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WELCOME to #Covid19PBL: Connecting Across the Distance

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WELCOME to #Covid19PBL: Connecting Across the Distance

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Thanks for joining our movement!  Find out more about how this virtual exhibit was started!

Posting Student Work (Tutorial of Process):
1. Sign into Padlet.com with your email address (create a basic [free] account if you don't have one)
2. Post brief blurb/description of your project or task
3. Create a public link to your exemplary student work (ex: another Padlet, Google Slides, Google Doc, WordPress Blog, etc)
4. Include your city, school name, and grade/subject level

Note: Be sure your Google Docs are shared as public. If you are having trouble, email us at covid19pbl.20@gmail.com.

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On Friday, May 29th we held a live virtual exhibit to share our learning.  Shout out to all the student presenters who shared their learning. Your work is inspiring!

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#COVID19PBL Nationwide Exhibition of Learning

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Each week, WHEELS seniors submit journal entries to capture their history, thoughts, reflections, questions, musings, and/or concerns--about the events that are unfolding.
-Grade 12 ELA
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School (WHEELS), New York, NY

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Hi, my name is Gage and I’m a junior at Hoover High School. I like drawing comics and wanted to show my appreciation for the medics in this world. This is my take on the classic Superman pose but with a twist! I wanted to pay homage to the medical field with this piece entitled Everyday Heroes
Hoover High School; Hoover AL Grade 11

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8th grader Sidney created this podcast about life and fear during Covid-19 for the NPR Student Podcast Challenge. In it she interviews friends and family, and reflects on her own fears about how life might change forever.
St. Mary's School, Aliso Viejo, CA
Grade 8

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8th grader Sidney is getting used to life under Covid-19--school from home, bouts of boredom--but something's bothering her: fear. So she reached out to friends and family to find out what fears they have, and in the process learned something about us all.

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Bryce explains to us why he is ready for high school and life as he uses his his time capsule as evidence of his competence as a life long learner, even during a pandemic.

Grade 8, Marnel C. Moorman K-8 Center Shelbyville Kentucky

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Florian wrote this fun poem, shared it with the local paper, and submitted it to a children's anthology in an effort to encourage younger students struggling to engage in school from home and to keep us all smiling.

Grade 8, Marnel C. Moorman K-8 Center
Shelbyville, Kentucky

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Naomi explains how her love for music and theater helps her to escape the confines of sheltering at home. She creates podcasts that carry us along as she pulls us into her favorite musicals. This episode was created for NPR's Student Podcast Challenge.
Grade 8, Marnel C. Moorman K-8 Center
Shelbyville, Kentucky

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WHEELS 5th graders wrote a song inspired by Tracy K. Smith's modern interpretation of Friedrich Schiller's "Ode to Joy." The WHEELS students' song, "Let Our Song Bring Joy to Earth," was selected to be performed at an April concert at Carnegie Hall. When the concert was canceled and remote learning started, the 5th graders recorded their song on Soundtrap.com. They used computer mics to record voices and acoustic instruments, pre-recorded loops, and virtual instruments.

Grade 5 Music
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School (WHEELS), New York, NY

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How can we design a set of activities for kids to do at home when grown-ups are working?

This unit addresses young children's questions about the virus itself, why we are staying home and missing school, and asks: what can we do about it? The public product is an online resource of suggested activities for kids to do independently so that care-givers can work.  Students collected and recommended their favorite activities and also designed their own, sharing original designs on a Youtube Channel and school website for their entire community.

Our project documentation slides and full project plans are at:

www.earlychildhoodpbl.com/homebase

Transitional Kindergarten
Larchmont Charter School
(Los Angeles, CA)
Kindergarten and First Grade
Franklin Elementary School
(West Alis, Wisconsin)

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Chemistry student Rylie created a PSA video targeted for students on how to safely protect yourself by making and wearing your own cloth mask.  She includes the science behind the effectiveness of the mask with her own unique flair while ensuring we are all looking out for one another during this time.

Grade 10
Chemistry
Gaynor McCown Expeditionary Learning School, Staten Island, NY

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Artwork from Ms. McMahon's 10th grade art class is set to the song "Social Distancing," written and recorded by 10th graders in Mr. Johnson's music composition class.

Grade 10
Art and Music Composition Collaboration
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School (WHEELS), New York, NY

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This music video was created by EL Education students during the COVID-19 crisis in order to celebrate Better World Day. This collaborative effort to bring joy, give gratitude, and offer comfort during a time of crisis is an example of the EL Education community doing more than we think possible.

Project was a multi-grade level collaboration between students from EL Education schools

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This music video was composed, rehearsed, and performed by EL Education students during the covid19 crisis while in physical isolation. It was made in two weeks in order to celebrate Better World Day, a day on which EL Education students contribute to their communities. The students accomplished this while also doing distance learning and in some cases helping siblings and working at essential jobs. This could not have been possible without the families who supported their children’s creative contributions while quarantined. This collaborative effort to bring joy, give gratitude, and offer comfort during a time of crisis is an example of the EL Education community doing more than we think possible. Even when apart, we’re going to make the world better. 
#BetterWorldDay #ELEducation

Music Production by Sean Brennan
WhatStrangeWeather.com
 
Featuring 34 Student Musicians from 11 schools in 7 states:
Charlotte Bowder - Songwriter, Keys, Vocals
Luthando Mngqibisa - Vocals
Emanuel Kratc - Bass 
Eliza MacCleod - Flute
Holden Van Etten - Electric Guitar
Halim Moldaver - Cello
Simon Hale - Alto Sax
Uther Dadaleares - Drums
Ella Ferguson - Violin
Krishna - Viola
Kaylan Colon - Bucket drum
G’shauni C. Woodard - Bucket drum
Esairon Stuckey - Bucket drum
Lakia S. Adams - Bucket drum
Mekhi Barton - Bucket drum
Denym - Beatbox
Haylee Faye - Scissors
Murphy Klassen - Scissors
Audrina - Scissors
Emma Smith - Grater
Lucas Smith - Spoons
Henry Loring-Shenk - Spoons
Shea - Pot and spoon
Cecilia Horne- Spoons
Lily Horne- Whisk
Zahara - Claps
Gabriel Vargas - Claps
Medina Rogers - Claps
Alejandro Torres - Claps
Gaiden - Claps
Jordan S. - Claps
Savanna Moorer - Claps
M’aiana - Tahitian Toere
Sydney Pitzer- Sign Language

Animal Collaborators:
Oreo, Maui, Jasper, & Max
No animals were harmed in the production of this video.

Thank you to our supportive families who encouraged, coached, recorded, re-recorded, uploaded, re-uploaded while in quarantine:
Charonda Scarelli, Corinne Brandon, Matthew, Meghan, & Norah Klassen, Michelle Navarre, Jocelyn Hardy, Ana Vargas, Robin & Darius Adams, Rochelle & Michael Hale, Becky & Pete Martinez, Jennifer & Dan MacCleod, Chinyere Patrick, Ms. Indhumathi, Sai, Sandra Kratc, Alexis Little, Katie Shenk & Anna Loring, and Kayla Flores. 

Essential Educators and other supporters:
Victoria Stubbs, Mandolyn Barrymore, Jessica Wood, Derek Pierce, Tina Meglich, Susan Jurries, Lori Berryman, Erica Young, Gabriel Gumiran, Graham Johnson, Annie Holyfield, and Shatera Weaver. 

11 EL Education public schools involved:
Casco Bay High School (in collaboration with Portland Arts and Technology High School) in Portland, ME
Conway Elementary School in Escondido, CA
Polaris Charter Academy in Chicago, IL
Metropolitan School of Expeditionary Learning in Queens, NY
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School in NY, NY
Launch Charter School in Brooklyn, NY
Arbor Vitae Woodruff Elementary School in Arbor-Vitae, WI
Joe Shoemaker Elementary School in Denver, CO
Silverton Elementary School in Silverton, CO
Odyssey School of Denver, CO
Amana Academy in Alpharetta, GA

Production Team:
Rosa Gaia, Sean Brennan, Katie Schneider

Music Instruction:
Victoria Stubbs, Mandolyn Barrymore

About EL Education:
EL Education is a leading K-12 nonprofit empowering teachers to transform schools in diverse communities in partnerships with over 150 schools and districts across America. Promoting active classrooms that are alive with discovery, problem-solving, challenge, and collaboration, EL Education inspires teachers to fulfill their highest aspirations and motivates students to achieve more than they think possible. Learn more at https://eleducation.org/.

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Passion Project Student Partnership with Relief Organization: Hip Hop Cares

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Passion Project Student Partnership with Relief Organization: Hip Hop Cares

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Devin has a huge heart!  He is one of my brilliant students, and he created this AMAZING video for Hip Hop Cares. So much compassion from this young man -- a shining example of ways these Passion Projects and young minds can change lives!

Grade 3
Middletown Elementary School
Louisville, KY

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Over 120 7th grade students petitioned their government leaders to solve a problem the students were passionate about.  They had the option to sign a petition, call an elected official, or create a video or piece of art to post on social media.  Some did more than one!

We wanted to encourage an authentic experience for students and one that they can continue throughout their lives.  Students were presented with issues surrounding New Yorkers and COVID-19.  They chose to do a deep dive on one of four topics: #HouseTheHomeless
#AidForAll
#CancelTheRent
#FreeThemAll

They then determined how they were going to make a difference.

This project was designed with the Universal Design for Learning Guidelines in mind to maximize student engagement.

https://www.instagram.com/mels7thactivists/

7th Grade Social Studies, Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School (MELS), Forest Hills, NY

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9th and 10th grade Task: In a journal or diary format, describe the impact coronavirus has had on your life.

Part 1:  CHOOSE ONE  of the below options to answer.

Part 2:  Include three visuals with a caption.  These can be pictures you took documenting your life in quarantine, or it can be powerful images you came across while reading about the pandemic.

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EMMA KHARIEH - 4/15-4/16 Making Sense of the Coronavirus PART I

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Our students were very concerned about the health problems connected to vaping. They joined a Gaynor McCown chapter of New York City Smoke Free Reality Check. With the pandemic they wanted to get the word out about the dangers of vaping and complications with covid19.
9th and 10th. Graders
Gaynor McCown ELS High School
Staten Island N.Y.

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Gaynor McCown Expeditionary Learning School

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Invention: "Protecting The Tiniest Among Us" 

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Invention: "Protecting The Tiniest Among Us" 

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Face shields don’t always properly fit people of all shapes, sizes and ages, especially infants. Students were asked to act as inventors and create  a prototype of a face shield for infants.

Grade 11 Physics
Gaynor McCown High School,
Staten Island, NY

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Invention: "Protecting The Tiniest Among Us" 

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Invention: "Protecting The Tiniest Among Us" 

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Face shields don’t always properly fit people of all shapes, sizes and ages, especially infants. Students were asked to act as inventors and create  a prototype of a face shield for infants. Olivia showed us her process

Grade 11 Physics
Gaynor McCown High School,
Staten Island, NY

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Making Sense of Coronavirus: Someone Else's Story

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Making Sense of Coronavirus: Someone Else's Story

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9th and 10th grade Task:  In a journal or diary format, describe the impact coronavirus has had on someone else’s life (outside of the immediate circle of your home).

Part 1:  CHOOSE ONE  of the below topics to answer.

Part 2:  Should discuss your interview findings and include three visuals with a caption/ explanation.  These can be pictures from your interview(s), something the person you interviewed shared, or it can be powerful images you came across while reading about the pandemic.  ** Interviews are not to be conducted face to face. Options will be discussed below **

Part I: (Pick ONE of the following topics you will respond to, by interviewing someone else. Journal about why this story is the best story for you to tell):

Topic 1: What are the impacts on jobs and businesses in your community? What insights can my family/ family friends/ friends offer about the realities of the coronavirus? (If there is someone you can interview who works in an essential field- healthcare workers, paramedics, first responders, travel needs, food supply, pharmacy, etc. please feel free to share their experiences)

Topic 2: How is the coronavirus pandemic affecting lives outside my immediate household?  How are people dealing with anxiety, fear and the mental health effects of the pandemic? (You can supplement internet research and news reports with your personal interviews)

Topic 3: How are other students really spending their time? How do my peers deal with anxiety, fear, workload, etc.? How are they maintaining social lives? What insights can they offer that are the same as my experiences? Different?

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SOFIA CONWAY - 4/17-4/21 Making Sense of the Coronavirus Part II

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When discussing "ubuntu," Dizu Plaatjies states: “You cannot be a person without other people.” According to Abdullah Ibrahim, ubuntu is “the principle of humanity, beyond borders.” With these various definitions in mind, we asked students to develop their own interpretations of the concept of "ubuntu" and apply it to community during the COVID19 pandemic.

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How can research and argument help foster values of self-determination and democracy?  What can I do to take action about issues I believe in?

After investigating the intersection of environmental justice,  COVID-19, and the racial justice movement, WHEELS Seniors respond  to this unprecedented time through opinion essays.

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How do we use data and evidence to accurately understand and inform our community about the coronavirus pandemic and prevent another zoonotic (or other) pandemic?   Students selected a question or topic they wanted to investigate around the current coronavirus pandemic.  Students then analyzed the data and evidence, of multiple perspectives, using scientific resources, including articles, and experts in the field to create their own podcasts.

Gaynor McCown
Staten Island
AP Bio, 11th gr