Underwood Families,
‘Twas the night before the first day of school and our staff is so excited for tomorrow! Here are some updates that will help us all have a successful virtual opening of the 2020-2021 school year.
Monday’s Daily Message -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHikiTxy2fc - starting on the 24th this will be shown as part of the morning meeting in home room classes.
August 17th: First Day of School K-2 and 3-5 Carpool Parade at Underwood Elementary. The parade will start at Hayes Barton Baptist Church. K-2 Families: Arrive at the church by 9:25 to start the parade at 9:30. 3-5 Families: Arrive at the church by 10:25 to start the parade at 10:30. We ask that you make a sign (any size you would like) with your child’s name and their teacher’s name on it. Our staff will be grouped by grade levels/specialty with signs to greet your students!
Attendance
We are required to complete attendance starting on August 17th. A student is considered present for daily attendance during a remote learning day if either of these statements are true:
and/or if a student is present in synchronous instruction.
School Day Expectations
August 17th-21st: First Week of Orientation. Teachers will work on connecting with students and families during this week. There will be a Grade Level “Meet the Team” meeting held for parents during this week that will cover the following information: review of the grade specific daily schedule, turning in class assignments, communication, and other grade/class information. Teachers will be communicating via Memberhub, emails, and phone calls. Teachers will be sharing their schedules and specifics for their classes/grade levels during Meet the Teacher/Open House. Here is an overview of the schedules for all of the grade levels.
August 24th-28th: Second Week of Orientation. Our goal is to help students transition into their day by having them attend their “live” instructional times during their daily schedule. Here are schedules by grade level that will be shared and provided expectations starting on the week of the 24th - Overview of the Schedules for All Grade Levels . On Friday of every week, grade levels will be sharing a “Week at a Glance” that will have the plan for the week as a reference. This will provide support to those assisting with virtual learning on a weekly basis. Students will need to access their Google Classrooms for assignments. .
Supply Pick up
In an effort to accommodate social distancing and honor concerns we have decided to do a first round of materials pick up at the school. Grade levels will give more specifics on the materials that are included in the bags that you will pick up at school during your scheduled time below. IF the time doesn’t work please contact your homeroom teacher or Ms. Kronen (jkronen@wcpss.net) to assist with material pick up.
Kindergarten | September 3rd (10-11:30) - this is to provide an additional week of orientation for students |
First Grade | August 20th (9-10:30) |
Second Grade | August 20th (1-2:30) |
Third Grade | August 21st (9-10:30) |
Fourth Grade | August 19th (9-10:30) |
Fifth Grade | August 21st (1-2:30) |
ECS 1 / 2 | ECS 1 - August 19th (10:00-11:30) ECS 2 - August 21st (1-2:30) |
School Supplies
You can order supplies through our school supplies partners at School Tool Box -- https://schooltoolbox.com/school-supplies/school/list-boxes/?schoolId=59865
Student and Parent Guides to Technology
The resources in the link above show students how to log in to their Wake IDs and student email, how to set up and use Chromebooks and Internet hotspots, how to connect to WiFi, how to use learning systems such as Google Classroom and Canvas, and much more. We will continue to add new resources and updates as needed.
Laptop and Hotspot Distribution Begins Aug. 17
We will begin distributing laptops and hotspots to families who requested them on August 17 from five distribution centers:
Apex High
Enloe High
Knightdale High
Leesville Road High
South Garner High
To accommodate social distancing and keep our families, staff, and volunteers safe, families will be assigned a date to collect their requested devices. Families will receive an email with your assigned date for pick up. They will be allowed to pick up their devices from any location on or after their assigned date. *Email Alexandria Judge-Lenkeit - ajudge-lenkeit@wcpss.net if you need to update your Technology survey.
Supporting Underwood ES through the PTA and Foundation
Here is how you can support our school through the PTA and Foundation - joint effort. We continue to be thankful to these parent organizations as they help us each and every day!
Wishing you well!
Travis Shillings, Principal
