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Welcome Back Golden Eagles!!!<\/p>\n

I am so excited to get another great year at PCMS underway. Although this year is not going to look like what any of us anticipated, I am looking forward to working to create the best possible learning situation for our Eagles given the current circumstances. In all honesty, some of the learning that our students will experience simply cannot be taught in a traditional way and will give them skills that will help them for years to come. This year will be a year full of flexibility, perseverance, supporting one another, and organizing our systems to be as supportive as possible. Our team at PCMS stands ready to create a connected and rich experience for each of our Eagles. Let the year begin!<\/p>\n

I recognize that many families are still trying to decide whether to participate in Comprehensive Distance Learning (CDL) at PCMS or to try another program such as\u00a0Bend La Pine Online<\/a>. The information listed below as well as our\u00a0BLP District FAQ page<\/a>\u00a0will help you make the best decision for your family. If you haven’t already, please make sure to complete our\u00a020-21 Planning Survey<\/a>\u00a0(due tonight, August 21) to let us know what your plans are. If you have lingering questions that are not answered within these two links, please don’t hesitate to send me or Ryan Kelling an email and we will be happy to get you the information that you need.<\/p>\n

Individual student schedules will not be ready until the end of the first week in September; however, the\u00a0STUDENT SCHEDULE LINKED HERE<\/a>\u00a0is a daily outline of what students and families can expect. Last spring, we were able to get feedback from parents, staff, and students about the distance learning experience. One common comment was that students and families wanted more live instructional time with teachers each day and for students to interact with other students. Additionally, the lack of traditional grades contributed to a lack of student engagement. This year, both of these experiences will be different. Students can expect that they will meet their teacher at the start of class and be connected with them and other students for the first half of each period. Additionally, all students will receive consistent feedback and final grades related to the learning that they demonstrate during the year. Finally, each student will be part of an Advisory class four days per week. We will be relying on Advisory teachers to consistently make connections with families regarding progress and provide a supportive place for students who may have different needs arise throughout the year. You can expect to hear from your child’s Advisory teacher during the second week in September. These agreements are consistent across middle schools within the district in an effort to create a more consistent, meaningful, and equitable experience for all.<\/p>\n

Right now our WEB advisor is preparing an experience for our 6th graders that they will have prior to the first day of school. I will share more information about this next week in the News from the Nest. We are so excited to welcome new Golden Eagles to our family! New 7th and 8th graders will have an opportunity to connect prior to the year beginning too. More information to come. If you have any questions regarding systems or support at PCMS, please reach out to your student’s counselor. Andrew Krauthoefer is the counselor for all students with last names A-K and Sarah Girard (new this year!) is the counselor for all students with last names L-Z. They are ready to support you so don’t hesitate to give a call!<\/p>\n

Athletics have been delayed for the fall. You can read more about information related to this decision\u00a0HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Our offices are open Monday through Friday from 8:00-2:00 pm. Please, if you are able, contact the office via phone (541) 355-7804 or e-mail (christina.johansen@bend.k12.or.us) to let us know you are coming. This will allow us to get any materials ready before you arrive and minimize the time you will be in the building. Before entering the lobby, please use the sanitizer in the foyer and don’t forget your mask, which is required while in the building.<\/p>\n

I look forward to seeing you all and talking with you soon!<\/p>\n

Go Golden Eagles!!<\/p>\n

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