferences Twitch
GUIDELINES & TUTORIALS Student Responsible Use Policy Digital Citizenship (Canvas student course) Canvas Instructor Guide Canvas Student Guide Zoom Video Tutorials Google Hangout Meet Guides
RETURN TO SCHOOL Loyola will not return to on-campus instruction until sometime after May 1, 2020. School leadership will implement a Return to School protocol that will include a modified period rotation, and guidelines for assessments and instruction through the end of the academic year. Students will fulfill all academic requirements on time. Graduation ceremonies will continue to be coordinated in accordance with the situation.
MENTAL HEALTH & WELL-BEING FOR STUDENTS Student well-being is our #1 priority. The Counseling Department offers the following insights about dealing with uncertain situations, and ways to promote good mental health. It is ok to feel upset or uncertain. While this is an unprecedented situation in your life, it is important to recognize the goodness around you, and focus on what is in your control. Your mental health and wellness is just as vital as maintaining good grades. Here are a few ideas and suggestions for how to move forward in a positive way: Create a Routine: Get up in time to take a shower, brush your teeth, get dressed appropriately, have breakfast as you usually would. Stay Social: Have lunch with your friends virtually, or while talking on the phone. Schedule group chats and games to be shared communally. Be a Good Student: Participate in the virtual classroom environment and on discussion boards. Interact with classmates and teachers. Take a Break: Set aside time every day for taking care of yourself. Go for a walk, run, meditate, read, or merely rest quietly. Get outside - sunshine is essential! Without appropriate time for breaks, our minds and bodies become overwhelmed, which can lead to burnout. Create Healthy Distractions: It is helpful during times stress and anxiety to create distractions to help deal with things that are out of your control. Take a Deep Breath: When things get challenging, center yourself — breathe. Seek Support: Talk to family, friends, teachers and counselors - recruit them in understanding your needs. Self-advocate, and ask for help when you need it. curapersonalis@loyolahs.edu - For ALL needs during this time. College Deadline Changes (3/24/20) Cialfo SAT - College Board ACT
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CUBS IN NEED Under these extraordinary circumstances in society, students and families may be in need of assistance from our community (i.e. personal illness, family issue, mental health concerns). If you feel the need to reach out to the Loyola administration to divulge a particular hardship for yourself or your family, please send an email to: curapersonalis@loyolahs.edu
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MENTAL HEALTH & WELL-BEING FOR ADULTS The Loyola adult community should also practice techniques in lowering stress, and prioritizing mental health. In addition to the aforementioned methods in the Mental Health for Students section, parents, faculty, and staff can benefit from the following activities: Limit your family’s exposure to news coverage of the event, including social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting. Take time to talk with your family about the COVID-19 outbreak. Answer questions and share facts about COVID-19 in a way that is honest, and understandable for your teen. Share with your son how you deal with your own stress so that they can learn how to cope from you. Try to keep a regular routine. Create a schedule for learning activities along with fun and relaxing activities. Take care of your body. Take deep breaths, stretch, exercise, eat healthy, get plenty of sleep and avoid alcohol or drugs. Make time to unwind. Try to do some activities you enjoy. Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling. Connect with your friends and family members. Take breaks, get plenty of sleep, exercise, and eat well.
ARTICLES FOR MAINTAINING MENTAL HEALTH “How teenagers can protect their mental health during coronavirus (COVID-19)” NASP Online: Helping Children Cope With Changes Resulting From COVID-19 “Being Mindful of Your Mental Health During the COVID 19 Outbreak”: CDC: “Stress and Coping”:
LOYOLA COUNSELING DEPARTMENT DIRECTORY Paul Jordan - Director Daryl Crowley Michael Denison Kelly Farland
Tom Gallagher Yoojin Han Gina Liberotti Evelyn Mabra
Kieron Miller Jesse Rueter Angela Reno Carol Hampson - Office Coordinator
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ATHLETICS All athletic activities including games and practices have be postponed or canceled until May 1, 2020. Coaches may have contact with their team through email, text, discussion boards, and/or video conferencing. Coaches are encouraged to provide a workout / drill / exercise calendar for their teams as long as it doesn't require special equipment or cause players to congregate together, or with others. Student-athletes that were training in the weight room with the strength and conditioning staff prior to the initiation of online learning were given homebased exercise programs. These workouts give student-athletes an opportunity to feel connected to their sport, their team, their teammates, and their coaches. Each workout is designed to last 30-40 minutes.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES The Student Council met and brainstormed ways to keep the students connected while we away from campus. 2K20 Gaming Tournament: Starting on Monday (March 30), over 100 students will be taking part in Loyola’s own version of March Madness with a Loyola 2K20 Tournament. More tournaments will follow if sign-ups remain strong. Cubs Got Talent: A talent show that will allow students to capture their own individual talents and send in for a chance to win prizes. Details to follow. Loyalist Online: Loyola journalists are working on an online edition of the paper. Top Chef Loyola: Created a Canvas Page for students to share recipes and cooking videos. The Meditation Club is working on details to host a meditation thru Zoom for interested students. Reach out to Mr. Chris Walter or Ms. Mara Baltazar for more information.
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STUDENT MINISTRY Daily Morning Prayers Examen everyday until Easter Curated Resources for prayer and spirituality Morning Break (9:15 - 9:45am) - Campus Ministry hosts students on Zoom. This is an opportunity for Cubs to connect. Information may be found on the Campus Ministry Instagram, Student Activities Instagram, and on the Digital Ignatians website. Digital Office Hours - Members of the Campus Ministry Staff are available for 1on1 video conferencing with students who would like to talk. Sign up information will be shared in a link on the Campus Ministry Instagram and on the Digital Ignatians website.
THE CENTER FOR SERVICE AND JUSTICE The Center for Service and Justice are mindful of our service partners that have been impacted by the epidemic. Because our mission is to form dynamic, transformative, young men through service experiences that help foster compassion and a spirit of generosity to view the world with open hearts and minds—challenging them to become “Men for and with Others” seeking to live a faith that does justice, we know that it is important to do all we can to support and provide care for those that are the most vulnerable among us. There is no expectation for any student to volunteer given that a number of our partnering agencies are either closed or have limited their volunteer workforce in light of the situation. Students should continue to visit Canvas for further updates. All spring and summer immersions have been canceled. Those that have registered for a spring Urban Plunge or summer immersion will receive a refund. On Wednesday, March 25th, we participated in a robust discussion with over 30 Jesuit institutions across the US on how to keep a service and justice mission alive during these uncertain times. A key takeaway was to create opportunities for connection and service, not additional sources of stress. Therefore, we will be rolling out opportunities for service using different platforms and approaches. Please continue to open all Canvas Announcements.
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COMMUNITY FEEDBACK Loyola's school leadership is recurrently seeking feedback as we progress through this unique digital learning journey. Faculty and staff want to provide the best possible online learning platforms, so your continued participation in surveys are extremely important as we make data-driven decisions about how to proceed.
PARENT FEEDBACK - APRIL 1, 2020 "Extremely Effective" = 10 "Extremely Effective" = 10
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STUDENT FEEDBACK - APRIL 1, 2020
"Extremely Effective" = 10 "Extremely Heavy Workload" = 10
"Extremely Challenging" = 10
"Extremely Engaged" = 10
Directory Frank Kozakowski Principal fkozakowski@loyolahs.edu
Paul Jordan Assistant Principal for Student Life Director of Counselors pjordan@loyolahs.edu
Robert Gorr Assistant Principal for Academics rgorr@loyolahs.edu
Daniel Annarelli Dean of Men dannarelli@loyolahs.edu
Terence Stephenson Director of Information Technology tstephenson@loyolahs.edu
Matthew Schaeffer Director of Campus Ministry mschaeffer@loyolahs.edu
Chris O'Donnell Director of Athletics codonnell@loyolahs.edu
Tim Moscicki Director of Student Health tmoscicki@loyolahs.edu
