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Please make sure you join the Class Connect on time, have paper and pencil with you.

Write down your testing session before leaving the meeting and opening the Secure Testing Browser.

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Please make sure you join the Class Connect on time, have paper and pencil with you.

Write down your testing session before leaving the meeting and opening the Secure Testing Browser.

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Please make sure you join the Class Connect on time, have paper and pencil with you.

Write down your testing session before leaving the meeting and opening the Secure Testing Browser.

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Please make sure you join the Class Connect on time, have paper and pencil with you.

Write down your testing session before leaving the meeting and opening the Secure Testing Browser.

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Please Check your Class Connect Sessions for Tuesday-Friday

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Please Check your Class Connect Sessions for Tuesday-Friday

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If you do not see GSA testing once a day each day, PLEASE contact Ms. Carrie or Mrs. Frederick ASAP

Below are the instructions for downloading the testing browser if it is still missing from your device:

https://www.canva.com/design/DAGk0Dg1Xdk/IN_EcWqmohsTDQo9177KwA/view?utm_content=DAGk0Dg1Xdk&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h37253243d6

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NO LIVE SESSIONS

Please log into your courses, complete any missing or overdue assignments

Complete any new OLS Lessons

Complete 30 minutes of Mindplay Reading

Complete any IXL assignments

Complete your assigned OLS Math Lesson

Tomorrow we begin the GSA...Get a good night's sleep and don't forget to eat a healthy breakfast!

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Don't forget to turn in your Club Permission Slip!

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Don't forget to turn in your Club Permission Slip!

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If you have registered for a club and not been added, please make sure you submit your permission slip to Ndrobish@westvaacademy.org

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April 28th - Asynchronous Learning Day

April 29th- GSA Testing Writing

April 30th- GSA Testing Reading

May 1st- GSA Testing Math

May 2nd- GSA Testing Science

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Carrie Lake (ELA, Science, Social Studies, Art Cart, Mindplay, Music, Health) 

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Carrie Lake (ELA, Science, Social Studies, Art Cart, Mindplay, Music, Health) 

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Direct questions about all courses EXCEPT Math to Ms. Carrie

clake@westvaacademy.org

304-807-9370 extension 1025

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If you need extra help with what we are learningin math, click on the links below to get step by step instructions, videos, and practice problems!

How to +, -, x, / with decimals

https://www.canva.com/design/DAGdm13LLWQ/Vv6peS8Dm_qKGUxTuTabFg/view?utm_content=DAGdm13LLWQ&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h60046696be

How to divide using partial quotients method (my favorite one!): https://www.canva.com/design/DAGZvQsSEFk/RLtOwgnqTNRYhKfGf3V_YQ/view?utm_content=DAGZvQsSEFk&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h33b8a998e0

How to divide using the box method:

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Amanda Frederick (Math and Math Small Groups)

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Amanda Frederick (Math and Math Small Groups)

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Ms. Frederick is the person you will contact for all Math related questions, including IXL Math

afrederick@westvaacademy.org

304-807-9370 extension 1048

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Choice Board for Your "A Wrinkle in Time" Project (Click the picture to open the Padlet)

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Choice Board for Your "A Wrinkle in Time" Project (Click the picture to open the Padlet)

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Remember: You must comment your name beneath the project you are going to complete.

Attention New Students:

You will need to complete a project as well, but can choose a chapter book you have already read, or are working on reading now.

Please email me at clake@westvaacademy.org with the title of you your book. Once approved, you will choose a project from this board but use the book you chose to complete it.

Due Date for EVERYONE is January 21, 2025

If you have any questions, please talk to me!

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Here's the link to get support:

https://support.mindplay.com/s/contactsupport

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Summer is quickly approaching. Did you know your child can go online and access books from the local public library? Click the above link to get started, and start looking for some Summer reads now!

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Easily create surveys and polls to collect customer feedback, measure employee satisfaction, and organize team events.

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No New Students beginning Live Classes this week

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In addition to The Big Universe Library located on the K12 Homepage, your child can read books for free at Epic Books, using the Class Code saw0697

This is a free virtual library from 7 am - 4 pm during the week.

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Instantly access over 40,000 of the best books & videos for kids on Epic

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Get unlimited access to 40,000 of the best books, audiobooks, videos, & more for kids 12 and under. Try it free.

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Cameras are required in ALL live sessions BUT you don't have to be seen by anyone but your teacher. Follow the above instructions to set your camera to share only with the teacher....If only your background can be seen, you must remove your backgroun.

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Looking for more options for reading? Storyline Online is a free program supported by the SAG AFTRA Foundation. Turn on Closed Captioning as familiar faces read award winning stories and follow along!

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The SAG-AFTRA Foundation's Daytime Emmy-nominated, Storyline Online, features celebrated actors reading children's books to inspire a love of reading in millions of children worldwide.

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IF YOU NEED TO SUBMIT A REQUEST FOR AN EXCUSED ABSENCE...USE THIS FORM

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IF YOU NEED TO SUBMIT A REQUEST FOR AN EXCUSED ABSENCE...USE THIS FORM

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https://powerforms.docusign.net/5c93b206-6e11-4f7f-bc9e-fca31e667657?env=na2&acct=19cf31b0-043a-49f2-878e-6b8e17540f09&accountId=19cf31b0-043a-49f2-878e-6b8e17540f09

Reminder: If you have more than one child, you have to submit a form for each child.

If you are experiencing a power or internet outage, you must include a copy of the message from your power/intenet company showing the outage.

If you are experiencing a tech issue, you must include the Help Ticket http://www.help.k12.com/s

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Remember when adding art to the Art Padlet, do not have your face in the picture, or we can not use it in the art show.

Put your first name and last initial only.

The link is below

https://padlet.com/cestes14/share-your-art-cart-projects-with-everyone-malltpb48l97i1hc

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What You Need to Do THIS Week to begin Live Classes the Following Week

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What You Need to Do THIS Week to begin Live Classes the Following Week

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1. (Learning Coach) Check supplies and log into laptop

2. (Learning Coach) Set up LC account

3. (Learning Coach) Join LC Community Page

4. (Student and Learning Coach)Orientation on Wednesday

5. (Learning Coach) Sign that you received the handbook

6. (Learning Coach) Join Class Dojo by going to this link: https://www.classdojo.com/ul/p/addKid?target=class&class=C29HNPB

7. (Student) Complete 3 Orientation Lessons by going to the OLS Homepage, look for "courses", Find "Online Learning Grades 2-5" and click it, complete the 3 lessons and learning checks.

8. (Learning Coach & Student) Check your email (including Spam folder) for communication from the school/teachers. Everything goes to the student account but a copy is generated and goes to the LC email on file...please check daily

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Click on the above picture, or the following link:

https://forms.gle/AjNLv4wKLq8UZPM79

Fill out the form and submit it by Friday at 2 pm in order to redeem points!

Remember to login and check your points BEFORE completing the form, by doing the following:

Student instructions:

1. Open ClassDojo app or website: dojo.me

2. Click "Enter Text Code", OR tap "I'm a student" on the app

3. Enter the text code to sign in: EWACBE

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Redeem your Dojo Points by doing the following: .1. Open ClassDojo app or website: dojo.me 2. Click "Enter Text Code", OR tap "I'm a student" on the app 3. Enter the text code to sign in: EWACBE

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In a virtual environment we need to know how to type and use the tools of a keyboard correctly. Often when trying to teach students how to write a complete sentence, I find they know what to write, but not how to capitalize or find the correct punctuation on the keyboard.

This is a free typing app, with kid friendly games, that will help them with these skills!

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Typing Games - Learn to Type with Free Typing Games - Typing.com

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Typing.com Typing Games. Our exclusive typing games are a great way to improve typing speed and accuracy. Adjust to your level or challenge yourself. Start now!

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Need Technical Support? Mindplay has got that covered!

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Need Technical Support? Mindplay has got that covered!

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🛠️ MindPlay Technical Support

Phone Support: Call (800) 221-7911

Email Support: Reach out to support@mindplay.com

Support Hours: Available Monday through Friday, from 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time

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Please make sure you set up your Learning Coach account and can access everything. If you can not, contact the Help Desk:

http://www.help.com/s

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If you have not joined our Class Dojo, please do so by clicking this link.

This is free app that will allow you to connect with your child's teacher and receive class announcements!

Here is the link:

https://www.classdojo.com/ul/p/addKid?target=class&class=C29HNPB

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ClassDojo helps teachers, parents, and students build amazing classroom communities.

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We will be using Newsela in Reading and in Science.

Follow the link above to join our classroom.

Your class code is CR4CYD

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Newsela is an Instructional Content Platform that supercharges reading engagement and learning in every subject.

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Please remember to join the Learning Coach Community Page ASAP.

Think of this like "Facebook for WVVA Learning Coaches"! When you join you will see the exciting things our students are doing, and you will be the first to get information as it is released!

You can connect to other LCs and get advice/help from the people who have been and are currently where you are now!

Please try to do this by Friday!

https://community.k12.com

Thank you!

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Mindplay Reading is an adaptive program used by WVVA k-12 to help our students become better readers. The program will adapt to meet your child where they are now, and then work to help them grow and meet their next learning goal!

Please make sure your child logs in and completes 30 minutes each day. Remember, if someone helps them answer the questions, or read the words on the screen, the lessons they will see will get harder. It is important that that once you help them get to the right screen, you let them do all the work. I promise if you do, the lessons will adapt and be just right for your child.

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Luna A. April 4th

Madixxa T. April 10th

Breileigh S. April 11th

Evelyn P. April 13th

Icie K. April 18th

Gabriel H. April 22nd

Arianna H. April 23rd

Tucker B. April 24th

Raiden L. April 24th

Zander M. April 24th

Patrick J. April 30th

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Trouble loading sites or the OLS? Try this:

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Trouble loading sites or the OLS? Try this:

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🧠 Support for Dyslexic Learners

MindPlay is designed with a strong focus on assisting students with dyslexia. Its curriculum is grounded in the Orton-Gillingham approach and the Science of Reading, providing structured, multisensory instruction. The program includes a K-3 Dyslexia Screener to identify early signs of dyslexia, allowing for timely interventions

Furthermore, MindPlay Reading Coach offers individualized instruction with immediate feedback, adapting in real-time to ensure mastery. It also features a Personalized Library with high-interest decodable texts to reinforce phonics skills .​

📊 Effectiveness and Research-Based Outcomes

MindPlay Reading has demonstrated significant improvements in students' reading abilities. Notably, a study indicated that eighth-grade students who participated in the MindPlay Virtual Reading Coach (MVRC) during summer school increased their reading skills by 1.5 to 3 years in just 16 days .​MindPlay Education

Additionally, in one semester, 66% of students using MindPlay increased their reading proficiency by one grade level or more .​

🔄 Adaptive Learning Features

MindPlay employs adaptive technology to tailor instruction to each student's needs. The Universal Screener efficiently identifies a student's reading strengths and weaknesses, enabling educators to plan targeted instruction and interventions

The program's adaptive instruction ensures that students receive personalized learning paths, with on-screen speech-language pathologists delivering phonological awareness instruction. This approach supports all five pillars of reading and accommodates various learning styles

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Please make sure you have received all school supplies, including the Laptop.

Log into the laptop with your student ID ASAP and if you have any issues with the device, contact the Help Desk ASAP by going to: http://www.help.k12.com/s

Occasionally the devices are missing software and we need to replace them or push something out remotely.

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PLEASE NOTE:

In order for an absence to be excused, you MUST send it to the attendance office. You may copy us both on the email you send so we are also aware.

wvvaattendance@westvaacademy.org

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Please take time to review our 5th Grade Guide to Success (for both learning coaches and students)!

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Please take time to review our 5th Grade Guide to Success (for both learning coaches and students)!

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As we enter a busy time, we want to remind our 5th graders and 5th grade families of the expectations for our school. Please review this 5th Grade Guide to Success together (learning coaches and students) to finish the school year strong!

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The following students completed all required Mindplay Reading minutes last week, with 100% fidelity! Way to be responsible for your learning! Berry is super proud of you and is sending some Dojo points your way!

1. Madulyn W.

2. Keagan P.

3. Mel V.

4. Finn M.

5. Melody Sc.

6. Rexx P.

7. Brennen R.

8. Hannah M.

9. Zander M.

10. Sierra S.

11. Tittus M.

12. Emily M.

13. Dakota R.

14. Jaxson P.

15. Lily M.

16. Cameron M.

17. Jacob S.

18. Holden P.

19. Kaydence M.

20. Raiden L.

21. Zyli U.

22. Breileigh

23. Dez L.

24. Alexander R.

25. Ayse M.

26. Soophia C.

27. Javion B.

28. Mayleigh K.

29. Jaxon K.

30. Haylee E.

31. Deanna B.

32. Abel H.

33. Nicole G.

34. Gabriel G.

35. Naveah C.

36. Addison J.

37. Colton H.

38. Charlotte H.

39. Anayah B.

40. Milo J.

41. Levi H.

42. Rissah A.

43. Austin B.

44. Aziyaa G.

45. Peter B.

46. Will H.

47. Patrick J.

48. Tucker B.

49. Elli K.

50. Jameson B.

51. Bella C.

42% of the Fifth Grade hit our target! Let's aim for 100% this week!

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Orientation : Due to the GSA testing, there will be no LIVE Orientation. Please watch for a recorded Orientation to arrive in your email.

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Orientation : Due to the GSA testing, there will be no LIVE Orientation. Please watch for a recorded Orientation to arrive in your email.

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If you have not done so already, PLEASE Click the link below and join the LC Community Page

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If you have not done so already, PLEASE Click the link below and join the LC Community Page

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The LC Community Page is a great place to :

Get updated information FIRST

See the exciting things going on in our classes

Connect with other WVVA families

Get help from experienced LCs

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The Mystery Word is analyze!: " When reading a book it is important to analyze the main characters' motivations for their actions."

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The Mystery Word is analyze!: " When reading a book it is important to analyze the main characters' motivations for their actions."

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To demonstrate that you have opened and read the Newsletter, send Ms. Carrie an email with the mystery word included.

Tell her which column you found it in, and what the word means. Use it correctly in a sentence, or explain where we have read it before.

Is it a verb, noun, adjective, or adverb?

clake@westvaacadmy.org

This will earn you 5 bonus points in ELA and 2 Dojo points!!

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If you are having trouble with or have questions about Mindplay Reading, here is some helpful information for your Learning Coach

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If you are having trouble with or have questions about Mindplay Reading, here is some helpful information for your Learning Coach

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You will not be responsible for any lessons that are assigned prior to your first LIVE class day

Please DO NOT complete any lessons the week of Orientation EXCEPT for the 3 Orientation lessons listed above.

Once you begin courses (next week) your teachers will exempt you from anything that was assigned prior to your first class day... DO NOT PANIC when you see "Overdue lessons 500"... NOTHING is overdue

Just focus on the "To Do List" and everything will be fine!

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Internet Browsers - Clear Cache and Cookies

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Copyright © 2021 Stride, Inc. All rights reserved. K12 is a registered trademark of Stride, Inc. The K12 logo and other marks referenced herein are trademarks of Stride, Inc. and its subsidiaries, and other marks are owned by third parties.

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Parents, please fill out the release form below if you would like to give us permission to share your child's amazing creations from Art Cart!

ArtCart Photo Release Consent Form Survey (surveymonkey.com)

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Did you know your child can access virtual math manipulatives for free? Just click the link above!

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Online manipulatives bring all of the learning and fun without the mess. Our math virtual manipulatives help students grasp abstract concepts through modeling. Literacy virtual manipulatives create a fun space for practicing spelling, rhyming, and more!

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Virtual Manipulatives | Mathematical Modelling | Toy Theater

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Original teaching tools aimed at supporting teachers in the elementary school classroom. Two color counters, 3D dice, probability spinners, graph builders, fraction bars, base ten blocks, and more!