Distance Learning Resources
Distance Learning Resources
As our district adjusts to Distance Learning, we want to ensure all Unit 4 students and families stay up-to-date and informed.
We’ve provided the resources you’ll need to start the school year, as well as answers to questions and concerns you might have. With everyone’s cooperation, we can move forward successfully and safely.
Beginning the week of Oct. 26 Families will have two options:
Option 1 – Distance Learning
Families/students can remain with distance learning and receive 2.5 hours of distance learning instruction each day with a teacher, and 2.5 hours of structured, independent learning each day.
Option 2 – Modified In-Person Learning At Their School
Families/students can attend 2.5 hours of in-person instruction with a teacher, and then continue with 2.5 hours of structured independent learning 4 days per week – Tuesday to Friday.
NOTE: Monday will be a remote distance learning day only for all elementary students
| Monday | Tuesday - Friday |
|---|---|
|
All students Structured independent learning 7:50 - 10:20 Distance learning 11:35 - 2:05 |
Option 2 - (Modified In-Person) In-person learning 7:50 - 10:20 (2.5 hours of structured independent learning) |
|
Option 1 - (Distance Learning) Distance learning 11:35 - 2:05 (2.5 hours of structured independent learning) |
*This schedule applies to Early Start Schools: Carrie Busey, Dr. Howard, IPA, Kenwood, Robeson, Stratton, and Westview
| Monday | Tuesday - Friday |
|---|---|
|
All students Distance learning 8:55 - 11:25 Structured independent learning 12:40 - 3:10 |
Option 1 - (Distance Learning) Distance learning 8:55 - 11:25 (2.5 hours of structured independent learning) |
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Option 2 - (Modified In-Person) In-person learning 12:40 - 3:10 (2.5 hours of structured independent learning) |
*This schedule applies to Late Start Schools: Barkstall, Bottenfield, BTW, Garden Hills, and South Side
| Time | Details |
|---|---|
| 9:00 - 9:25 | 1st Period |
| 9:30 - 9:55 | 2nd Period |
| 10:00 - 10:25 | 3rd Period |
| 10:30 - 10:55 | 4th Period |
| 11:00 - 11:25 | Lunch |
| 11:30 - 11:55 | 5th Period |
| 12:00 - 12:25 | 6th Period |
| 12:30 - 12:55 | 7th Period |
| 1:00 - 1:25 | 8th Period |
| 1:30 - 2:15 | Daily Student Office Hours |
| Time | Details |
|---|---|
| 8:00 - 8:45 | Daily Student Office Hours |
| 9:00 - 9:30 | 1st Period |
| 9:35 - 10:05 | 2nd Period |
| 10:10 - 10:40 | 3rd Period |
| 10:45 - 11:15 | 4th Period |
| 11:20 - 11:50 | 5th Period |
| 11:55 - 12:25 | 6th Period |
| 12:30 - 1:00 | 7th Period |
| 1:05 - 1:35 | 8th Period |
* Headphones are recommended for all.
All Unit 4 students will have a Google Chromebook and a charger.
If you have a Chromebook and are having an issue with it, please contact our help desk at (217) 351-3801 or email: helpdesk@u4sd.org.
We also have a document of frequently asked questions available here: bit.ly/ITParentFAQ21
The IT department has created a system in which we can repair Chromebooks while providing safety to students and staff. We also have a Google Document which shows some basic troubleshooting issues. That document can be found here: bit.ly/U4ChromebookIssues
The following steps must be followed by the student/parent before coming to get their Chromebook repaired:
For families who DO NOT have any internet access at home, there will be several options available. Please keep in mind that we’re prioritizing internet access to those families who need it most. (If your family already has internet access and you experience connection issues, please DO NOT call the Unit 4 Help Desk line, as we are unable to troubleshoot 3rd-party internet service at your home. Instead you will need to call your internet service provider.)
Option 1
Unit 4 wi-fi will be accessible in select Unit 4 buildings’ parking lots and public spaces including:
Option 2
Option 3
The District has partnered with Comcast to provide home internet services to families FOR ONE YEAR through a promotional code. This is for families who currently DO NOT have internet access. This will not be available for families who currently have service through Comcast or other providers. To request a promo code, please reach out to your student(s) building for more information.
If your family is unable to use the Comcast codes, we have a very limited amount of wireless hotspots for families to use. These have limited speed and data capacity, and should be limited to school work. If your family fits into this category, please reach out to your student(s) building for more information.
During Distance Learning, the District will distribute 5-day meal boxes, similar to what we did during spring and summer 2020 COVID-19 school closures.
You’ll have two options to get meals: drive-thru sites or at-home delivery.
DRIVE-THRU
AT-HOME DELIVERY
For questions or concerns contact Food Services at (217) 351-3852 or email foodservice@u4sd.org.
The District deadline for physical and immunization compliance for new students, kindergarten, 6th, 9th, and 12th (immunization only) grades has been extended to October 15, 2020.
Do not delay in scheduling your student for their exam. There are many opportunities for exams in our community.
Exclusion from school may occur if documentation is not received by October 15, 2020.
