Courtesy of San Benito High School:
Dear San Benito High School parents, students, staff and community:
During the ongoing school closure in the wake of COVID-19 concerns, San Benito High School District has committed to sharing information with the public as it becomes available, including offering daily newsletter updates for as long as needed. We are in touch with county health officials and are communicating with the other school districts in the county to ensure coordination of response and services to our families.
Delivery of Instruction This Week
For now, the goal is solely to support students’ retention of previously learned content knowledge and skills to prevent regression. This means no new instruction should be occurring at this time. We recognize the frustration this brings for parents, teachers and students. San Benito High School has more than 400 students who we know do not have access to an electronic device and/or the Internet. Additionally, for our more than 370 Special Education students, we are still developing the appropriate resources necessary in order to provide the legally binding accommodations found in students’ IEPs and 504s.
What is expected of teachers right now?
- Update all grades in Aeries by 4 p.m., Tuesday, March 17.
- Post or share review opportunities with their students.
- We recognize that not all students can or will participate in what has been outlined above. No grade will be given to review work.
What is expected of students right now?
Students will receive information through Aeries communicator, Google Classrooms, all social media platforms, and/or mail regarding the opportunities for sustaining and reviewing the course content. Student communication will be initially sent through the Principal’s Office. However, we are working on a system that will give teachers an opportunity to systematically communicate with their students.
Through the encouragement of SBHS staff, students may participate with review work. Completed work cannot be expected from all students so, therefore, it will not be graded. The work is solely to support the retention of previously learned material.
What is expected of the district right now?
- We are developing further plans for distance learning in the event of an extended school closure.
- We are compiling information and resources on a centrally located staff Wiki page.
- We will keep in regular communication as developments and decisions are made.
Adult Education Program on hiatus
The closure of San Benito High School includes Adult Education classes, which normally meet meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Room 454 . Please check back for updates.
Internet Service Guidance For Parents and Students
Click here to read about Internet options for families, including discounts or free plans offered by service providers in the wake of the COVID-19 situation.
Curricular planning going forward
Our plan is fluid. Until further recommendations are made by the State, the district will provide educational opportunities where feasible. Our goal remains to support our students by providing a positive environment, even if that environment is no longer a physical learning space. We appreciate the flexibility, patience, and support of students, parents and Baler staff.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding curriculum and instruction, please contact Educational Services Director Elaine Klauer via email at [email protected] .
