THE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE OF MORGAN HILL, GILROY & SAN MARTIN
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AUGUST 7, 2020
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Kitchen tables and bedrooms are the new classrooms, at least through the end of 2020.
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he phrase “back to school” is somewhat misleading in 2020. Yes, students will bve hitting the books, listening to their teachers, writing essays and applying the Pythagorean theorem. But they won’t be physically at “school” in the traditional sense; rather, “school” will take place mere feet away from their beds. In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Morgan Hill and Gilroy unified school districts will begin the fall 2020 semester in a virtual format known as distance learning. What will it look like, and how can students and parents prepare? The first day of school in Gilroy is Aug. 12, while Morgan Hill is Aug. 13. Students will receive instructional minutes as required by the
In Morgan Hill, all students in grades PreK through 12 will have access to a Chromebook. The district acquired 400 hotspots to ensure that students without internet will have access to the virtual learning program.
The right setting Homes across the nation have been transformed into many things these past four months, one of them being classrooms. With that, though, comes distractions unique to the home. Perhaps the dog wants to go for a walk, or maybe a few more minutes in bed wouldn’t hurt. Setting a dedicated study space is key, educators advise. According to an article by Homeschool.com, parents should talk to their children about how they prefer to study. A desk area is ideal, but it can be anywhere the student feels comfortable to study, such as the top of a bed. Most importantly, the area should be free of distractions and stocked with supplies students will need, such as pens, paper and other items that supplement learning. The rigid physical classroom structure may be
gone for now, but that doesn’t mean students should become lackadaisical on their assignment deadlines. Homeschool.com advises parents to keep their students on a schedule as an important life lesson. To keep students motivated, parents should reward them on occasion, such as allowing them to call their friend after they complete an assignment. All the technological aspects of distance learning, such as Zoom and Google Classroom, may seem unfamiliar and overwhelming to many. Joe McClary of the International Association of Continuing Education and Training advises students and their parents to familiarize themselves with the technology before the virtual bell rings so they can be prepared. “Seek out instructional videos or tutorials made available to you,” McClary wrote in an article. “Taking a little time upfront to complete the appropriate technology orientation will save you a lot of time later and ensure you understand when instructions are provided that require use of the technology. If you have to wait until the last minute, at least take time soon after the assignment is made to acquaint yourself with all that will need to be done.” The Gilroy Unified School District provides online guides on using the software. For information, visit tinyurl.com/y26qdgvz.
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California Department of Education, which vary by grade level, in a combination of live instruction and independent learning. Students are required to log-on to class meetings every day for a specific period of time, as daily attendance will be recorded by the teacher, and will participate in a virtual classroom that includes classmates and teachers from their school sites. Online video software Zoom or Google Hangouts will be used for live video instruction, while Google Classroom will be used for organization of assignments, files, projects and submission of selected assignments, among other things. Aeries and ParentSquare will be available for teachers, parents and students to communicate, update progress and provide feedback. In Gilroy, every student who does not have an available computer at home will be provided with a Chromebook by the district and families without an internet connection will receive a hotspot connection, according to GUSD Superintendent Deborah Flores. The schedule for the distribution of Chromebooks, which began on Aug. 4, will be sent to families directly. Parents and students will attend a short training on the use of the Chromebook on the same day of pick-up.
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Mourning the loss of Gary Guglielmo Youngest of third generation By LAURA NESS the brand to a wider national audience. Gary saw the wisdom in creating the Santa Clara Wine Trail as a way to increase tourism to the region, and was a major supporter of the signage effort. He also recognized the importance of events, expanding the Villa Emile Event Center and Piazza de Maddalena to accommodate diverse needs. Gary retired in 2017, after which the fourth generation stepped in to assist in daily winery operations. They have bright plans for the future. The winery has now reopened for outdoor bottle service and wines by the glass, by reservation only, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11am-5pm. No pets. Outside food is allowed, but please bus your tables. Reservations are for one hour: the last reservation is 4pm.
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