YESS Teachers Diligent in Delivering Educational Opportunities

During these unusual times, the YESS teachers remain committed to their students. Each site differs in the way in which learning opportunities can be delivered to students, yet the teachers are incorporating unique and creative ways in doing so, at the same time abiding by social distancing norms.

At one site, teachers have used Screencastify to record lessons or to demonstrate a concept. The video is then presented to residents in all the through a built-in system within the facility. As students have questions regarding their work, their staff can call the teacher for further assistance.

Another site provides educational materials to the students through the facility staff. When questions arise a teacher can be called via FaceTime to provide clarification.

In the Transition units where students are allowed to check out Chromebooks, the teachers are able to put assignments onto Canvas and students can then access them there. Teachers are also able to use Google Meet/Hangouts to video conference with the students regarding their work.

The YESS staff are using Microsoft Teams or Google Meet for regular meetings and collaboration. Weekly trainings have also been held to provide teachers with the opportunity to learn how to use and incorporate these tools in their planning and teaching.

YESS teachers and staff are working collaboratively to ensure that we are keeping students and teachers safe and at the same time providing meaningful learning experiences for students.