COVID-19

Altitude Learning

A guide on how to upload student work on a mobile device. 

Upload Student Work on a Mobile Device Guide

A guide on how to use Altitude Learning for Parents is available. Please direct any additional questions to your classroom teacher. 

Altitude Learning GUide

A guide on how to use Google Meet for Parents is available. Links to Google Meet sessions are posted in Altitude Stream. Please direct any additional questions to your classroom teacher.

Google Meet Guide

Teachers will post information on Altitude Learning where parents can access information pertinent to at-home learning opportunities. Altitude Learning will be the method that teachers will be using to communicate information and activities to our families, and we ask that families check Altitude Learning after 8 AM daily for updates from teachers regarding remote learning. Below is a list of information pertaining to the Toddler program.

• There will be take-home bags available on Wednesday that include activities that children can do.
• A list of at-home activities will be shared via Altitude Learning.
• Teachers will provide videos/information about activities to do with your children.

We will keep in touch and do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher if you have specific academic questions.

Teachers will post information on Altitude Learning where parents can access information pertinent to at-home learning opportunities. Altitude Learning will be the method that teachers will be using to communicate information and assignments to our students and families, and we ask that families check Altitude Learning after 8 AM daily for updates from teachers regarding remote learning. Below is a list of information pertaining to the Primary Program:

• Kindergarten students will be provided with Reading A-Z books at their reading level with corresponding activities, phonics books, math and literacy packets, handwriting paper, and journal books.  
• Three and four-year-olds will receive materials to support Montessori at home materials and Montessori extension pages.

We appreciate your cooperation, as we provide these remote learning opportunities for students while The Discovery School is closed. Please reach out to your child’s teacher if you have specific questions regarding assignments or accessing the technology. 

Teachers will post information on Altitude Learning where parents can access information pertinent to at-home learning opportunities. Altitude Learning will be the method that teachers will be using to communicate information and assignments to our students and families, and we ask that families check Altitude Learning after 8 AM daily for updates from teachers regarding remote learning. Below is a list of information pertaining to the Foundational Elementary program:

• Students will be receiving their Reading A-Z login so that they can explore a variety of texts at their level through the Reading A-Z website. 
• Students will be provided with their math workbook with specific pages and problems to complete. 
• Teachers will share a weekly agenda via Google Docs for students to see assignments and due dates.
• FE students will be receiving literacy, writing, and IB activities to complete.
• Teachers will be accessible via Google Chat Hangouts and email during the closure from 8 am until 3 pm, Monday through Friday beginning Wednesday, March 18.  
• Teachers will be using Flipgrid, and the links to these will be posted on the Altitude Stream.
• Parents can take photos of students’ work or scan the work and email the work to the teachers.
• FE students should anticipate that any work assigned during this school closure will receive a grade. This measure is not designed to be punitive, but to keep our students engaged and accountable for learning while they are not in the classroom. 

We appreciate your cooperation, as we provide these remote learning opportunities for our students while The Discovery School is closed. Please reach out to your child’s teachers if you have specific questions regarding assignments or accessing the technology. 

Teachers will post information on Altitude Learning where parents can access information pertinent to at-home learning opportunities. Altitude Learning will be the method that teachers will be using to communicate information and assignments to our students and families, and we ask that students and parents check Altitude Learning after 8 AM daily for updates from teachers regarding remote learning. Below is a list of information pertaining to the Lower Elementary program:

• Lower Elementary students will be provided their Chromebooks and chargers to take home and use during our school’s closure to keep up with assignments.
• Teachers will share a weekly agenda via Google Docs for students to see assignments and due dates. Students will use Altitude Learning to access individual assignments that will be posted as Task Cards.
• Assignments will be posted as Task Cards in Altitude Learning.
• Teachers will be accessible via Google Chat Hangouts and email during the closure from 8 am until 3 pm, Monday through Friday beginning Wednesday, March 18. Classroom teachers will reach out with specific, detailed instructions and meeting schedules via Altitude Learning.
• Lower Elementary students will be expected to share and communicate using Flipgrid as communicated by the teachers via Altitude Learning.
• Lower Elementary students should anticipate that any work assigned during this school closure will receive a grade. This measure is not designed to be punitive, but to keep our students engaged and accountable for learning while they are not in the classroom. 

We appreciate your cooperation, as we provide these remote learning opportunities for our students while The Discovery School is closed. Please reach out to your child’s teachers if you have specific questions regarding assignments or accessing the technology. 

Teachers will begin posting information on Altitude Learning where parents can access information pertinent to at-home learning opportunities.  Altitude Learning will be the method that teachers will be using to communicate information and assignments to our students and families, and we ask that students and parents check Altitude Learning after 8 AM daily for updates from teachers regarding remote learning.  Below is a list of information pertaining to the Upper Elementary program:

• Upper Elementary students will be using their Chromebook and charger to keep up with assignments. 
• Teachers will share a weekly agenda via Google Docs for students to see assignments and due dates. Students will use Altitude Learning to access individual assignments that will be posted as task cards.
• Assignments will be posted as Task Cards in Altitude Learning.
• Teachers will be accessible via Google Chat Hangouts and email during the closure from 8 am until 3 pm, Monday through Friday beginning Wednesday, March 18.  Classroom teachers will reach out with specific, detailed instructions and meeting schedules via Altitude Learning.
• Upper Elementary students will be expected to share and communicate using Flipgrid as communicated by the teachers via Altitude Learning.
• Upper Elementary students should anticipate that any work assigned during this school closure will receive a grade. This measure is not designed to be punitive, but to keep our students engaged and accountable for learning while they are not in the classroom. 

We appreciate your cooperation, as we provide these remote learning opportunities for our students while The Discovery School is closed.  Please reach out to your child’s teachers if you have specific questions regarding assignments or accessing the technology. 

Teachers will begin posting information on Altitude Learning where parents can access information pertinent to at-home learning opportunities.  Altitude Learning will be the method that teachers will be using to communicate information and assignments to our students and families, and we ask that students and parents check Altitude Learning after 8 AM daily for updates from teachers regarding remote learning.  Below is a list of information pertaining to the Middle School program:

• Middle School students will be using their Chromebook and charger to keep up with assignments. 
• Assignments will be posted as Task Cards in Altitude Learning.
• Teachers will be accessible via Google Chat Hangouts and email during the closure from 8 am until 3 pm, Monday through Friday beginning Wednesday, March 18.  Classroom teachers will reach out with specific, detailed instructions and meeting schedules via Altitude Learning.
• Middle School students will be expected to share and communicate using Google Chat Hangouts, Gmail, and Padlet as communicated by the teachers via Altitude Learning.
• Middle School students should check their email frequently for responses/updates.
• Middle School students should anticipate that any work assigned during this school closure will receive a grade. This measure is not designed to be punitive, but to keep our students engaged and accountable for learning while they are not in the classroom. 

We appreciate your cooperation, as we provide these remote learning opportunities for our students while The Discovery School is closed.  Please reach out to your child’s teachers if you have specific questions regarding assignments or accessing the technology. 

The World Health Organization defines Coronavirus as "a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV)."

Content source: World Health Organization

The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person.

• Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).
• Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Common signs of infection include respiratory symptoms, fever, cough, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties. In more severe cases, infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure and even death. 

Content source: World Health Organization

The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. The following recommended everyday preventive actions can help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases:

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
  • If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.
  • See CDC’s Handwashing website for more details.

These are everyday habits that can help prevent the spread of several viruses. 

Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention