by bculot | Feb 12, 2021 | Curriculum News
Literacy Coach Kristy Nadler arranged for four Authors and an Illustrator to visit with students at WOS and CLE on World Read Aloud Day! First and second graders were treated to a read aloud from author Annette Whipple who read from her book, Whooo Knew? The Truth: Read More: Authors Visit South Orangetown (via Zoom) from Around The World!
by bculot | Nov 19, 2020 | Curriculum News
First grade scientists at WOS are studying the patterns of the sun throughout the day by creating models with flashlights. Students are also observing the movement of shadows outside while creating sundials out of straws, sticks and playdough. Their next stop –: Read More: Young Scientists Study Sun Patterns, Engineer Problems, and Conclude Chemistry Unit with a Bang!
by bculot | Oct 2, 2020 | Curriculum News
Last summer, we held the SOCSD STEAM (VIRTUAL) Camp remotely for more than 250 students. We delivered materials and supplies to their homes to engage them in hands-on learning, and began to think about what school might look like if we reopened in the fall. We also: Read More: Thoughtful Planning Pays Off For Students, Staff, and Families!
by bculot | Sep 14, 2020 | Curriculum News
Today, SOCSD welcomed the first group of in-person students (Last Name L-Z) Our Hybrid Model (50% capacity and attendance) offers students access to our curriculum in all subject areas whether they are learning in school or at home. Teachers and staff are using new: Read More: SOCSD Welcomes First Group of In-Person Students!
by bculot | Sep 11, 2020 | Curriculum News
SOCSD students began school this week in a fully remote format. Teachers and staff used Zoom video conferencing to connect with their students live, while leveraging other learning management systems such as Google Classroom and Schoology, along with applications such: Read More: SOCSD Hybrid Model Zooms Off To A Great Start!
by SOCSD Communications | Jul 21, 2020 | Curriculum News
Last week, 25 teachers, instructional coaches and administrators across all four schools and every discipline participated in the start of an eight-day professional development workshop hosted by long-time District educational consultants IDE on hybrid learning. “Over: Read More: Teachers Train on Hybrid Learning
