Tools For Students: Academic- 1. Moodle: We will be using our class moodle site to check and do our homework, check grades, upload documents, and more. 2. Online Textbook: You can use this link to access the textbook to study/do homework at home. 3. Additional Social Studies Homework Help: This link will give you access to multiple sources (readings, videos) and any additional help you need on any history/geography/civics/current events topic! www.school.discoveryeducation.com/homeworkhelp/socialstudies/web-resources.html Career- 1. Mapping Your Future: You can use this website to explore careers, plan for high school/college, and more! www.mappingyourfuture.org/MiddleHighSchool/ 2. Career Exploration: Explore various interests and see which career may be best fit for you in the future! www.bls.gov/k12/content/students/careers/career-exploration.htm Social/Emotional- 1. Self Esteem: This website will list some symptoms of low self esteem and give suggestions on how to practice positive self-esteem. It also lsits more resources you can check out! www.bandbacktogether.com/self-esteem-resources/ 2. Bullying: Define bullying, learn how to prevent it, and how to respond to it if you feel you are a victim of bullying through this website: www.stopbullying.gov Community- 1. Champaign Park District: Get involved in your community by participating in activities provided by the park district. There's sports, theater, and many other programs you can be a part of. https://champaignparks.com 2. Champaign Public Library: Explore the library site! You can look up books, events held at the library, and more. This will be a great place to study and get some extra reading done. www.champaign.org
Tools For Parents: Academic- 1. Moodle: You can check your child's homework, grades, and more through this website 2. Online Textbook: This is the link to the textbook so that you and your child may access it online Social/Emotional- 1. The Learning Community: This website will provide advice and tips on how to help your child with homework and reduce the stresses that come with homework/studying. It also encourages parent involvement in your child's education. Feel free to check it out! www.thelearningcommunity.us/tweens-and-teens/parent-school-involvement.aspx 2. Social and Emotional Learning: Understand your child's social and emotional needs by looking at the resources listed on this website. There are strategies for what to do for your child regarding school, home life, and more. www.edutopia.org/social-emotional-learning-parent-resources Community- 1. Champaign School District: Check out the district website for more information about schools, events coming up, school break/closing dates, and announcements. www.champaignschools.org 2. Champaign Public Library: Explore the library site! You can look up books, events held at the library, and more. This will be a great place for your child to study and get some extra reading done. www.champaign.org