Month: September 2021

Back by popular demand, the Highpoint Mall Virtual Masterclass Series Highpoint Academy will once again offer fun and interactive cooking, science, craft and dance activities for kids during the school holidays – from the comfort of their own homes via Highpoint’s Instagram TV channel.

Created for children aged five to 12, the two-week masterclass series will include four easy-to-follow masterclass videos posted every Monday and Thursday with their corresponding worksheets and study guides downloadable from the Highpoint website. All the necessary utensils can be found easily at home or at the local supermarket.

In addition to the video master classes, free on-the-go activity packs will be available for pickup at the Highpoint Academy booth located in the Highpoint Fresh Food District. The packs will rotate every other day with fun additions to the online videos to keep the kids entertained.

“We are delighted to once again host the second season of our popular digital school vacation program; Academy of High Places. A mix of virtual masterclasses designed to stimulate creativity, imagination, and hands-on play is complemented by collectable activity packs that families can pick up while shopping for essentials. It’s convenient for parents and ensures that kids can still experience the magic of school vacations, ”said Rachel Duggan, GPT Regional Managing Director.

This year’s masterclass series will welcome new and old hosts including pastry stars Alice Bennet (@Misstrixiedrinkstea) and Alisha Henderson (@sweetbakes), scientist and founder of SciencePlay Kids, Dr Loz, mother and daughter artists Darcy and Brodie from See Make Play and local Hip-Hop King Jack May.

Kids will enter the magical world of science from home with Dr. Loz, as she turns everyday household items like milk in the fridge into a thrilling and lasting experience. All Highpoint Academy masterclasses, downloadable activities and take-out packs are free to the community.

With the school holidays kicking off today, RSPCA Victoria has engaged AFL legend Tom Mitchell to help spread the word about DIY dog grooming as part of a series of dog grooming sessions. fun, informative and interactive virtual education for the whole family to enjoy in the comfort of their own homes.

Starting September 21, the virtual session program covers everything from caring for injured small animals and wild animals to more in-depth training courses covering topics such as cat and dog behavior and first aid skills for pets, dispensed by industry experts.

A highlight will be a special DIY dog grooming tutorial with RSPCA Ambassador Victoria, AFL Brownlow medalist, and recently announced as Hawthorn’s best and fairest player, Tom Mitchell. Along with his two dogs, Tom will be joined by grooming expert Natalie West of the igroom hub, who will provide dog owners with basic grooming tips that can easily be done at home.

The RSPCA Victoria understands how important it is for dog owners to keep their dogs clean and mat free during lockdown and believe this course will be perfect for teaching dog owners the basic skills they need to keep the dog safe. their dogs’ coats in good condition if they are unable to undertake their regular grooming regimen.

RSPCA Victoria CEO Dr Liz Walker says: “Grooming is not only for cosmetic reasons, but is also important for well-being. Grooming prevents and removes sore mats and can help with ticks, fleas, and molting, so having the option to take this course will give people the basic skills they need to easily maintain a healthy coat. their dog at home.

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The following sessions will be offered:

Pocket Pet Care and Enrichment – Date: September 21 – Cost: FREE RSPCA experts host an interactive live session that provides education to keep your rabbits and guinea pigs happy, healthy and thriving, including vital information on the specific needs of small animals in terms of nutrition, shelter, exercise and health, common veterinary care problems and enrichment. Book here: https://rspcavictoria.weteachme.com/classes/1039997-pocket-pet-care-and-enrichment

What To Do With Wildlife – Date: September 22 – Cost: FREE Join RSPCA Victoria in partnership with wildlife experts from Wildlife Victoria in an informative session on Australia’s beautiful wildlife, including how to care for any injured wildlife they might find. Book here: https://rspcavictoria.weteachme.com/classes/1039998-what-to-do-with-wildlife

Dog Grooming for Beginners – Date: September 23 – Cost: $ 26 Learn all about how to keep your pooch well groomed while in confinement! This course teaches dog owners the valuable basic skills they need to keep their dog clean, groomed, and mat free until they can secure a groomer appointment! We will be joined by special guest and Brownlow medalist Tom Mitchell, as groomer Natalie West gives Tom tips on how to groom his dogs at home. Book here: https://rspcavictoria.weteachme.com/classes/1039999-dog-grooming-for-beginners

Cat Behavior Basics – Date: September 27 – Cost: $ 26 Become an expert in feline behavior with this special Q&A session with our Resident Animal Behavior Consultant, Jade Currie, which gives you the opportunity to address your cat’s unique behavioral issues, to get the best out of them and keep them happy and healthy. Book here: https://rspcavictoria.weteachme.com/classes/1040001-cat-behaviour-basics

Pet First Aid – Date: September 28 – Cost: $ 26 This is one of our most popular courses for teens, where they will learn essential skills from our experts on how to care for a pet. pet in an emergency situation, including how to respond and maintain safety while helping an injured pet, common pet emergencies during warmer months, dressing wounds, performing treatments rescue and other vital skills. Book here: https://rspcavictoria.weteachme.com/classes/1037207-focused-first-aid

Dog Behavior Basics – Date: September 29 – Cost: $ 26 Perfect for aspiring dog whisperers, this course provides vital information on understanding a dog’s behavior and features a question-and-answer session with the expert in canine behavior, Jade Currie. Book here: https://rspcavictoria.weteachme.com/classes/1040006-dog-behaviour-basics

Get Cucking – Date: September 30 – Cost: $ 39 With chickens becoming an increasingly popular pet, this course provides participants with training on how to take good care of them, including nutrition, housing, enrichment, safe handling as well as information on egg production and providing an enriched living environment for chickens Book here: https://rspcavictoria.weteachme.com/classes/1036833-get-clucking

Keeping Cats Thriving Indoors – Date: October 1 – Cost: FREE Participants will learn all about the lurking outdoor dangers a cat can face, as well as strategies for keeping your beloved feline friends happy and healthy inside. Find out how to transition your outdoor cat to an indoor life in the smoothest way possible and keep them entertained and mentally stimulated. Book here: https://rspcavictoria.weteachme.com/classes/1040007-keeping-cats-thriving-inside

SAN DIEGO, September 16, 2021 / PRNewswire-PRWeb / – The San Diego Virtual School, known for its innovative approach to online learning for middle and high school students, recently unveiled a major redesign of its website. The result is a more student and family friendly site, according to Principal Diahann Mathis.

“This site will be the ultimate destination for our SDVS families to get the latest happenings and events within the school, as well as important resources for the online student,” Mathis said.

The website redesign implements school blocks. This leading web platform offers users integration with Google apps like Files and Classroom, as well as ADA compliant technology.

The San Diego Virtual School is a public charter school that provides free, personalized education to San Diego County college and high school students. The school’s mission is to help all students develop the academic and life skills they need to be successful in the future. To fulfill this mission, the San Diego Virtual School’s online programs provide students with more flexibility and opportunities and a more positive learning environment than is typical in a traditional classroom.

The innovative curriculum includes both asynchronous (self-paced homework) and synchronous (everyone learns together) opportunities. Lessons are presented through several types of technology modalities, including video, audio, screen sharing, and interactive tutorials. Experienced, specialized California– qualified teachers provide online courses in six areas: English, mathematics, science, foreign languages, social sciences, and physical and health education. Constant, live support from educators, including one-on-one tutoring, allows students to thrive. The school also offers a diverse portfolio of professional and technical education backgrounds for students interested in career development in industries ranging from hospitality to criminal justice.

Enrollment is open to any local student, 18 years of age or younger, looking for a safe and stable environment in which to continue their studies. The school is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), approved by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and meets University of california Admission requirements for the AG course.

Students who wish to enroll can start by filling out a brief online form at https://sdvirtualschools.com/get-started/. A school representative will contact you to explain the next steps.

To learn more about the San Diego Virtual School, please visit https://sdvirtualschools.com/.

About the San Diego Virtual School:

The San Diego Virtual School, a personalized education facility, provides distance learning opportunities for high school and high school students residing in San Diego County. Their innovative approach involves caring teachers, high quality lessons, flexible access, proven technology, constant support, essential life skills and a true high school diploma.

To learn more, visit https://sdvirtualschools.com/.

Media contact

Diahann Mathis, San Diego Virtual School, +1 619-713-7271, [email protected]

SOURCE San Diego Virtual School

With the return of Granite State Schools in person, the primary distance learning option is returning to the state’s virtual charter school, but this school is struggling to keep pace with enrollment.

Steve Kossakoski, CEO of the Virtual Learning Academy, or VLACS, recognizes the technical issues and delays in returning to families, but he asks for patience.

Because New Hampshire schools are now completely in-person, most districts recommend VLACS as a distance option. But some parents who are trying to enroll their students are having problems. A mother said she had been waiting for three weeks.

“I sent out two support tickets,” said mother Beth Paiva. “I called five times, and most of them lasted over an hour before they got disconnected.”

“I really apologize to everyone who tries to reach us,” Kossakoski said.

The CEO said that even though the school works with an average of 12,000 students during the year, a sudden 48% increase in enrollment is too difficult to follow.

“We’ve seen 2,383 more children from August 20 until now, so we’ve gone from just over 4,900 to 7,300 in a very short time,” he said.

The surge comes as VLACS updates its technology infrastructure.

“About a year and a half ago, we started updating our student information system, and in the spring we selected a new learning management system,” Kossakoski said. “We were hoping everything would work out pretty well by the end of August, and we just need more time.”

Education Commissioner Frank Edelblut has said he has confidence in VLACS.

“We have seen them throughout the pandemic intensify and provide exceptional educational opportunities for so many students, and I have no doubt that they will be able to continue this level of service in the future,” said Edelblut.

Kossakowski said the school has hired additional staff who work long hours, but it could take another two to three weeks before things run smoothly.

GREENVILLE, NC (WNCT) – Some local parents are asking school boards to reconsider offering a virtual schooling option for the 2021-2022 school year.

This demand comes as cases of COVID-19 increase in K-12 schools. The state’s Department of Health and Human Services reported that more than 9,600 children tested positive for COVID-19 in the week of August 22 alone. It was officially the first week back to school for many districts.

Greene County offered a virtual option before the start of the school year. Applications for this were closed about a week before the start of classes. In Greene County, approximately 80 students have registered for virtual learning. Greene County Schools Superintendent Patrick Miller told 9OYS that option is now closed and will not become available. Miller said it’s because the county is contracting out for his virtual learning.

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Bertie County parent and nurse Latoya Thompson has created an online petition, asking the school board to change its mind.

For children who have underlying health issues or who may have someone at home, this would give them a better chance of controlling the disease in their home. I understand that some parents don’t want this option which is why I say it is optional for parents. Those who want to send theirs, let them send them, those who think that it is beneficial for their family to keep their children at home, that they keep their children at home.

Latoya Thompson, Parent and Bertie County Nurse

Thompson said it can also be difficult for children to understand why they need to wear a mask and social distancing, they are physical beings who learn through touch and sensation. It does not surprise her therefore by the number of cases that there are already in schools.

Other parents don’t feel the same way. We reached out to the community on social media and responses were shared. Some parents believe that the option should be offered to those who want it, others do not believe that it should be offered at all.

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Some against the virtual option say the situation is not as drastic as it is claimed. Others note that children may not get as sick as adults from COVID. Another argument is that children have been out of school for too long, they need this in-person instruction to be successful. And others simply cannot afford the extra costs it would take for their children to learn virtually at home.

9OYS also spoke with Katherine Beavers of Greenville Pediatrics to hear what they are seeing regarding cases of COVID in children. The numbers they see are staggering.

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“It started happening about three weeks ago, almost instantly,” she said. “We see twice as many children, around 120 a day now in our sick room.”

Beavers also said they had to close their largest office to only accommodate sick and COVID-positive children. She said it created a backlog of appointments for things like regular checkups and required medicals.

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Beavers had to ask the Pitt County School Board to contact the state and request an extension. She says they “can’t physically fit all these children into our other two offices, because we see all these sick children.”

9OYS has contacted schools in Bertie County for their response to requests for virtual learning options, but has not received a response.