2020-2021 School Year

Details for the 2020-2021 School Year:

The 2020-2021 school year will begin with Comprehensive Distance Learning due to the criteria for in-person learning established by the Oregon Department of Education. In order to return to in-person learning, SCS is required to meet specific metrics. You can find the required metrics published here. The latest county metrics can be found here, and a helpful visual dashboard is available here. As we have students and staff from multiple counties, based on current enrollment we must meet the metrics for both Washington and Yamhill counties. There is a possibility we may also be required to meet metrics in Clackamas County, however we are currently in communication with our Local Health Authority to see if this is required for our school. We will be continually monitoring the metrics while in Comprehensive Distance Learning and will notify families of any impending changes. Once the criteria for in-person instruction is met, SCS will move to a hybrid model, with students attending in-person 2 days a week and 2 days of distance learning. More information about this model will be provided as we get closer to meeting the requirements for in-person learning.

View the 2020 Back to School Newsletter here.

Classroom Toolkits:

Student Expectations

Students are expected to attend a full day each school day (Monday-Thursday).  The morning will be online with live lessons from 9-12 and the afternoon is offline with time for projects, homework, skill practice and other academics. Links to recordings of live lessons or alternative ways to get caught up will be provided if a session is missed.

FAQ’s

Are uniforms required during distance learning? We encourage students to be in uniform while learning from home, however it is not required. 

Where can I find a daily schedule? Daily schedules for each grade are available in the classroom toolkits listed above.

What’s the best way to schedule a meeting with my student’s teacher? The best way to contact the teacher is by email to request a meeting or phone call.

What if my child will be absent or will miss a session? Please email the office at office@sherwoodcharterschool.org to let us know if you student will be absent, even if it is just part of the day.

Are there any opportunities for students to socialize outside of classroom time? We have added an optional elementary virtual recess and a middle school virtual hangout time to our online opportunities. Hosted by Mrs. Buchanan, our school counselor, this will be a great time for students to chat with their classmates and get to know one another. Please refer to these schedules for the specific times for each grade: Elementary K-5 Virtual Recess, Middle School Virtual Hangout

How can I see upcoming pick up days and other school events? All upcoming events can be found on our school events calendar here.

What communication can I expect to receive? Each week you will receive the Thursday Email from the office, be sure to read it for news regarding upcoming events, new opportunities and more. You will also receive weekly communication from your student’s teacher as well as a weekly Guardian Summary from Google Classroom.

How can I view my student’s current grades or missing assignments? You can see student grades and attendance in our Synergy ParentVue portal. View more and find the login link here.

This page will be updated as more details are confirmed.

The Sherwood Charter School Blueprint for reentry can be found below:

Operational Blueprint for the 2020-2021 school year

Communicable Disease Management Plan