Originally delivered on 9/8/2020 5:47 pm

SUBJECT: PTA E-Newsletter - September 8

September 8, 2020
WE MADE IT THROUGH DAY 1!

Parents!! Parents!! Parents!! Parents!!

We had some technical difficulties this morning, but we overcame those obstacles.

Also, If you or your student were not able to log in, it’s okay, just email the teacher letting them know and cc me so we can get the attendance part taken care of.

You are doing an AMAZING JOB!!! 


Chandra Barnett
Principal, JL Long Middle School

CHooperBarnett@dallasisd.org


#alldaylong

#weareinthistogether

#LONGSTRONG

SYNCHRONOUS vs. ASYNCHRONOUS LEARNING

Wednesdays have been confirmed as the Asynchronous Learning Day for the JL Long Campus.  Parents and Students can read the attached document to learn more about the differences between Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning Days.

As a general rule, students should plan to follow the bell schedule on Wednesdays, but can complete assignments at their own pace and turn them in by the designated due date.  Teachers will also hold "office hours" during their regular class times for small group instruction and tutoring should a student need assistance.  They will not conduct lessons via Zoom for the entire class on Asynchronous Learning Days (Wednesdays).

Synchronous vs. Asynchronous Learning Days

IMPORTANT PASSWORD INFORMATION

To streamline password support for the first day of school, DISD Information Technology (IT) has reset the password for all student accounts.

Student User Name: This will be the student’s 7-digit ID number

Student Password: This will be the letter S the 7-digit ID number (For example, S5000123)

Although the students aren’t required to change their passwords again once they have been reset by IT, it is encouraged. Please see the attached video on how the student can change their password in OneAccess.

CALENDAR

Click on each event below to see more details!  View our full calendar HERE.

Upcoming Events
Tuesday, September 8
First Day of School
Thursday, September 10
9:00a Grab and Go Meal Distribution
6:30p JL Long PTA Board Meeting
Wednesday, September 16
6:30p JL Long SBDM Meeting
Thursday, September 17
9:00a Grab and Go Meal Distribution
Thursday, September 24
9:00a Grab and Go Meal Distribution
Thursday, October 1
9:00a Grab and Go Meal Distribution
6:30p JL Long PTA Board Meeting
Wednesday, October 21
6:30p JL Long SBDM Meeting
Tuesday, November 3
Student/Staff Holiday - No School
THE LATEST FROM LONG

Students will follow their normal daily schedule during distance learning.  Please note that the current Bell Schedule is for VIRUTAL LEARNING ONLY!  We will post an updated bell schedule once the students return to the building for school.

Updated Re-Entry Plan

As you may be aware, health data from the county is showing improvements. Based on that information and feedback from focus groups comprised of parents, teachers, principals, and teacher organizations, Dallas ISD is planning a phased-in option for reopening schools for face-to-face, on-campus instruction.

Click HERE for more information!

Help Us Re-Stock the Shelves!

With the new school year, we need your help filling our Peace Pantry to help serve our students in need!  If you wish to donate food, please use our Amazon Wish List to purchase pantry items that will be sent directly to the school. Be on the lookout for a food drive mid-September! Thank you for always helping take care of the students and families in our community!

School Trip Info

There is still time to register for the school trip to Florida in June!  Click HERE to see details!

FEEDER PATTERN NEWS
Woodrow Virtual Learning Guide

The WWHS Virtual Open House launched September 3rd at 6:00 pm with a comprehensive guide to starting the school year on September 8th in an all distance learning format.  Click HERE to view details!