Queens Explorers

Announcements

• Please Read!  Google Meet and Google Classroom Stream Norms

  March 26, 2020

  Dear Parents,

  The teachers of Queens Explorers will be scheduling groups on Google Meet as another way to teach during remote learning.  As we move forward Remote Learning, we are learning systems and protocols that will be beneficial to the entire learning community.  In order to ensure a positive learning experience for all students, there are some Google Meet Norms that every student must adhere to.  We want Google Meet to be a safe and positive tool that students can use for learning.  Please see the norms for ALL students below:

  Google Meet Norms and Regulations:

  Students should be in a “working space.” This is a quiet place where they can focus and be present.

  -No TV, EATING, or TOYS during the lessons!
  -Log on ONLY at the requested time of Google Meeting. If there is no teacher present, please log out and try again. Wait for the teacher to be present.
  -Students must be prepared and have all materials needed for the lesson.
  -Microphones must be off, students should be listening to the teacher until prompted.
  -Students can raise their hand if they have a question or comment but there will be a time throughout the lesson when teachers will ask for questions.
  -Before meeting: questions students have from previous work.
  -During or after meeting: questions on current work.
  -Parent questions will be answered on ClassDojo during office times. Google Meet is for teacher/ student lessons. The students should be in front of the camera for the learning experience, not the parents.

  
  All students must hang up when asked by the teacher.

  Further Guidance on Technology Devices:

  Turn off devices each day - only use for instructional purposes and shut down at night. Keep your device as safe as possible. If it breaks, there will not be an immediate replacement. 

  Further Guidance on Google Classroom Stream:

  Stream is only for instructional conversations only. Please do not hold social conversations on the Classroom Stream. 
  If parents are posting questions on the stream, please be aware that these are public venues. Any individual questions for the teacher that you need answered should be done through Dojo.

  Again, I know that Remote Learning is new to all of us.  We understand that in this learning process, frustrations may arise.  Please ask questions to your child’s teacher and understand that we are all doing our best to provide instruction to your children.  We all need to be understanding of this transitional process.  Thank you again for your continued support and cooperation! 

  Best,
  Melissa Compson

  Founding Principal, Queens Explorers Magnet School

  P.S. 316Q Queens Explorers

• Breakfast and Lunch

  Free Meals: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/food/free-meals

  The New York City Department of Education is committed to making three free meals available daily for all NYC children.

  Beginning March 23, meals will be distributed at more than 400 sites across the city. 
  Three meals a day, including breakfast, will be available to all NYC children
  Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 1:30 pm at locations across the city.
  Use our site lookup tool to find a location near you! 

  J.H.S. 210 Elizabeth Blackwell (0.18 mi) 93-11 101 AVENUE QUEENS, NY 11416, District 27 Queens, DOH Inspection Report
  P.S. 060 Woodhaven (0.54 mi) 91-02 88 AVENUE QUEENS, NY 11421, District 27 Queens, DOH Inspection Report
  M.S. 137 America's School of Heroes (0.72 mi) 109-15 98 STREET QUEENS, NY 11417, District 27 Queens, DOH Inspection Report
  P.S. 062 Chester Park (0.82 mi), 97-25 108 STREET QUEENS, NY 11419, District 27 Queens, DOH Inspection Report

  P.S. 316Q Queens Explorers

• Need an Internet Connected Device

  Call 718-935-5100

  Option 5

  P.S. 316Q Queens Explorers

• STATE TEST UPDATE

  STATEMENT FROM BOARD OF REGENTS CHANCELLOR BETTY A. ROSA AND INTERIM STATE EDUCATION COMMISSIONER SHANNON TAHOE REGARDING ELEMENTARY- AND INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL STATE ASSESSMENTS

   

  The school closures caused by Novel Coronavirus are unprecedented and so, we have to make unprecedented decisions for our students. The administrations of the 2020 elementary- and intermediate-level State assessments have been suspended for the remainder of this school year. 

   

  It is most important that during the time of closure, schools are able to continue to focus their efforts toward local school and community needs, as they have been doing, and not be concerned about State assessments. NYSED has applied for federal waivers for testing, accountability, and reporting requirements.

   

  The priority for the Board of Regents and the Department is to ensure that districts provide continuity of instruction for students to the greatest extent possible. It is a critical component of school emergency management, as it promotes the continuation of teaching and learning and prevents learning loss while schools are closed. However, many considerations play a role in developing continuity of learning programs such as access and availability, type and quality of materials and the length of time that the various types of learning will require. We are working with districts now to receive and review their plans.

   

  We are incredibly grateful to the educators who are devoted to developing these plans in the most equitable way possible and who have provided resources for parents and children.

   

  NYSED continues to work with the Governor’s Office, the state Department of Health, the Division of Homeland Security and the Office of Children and Family Services to ensure that we are up to date on all guidance and all of our resources for schools related to COVID-19 can be found on NYSED's dedicated website. 

   

  Most of all, we hope that our students and educators are well.  We are thankful for the devotion and ongoing leadership of our teachers, administrators, school board members and parents who have gone above and beyond so that students are safe and impacted as little as possible.

   

  This suspension for the remainder of the school year applies to the following New York State testing programs:

  • New York State Grades 3-8 English Language Arts Test;
  • New York State Grades 3-8 Mathematics Test;
  • New York State Grade 4 Elementary-Level Science Test;
  • New York State Grade 8 Intermediate-Level Science Test;
  • New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test (NYSESLAT) in Grades K-12; and
  • New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) for students with severe cognitive disabilities in Grades 3-8 and high school.

  P.S. 316Q Queens Explorers