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Be Empowered - Know the Trends in E-learning
Interesting article on giving students access to the most powerful learning tool . . . their cell phones: http://goo.gl/FBY6p
E-learning Success Stories
ELAs, teachers, administrators, parents, and students, submit your stories here: http://goo.gl/MMt7t Please tell how virtual learning has made a difference!
GenerationText SuperUsers
Follow this link to nominate your SuperUsers!
Teach for NCVPS
NCVPS is actively recruiting teachers in all areas. You must hold an SP II NC Teaching License and have taught for four years in North Carolina. Check all the details here: http://www.ncvps.org/index.php/teach-for-ncvps/
Featured Links
>Follow this link for details on our LOCK Webinar Series. The series keeps district leaders apprised of NCVPS operations.
>Click here for the online District and School Semester Checklist.
>Click here for the online Getting Started Checklist for NCVPS Students.
>Please follow this link to SchoolTube to watch a short video on the registration process.
>Follow this link to the new E-learning Advisors Portal.
>Click here for the NCVPS district calendar.
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New Items
Grade Reports and Progress Reports - Tuesday, November 1
Our first weighted grade reports for traditional and yearlong courses will be posted in the registration system on Tuesday, November 1. We will also post progress reports for early calendar classes and credit recovery classes.
Here's a closer look at the two reports:
1) Traditional Calender Fall 2011 First Grade Report - This grade report will be for traditional calendar yearlong and block courses. The grade report will have the following two fields:
Fields on this Report:
2) EC and CR Fall 2011 Progress Rpt.
This is an unweighted progress report for standard early calendar courses. This progress report will have four fields:
Fields on this Report:
Follow this link to see how to access your grade reports: https://docs.google.com/a/ncpublicschools.gov/View?id=dfwwcvfq_1704fngh2vdv
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Peer Tutoring Center
The NCVPS Peer Tutoring Center is in full swing with our 36 tutors servicing 31 courses with peer tutoring and virtual buddies. They are also available almost around the clock to answer "quick questions" from all NCVPS students via Pronto!!
While our tutors are busy, they have the capacity for much more. We would like for you to assist us in spreading the word about the NCVPS Peer Tutoring Center at the school level. To that end,
I am including a couple promotional items here for you to distribute along with suggestions about how to use the Peer Tutoring Center to maximize our students' success!
1) Please find the PTC Services Poster here: http://goo.gl/JrYF5 This poster may be printed and posted in your computer labs or wherever NCVPS students work or pass frequently. Also consider emailing it to your NCVPS students and parents. The poster would be perfect to send home with less than stellar Progress Reports! What about your school newsletter or newspaper?
2) Please share the following video with students and parents: http://www.screencast.com/t/w2a58fgGtlGH It is an informational video that explains all about the Peer Tutoring Center and the services we provide. This video would make a great addition to your Open Houses and Orientations.
3) Be on the look out for comments on Progress Reports. NCVPS teachers have been asked to use the Progress Report comments to refer students to the Peer Tutoring Center for services. If an instructor makes notations about a student struggling with a specific unit or topic, that student might benefit from peer tutoring. If an instructor comments about a student not getting assignments in on time or not attempting all assignments, that student might benefit from a virtual buddy.
4) What do you see at the school? Students that are not focused on their work? Students that wait until the last minute to work on projects? Have students told you they just don't get it? The Peer Tutoring Center can help!! You may refer them to their NCVPS Instructor or to the Tutoring Center button within their course for more information.
5) For more information on the Peer Tutoring Center, please follow this link: http://goo.gl/XKCqq
Thank you for all that you do for our students. Your role as an eLA is varied, but priceless!!
_________________________________________________________________________
NC WISE Update on SSNs/VTINs
NCWISE was not yet updated to receive real NCVPS teacher SAR data, as of Monday this week. (SSNs/state ID numbers for the VTINs). A preliminary process is anicipated before actually updating NCWISE. A NCWISE bulletin will go out after converting the VTIN numbers on the NCWISE database.
If Data Managers or Coordinators are concerned about submitting their SAR data with the VTINs still on the NCWISE database, please inform them not to worry. In the SAR load process, there are crosswalks built into the procress that will post to SAR correctly, so long as the VTIN is accurate.
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On the Calendar: A Look Ahead
Friday, October 28
Start 2nd Session Health - Traditional Calendar
Tuesday, November 1
Grade Reports - Traditional Calendar
Wednesday, November 2
Day 3 Status Reports 2nd Session Health - Traditional Calendar
Thursday, November 10
Last Day to Transfer in Early Calendar
Wednesday, November 16
Progress Reports in Registration Ssytem
Wednesday, November 30
Progress Reports in Registration System
Previous Items
Interventions for Low-Performing or At-Risk Students
If you have students who are low-performing, under-performing, or at-risk for any reason, NCVPS has a number of intervention strategies for districts and school to follow.
Exam Proctoring
If a student is taking a course solely independently from home, the parent/guardian can be the proctor during testing. It is recommended for ELAs to identify, in advance, who will be proctoring online testing and communicate back to the teacher.
_________________________________________________________________________
Teacher "State ID" and missing VTINs
When pulling the "Missing SSNs and State ID Numbers" adhoc report from NC WISE, any records that have missing information are anticipated to be populated with this week's import update of NCVPS teacher information to NC WISE. Re-pull this report next week. If there are still data gaps, contact the NCVPS helpdesk. http://www.help.ncvps.org/
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NCVPS OCS Blended Learning program!
Want to learn more about the OCS Blended Learning program and its successes?
Check out our webpage: http://www.ncvps.org/index.php/courses/ocs-blended/
Here you can read about the program, read testimonials, and see the latest newsletter designed for the classroom partner teachers! _________________________________________________________________________
Why NCVPS Credit Recovery?
Why should you choose NCVPS credit recovery?
Because it is a program completely different from all other credit recovery options -- it focuses on the STUDENT and the differentiation that happens because of the powerful student/teacher relationship.
Learn more HERE! http://www.ncvps.org/index.php/courses/credit-recovery/
Check out the Testimonial link!
_________________________________________________________________________
Reminders
DISTRICT & SCHOOL INFORMATION
> DLA Contact Information - Be sure to update your contact information in the registration system. Follow this link to see how to update your contact information.
> Central Office Distance Learning Coordinator: Follow this link to watch a short video that shows how to check your district's enrollment, check grades, and enroll and drop students at the school level.
> Be aware of the new State Board grading policy in credit recovery courses: http://www.ncpublicschools. org/docs/stateboard/meetings/ 2010/12/gcs/12gcs.pdf This is for NCVPS and vendor credit recovery programs.
> Find our course catalogs here: http://www.ncvps.org/index.php/courses/catalogue/
> If plan to enroll home school or private schools students into NCVPS courses through your districts, be sure to read this link first: http://www.ncvps.org/index.php/parents/homeprivate-school/
> Please become familar with the updated NCVPS IEP guidelines: http://www.ncvps.org/index.php/educators/operations-guides/
STUDENT SUPPORT
> Find information on your new Help Desk here: https://docs.google.com/document/preview?id=1xIyjRZVIJGMHhSoz2K5EE7krBSN1RzUA70bOG7M1sV8
> Follow this link to see a full list of assistive technologies that are beneficial for a variety of student disabilities: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Am5iphYrw8o_gwzsWHvO3RhhhPop81tLyhfiB-WK4g8/edit?hl=en&authkey=COv327YI&pli=1#
> If your students need tutoring help, be sure to check out our Peer Tutoring Center by following this link. http://www.ncvps.org/?s=Peer+Tutoring
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Be Empowered - Know the Trends in E-learning
Interesting article on giving students access to the most powerful learning tool . . . their cell phones: http://goo.gl/FBY6p
E-learning Success Stories
ELAs, teachers, administrators, parents, and students, submit your stories here: http://goo.gl/MMt7t Please tell how virtual learning has made a difference!
GenerationText SuperUsers
Follow this link to nominate your SuperUsers!
Teach for NCVPS
NCVPS is actively recruiting teachers in all areas. You must hold an SP II NC Teaching License and have taught for four years in North Carolina. Check all the details here: http://www.ncvps.org/index.php/teach-for-ncvps/
Featured Links
>Follow this link for details on our LOCK Webinar Series. The series keeps district leaders apprised of NCVPS operations.
>Click here for the online District and School Semester Checklist.
>Click here for the online Getting Started Checklist for NCVPS Students.
>Please follow this link to SchoolTube to watch a short video on the registration process.
>Follow this link to the new E-learning Advisors Portal.
>Click here for the NCVPS district calendar.
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New Items
Grade Reports and Progress Reports - Tuesday, November 1
Our first weighted grade reports for traditional and yearlong courses will be posted in the registration system on Tuesday, November 1. We will also post progress reports for early calendar classes and credit recovery classes.
Here's a closer look at the two reports:
1) Traditional Calender Fall 2011 First Grade Report - This grade report will be for traditional calendar yearlong and block courses. The grade report will have the following two fields:
Fields on this Report:
- · Grading Period 1: This will be a numeric grade. The lowest grade will be a 60 for any students based on the NCVPS grading policy.
- · Comments: This is for instructor feedback.
2) EC and CR Fall 2011 Progress Rpt.
This is an unweighted progress report for standard early calendar courses. This progress report will have four fields:
Fields on this Report:
- Progress Grade = Non-CR courses will report numeric progress grade.
- Comment = Instructors in both CR and standard courses will leave feedback on students.
- Number of Modules = This field is used for CR courses only.
- Status = This field is used for CR courses only.
Follow this link to see how to access your grade reports: https://docs.google.com/a/ncpublicschools.gov/View?id=dfwwcvfq_1704fngh2vdv
_____________________________________________________________
Peer Tutoring Center
The NCVPS Peer Tutoring Center is in full swing with our 36 tutors servicing 31 courses with peer tutoring and virtual buddies. They are also available almost around the clock to answer "quick questions" from all NCVPS students via Pronto!!
While our tutors are busy, they have the capacity for much more. We would like for you to assist us in spreading the word about the NCVPS Peer Tutoring Center at the school level. To that end,
I am including a couple promotional items here for you to distribute along with suggestions about how to use the Peer Tutoring Center to maximize our students' success!
1) Please find the PTC Services Poster here: http://goo.gl/JrYF5 This poster may be printed and posted in your computer labs or wherever NCVPS students work or pass frequently. Also consider emailing it to your NCVPS students and parents. The poster would be perfect to send home with less than stellar Progress Reports! What about your school newsletter or newspaper?
2) Please share the following video with students and parents: http://www.screencast.com/t/w2a58fgGtlGH It is an informational video that explains all about the Peer Tutoring Center and the services we provide. This video would make a great addition to your Open Houses and Orientations.
3) Be on the look out for comments on Progress Reports. NCVPS teachers have been asked to use the Progress Report comments to refer students to the Peer Tutoring Center for services. If an instructor makes notations about a student struggling with a specific unit or topic, that student might benefit from peer tutoring. If an instructor comments about a student not getting assignments in on time or not attempting all assignments, that student might benefit from a virtual buddy.
4) What do you see at the school? Students that are not focused on their work? Students that wait until the last minute to work on projects? Have students told you they just don't get it? The Peer Tutoring Center can help!! You may refer them to their NCVPS Instructor or to the Tutoring Center button within their course for more information.
5) For more information on the Peer Tutoring Center, please follow this link: http://goo.gl/XKCqq
Thank you for all that you do for our students. Your role as an eLA is varied, but priceless!!
_________________________________________________________________________
NC WISE Update on SSNs/VTINs
NCWISE was not yet updated to receive real NCVPS teacher SAR data, as of Monday this week. (SSNs/state ID numbers for the VTINs). A preliminary process is anicipated before actually updating NCWISE. A NCWISE bulletin will go out after converting the VTIN numbers on the NCWISE database.
If Data Managers or Coordinators are concerned about submitting their SAR data with the VTINs still on the NCWISE database, please inform them not to worry. In the SAR load process, there are crosswalks built into the procress that will post to SAR correctly, so long as the VTIN is accurate.
_________________________________________________________________________
On the Calendar: A Look Ahead
Friday, October 28
Start 2nd Session Health - Traditional Calendar
Tuesday, November 1
Grade Reports - Traditional Calendar
Wednesday, November 2
Day 3 Status Reports 2nd Session Health - Traditional Calendar
Thursday, November 10
Last Day to Transfer in Early Calendar
Wednesday, November 16
Progress Reports in Registration Ssytem
Wednesday, November 30
Progress Reports in Registration System
Previous Items
Interventions for Low-Performing or At-Risk Students
If you have students who are low-performing, under-performing, or at-risk for any reason, NCVPS has a number of intervention strategies for districts and school to follow.
- Try to establish a recurring time for student to meet with instructor (by Wimba, Pronto, or phone) for one-on-one tutoring.
- Have student sign up for NCVPS Peer Tutoring, which is available for certain courses. Go to this link to learn more: http://goo.gl/GRkwT .
- Establish peer tutoring with other successful NCVPS students at your school (if available).
- Have EC students meet with the school's EC specialist.
- See our list of assistive technologies. Go to this link to learn more: http://goo.gl/eryLQ
- Have students attend your school's review sessions (if available).
- Have students attend your school's tutoring session (if available).
- If the student taking the course off campus, consider moving the student to a lab setting, especially if the student is not logging into the course.
- If you have students in EOC courses, but sure that they take part in our EOC Reviews that are in each EOC course. Have them contact their teachers for more information.
- Establish weekly or bi-weekly contact with instructors of any at-risk students.
- Check for progress reports and report cards in the registration system. Updates are made every two weeks. You may contact teachers directly between updates to check on student progress.
Exam Proctoring
If a student is taking a course solely independently from home, the parent/guardian can be the proctor during testing. It is recommended for ELAs to identify, in advance, who will be proctoring online testing and communicate back to the teacher.
_________________________________________________________________________
Teacher "State ID" and missing VTINs
When pulling the "Missing SSNs and State ID Numbers" adhoc report from NC WISE, any records that have missing information are anticipated to be populated with this week's import update of NCVPS teacher information to NC WISE. Re-pull this report next week. If there are still data gaps, contact the NCVPS helpdesk. http://www.help.ncvps.org/
_________________________________________________________________________
NCVPS OCS Blended Learning program!
Want to learn more about the OCS Blended Learning program and its successes?
Check out our webpage: http://www.ncvps.org/index.php/courses/ocs-blended/
Here you can read about the program, read testimonials, and see the latest newsletter designed for the classroom partner teachers! _________________________________________________________________________
Why NCVPS Credit Recovery?
Why should you choose NCVPS credit recovery?
Because it is a program completely different from all other credit recovery options -- it focuses on the STUDENT and the differentiation that happens because of the powerful student/teacher relationship.
Learn more HERE! http://www.ncvps.org/index.php/courses/credit-recovery/
Check out the Testimonial link!
_________________________________________________________________________
Reminders
DISTRICT & SCHOOL INFORMATION
> DLA Contact Information - Be sure to update your contact information in the registration system. Follow this link to see how to update your contact information.
> Central Office Distance Learning Coordinator: Follow this link to watch a short video that shows how to check your district's enrollment, check grades, and enroll and drop students at the school level.
> Be aware of the new State Board grading policy in credit recovery courses: http://www.ncpublicschools. org/docs/stateboard/meetings/ 2010/12/gcs/12gcs.pdf This is for NCVPS and vendor credit recovery programs.
> Find our course catalogs here: http://www.ncvps.org/index.php/courses/catalogue/
> If plan to enroll home school or private schools students into NCVPS courses through your districts, be sure to read this link first: http://www.ncvps.org/index.php/parents/homeprivate-school/
> Please become familar with the updated NCVPS IEP guidelines: http://www.ncvps.org/index.php/educators/operations-guides/
STUDENT SUPPORT
> Find information on your new Help Desk here: https://docs.google.com/document/preview?id=1xIyjRZVIJGMHhSoz2K5EE7krBSN1RzUA70bOG7M1sV8
> Follow this link to see a full list of assistive technologies that are beneficial for a variety of student disabilities: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Am5iphYrw8o_gwzsWHvO3RhhhPop81tLyhfiB-WK4g8/edit?hl=en&authkey=COv327YI&pli=1#
> If your students need tutoring help, be sure to check out our Peer Tutoring Center by following this link. http://www.ncvps.org/?s=Peer+Tutoring
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