Parent/Student Support Tools Now, more than ever before, it is clear that the Catholic principle of education, that "the parent is the first and primary educator of their child," rings with an even more profound truth. Indeed, it is a timeless truth regardless of creed or background. During these unprecedented times, the education of the whole child requires a level of cooperation and productive and supportive partnerships like never before. As we face new norms of how education will look well into the future, it is more evident than ever that, to educate a child, it truly takes mindful parents, responsive educators, responsible students and a whole village to ensure the very best for every young person's growth and the community's health, balance, and well-being. It takes a spirit of teamwork, commitment, trust, courtesy, and patience. It also requires the positive assumption that we are all in this together and doing our very best to be supportive of the learning process and one another. Without appropriate boundaries, balance, and respect, a community can only struggle and never thrive. I'm sure we all want our community to be a place of acceptance and cooperation, where we all can thrive and grow.
These times demand growth on the part of each person in our school community to meet the challenges ahead. Deftly using the communication tools available in our digital age, beyond mere e-mails, to access information and provide support for the peace of mind for all our stakeholders, is a necessity like never before. The key digital tools shown below must be utilized regularly in order to track student progress and to help our young people and our community manage their tasks and their time successfully. Let us recognize that "Time is Holy." Any platform that can help our community keep sight of that while providing needed information in an easier way is of immense value. Yet, this peace of mind can only be achieved if the designated tools are utilized. The videos and information below outline the primary tools for regular communication about academic progress which should be regularly perused and sought out as a first place of reference before requesting individual information or meetings with an instructor. If tracked properly, these tools will answer a multitude of questions you will likely have about assignments, assessments, grades, important class related announcements, attendance tracking, and so much more, before ever needing to send emails to address them. Accessing these tools will save much frustration, uncertainty, and the precious resources of attention and the sanctity of time.
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