Launch Virtual Norms
What does being ready for class look like?
Have cameras on
Have their materials ready ahead of class
Log in on time and stay for the entire class
Prepare a workspace that allows them to sit up
What has to be broken before you can use it?
An Egg
What are the four Habits of Heart and Mind
Kindness and Collaboration
Dedication and Practice
Integrity and Stewardship
Imagination and Spirit
WHere is the Iffel Tower Located?
Paris, France
The Mascot for Launch EL Charter school is...
A Lion
What are some ways your family helps you to be successful in distance learning
Helping your child set up a space at home that is conducive to learning
Supporting your child in having their uniform shirt prepared for school
Talking with your child about the student norms for distance learning
You see a boat filled with people, yet there isn’t a single person on board. How is that possible?
All the people are Married
Kindness and Collaboration looks like...
I use kind words
I use a kind tone of voice
I help others
I solve problems calmly
Places around the world that people hope to see..
7 wonders of the world
The Main office Room is number is....
Room 345
What are some times you may need to reach out to launch staff?
Letting staff know if there is a technical issue getting in your child’s way of distance learning (unstable internet service, computer issue etc)
Letting staff know if your child will miss part or all of the school day
Communicating with Launch staff if there is anything else getting in the way of your child following norms and fully participating in distance learning
What can’t talk but will reply when spoken to?
An echo
Imagination and Spirit looks like
I am a creative problem solver
I show excitement about my learning
I encourage other people
I show craftsmanship in my work
This was a place where Free Black people first came to live in Brooklyn NY
Weeksville, Brooklyn/ now Crown heights
How many years has Launch been a school?
8 years
What Norms do the teachers/staff have to follow during distance learning?
Sharing the norms with all students
Creating safe classroom environments that encourage participation
Celebrating student and class efforts to meet our distance learning norms
Leading with curiosity and care when norms are not being followed and exploring the cause with students and parents
The more of this there is, the less you see. What is it?
Darkness
Dedication and Practice looks like...
I do my best on my classwork
I do my best on my homework
I come to school on time
I ask for help when I need it
I practice things that are difficult for me
I am focused
A place where 4 presidents are carved into rock
Mount Rushmore
What does Expeditionary Learning mean?
Hands on learning, Learning by doing, Experiencing
How does a student earn points for participation in class?
Completing all assignments
Responding by mic’ing up or chatting when called on
Engaging in class discussions on the mic or in the chat
Actively participating in breakout room sessions when applicable
What has many keys but can’t open a single lock?
A piano
Integrity and Stewardship looks like...
I keep our school clean
I make good choices
I am honest
I solve problems
I think before I act
I reflect on how to do better
A group of people are inspired the black panther movie
The Masaai Tribe in Kenya
What Book that recently came out about an athlete was just released as a Launch Bookshelf exclusive?
Becoming Muhammad Ali" by Kwame Alexander and James Patterson