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DRALive@Home Virtual Learning
August 24,2020 thru October 16,2020 

Deeper Root Academy teachers and students (KG-8th) will be actively engaged in virtual learning for the first nine weeks of the 2020-2021 school year. We are embracing this new season as we wait to see what God has planned. Below you will find information on our recently formed virtual program also known as  DRALive@Home. This resource page will serve as the hub for school-wide virtual learning updates, virtual learning plan information, and family resources. We will continue to update families as necessary via the school website, text, email, and social media.
What is the DRALive@Home Model?
Did you miss the Parent Meeting about DRALive@Home?
Technology Component
Access to technology is a required component of the DRALive@Home Program. Each family will be required to have a computer system and Internet access in order to participate in the program. In certain cases, based on need, a family may be eligible for a computer loan. If you have more than one child enrolled in the program, you will need to have a computer device for each child. Submit a request below to reserve your laptop for the first semester.
Student Materials Distribution
​Deeper Root Academy will provide a Materials Supply Box for each student in grades Kindergarten thru 8th grade to participate in the DRALive@Home Program. 

These supply boxes can be picked up on August 20,2020 at our temporary location, The Worship Center, at 6pm during the DRALive@Home Parent Orientation. Anyone unable to pickup supplies at this time may come to pickup thier supplies on Friday, August 21st between 8am & 6pm. When you receive your Supply Box, please check the contents against the packing list inside the box and contact the school if anything appears to be missing.
Standardized Testing Information
​Students in Kindergarten thru 8th grades participate in MAP testing each year to track their academic growth. This year the first assessment will be the MAP Screening Assessment and it will be administered remotely during the first nine weeks. Click below to view detailed Testing Information. 

Tips for a Successful
​Virtual Learning Experience

  • Keep a daily schedule & routine. Get ready for school each day and eat breakfast BEFORE entering the Zoom Room.

  • School begins each day at 9am. You should be logged-on in the Zoom Room before 9am and ready for instruction.
 
  • Once logged-on for virtual check-in using the Zoom Room, MUTE your microphone so that noise in your home does not distract the class.  Be prepared to take “mute” off when needing to respond to other classmates or the teacher.
 
  • Attendance will be taken each day in the Zoom Room. Be on time and prepared to interact with the teacher and classmates.
 
  • Limit distractions: pets, TV, music, social media, etc.
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  • Have a designated place in your home for learning. A desk or table is best. Make sure the background is appropriate for online learning. 
 
  • Students should be appropriately dressed for school. You MUST wear your school uniform shirt.



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