Jefferson County eDays October 9, 2015 March 18, 2016 September 20, 2015

What is an eDay? Originally developed as a day when assignments are completed electronically eDay is a day in which students receive their assignments prior to the scheduled eDay These days require students to work at home and do not require physical attendance in school buildings eDay is recognized by the ALSDE as a regular day of instruction

What do we expect an eDay to look like? Instruction linked to grade level standards, Real-time learning linked to in-class learning, A reflection of a normal school day, and A valuable day of instruction and learning

Why eDays?

How can we make it work? Communication to students, parents, and community from district, principals, and teachers Teachers collaboratively planning lessons Submitting lessons for review prior to eDay Appropriate level of accountability

Common Mistakes Too much work This is the most common mistake made. No clear plan on who should be assigning work (all specials in elementary schools, only those special classes scheduled on the eDay, PE…) Type of work assigned Assignments must be a continuation of the real-time learning taking place in the classroom

Benefits of eDays Prepare students for taking ownership in their learning Allows parents to be involved in their child’s learning Provide Professional Learning Days for teachers An option to using make-up days

Reminders… eDays are new to Jefferson County Schools, students, and parents, and teachers Expect challenges Build in time to reflect on what worked well and what needs tweaking Showcase lessons that are appropriate and successful Develop a timeline for planning and communicating eDays Make adjustments before March eDay