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VDL Overview

In line with ADEK & MOE guidelines, Virginia International Private School is preparing to offer a Distance Learning Program for a 2 week period, from 22 March – 5 April (and potentially beyond).

Key Points:

The distance learning program will consist of both e-learning and traditional learning activities.
The subjects to be delivered via distance learning will be Islamic Studies, Arabic, English, Math, and Science. ICT has been added in the Secondary Phase (6-10) as additional subject-to support the Innovation Project.
All teachers will provide additional communication and material via email–as a backup to the existing platforms.

Phase Overviews:

	Platform	Video Tutorials	Additional Content	Video Conference (live stream)
KG 1&2	Class Dojo – This is our primary platform for distance learning.	Hippo Video, etc. -Video Tutorials will be widely used to support the teaching and learning activities	-Teachers will use multiple apps, links, uploaded worksheets, student workbooks that are already sent & platforms to support student learning.	Video Conferencing – in development
Gr. 1-3	Class Dojo – This is our primary platform for distance learning.	Hippo Video, etc. -Video Tutorials will be widely used to support the teaching and learning activities	EPIC, Kahoot, BrainPop, etc. -Teachers will use multiple apps & platforms to support student learning	Video Conferencing – in development
Gr. 4-5	Google Classroom This is being introduced as our primary platform for teaching and learning activities. Class Dojo – Will remain as our primary communication platform	Hippo Video, etc. -Video Tutorials will be widely used to support the teaching and learning activities	EPIC, Kahoot, BrainPop, etc. -Teachers will use multiple apps & platforms to support student learning	meet.google.com -free video conferencing service & syncs with Google Classroom
Gr. 6-10	Google Classroom This is our primary platform for distance learning. Email – Teachers will also use parent emails as an additional means of communication and sharing teaching and learning activities	Hippo Video, etc. -Video Tutorials will be widely used to support the teaching and learning activities	Alef, Quizizz, Khan Academy, BrainPop, Gynzy, etc. -Teachers will use multiple apps & platforms to support student learning	meet.google.com -free video conferencing service & syncs with Google Classroom

Roles and Responsibilities

Roles	Responsibilities
Students	What are the responsibilities and expectations for students? Access the learning platform (Class Dojo/Google Classroom). Sign in to the platform Sunday to Thursday for task updates. Read and review the recommended daily routine. Finish assigned tasks on a daily basis. Complete the task posted by the teacher (turn it in). Ask for support by emailing the teacher or asking directly on Google Hangouts or via Google Classroom/Class Dojo. Take brain breaks and move regularly as they engage in the activities and study. Be available during optional online support conferences. Complete silent reading on a daily basis (complete reading journals as required).
Parents / Guardians	What are the responsibilities and expectations for Parents/Guardians? Ensure that your child has access to the learning platform (Class Dojo or Google Classroom). Establish routines and expectations to maintain a familiar rhythm of the day. Balance screen time and non-screen time tasks. Students should take brain breaks and move regularly as they engage in the activities and study. Discuss what your child is learning and ask questions. Establish times for quiet work and reflection. Communicate with teachers (and school) when necessary.
Teachers	What are the responsibilities and expectations for teachers? Ensure communication is established with students and parents via the platforms. Design meaningful teaching and learning activities for the students. Be available to ensure the success of the distance learning journey. Guide students with clear instructions for each task. Provide necessary resources ( instructional material, video tutorial and online resources). Check student assignments/homework/attendance. Follow up/communicate/update student learning platforms daily. All content must be emailed separately as an attachment to the parent’s email. Communicate with parents on a regular basis.

Recommended Daily Routines

KG DAILY ROUTINE (Recommended)

Period	Time (Approx.)	Activities
PERIOD 1	20 min	♦ Check Class Dojo for daily Video tutorials, assignments and any messages from the teacher. ♦ Complete tasks assigned and submit work via Class Dojo on a daily basis. ♦ Be sure to read the blending and HFW that are already covered, and for KG 2 students, practice at least 5 words a day from the spelling list that will be sent on Class Dojo. ♦ Teachers will be available during the day to answer any questions.
PERIOD 2	20 min
BREAK
PERIOD 3	20 min
PERIOD 4	20 min
BREAK
PERIOD 5	20 min

Key resources:

Class Dojo

YouTube

Grades 1 -5 DAILY ROUTINE (Recommended)

Period	Time (Approx.)	Activities
PERIOD 1	30 min	♦ Check Class Dojo for daily assignments and any messages from the teacher. ♦ Complete tasks assigned and submit work via Class Dojo or as specified by the teacher. ♦ Be sure to read for at least 10 minutes every day. ♦ Teachers will be available during the day to answer any questions.
PERIOD 2	30 min
BREAK
PERIOD 3	30 min
PERIOD 4	30 min
BREAK
PERIOD 5	30 min

Key resources:

Grades 6 – 10 DAILY ROUTINE (Recommended)

Period	Time (Approx.)	Tasks
PERIOD 1	40 min	♦ Read and review tasks posted by the teacher on Google Classroom. ♦ Complete the task ♦ submit the needed assignment/homework ♦ Complete silent reading on a daily basis (complete reading journals as required). ♦ Communicate with the teacher if needed ♦ Participate in Video Conferences.
PERIOD 2	40 min
BREAK
PERIOD 3	40 min
PERIOD 4	40 min
PERIOD 5	40 min
Optional video conferencing with the teacher

Key resources:

Science buddies/ BrainPop

Mindmup

Digital Collage

Meet google

VDL Weekly Overview of Tasks – Grades 6-10

	Grade 6 VDL	Grade 7 VDL	Grade 8 VDL	Grade 9 VDL	Grade 10 VDL
Week 1 22-26 March	Week 1 Overview	Week 1 Overview	Week 1 Overview	Week 1 Overview	Week 1 Overview
Week 2 29-2 April	Week 2 Overview	Week 2 Overview	Week 2 Overview	Week 2 Overview	Week 2 Overview
Week 3 5-9 April	Week 3 Overview	Week 3 Overview	Week 3 Overview	Week 3 Overview	Week 3 Overview
Week 4 12-16 April	Week 4 Overview	Week 4 Overview	Week 4 Overview	Week 4 Overview	Week 4 Overview
Week 5 19-23April	Week 5 Overview	Week 5 Overview	Week 5 Overview	Week 5 Overview	Week 5 Overview
Week 6 26-30April	Week 6 Overview	Week 6 Overview	Week 6 Overview	Week 6 Overview	Week 6 Overview
Week 7 3-7 May	Week 7 Overview	Week 7 Overview	Week 7 Overview	Week 7 Overview	Week 7 Overview
Week 8 10-14 May	Week 8 Overview	Week 8 Overview	Week 8 Overview	Week 8 Overview	Week 8 Overview
Week 9 17-21 May	Week 9 Overview	Week 9 Overview	Week 9 Overview	Week 9 Overview	Week 9 Overview
Week 10 23-28 May	EID BREAK Support and guidance
Week 11 May 31- 4 June	Week 11 Overview	Week 11 Overview	Week 11 Overview	Week 11 Overview	Week 11 Overview

For VDL support (Gr. 6-10) please find the below contact details:

Name/Role	Phone	Email
Mr. Ryan Vice Principal	02 555 4383	viceprincipal@virginiaschool.ae
Ms. Aiten Head of MOE Subjects	02 555 4383	aiten.sulieman@virginiaschool.ae
Ms. Reema Assistant Head of Secondary	02 555 4383	reema.abushmt@virginiaschool.ae
Mr. Abdul Hafidh Assistant Head of Secondary	056 416 2327	abdulhafidh.b@virginiaschool.ae
Ms. Noura Social Worker	056 416 1101	noura.elmay@virginiaschool.ae
Mr. Irshad IT Manager	02 555 4383 Ext. 107	it@virginiaschool.ae

For your convenience, please click on the below links:

Video Conference Schedule

Staff Emails

Distance Learning

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