Response to Covid19 - Admission Requirements and Enrollment for Current Grade 12 Students
It is important for the student to have a consistent learning schedule. Most teenagers in the senior grades can work directly with their teachers on what they need to do without any direct help from parents/caregivers. Have them share their schedule with you. It is important to develop a daily routine that includes healthy meals and snacks, outdoor activity, socialization, hands-on activities, and a conversation time with you. During remote learning it is important that students develop a routine of daily conversation with you the parent, that allows them to share what they have done, ask questions, and plan their next steps.
Your child may also enjoy learning more with you about things you enjoy and are passionate about. Share your expertise and passion in things such as construction, cooking, gardening, farming, painting, music, etc. They may also have an area of interest that they would like to develop or explore. Perhaps they would like to work on a project they have not previously had time to before.
Other areas to consider when developing expectations and routines are:
The sample schedule below is from the spring of 2020 and is applicable to supplemental learning. Classroom teachers will now provide the learning plan but there are some great ideas of thing to do that will be fun and engaging for your child.
Sample Learning Schedule_ Grades 10-12.pdf
Students can continue to access their myBlueprint accounts from the school website link. Once into their accounts they can explore and learn more about various careers and continue working on their grad plan.
Access e-books and audiobooks online. Link to your public library to view even more choices! Available in your browser, or download the app from the app store. App Instructions: Once downloaded, search for “ Saskatchewan Schools”, then select Chinook School Division. Sign in with your Chinook username and password.
Students can access e-books and audiobooks (link tile below) from the provincial library system if they have a library card. If students do not have a library card, they can can complete an online application for a temporary library card number to borrow materials during this time.