Rapids Report 10-19-20

The Rapids Report

10/19/20

Dear STrEaM Families,

Quarter 2 began today, Monday 10/19. Students are in all new classes this quarter. You should have received an email from your child's new teachers for the quarter. Student schedules are in Q and students can access course information in Canvas. First quarter grades will be available on Friday October 23rd. 

Here are a few important things to note this week. 

Wednesday 10/21: 

Join us for Morning Coffee at 8 AM!

Join on Zoom: https://asdk12.zoom.us/j/189887262?pwd=b0EzVGZYVjB6TEkxWHcrNTdsNmxRUT09

Meeting ID: 189 887 262     Password: MORNING

Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/adammokelke

On E-learning Wednesdays, as well as during the week, students should be working regularly on iReady and ALEKS.  

Thursday 10/22 Fall Conferences: 

• Thursday is a REGULAR Virtual school day 

• Evening Back to School events hosted via zoom with 2nd quarter cohort/teachers

• CONFERENCE ZOOM SCHEDULE LINK: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gdIL6UC5ffQxyLJ_N-y7xYe3DfhJp5TqoCf9toPaXGo/edit?usp=sharing

• Conferences begin on the hour at 4 PM, 5 PM and 6 PM and last 20 minutes

Friday 10/23 NO SCHOOL

Learning Labs: 

We are scheduling students to come in one day per week on a limited basis. All safety protocols must be adhered to strictly: ASD is symptom free! Please speak with Mrs. Biondich or Mr. Mokelke for more details on scheduling. 

Let’s start strong and have a great second quarter! 

Thank you, 

Principal Mokelke

(907) 360-1059 Cell

mokelke_adam@asdk12.org

Rapids Report 10/5/20

Rapids Report 10/5/20

Dear STrEaM Families,

We are in Week 8, and it is time to wrap-up first quarter.  Final assignments are due by Friday 10/9 this week! There will be no regular/live zoom classes on Friday. It is a great chance for students to complete assignments, make up missing work, and FINISH STRONG!  

There is no school on the next three Fridays:

No School Friday 10/9 (e-learning for students, staff professional development)

No School Friday 10/16 (End of First Quarter)

No School Friday 10/23 

2nd Quarter Planning:

STrEaM will remain in virtual learning for the duration of 2nd quarter in order to give stability and continuity to teachers and students.  We will offer opportunities each week for students to come in for optional face to face learning labs and outdoor activities.  Our full 2nd quarter plan will be reviewed at the APC meeting October 14th. 

Learning Labs: 

We are currently scheduling students to come in one day per week on a limited basis. All safety protocols must be adhered to strictly: ASD is symptom free! Students come in to do classes online and receive additional supports. Prioritized are our highest need students. Please speak with Mrs. Biondich or Mr. Mokelke for more details on scheduling. 

Wednesday 10/7: 

Join us for Morning Coffee at 8 AM!  

Join us on ZOOM: https://asdk12.zoom.us/j/189887262?pwd=b0EzVGZYVjB6TEkxWHcrNTdsNmxRUT09 

Meeting ID: 189 887 262     Password: MORNING

Or watch on Youtube at: https://www.youtube.com/adammokelke

On E-learning Wednesdays, students should be working regularly on iReady and ALEKS Math! 

Fall Conferences: 

Wednesday October 21st is now a regular e-learning day for staff and students. 

Thursday October 22nd is a  REGULAR SCHOOL DAY.   We will have an Evening Back to School event hosted via zoom with 2nd quarter cohort/teachers. 

Friday October 23rd there is no school for students. Inservice in the morning for professional development.  

STrEaM Gear update: 

The gear store is closed. Gear will be available after October 15th. We will be calling to arrange pick up or delivery of your items. 

As first quarter quickly comes to a close, I want to thank our entire school community for your commitment to STrEaM Academy. Teachers, staff, parents, students, APC members and supporters have pulled together, collaborated, supported one another, worked so hard and engaged in order to make learning successful. It is truly amazing. 

Thank you, 

Principal Mokelke

(907) 360-1059 Cell

mokelke_adam@asdk12.org

RAPIDS REPORT 9-15-20

RAPIDS REPORT 9-15-20

Dear STrEaM Families,

It is hard to believe we are already in Week 5, and Thursday 9/17 marks the halfway point of first quarter. Thanks to all our teachers, students and parents for their collaboration and hard work towards making online learning successful. 

Return to School:

I know that a decision on returning to school face to face is highly anticipated. ASD will make an announcement this week. Remember that STrEaM is committed to remain Virtual for the duration of the first quarter, and that will not change. 

There is no decision yet on what STrEaM will do 2nd quarter. We will discuss our options as a staff, with our APC, and with input from parents, guardians and our school community.  

Changing educational modes and models should happen at a logical (quarter) break, with plenty of time for teachers, families and students to prepare for the change. 

When we do return face to face, I anticipate the following parameters:

• 4 or 5 days per week, 5.5 hours per day: 8:00 to 1:30 (possibly continuing Wednesdays as E-learning days)
• Continuing with 3 classes, rotating at quarter
• A return to school survey will be coming out soon. We look forward to your feedback. 

Tomorrow (Wednesday): 

Join us for Morning Coffee at 8 AM!  We will hear from Mrs. Smith and Ms. Goodman (8th grade cohorts). Mrs. Gatlin will be sharing “What is Project-Based Learning?” Tune in! 

Zoom: https://asdk12.zoom.us/j/189887262?pwd=b0EzVGZYVjB6TEkxWHcrNTdsNmxRUT09

Meeting ID: 189 887 262     Password: (see your email)

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/adammokelke

WEDNESDAY E-LEARNING student tasks:

45 minutes on iReady (Building Reading and Math Skills)

30 minutes on ALEKS for math - Initial Knowledge Checks due Friday 9/11

20 minutes of recreational reading (book of your choice) 

20 minutes outdoor exercise - View link: Outdoor Education at STrEaM

Assessments:  

Parents, all students should have completed the iReady assessments and initial knowledge checks in ALEKS for math! If your child has not, please work with them and their teacher to get this done so they can proceed with the lessons in these programs. 

STrEaM Gear Store is open! The store will close at the end of September. All orders will be delivered to ASA the 3rd week of October.

https://streamacademy9-2020.itemorder.com/sale

ENROLLMENT:  

We have seats available in 6th and 7th grade. Anyone who refers another student to us who enrolls between September 8th and October 16th will receive a free STrEaM hoodie! Now is a great time to start with STrEaM!! 

PASSION FOR KINDNESS coming to Morning Coffee!

On Morning Coffee next Wednesday, September 23rd we will host Tamara Letter, author of “A Passion for Kindness.”  https://www.tamaraletter.com/  We are very excited, as this is a powerful, inspiring and positive book. Please mark your calendars, and we encourage you to get a copy to read!

See you for coffee in the morning!

Thank you, 

Principal Mokelke

(907) 360-1059 Cell

mokelke_adam@asdk12.org

RAPIDS REPORT 9-6-20

Parent Update 9/6/20

Dear STrEaM Families,

We’re wrapping up Week 3 already! Most students have completed iReady assessments and ALEKS math initial placements. Remember there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, 9/7 for Labor Day. 

STrEaM Gear Store is open! The store will close at the end of September. All orders will be delivered to ASA the 3rd week of October.

https://streamacademy9-2020.itemorder.com/sale

ATTENDANCE: 

Parents let us know as soon as possible if students have an absence so we can excuse them for you! Students must have cameras on and be engaged to be counted present. 

ENROLLMENT:  

We have seats available in 6th and 7th grade. Anyone who refers another student to us who enrolls between September 8th and October 16th will receive a STrEaM hoodie! Now is a great time to start with STrEaM!! 

WEDNESDAY E-LEARNING student tasks:

45 minutes on iReady (Building Reading and Math Skills)

30 minutes on ALEKS for math - Initial Knowledge Checks due Friday 9/11

20 minutes of recreational reading (book of your choice) 

20 minutes outdoor exercise - View link: Outdoor Education at STrEaM

CANVAS UPDATE:  

(1) Parents should become a Parent Observer on student Canvas courses.  See guidance here: ASD Parent Observer Guide.  (2) Note that Zoom links may change at times.  Students should click links posted in Canvas courses to ensure they are joining the correct Zooms.  We recommend that you do not save or print Zoom links to ensure students are able to join with the most current links posted on Canvas.  (3) Teachers are reminding students that although work and individual assignment grades are in Canvas, students should continue to check FINAL grades for all courses in Q/Student Connect/Parent Connect.  You may not see published grades in Q/Student Connect/Parent Connect yet; some teachers are working on solving issues with the grading sync this week.  

COUNSELOR’S CORNER: 

Ms. Bonertz’ Canvas page is up and running!  The students have one assignment on her page to enable them to practice navigating her virtual office and making an appointment.  Please encourage your student to complete that assignment because it’s due today! She also has a website located on the Stream Academy page entitled “Counselor’s Corner” that has resources for students and families.  September is Suicide Prevention Month.  Ms. Bonertz has added additional resources on her website to educate yourself on suicide awareness.  

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES IN LEARNING:

We have added a new link to our STrEaM website with Outdoor Learning and Adventure ideas! https://www.asdk12.org/domain/5155 

At STrEaM we believe that being outdoors is essential for the growth and development of a healthy mind and body. This week’s ideas feature some of our favorite fall time all-school adventures such as visiting Arnold Muldoon Park, Cheney Lake and Arctic Valley. All suggestions are optional. 

GRADE LEVEL ZOOMSEMBLIES:

Each grade level will have a decorum zoomsembly this month. This is an assembly for each grade to come together and discuss grade specific topics. 

6th Grade: Wednesday 9/9 @ 11 am - via Zoom, links to be found in Canvas

7th Grade: Wednesday 9/23 @ 11 am - via Zoom, links to be found in Canvas

8th Grade: Friday 9/11 @ 8 am - via regular class Zoom, log in to your Period 1

Next week:

Wednesday join Morning Coffee at 8 AM and the APC Meeting at 5:30 PM. We have 6 seats open on our APC. Interested persons must attend the September meeting to be on the October ballot. 

Morning Coffee: We will hear from Mrs. Staker and Ms. Draeger (6th grade cohorts). Each week Morning Coffee will feature a different cohort. 

PASSION FOR KINDNESS coming to Morning Coffee!

On Morning Coffee Wednesday, September 23rd we will host Tamara Letter, author of “A Passion for Kindness.”  https://www.tamaraletter.com/  We are very excited, as this is a powerful, inspiring and positive book. Please mark your calendars, and we encourage you to get a copy to read!

We are off to a great start families! Please continue communicating with us on any issues, concerns, or even letting us know what is working well! 

Thank you, 

Principal Mokelke

(907) 742-9000

(907) 360-1059 Cell

mokelke_adam@asdk12.org

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RAPIDS REPORT 8-28-20

Parent Update Friday 8/28/20

Dear STrEaM Families,

Our first full week of school, “induction week,” is complete! Overall it was successful, with a few technical bumps in the road that we were able to navigate through and solve. We got this, Team STrEaM!

ATTENDANCE:

Please notify the office if your child won’t be in attendance. We are giving grace and working with families on attendance while we work out the bugs, while recognizing that it is critical to student success to have them online and engaged. 

ZOOM NOTICE:

For safety of our classes, I have instructed staff to only allow students to join who are using their first and last names and on the class roster. Please help us re-enforce this expectation to prevent “zoom bombers.” If you are having trouble with these zoom settings, call us or the district help line!

Teachers may record Zoom lessons to post on Canvas for asynchronous access. If lessons are recording, we do not require students to keep cameras on. Otherwise, for attendance and engagement we would like their video on at all times.

Notice: Lessons may be recorded for later access by students enrolled in the course. Students are not required to display their live image through the video function. Cameras capture not only the student but also background content within the camera’s frame.

CANVAS UPDATE:

Links to Zoom sessions for classes are in Canvas on the home page of each course. Teachers are also posting links in Announcements on Canvas and including links in the Modules.  

IREADY:

Teachers have begun giving the iReady assessment for Math and English-Language Arts. This will continue next week and we hope to be finished by Friday, 9/4. This is a diagnostic test, to show us where students may have gaps or need more support. With the reading portion, please do not read to them. 

COUNSELOR’S CORNER:

Mrs. Bonertz has a canvas page for the students to access various resources.  She has provided one assignment for the students to complete.  This assignment is designed for the students to practice navigating the page and learn how to make an appointment with her.  She also has a website located on the Stream Academy page entitled “Counselor’s Corner” that has resources not only for students, but also for families.  

Morning Coffee and Wednesdays:

Join Morning Coffee Wednesday! We will hear from Ms. Kotelman and Ms. Gabel (6th grade cohorts). Each week Morning Coffee will feature a different cohort. 

PASSION FOR KINDNESS coming to Morning Coffee!

On Morning Coffee Wednesday, September 23rd we will host Tamara Letter, author of “A Passion for Kindness.”  https://www.tamaraletter.com/  We are very excited, as this is a powerful, inspiring and positive book. Please mark your calendars, and we encourage you to get a copy to read!

Remember we have a staff meeting following Morning Coffee, and following that cohort and grade level teams are meeting to plan and prepare awesome lessons and projects. 

STUDENTS should follow their schedule and work on ALEKS, iReady, and class assignments on Wednesday. They should also schedule breaks, go outside, and read! 

Thanks for your patience and participation! Call or email if you have any questions, needs, concerns. We are in trouble-shooting and customer service mode, and we want to support you and ensure you have a great learning experience. 

Thank you, 

Principal Mokelke

(907) 360-1059 Cell

mokelke_adam@asdk12.org 

First Day of School 2020

 Dear STrEaM community,

Tomorrow is my favorite day of the year, every year: THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!

Although we start the school year virtually, we are excited for this year and committed to a rich, robust and engaging learning experience. We will work closely together; parents, staff, students and supports, to make this year incredible!

Tomorrow we kick off the year with an assembly online, or a "Zoom-sembly" to greet all of our students. Parents, I am sorry but this is for students only! Please have students log in, using their full real name, and stress the importance of appropriate online participation and behavior.

Here is the link for your students:
Topic: 1st Day STrEaM Zoomsembly
Time: Aug 20, 2020 09:00 AM Alaska

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84123217156?pwd=aUoxR09lajlCbm0vUlZMT1pxRDVMUT09

Meeting ID: 841 2321 7156
Passcode: (see your email please)

If you are concerned because you haven't received schedules, Zoom session information, or information about classes, be assured teachers will call you tomorrow or Friday, and you don't have to worry about anything but the assembly for now.

We're here to serve. Thank you all for your excellent engagement so far, and we look forward to continuing our strong communication and partnerships.

Thank you,

Mr. Mokelke

RAPIDS REPORT 8-17-20

THE RAPIDS REPORT

 Dear STrEaM Families,

For those of you interested in our request to add a 5th grade cohort, this request has been denied. We did our due diligence with this request based on parent interest. Changes to this degree of a school's charter and contract with the ASD must go through a series of reviews and approvals by the Anchorage School District School Board and The Alaska Department of Education and Early Development. We appreciate the support and interest from our parents of 5th graders, and look forward to your child joining us for 6th grade!

Anchorage STrEaM Virtual Open House is TOMORROW (Tuesday 8/18) at 5:30pm! Meet us on Zoom (we will simulcast on YouTube). Join Zoom Meeting:
https://asdk12.zoom.us/j/95709245594?pwd=SDVxTXJyMTRBMmN6clJ5MEIrODdidz09
Meeting ID: 957 0924 5594. Passcode: 385793
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/adammokelke

Morning Coffee this Wednesday 8:00 AM:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://asdk12.zoom.us/j/189887262?pwd=dGl6NlExZTRJMmVGUE9ET3ZjeHVtUT09
Meeting ID: 189 887 262.  Passcode: MORNING
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/adammokelke

Please take the Morning Coffee Survey: https://forms.gle/aSU6rKCWV7tRw1ub8

First day of school is THURSDAY! We start with an online welcome assembly at 9:00 AM on Zoom (for students). Thursday and Friday will be reserved for individual parent-teacher meetings. Teachers will be calling you to make appointments!

Technology: If you requested a Chromebook, please call to arrange pick up with Mrs. Atkins!

Much more info to come!

Mr. Mokelke