Option 2 FAQ

Answer:  Yes, we have alerted the PLP Tech department and the 45 minute time limit is being extended to 120 minutes. 

Answer:  Yes, the entire PLP system was updated with the Oakwood calendar, which took out our "vacation days" such as Labor Day and Thanksgiving break, resulting in fewer days to complete the work for the first semester.  We realize this change is causing students to appear behind on the pacing so there will be no penalties for late work.  The PLP Virtual Instructors know about this situation and understand it may take some time for the students to get back on track.  The pacing is just a suggested timeline for students.

Answer:  Regarding the science courses, the learning objectives for the classes are met throughout the lessons.  Many of the labs are optional.  To complete the general lessons (excluding the labs), students will not need any of lab resources and can work through the content with typical household items.  

To see the science supply list and other needed materials for grades K-6, please review the following:

Kindergarten - 2nd grade
3rd grade Science
4th grade Science
5th grade Science
6th grade Science

Answer:  The NI signifies the student needs improvement/intervention.

Answer:  Instructors' responsibilities are to grade and to provide content-related feedback to students through the feedback tool.  Mentors' responsibilities are to help the student navigate through courses and to make adjustments through the courses based on teachers' recommendations, such as opening up courses if students need access.  Mentors can open up course work so students can see lessons ahead of time.  SchoolsPLP mentors are trained on the SchoolsPLP software and are able to do functions on the software that many others could not. 

If students and/or parents have content-related questions, they should ask the Instructor. If the have questions that are not content related but more user, system or error questions, they should direct them to the Mentor. 

Answer:  The supply lists for PE are all optional. The teachers will work with students who may not have these supplies and the students can move through the content easily.

Answer:  No student should wait more than two hours to hear a response from a mentor between the hours of 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.   Always message the PLP Mentor first.  You will be able to pick them out by looking for "VI-MENTOR" in between their first and last name.

Answer:  In order to access the classroom, you must first read the mentor message and respond to the mentor. You will then gain access to the classroom. 

Answer:  The teachers affiliated with SchoolsPLP have a "VI" - virtual instructor - before their name. These are the teachers who will be able to help you with questions related to the Schools PLP content and coursework. One of these "VI" teachers is separately listed as the "Mentor.”  This person will appear on each of your child's classes. She or he will be the best person to ask questions related to the overall platform and pacing across classes.

Answer:  Adjusting to a new mode of instruction is a challenge.  It can take some students longer to adjust to new routines and new expectations.  We believe students will gain more independence with more practice and experience with SchoolsPLP.  The commitment to Option 2 is for the first semester.  If students wish to return to face-to-face instruction second semester, we will welcome them back.