Glenallan ES

Good evening Glenallan Elementary community members, 

Please take time to read through these important updates. 

Thanks so much -

Ms. Hefflin

Zoom Community Meeting Recording - 8/20/2020

If you were unable to join us last week, you can view the entire meeting using the link and password included here.

Topic: GES - Parent Community Mtg

Start Time : Aug 20, 2020 06:02 PM

Meeting Recording:

https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/zPBoIZb_zVNIUNLj817De_Z5Jrjbaaa82iYZr6FfnRo0EpQucnzAuXvpuHHtJzfX

Access Passcode: Z$cEh2Uh

Parent Webinars for Technology

MCPS has developed learning modules just for parents that provide information on how to access and use the various technology applications and platforms involved in virtual learning this fall.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1S7qQJcm_zk4yQUtRPPZY7uoo16govBitrtMUPHljav0/edit?usp=sharing

Materials Distribution for ALL Students

This week, we will be holding another distribution event to hand out grade-level specific student learning materials for ALL students. It is important that everyone comes to Glenallan this week.

These will include literacy and math workbooks that students will need at home. In addition, students will receive a large pack of materials including whiteboards, erasers, a marker, and composition notebooks.

Additionally, if your student needs an upgraded Chromebook, one can be checked out on either of these days. Please plan to bring the old model and charger for return. 

Our school will offer curbside pickup of learning materials and devices on August 26th from 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and on August 28th from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. We ask you to follow the schedule provided below to limit crowds, wait times, and risks to the community.  

Device Upgrade Eligibility:

* all old devices will need to be turned in when picking up a new device

Designated pickup times to help manage crowds:

If you are not able to visit the school on these dates, please contact the school to make other arrangements as soon as possible as not to interrupt learning for students on the first day of school. 

Curbside Pickup & Delivery Procedures:

• All visitors must wear a face covering and have a VISIBLE SIGN (large enough to be read 6 feet away through a car window, or if waking-up in person for social distancing requirements) with child’s first and last name, grade level, and student  ID #.
• MCPS staff will follow the CDC guidelines, maintain physical distancing, and wear face coverings.
• Drivers and occupants are not permitted to exit the vehicle unless asked by staff to meet the needs of the student. When driving to the school, please remain in the car loop and in the car.
• If walking to our school, please come to the front, far right entrance to our all-purpose room and stand at the next 6-foot spot marked in the line. 

Connecting with Teachers

 On Monday, teachers will have access to their updated class lists and parents should expect to receive a welcome email message within the first day or two of this coming week. They will also be setting up their Class Dojo communities. Email service and Class Dojo will be the primary resources for communicating with parents during this school year. 

Virtual Open House Activities

Classroom Open House Class Meeting & Sign Up Schedule for Individual Meetings

This year, homeroom teachers will be hosting two virtual meetings as part of our Open House efforts. 

Grade level teachers will host a brief 10 minute class meeting at an assigned time on Thursday afternoon. And, we will be asking the parents of each student to sign up for an additional 10 minute mtg time to have individual time with assigned teachers. These meetings are informal opportunities to connect and begin getting to know each other. There will not be a presentation, nor is this a time to have detailed conversations about academics. Once the school year begins, teachers will host a formal “back to school night” meeting at which time detailed information about instruction and schedules will be shared. 

Community Meetings this Week

Welcome to Kindergarten - Wednesday from 12:00 - 12:45 PM OR Thursday, August 27th from 6:00 - 6:45 PM. Interpreters for Spanish will attend the Thursday evening meeting. 

Looking for Creative Ideas to Take Your Family through the Last Week of No School?

CAMP TV is a product of PBS television. Click on the link to take you to the recorded shows by theme day. 

Online FARMS applications happening now!

ONLINE FARMS APPS ARE AVAILABLE NOW!

www.MySchoolApps.com

is NOW OPEN for parents to complete and submit

the 2020–2021 Online application for Free and Reduced-Price Meals!

FAMILIES CAN APPLY NOW & AVOID LONGER PROCESSING TIMES IN SEPTEMBER!

        2020–2021 paper application forms in English and Spanish will be distributed to all MCPS Schools close to the first day of school. Households that complete an online application DO NOT need to submit a paper application.  Due to COVID-19 and planned remote learning in the Fall, please encourage families to apply online!

•         Translations in other languages are available through the online application.