WHS Class of 2020 Virtual Town Hall Meeting

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WHS Class of 2020 Virtual Town Hall Meeting For Seniors and Parents April 17,

WHS Class of 2020 Virtual Town Hall Meeting For Seniors and Parents April 17, 2020 at 6: 30 pm

Meeting Agenda Welcome Icebreaker Academics Virtual Classrooms and Expectations Laptop Distribution for students without

Meeting Agenda Welcome Icebreaker Academics Virtual Classrooms and Expectations Laptop Distribution for students without a device in the home Senior Project AP Exam Finals Last Day for Seniors Senior Events Graduation Q&A

Icebreaker What is the first thing you will do when the stay at home

Icebreaker What is the first thing you will do when the stay at home order is lifted?

Academics Virtual Classrooms & Expectations You Are Not Finished Just Yet! Be sure to

Academics Virtual Classrooms & Expectations You Are Not Finished Just Yet! Be sure to log in to your classes each day. Try to prioritize and pace your work so that you can avoid feeling overwhelmed. Reach out to teachers if you have questions or concerns. Grades Still Matter! Remember that: College acceptances can STILL be revoked. Scholarships can STILL be rescinded. And we say this with LOVE because we care about you and your future.

Academics Laptop Distribution Date & Time: Laptops will be distributed only to those students

Academics Laptop Distribution Date & Time: Laptops will be distributed only to those students who DO NOT have access to a device in their home. If you meet the above qualification, please complete the survey by going to www. baltimorecityschools. org and pressing the "food and technology survey" button. Laptops for seniors will be distributed at Western High School.

Academics Senior Assessments AP Exams- AP Exams ARE Happening! BCPSS Senior Project- We are

Academics Senior Assessments AP Exams- AP Exams ARE Happening! BCPSS Senior Project- We are working on determining how we will implement this project for WHS seniors. Senior Finals- We are working on determining how we will proceed with “traditional” finals for WHS seniors.

Last Day for Seniors The district has not released information indicating a change of

Last Day for Seniors The district has not released information indicating a change of the last day for seniors. We will continue with the expectation that seniors will end the school year on the original end date. Students and families will be notified in the event of a change.

Senior Events The district has not officially canceled senior events for Baltimore City Schools.

Senior Events The district has not officially canceled senior events for Baltimore City Schools. However, we have begun preparations for cancelation in an effort to expedite refunds at the appropriate time. Parent- Daughter Tea Senior Prom In the event that we are able to safely host events that are in compliance with state orders, we will resume planning for these events. Senior Banquet

Senior Events Decision Day! Senior Spirit Week Senior Farewell Decision Day: We will host

Senior Events Decision Day! Senior Spirit Week Senior Farewell Decision Day: We will host a virtual decision day! We are asking that students submit a photo od themselves with their School of Choice. Senior Spirit Week: Let’s bring back some of the excitement for all that you’ve accomplished so far! Please submit your ideas for Senior Spirit Week theme days to Ms. Walcott. Senior Farewell: In the event that we are unable to host events, we would like your suggestions for alternatives to senior farewell. If the situation permits, we will work together to celebrate this day with your fellow dove sisters on a future date.

Graduation This time of crisis had an exceptional impact on the class of 2020

Graduation This time of crisis had an exceptional impact on the class of 2020 students. We know that you have worked hard and are all looking forward to the opportunity to celebrate your success with family and friends on Graduation Day. We want nothing more than to make this event a reality for you. In the event that we are unable to have our traditional graduation, We would like to offer the following alternatives: Live Stream Virtual Ceremony Graduation Video Graduation Slide Show Please use the poll to submit your response. We understand that there is no true replacement for our traditional Western High School Graduation, and are willing to plan a ceremony for a later date, if the situation permits.

Recap Continue to log in and complete work for Fourth Quarter. It still counts!

Recap Continue to log in and complete work for Fourth Quarter. It still counts! If you are in need of a laptop, please complete the survey by going to www. baltimorecityschools. org and pressing the "food and technology survey" button. AP Exams are happening. Information about senior finals and the district’s senior project will be provided to you soon. The last day of school for seniors has not changed. We are working to finalize the status of Parent Daughter Tea, Senior Banquet, and Senior Prom and determine how and when to distribute refunds if necessary. We would like to continue planning for a virtual Decision Day and Senior Spirit Week. We welcome considerations for alternatives to Senior Farewell. We would like your feedback on the alternative ideas for Commencement. Please use the poll to submit a response.

Q&A We will provide answers to

Q&A We will provide answers to

Beauty & Brains, Must We Remind… Class of 2020 Is One of a Kind!

Beauty & Brains, Must We Remind… Class of 2020 Is One of a Kind!

Thank You! Class of 2020

Thank You! Class of 2020