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A Day in the Life of a Middle School Studio
An educator, also referred to as a guide, from The Forest School discusses what happens daily in the school’s middle school studio.
Virtual Advisories
Schools have incorporated virtual advisories so students can feel connected to and supported by teachers, despite not meeting in person physically.
Virtual Class Kickoff
Teachers kick off each day of virtual learning with a warm-up activity and a clear plan to set students up for success.
Homework Hotlines
Students can call a hotline or join a virtual room staffed by educators to receive help with homework or coursework when their teacher is not available.
Virtual Teacher Office Hours
Teachers provide virtual office hours to support students with challenges, problems, or questions they may have outside of normally scheduled class time.
Family Welcome Calls
Reaching out to students’ families and welcoming them to the school community can help establish strong relationships and a successful foundation for the school year.
Family Contract
Families commit to supporting their student’s journey by agreeing to a digital contract.
Family Feedback
Schools can continue improving on their model by collecting ongoing feedback from families about their opinions, needs, and suggestions for the school.
Discussion-Based Assessments
Demonstrating mastery through a one-to-one conversation with an educator, in place of a traditional written assessment.
Discussion Boards
Students can connect with their peers asynchronously in a meaningful way through online discussion boards.
Student Badges
Students collect badges to show what they have mastered on a specific pathway or skillset. These badges show qualifications on a smaller scale than a course grade or diploma.