VIDBE-Q Volume 66, Issue 2
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Virtual teaching across all 3 departments of Community Programs offered
the opportunity for increased parent engagement and student success. Teachers
have provided effective consultation while also being able to more frequently
attend team meetings. Parents report feeling more engaged and successful in using
strategies with their children. As we move forward and the impact of the pandemic
lessens, we intend to continue incorporating remote instruction along with in-
person services to better meet the needs of all students and families. Remote
teaching offers flexibility for snow days, children with complex medical needs, and
students who live in remote locations as well as coverage for potential gaps in
programming and reduction in teacher travel times. While we know the importance
of in-person instruction, the past year has taught us that when children are learning
at home, teachers can successfully provide purposeful instruction and engagement
with students and families.
