- Learning Services
- Systemwide Online Learning
Systemwide Online Learning Expectations
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The expectations for the Olathe Public Schools staff during Systemwide Online Learning includes the following:
1. Follow the guidelines in the Olathe Public Schools Instructional Plan. Please note updates have been made to this document since you received a printed copy in September 2020. Please refer to the online document for the most up-to-date information.
2. Use Synergy as the starting point for students to access all class resources and links to additional sites (e.g., content, videos, handouts, notes, Nearpod, etc...) from within the teacher's LMS. Please note this is called the Class Website in ParentVUE and StudentVUE.
- You can click here for directions on Seesaw.
- You can click here for directions on Google Classroom.
3. Ensure directions on the LMS are clear and concise and are easily implemented by students, families, or caregivers.
4. Teachers will review expectations with students for StudentVUE (e.g., accessing Zoom link, access class resources, submit work).
5. Review the outlined expectations below and ensure they are implemented for consistency for our students/families. Request support from Learning Services, if needed.
*This information does not pertain to students/families that chose Remote Learning during enrollment.*
OPS Checklists for Consistency
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Below are general guidelines for consistency for the Olathe Public Schools that will be in place whether we are In-Person, Hybrid, or in Systemwide Online Learning. Underneath each topic is a checklist.
How do I use the checklist as a teacher?
The checklist is intended to ensure there is a guaranteed and viable experience for all students in the Olathe Public Schools. It also ensures a common vocabulary.
How do I use the checklist as a parent?
A parent can access this information to understand the guaranteed and viable experiences and expectations in the Olathe Public Schools.
Checklists
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Active Engagement
Expectations for Olathe Public Schools Staff on Active Engagement
Click HERE to view a PDF of the Checklist for Active Engagement.
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Formative Assessments
Expectations for Olathe Public Schools Staff on Formative Assessments
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Objectives
Expectations for Olathe Public Schools Staff on Objectives
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Positive Relationships
Expectations for Olathe Public Schools Staff on Positive Relationships
Click HERE to view the PDF Checklist for Positive Relationships.
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Priority Standards
Expectations for Olathe Public Schools Staff on Priority Standards
Due to the uncertainty of this year, and the possibility of moving from different learning environments (in-person, hybrid, Systemwide Online Learning), staff will focus on Priority Standards from day one.
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Procedures and Routines
Olathe Public Schools Staff Expectations for Procedures and Routines
Click HERE to view a PDF Checklist for Procedures and Routines.
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Summative Assessment
Olathe Public Schools Staff Expectations on Summative Assessment
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Synergy
Expectations for Olathe Public School Staff for Synergy
- Use Synergy for students to access all class resources from within the teacher's LMS (this is called the Class Website in ParentVUE and StudentVUE).
- Ensure directions on the LMS are clear and concise and are easily implemented by students, families, or caregivers.
- Create a routine for families and understand consistency is key.
- Limit the number of resources/websites you utilize/link to your LMS as this requires learning on the part of students/families and/or caregivers.
- Ensure your students know how to:
- 1) log into StudentVUE
- 2) access assignments
- 3) access content
- 4) submit work
- 5) communicate with you via their district issued email in StudentVUE
- 6) access the Zoom link within StudentVUE.
Staff can watch videos for support with Synergy by logging in with their district Microsoft Office 365 username and password.
Click here to access these videos.
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Zoom
Launching Zoom in TeacherVUE
Please follow the steps outlined in the document below to ensure that auto-populate is enabled in Synergy TeacherVUE (for Non-Remote Teachers ONLY). This will automatically generate Zoom links for your students for the duration of Systemwide Online Learning.
Olathe Public Schools staff can click here to view directions for launching a Zoom.
Expectations for Olathe Public Schools Staff for Zoom
- Staff will use Zoom to support instruction and student learning.
- Staff should click here to take time to review Zoom Best-Practices.
- Staff will use the Zoom link from within TeacherVUE and ensure students/families understand how to access via StudentVUE. Please note Remote teachers should follow the directions sent by TJ Ulmer.
Tips and Tricks for Zoom