Getting Started Orientation Presentation

Comienzo Presentación de Orientación

Timeline for the Rest of the School Year | Cronología para el Resto del año Escolar

Getting Started and Expectations | Empezando y Expectativas Generales

Google and Zoom | Google y Zoom

Tips for Successful Distance/Virtual Learning Environments | Consejos para el Aprendizaje de Educación Virtual a Distancia

Resources that Support our NUSD Families | Recursos para Apoyar a las Familias de NUSD

Process for Getting Answers to Questions or Concerns | Proceso para Obtener Respuestas a Preguntas y Preocupaciónes

The Parents Guide to Google Classroom

Accessing Your Google Classroom and Email

Accessing Online Programs through the Chromebook Homepage/Splash Page

Please explore the link below for online enrichment resources for families to utilize during school closures. We will continue to add to this list as we identify additional resources. Most resources do not require a log-in, unless otherwise indicated.

List of Educational Resources

Virtual Recreation and Resource Center – Mission Oaks Recreation & Park District

In an evolving situation, communication is vital. In addition to weekly communications provided by the District, NUSD will continue to inform families about updates as they become available.

Sample daily schedule (credit by Jessica McHale Photography)

Distance Learning for Preschool will be utilizing online videos and video chats to interact and provide educational and social experiences for preschool students.

We are in the process of building a daily calendar, which will include links to videos and activities for parents to follow. Students will have the opportunity to participate in a zoom classroom for 30 minutes twice a week with their teacher. To learn more, visit the Distance Learning for Preschool website.

Distance Learning for English Learners Website

NUSD Community Resources
Community Resource Guide | Guía de Recursos de la Comunidad

Community Links
211 Sacramento
Access to Food
Shelter
SMUD: Be Safe & Stay Well – We’re Here for You

State and Federal Guidance
ACLU COVID-19 Guidance
CDE COVID-19 Guidance
Privacy/FERPA Laws
Office of CIvil Rights COVID-19 Guidance
US Dept. Ed COVID-19 Guidance
Cómo Hablar Con Su Hijo Sobre COVID-19
Acceso a la Comida
Acceso a Refugio
Informe de Orientación del Departamento de Educación de California

Summer School Opportunities – June 1st – June 26th

At this time, the current landscape indicates that NUSD will need to transition Summer School for 2020 to a Distance Learning Model. To learn more about Summer School, including detailed information on programs, dates, and more, visit the Summer School webpage.

Behavior Basics, Part 1

Behavior Basics Part 1 
Behavior Basics Part 1 – Spanish
Behavior Basics Part 1 Narrated Version

Is My Child OK?

Social-Emotional Information & Strategies to Support your Children at Home (Part 1)
Social-Emotional Information & Strategies to Support your Children at Home – Spanish
Narrated Version: https://natomasunified.org/content/uploads/2020/04/Social-Emotional-Information-and-Strategies-Narrated.mp4

Resources for Getting Help

• Call or email your child’s teacher or case manager directly
• Tell a friend, teacher, principal- any trusted person- you need help
• Make a Social-Emotional Referral through the Natomas USD website: https://natomasunified.org/gethelp/
• Contact Care Solace for a community-based counseling referral: 1-888-515-0595 (https://caresolace.com/site/natomasfamilies/)
• Text Crisis Line: Text HOME to 741741 (https://www.crisistextline.org/)
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
• Use the Mental Health Website to speak with your child’s social-emotional support provider and access other resources
• Call your school’s Virtual Office
• Contact The Department Virtual Office to connect to the District Office

During our transition to distance learning, with virtual pilots now underway until we start officially on Monday, April 20th, we want to share with you that there are still opportunities for student(s) to participate in the after-school or mentoring program(s) that they have been enrolled in during the 19-20 school year. Some programs have already started reaching out to families while others will be reaching out fairly soon on how your student(s) can continue to participate virtually if they have been enrolled in the program this year.

NUSD is working closely with our program providers to offer enrichment opportunities and to continue to support engagement for students outside of their normal school instruction.  If you have any questions about your student(s) participating in the programs provided at their school(s), or if your student has not received communication from our partners according to the information provided above even though they have been enrolled for the 2019-20 school year, please contact your student’s school at the main phone number listed on the school’s website.

After-School and Mentoring Programs

Need a Chromebook for Distance Learning?
If your child is in need of a Chromebook, please contact his/her school. Visit the Virtual School Offices webpage for contact information.

Follow the links below to find instructions and tutorials on using student technology such as Chromebooks, Zoom, Google Classroom, and more:

Student Chromebook Resources

Video Conferencing Guides (Zoom and Google Hangouts)

G Suite Apps for Students

Here are some quick start guides to help you get started:

Chromebooks:

Chromebook Guide – English

Chromebook Guide – Spanish

Zoom Meetings:

How to Join a Zoom Meeting – iPad

How to Join a Zoom Meeting – Chromebook

How to Join a Zoom Meeting – Computer

Zoom Directions for Students – Spanish

HotSpots:

HotSpot Quick Guide – English

Hotspot Quick Guide – Spanish

Parents and Guardians can get access to real-time student information including grades, upcoming assignments, and attendance.

Help Desk and Password Reset

Sign in to Infinite Campus

Common Sense Media | Common Sense Media Latino

Digital Citizenship

Cyber Bullying

Safety, Privacy & Security (grades 6-12)

Family Contract for Internet Safety

Click here for information on updating Free and Reduced School Meal Application

May 20, 2020 – NUSD Launches Free Summer Meals Program for Youth 18 and Under

In our ongoing effort to continue feeding our students after the last day of school and while we are required to have limited contact with others due to COVID-19, we will continue to provide free meals to anyone 18 years and younger from May 22nd through July 31st at all 15 NUSD sites. This includes breakfast, lunch, supper, and meals that can be taken home for the weekend on Fridays.

We also want to let you know that we will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday; however, families can pick up meals for Monday this Friday along with the weekend meals.

These meals are offered to families at no charge and no paperwork is needed as long as the child(s) is present with the parent/guardian. If the child is unable to be present, parents/guardians can bring any of the following verification:

• Official letter/email from children’s school that shows children as enrolled
• Individual student report cards
• Attendance record from the Parent Portal
• Birth Certificate for children not in school
• Student ID Cards

Joey’s Food Locker is providing free food for those in need every Friday. If you are in need or know a family in need of food, visit Joey’s Food Locker. This is a mobile pick up and a walk-up with social distancing. Joey’s Food Locker can only guarantee what they have in stock while supplies last.

2019-2020 Annual School Calendar

Distance Learning Update for Special Education Video – April 15, 2020

Distance Learning Update for Special Education Presentation – April 15, 2020

Distance Learning Orientation for Special Education Families

Video de Orientación a Distancia para Educación Especial

504 Accommodation Plans

Distance Learning for Special Education Website | Sitio Web en Español

Behavior Basics, Part 1

Behavior Basics Part 1 
Behavior Basics Part 1 – Spanish
Behavior Basics Part 1 Narrated Version

Is My Child OK?

Social-Emotional Information & Strategies to Support your Children at Home (Part 1)
Social-Emotional Information & Strategies to Support your Children at Home – Spanish
Narrated Version: https://natomasunified.org/content/uploads/2020/04/Social-Emotional-Information-and-Strategies-Narrated.mp4

Resources for Getting Help

• Call or email your child’s teacher or case manager directly
• Tell a friend, teacher, principal- any trusted person- you need help
• Make a Social-Emotional Referral through the Natomas USD website: https://natomasunified.org/gethelp/
• Contact Care Solace for a community-based counseling referral: 1-888-515-0595 (https://caresolace.com/site/natomasfamilies/)
• Text Crisis Line: Text HOME to 741741 (https://www.crisistextline.org/)
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
• Use the Mental Health Website to speak with your child’s social-emotional support provider and access other resources
• Call your school’s Virtual Office
• Contact The Department Virtual Office to connect to the District Office

For self-care and wellness, parenting, mental health resources, and more visit the Staff Wellness website.

For detailed information about summer school employment opportunities, positions, and more, visit the Summer School webpage.

Distance Learning Teacher Orientation

Special Education for Teachers

Special Education for Classified

Follow the links below to find instructions and tutorials on using technology such as Zoom, Google Classroom, GoGuardian, and more:

Video Conferencing Guides (Zoom and Google Hangouts)

G Suite Apps for Teachers

Approved List of Curriculum Software

Here are some quick start guides to share with your parents and students to help them get started:

Chromebooks:

Chromebook Guide – English

Chromebook Guide – Spanish

Zoom Meetings:

How to Join a Zoom Meeting – iPad

How to Join a Zoom Meeting – Chromebook

How to Join a Zoom Meeting – Computer

NTA MOU

CSEA MOU

Nutrition Services MOU