Distance Learning

Distance Learning Enrollment Form

Family FAQ – Transition to In-Person Instruction – PDF

Distance Learning Tech Support Request

Mask Wearing Toolkit – PDF

AT&T Hotspot Router Instructions – PDF

Student & Parent Tutorial Portal  – PDF

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Amador County Public Schools has shifted to distance learning for the begining of the 2020-2021 school year until further notice.  It is important to note that school is not closed, we are just delivering it in a different way. Thank you for your ongoing patience as we navigate these unprecedented times.

Ideas for families to keep the learning going:

1. All students should read a minimum of 30 minutes per day.
2. After reading, students should write a short summary of what they read and talk about it with a family member.
3. Students should spend time reviewing recent math learning.  If they have their math textbook at home, they may review recent chapters studied.
4. Students should spend 30 minutes outside doing physical activity.
   

Ccalifornia Department of Education (CDE)
Distance Learning Guidance and Resources

Google Classroom Live Q&A For Families

Using Zoom in Google Classroom

Zoom for Google Classroom – PDF

Common Distance Learning Connection Solutions

Connecting a District Chromebook to Wifi

To connect to the Internet, use a compatible Wi-Fi network.

Step 1: Turn on Wi-Fi
At the bottom right, select the time.
Select Not Connected.

Note: If you see your Wi-Fi network name and signal strength, your Chromebook is already connected to Wi-Fi.

Turn on Wi-Fi.

Your Chromebook will automatically look for available networks and show them to you in a list.

Step 2: Pick a network and connect
Connect to an open network
Select the Wi-Fi network.

Remember, your information might be visible to other people on this network.

Connect to a secure network
Select the secure Wi-Fi network.
Type the network password.
Select Connect.

Video link (This link will take you to a new page that is not associated with Amador County Public Schools)

Sign Into Google Chrome

How to Sign Into Chrome – PDF

Accessing Google Classroom

How to Access Google Classroom – PDF

AT&T: 

AT&T’s Access Program offers internet to eligible families for $10.00 per month. To qualify for Access, customers must have at least one family member who participates in the SNAP program.

Visit the Access page to fill out an application and see if you qualify.

Comcast Xfinity:

Comcast Xfinity is currently offering its Internet Essentials program free for two months to new customers. Comcast Xfinity is also automatically increasing speeds for all Internet Essentials customers.  Comcast Xfinity Wi-Fi hotspots are also open and free to use by anyone. Download the Xfinity wifi app to locate these hot spots.

Families with slow internet connections or limits on data usage are encouraged to reach out to your service provider.  Many providers are waiving fees for data overages or offering upgrades at no charge during this unprecedented time.

Student Email Accounts

In order to implement our distance learning program, all students’ acusd.org email addresses have been activated.  If you need assistance with your student’s username or password, please send an email to their teacher/s, the school’s administrative assistant, or the Principal.

For issues regarding the function of a district device, such as a loaned Chromebook, and/or a district device connection, please submit a tech request via this Google form. Tech requests must be submitted via the Google form and will be responded to in the order they are received.

Cyberbullying Prevention

In an effort to protect students from any inappropriate use of the email accounts, we have also set up an account for students to report any cyberbullying or inappropriate email account use. If a student is a victim of this, please email cyberabuse@acusd.org  and an administrator will respond to handle the situation.

Student safety, including online safety, is always our number one priority.  Thank you for helping us keep all students safe while online.

Mental Health and Wellness during COVID-19