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Fort Worth ISD Forward: District Releases FAQ About Virtual Instruction This Fall
The Fort Worth ISD is continuing to share information about what instruction will look like this fall. Here are some frequently asked questions by parents about virtual instruction – and some answers.
You can find this and other information on our Fort Worth ISD Forward webpage. www.fwisd.org/forward
Will Fort Worth ISD offer an option for parents who are not ready to send their child back to school?
Yes. We will provide both in-person and virtual instruction options for the 2020-2021 school year. Updates will be made as TEA guidance is received and further plans are finalized.
What course options will my child have if virtual instruction is selected?
Core academic courses will be offered at all grade levels. Elective options are being explored and will be offered to the greatest extent possible. More detail on elective options will be forthcoming.
Elementary Schools: Teachers will design on-line courses with the guidance and support of our Teaching and Learning Department.
Middle Schools: If enrollment allows, middle school core courses will be taught directly by a teacher in a common virtual learning platform. FWISD Teaching and Learning staff will support teachers with instructional delivery for the beginning of the school year. Classroom teachers will be responsible for extensions, grading, and student interaction.
High Schools: If enrollment allows, STAAR EOC courses will be taught directly by a teacher in a common virtual learning platform. Elective courses that will be provided in the virtual instruction environment are still being identified. Higher Education partners have already announced that they will be offering most Dual Credit Courses virtually. Students selecting virtual instruction will be able to take advantage of these offerings as well. Complete course guides for high school students are being developed now and will be updated soon.
Who will teach virtual instruction?
Current Fort Worth ISD teachers will provide virtual instruction. Appropriate teachers will be identified once student enrollment numbers are established.
What will the work schedule be for teachers who teach virtual instruction?
Virtual instruction teachers will follow a traditional teacher work schedule. Students will be required to engage in instruction for a minimum of 4 hours, daily. Teachers will engage with students during the required instructional time as well as maintain identified "office hours" to support student and parent communication.
Will teachers be trained to instruct in the new format?
Yes. In fact, all teachers will receive training specific to on-line instruction in the event that a school closure is necessary during the 2020-2021 school year. Teachers identified to provide virtual instruction to begin the school year will be provided on-going professional learning.
Will teachers and students be provided technology to be able to effectively teach and participate in the Virtual School?
Yes. Teachers will use the existing technology in their classrooms. Students who select virtual instruction will be prioritized for appropriate technology devices. Chromebooks and hot spots are available for students enrolled in virtual instruction.
Where will the virtual instruction teachers be assigned to work?
Teachers will work out of an empty classroom on their home campus. If this is not a possibility, other District options are being explored.
Will students enrolled in virtual instruction be assigned to a counselor?
Yes, students enrolled in virtual instruction will work with their home campus counselors.
Will there be an enrollment process for virtual instruction?
Yes, virtual instruction is an option when parents enroll students in our on-line registration system. Our registration system opened on July 1.
When is the deadline for parents to make a decision?
In order to prepare for the first day of virtual school, we are asking parents who are requesting virtual instruction to complete registration documentation by Monday, August 3, 2020
Can students transfer from in-person instruction to virtual or from virtual to in-person, during the year?
Yes, an opportunity to transfer from instructional platforms will be available at the conclusion of each grading period.
Will students in the virtual school have lessons in Social Emotional Learning?
Yes, Social Emotional Learning will be a part of virtual instruction.
Will virtual instruction have set instructional times or self-paced learning?
Virtual instruction will be an asynchronous or self-paced model of instruction. To support student learning, there will be direct instruction requirements that will require a student to engage with teachers at specific times. Schedules for instructional time will be established at each individual campus.
Will students enrolled in virtual instruction be allowed to participate in on-campus extra-curricular activities such as Marching Band and Football?
We are currently awaiting guidance from TEA and will communicate this guidance when further information becomes available, however we intend to allow participation in extra-curricular activities to the extent allowable.
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