April 20th, 2021

The beginning of Quadmester four in the Secondary Distance Learning Program (SDLP) in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will begin on Thursday, April 22, 2021. Here’s what the first few days will look like.

Orientation Days: April 22 & 23

SDLP teachers will be online to welcome students on the morning of Thursday, April 22. Instructions for the first virtual meet for the course will be posted by the teacher in the D2L Brightspace classroom or by email. During this first meeting, the teacher will provide an overview of their course, and share what to expect in the Secondary Distance Learning Program (SDLP).

Students who log in to the D2L Brightspace WRDSB portal will be able to see their classes for Quadmester 4. The Quadmester 4 class for Thursday will open on Thursday morning. Before the morning of April 22, students will see the classes but be unable to enter.

For students who are unable to log in on Thursday, the teacher will follow up with a phone call to assist with any technology needs or problem-solving. Please remember to refer to Tech@Home for troubleshooting tips.

For families who requested technology-free learning, distance learning teachers will make a phone call to connect and discuss daily schedules and how materials will be received and returned.

For the remainder of the quadmester, distance learning students should plan for the following daily schedule. For the quadmester 4 distance learning calendar, refer to the SDLP website:

• Quadmester 4 distance learning calendar

Please remember to check the SDLP Guide frequently for the latest updates and more information.

Finding Your Quadmester 4 Courses in the VLE

SDLP students’ courses will appear in the VLE but will not be accessible until the morning of Thursday, April 22.

There are a few things you can do in the meantime to help get yourself ready for the first day:

VLE Orientation

This video will provide an overview of the VLE platform and help students get oriented with this tool.

Watch the Video

How to log in to VLE

To access the VLE, students can go to https://wrdsb.elearningontario.ca and login with their WRDSB email address and password.

Watch the Video

Digital Code of Conduct

The SDLP Digital Code of Conduct provides guidance for our students and their online activities related to their learning. It includes a commitment for students to protect and respect both themselves and others in their online behaviours.

Expectations in the SDLP Digital Code of Conduct align with the Board’s Digital Citizenship and Character Development initiative concerning general conduct across the system. Character Development is the positive social and emotional development of students that is modelled by all staff and is a key element in fostering a positive, inclusive system and school climate. All technology, information, and resources, and their use, must clearly support these Board goals.

Learn more about the SDLP Digital Code of Conduct and Digital Citizenship.

Code of Conduct for Parents and Caregivers of Students Learning from a Distance

Distance learning is a new experience for parents and caregivers, students and staff. To ensure a positive experience for all, we ask that parents and caregivers adhere to the Code of Conduct for Parents and Caregivers of Students Learning from a Distance.

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