South Adams Schools may use eLearning Days during inclement weather. Virtual learning days will be announced in a similar manner that school closings are announced. The number of virtual learning days used and whether or not we would call 2 or 3 virtual eLearning days in a row will depend on the assessment of prior virtual learning days. District administrators will decide when/if eLearning days will occur.

Basic Steps to follow on an eLearning Day:

1. Go to the South Adams website - www.southadams.k12.in.us

2. Click on the Canvas icon from any School tab - https://southadams.instructure.com/login/canvas

3. Students log in using their Canvas username and password. Click on the Dashboard to view active courses.

• Elementary students - click on Mrs. Miller's Principal page to receive important announcements, then click on classroom courses for eLearning instruction.

• Middle and High School students - click on each course subject to receive coursework instructions for the day.

Please contact your classroom teacher if you have questions regarding classroom assignments.

For technical assistance:

Elementary - please email/call Katrina Lehman, klehman@southadams.k12.in.us, 260/589-1101 ext. 330

Middle School/High School - please email/call Kent Arnold, karnold@southadams.k12.in.us, 260/589-3131 ext. 434

Canvas Guide for Families

Click here for Creating a Parent Account

Click here for SAES App/Website Login Information: SAES Website Login Information

Click here for SAMS Website Login Information: SAMS Website Login Information

Click here for SAHS Website Login Information: SAHS Website Login Information

General Questions:

What is a Virtual Inclement Weather Day?

Students will not report to school due to inclement weather, but will engage in learning activities using digital resources.

Why is South Adams using eLearning to make up for cancelled inclement weather days?

The primary objective is to maintain the momentum of learning. The primary objective is not to make-up missed days of school. Virtual eLearning Days allow students to minimize the interruptions caused by snow days and continue to make educational progress.

How and when will students and parents know if an eLearning Day will take place?

Inclement weather cancellations and announcement of an eLearning Day will be relayed through the school’s notification phone & email system, Remind text alerts, district website, social media (Facebook and Twitter), and local TV/radio stations.

How will students be informed about assignments during an eLearning Day?

Parents and students should become familiar with their Canvas login prior to winter months. Please visit the Parent link on the SA website (www.southadams.k12.in.us) to access instructions on how to create a Canvas account, and to log-in.  All teachers will post contact information and homework assignments on Canvas by 9:00 a.m. on a Virtual eLearning Day, and will be available for online communication 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

What happens if a Virtual eLearning Day is announced after a two-hour delay?

Teachers will post assignments on Canvas by 10:00 a.m. and will be available to communicate with students throughout the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

How will students obtain assistance from teachers on eLearning Days?

Teachers will be available through email, and will post other means of communication on their Canvas page i.e. Canvas chat, Remind texts. If you need immediate assistance or have general questions and/or concerns, you may call the school hotline (260/589-1117). If needed, your message will be relayed to the teacher.

How much time is the student expected to work online during the eLearning Day?

No minimum or maximum amount of time is expected. Students should complete their work carefully, using the amount of time that is appropriate for them.

When will class assignments be due?

Three school days after we return to school. Due dates for high school student assignments may vary by individual courses and assignment deadlines will be at the teacher discretion. 

What if students do not complete their eLearning assignments?

Assignments not completed by the deadline will be recorded as a zero in the gradebook and students with incomplete eLearning assignments will be charged with an unexcused absence for a partial or full day. Unexcused absences will be referred to the principal for disciplinary action according to the student handbook. 

How will eLearning be monitored and counted for attendance?

Accountability for students will rely on assessment of work. Teachers will assess the student’s work and determine if the student has met the instructional goals for the day. The actual amount of time online is less important than the work produced and/or created by the student to demonstrate learning and mastery of learning targets.

What if a student does not have access to the internet?

Teachers are aware that not all students have Internet access at home and will provide accommodations when necessary for students without home internet access. Coursework assigned on an eLearning day will not be due until three school days after we return to school. Students without Internet connection have the opportunity to complete work over the following days allowing for students to make arrangements to use the public libraries or after-school open computer labs.

Do students with identified special learning needs have an alternative means to

access their education on virtual learning days?

Yes, individual supports, services, and accommodations for students with an Individual Education Program (IEP), Individual Learning Plan (ILP), or a Section 504 Plan are reviewed, discussed, and agreed upon at the student’s case conference committee meeting, a Section 504 meeting, or general education plan meeting.

INFORMATION

Local free wifi locations:

Berne and Geneva Public Libraries

Alpine Rose Coffee Shop  

East of Chicago Pizza

McDonalds

Pizza Hut

Subway

General Questions can be directed to:

Myra Moore, Technology Director, mmoore@southadams.k12.in.us 260/589-1117

Cory Runkle, High School Principal, crunkle@southadams.k12.in.us 260-589-3131, ext. 402

Jeff Rich, Middle School Principal, jrich@southadams.k12.in.us 260/589-1102, ext. 202

Shellie Miller, Elementary Principal, smiller@southadams.k12.in.us 260/589-1101, ext. 201

Questions about assignments?

Please contact your child’s teacher.

Teacher Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. on Virtual eLearning Day

Open computer labs on campus will be available the following three school days after a Virtual eLearning Day from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (No transportation will be provided)

Please note the above statements are subject to change. South Adams will continue to evaluate each inclement weather day and strive for excellence in an eLearning Day. We will make necessary adjustments to accomplish this goal.