FAQ for online learning - St. Ephrem Catholic Academy

I have questions, what should I do?

e-mail cmercado@stephremacademy.org or fill out this form.

How do I log into Google Classroom?

Google Classrooom

How do I register for classtag?

ClassTag

How do I log in to Readworks?

Readworks

How do I log into Mathletics?

Mathletics

How do I log into Google Meet?

Google Meet

What are the new codes for junior high Google Classroom and Google Meet?

Right Here

What are the codes for 5th grade?

Google Classroom: wq5c3yx
Google Meet: hcb-uuok-mhk

What are the codes for the 4th grade?

Ms. Maher’s class

Google Meet Video:
Maher
If you are using a laptop/desktop:
To join the video meeting, click this link: https://meet.google.com/kee-gnhv-byzIf you are using an iPad:
1-click this link:https://meet.google.com/_meet?utm_campaign=DonanimHaber&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=DonanimHaber
2-please copy and paste: “kee-gnhv-byz” as our classroom in MeetOtherwise, to join by phone, dial +1 754-666-2521 and enter this PIN: 956 109 931#We want this to be as realistic a classroom environment as possible. Please allow children to work as independently as possible.

Mr. O’Hare’s Class

Google classroom code for O’Hare 4(O): tbviscu

Google classroom code for O’Hare 4(M): qqqajdu

O’Hare Google Meet Video:

If you are using a laptop/desktop:
To join the video meeting , click this link: https://meet.google.com/ruh-dcxr-fmr

If you are using an iPad:
1- click this link: https://meet.google.com/_meet?utm_campaign=DonanimHaber&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=DonanimHaber
2-please copy and paste: “ruh-dcxr-fmr” as our classroom code in Meet.

Otherwise, to join by phone, dial +1 405-389-1114 and enter this PIN: 637 122 490#

We want this to be as realistic a classroom environment as possible. Please allow children to work as independently as possible.

What are the codes for 3rd grade?

Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ddy-yuae-kmj?utm_campaign=DonanimHaber&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=DonanimHaber

My child is in a lower grade and can not complete assignments between 9 and 1. What should I do?

It’s not a problem. Students can complete work at any point during the day and ask questions about it the next day during the 9-1 pm period. We are working on a system that will allow students to see their teachers in real-time online and ask questions. We will be rolling that out for next week. Instructions will follow later this week.

What about Math 9?

Math 9 students will meet during the scheduled 8th grade math period. Their codes can be found at the bottom of the page linked here.

We only have access to an iPad at home. Is it necessary to have a laptop to complete the assignments for 1st grade?

Yes, an iPad should be fine, but if you need a laptop you may borrow one from school while supplies last.

Are the online classes going to follow the same structure of an 8am-3pm classroom model?

No. Classes will begin at 9 am and end at 1 pm. for this week. If things change we will make that known.

How do students (6 grade) turn in math homework to their teachers? They do their HW in their notebooks. Should students scan and email the HW to the teacher?

Homework will be given via online forms. All submissions will be handled electronically.

What if my child needs assistance logging into a site, who can they contact?

E-mail, remind app, or classtag app will allow the student to contact the teacher for detailed directions.

How will the children be tested on there work?

For the first week, any assessments will be given via google forms or docs. Younger grades will be doing review work, so assessments on new work will not be given. If this closure is prolonged we will update parents and students on how assessments will be conducted. We are currently in contact with the Diocese office about this issue.

Do you anticipate closure until April 20?

Diocese of Brooklyn Announces Catholic Academies and Parish Schools

Will close until at least April 20, 2020

Superintendent of Schools Thomas Chadzutko, Ed. D., has announced today all elementary Catholic Academies and Parish Schools in Brooklyn and Queens will remain closed until April 20, 2020. This follows last week’s announcement that the schools would be closed this week, March 16-March 20, 2020, out of an abundance of caution. The decision mirrors the New York City public schools announcement made last night.

“The decision to close is based on the interdependency of services between public schools and Catholic schools,” said Dr. Chadzutko.

Many families that attend Diocesan schools depend on the New York City services such as bus transportation, meals, nurses, and crossing and security guards.

“If there was a safe way for us to open sooner, we would, but we cannot function without those essential services,” said Joan McMaster, Associate Superintendent for Principal and Teacher Personnel.

The latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control is to restrict gatherings of 50 or more people. Clearly, the school environment would be in violation.

The contingency pandemic plan, which is part of the Office of the Superintendent school crisis management plan, includes digital, distance and alternative instruction for students so that their education is not disrupted. A complete transition to that model of instruction will take place this week.

The Office of the Superintendent is in daily communication with city and state officials and is part of the Coronavirus Education Task Force of the NYC Department of Education. During this time, there is a constant reassessment of the situation and the necessary response in an effort to keep our school community safe.