Dear SC Families,

We are excited to start our school year again on September 8th. While we will begin our learning in a virtual setting, we are working to provide the best learning experience for all students.  We will continue to send out more information to parents and students as we iron out all the details.  Our goal is to provide an enhanced and rigorous virtual learning experience. 

As many of you have noticed, student’s class schedules are posted in Home Access Center.  If you have a missing class, especially for the first quarter, please reach out to your counselor to schedule an appointment to finalize your course load. 

South Carroll will follow a traditional bell schedule, with some modifications, for virtual learning.  

South Carroll Virtual Learning Schedule

Our goal is to try to provide a similar structure to what our students are familiar with and what will help us easily move into a hybrid setting if/when the Board of Education decides.  Distance learning for this upcoming semester will require more engagement from our students.  Teachers will be providing more instruction and detail to their students at the beginning of the year.  In general, students should log-in to Google Meets at the appropriate time for each mod, just like they would try to get to class on time in the building.  Teachers will provide direct instruction or give directions at the beginning of each class period, followed by class activities, independent practice/support, or group work.  Cav Time can be used by students as needed.  Students will be expected to check-in with their advisor each Wednesday. 

We understand that some families have limited connectivity and access to devices.  Families are encouraged to complete the intention form survey that was sent out earlier in the week.  This information will allow us to do our best to support you. We also understand that there are many questions still to be answered.  Our administrators, teachers, and counselors are working hard to prepare.  I am proud of the work that our teachers are doing to prepare for the upcoming year.  Next week, we will be mailing  information home to students including login usernames and passwords. Please look for that to come home. Underclassmen yearbooks will be distributed in the fall.  Parking spaces, including senior spaces will not be issued until school returns on campus.  

We appreciate your flexibility and support.  We look forward to working with you in the coming weeks. 

Christina Dougherty

Principal

South Carroll High School