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Closure References and Helps
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At an unprecedented time such as the one brought about by the worldwide CLOVID-19 pandemic, educators everywhere are seeking answers and solutions to the challenges brought about by school closures. We've gathered some resources that might be useful, not only for our own families seeking ways to change up their routines, but for those who might have been thrust into "homeschooling" with little or no preparation for the task. 
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Homeschooling Helps from some of our own!

How surprising for us to find that some of those who call Hickman Charter their school home are reaching out within the community to offer bits of encouragement to those who are experiencing "homeschooling" without the benefit of a school that specializes in supporting homeschooling!

https://www.csusignal.com/community/article_5b2d8a04-8a36-11ea-9924-4fc3320d2317.html

http://thinkpynk.com/think-pynk-expert-corner-with-pathologist-cherina-williams-m-ed-ccc-slp/

Tips on Distance Learning from Homeschoolers

Subject-specific Resources
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 We've gathered a variety of resources that include off-line activities, printables, lesson plans, etc. You'll find them grouped according to the subject-matter areas of instruction for Hickman Charter students. As we uncover new resources, we'll update the information below. 

English-Language Arts
Shel Silverstein   --in case you missed Poetry Month!

Institute for Excellence in Writing  3-week free digitized ELA program grades 3-12
 
ReadWriteThink    Though they may not realize it, families at Hickman Charter have likely used materials from ReadWriteThink without even realizing it, as they are often utilized by our ECs in various classes and activities. Their mission is to provide educators, parents, and after-school professionals with access to the highest quality practices in reading and language arts instruction by offering the very best in free materials.

Math
+Plus Magazine  Not all math resources originate in the USA. This one comes from Cambridge University

NRich Math  Another source from the UK; very well designed so that users can locate suitable content for specific student levels from their large collection of resources. 

Science (Places)
Exploratorium Well-known science stop in San Francisco, the destination for our GATE kids early this spring!
American Museum of Natural History, New York
NASA Jet Propulsion Lab  (requires installation of app)
UC Berkeley Museum of Paleontology 
Lawrence Hall of Science   Just over the hills to the west—the Lawrence Hall of Science at the U.C. Berkeley campus offers many science options for home learning. And it's a great destination when it reopens!
California Academy of Sciences  From the well-known place in Golden Gate Park,  organized by grade level, includes lesson plans and printable resources

Science (Publishers and Organizations)
The Old Farmer's Almanac for Kids There is something here for every kid: weather, astronomy, animals, even jokes!
Scholastic Publications "Day-by-day projects to keep kids reading, thinking and growing"
National Geographic Kids "games, videos, animals, explorations"
World Wildlife Fund  huge collection of resources including weekly activity plans for upper elementary and middle school students

Social Science
We're still gathering sources of information for this content area, but while we do so, we're sharing some favorites from the East Coast Historical Trips we offered at Hickman Charter years ago.

Jamestown-Yorktown two points on the "historic triangle" marking the origins of our nation
Colonial Williamsburg the third point on the "historic triangle": teacher resources, electronic field trips, even music lessons!
Monticello Learn all about Thomas Jefferson's home!
Gettysburg  Visit Gettysburg from home with the virtual tour assembled by the National Park Service
Fort Washington Visible across the Potomac from George Washington's back porch at Mt. Vernon.
Mt. Vernon George Washington's home and farm on the Potomac River
National Archives Resources from the National Archives for home learning
Smithsonian Museums Resources from the Smithsonian Museums--there ARE more than one!!!
Arlington National Cemetery Visit Arlington from “home”! And after you finish your "visit", continue to explore the website where you'll learn about the famous graves, the Tomb of the Unknown, and Arlington House, the Robert E. Lee Memorial.

Art, Music, Drama
​The Lion King Experience

HCS Online Offerings
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Hickman Charter families have the opportunity to use a variety of subscription online programs and activities. These are arranged through Education Coordinators, and meet a variety of needs for students. (Listed in no particular order!)
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Virtual Tours and Webcams
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At Hickman Charter, "The World is our Classroom". Links below will allow viewers to travel near and far to experience sights and sounds that are not available to us locally.
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Application and Enrollment Procedures
    • California School Dashboard
    • School Accountability Report Card (SARC)
    • History / Mission
    • Video Introduction
    • Resource Facilities >
      • Hickman Annex
      • Modesto Meeting Site
      • Alameda Resource Center
      • Sonora Resource Center
    • Maps/Directions
    • Education Coordinators >
      • Hickman ECs >
        • A-G >
          • Arianne Allen
          • Chantal Avant
          • Chelsea Cabral
          • Teresa Corsaut
          • Brenda Day
          • Erynn Farmer
          • Julie Freeby
          • Susie Frei
          • Jacob Giffen
        • H-M >
          • Ellen Hansen
          • Beth Johnson
          • Joanne Kenoyer
          • Tracey Kline
          • Natalia Lemos
          • Lori Maddox
          • David Meyer
        • N-Z >
          • Julia Perryman
          • Marie Reynosa
          • Jared Weichert
      • Sonora ECs >
        • Emily Erhardt
        • Susie Frei
        • Sarah James
        • Dana Pink
        • April Zenger
      • Alameda ECs >
        • Melissa Casado
        • Megan Hansen-Curran
        • Leah Harwood
        • Jane Stenmark
    • Hickman Community Charter District Site >
      • School Policies & Legal Documents
    • Contact Information
  • Parent Resources
    • ParentSquare
    • Reference Binder >
      • Parent Educator Handbook
      • Parent-Teacher Training
      • Pacing Guides
      • Common Core for Parents
    • Calendars >
      • General Public Calendar
      • 22-23 At-A-Glance
    • Library Media Center
    • Vendors
    • Assessment
    • Immunization
    • Registration Links
  • Curriculum
    • Pacing Guides
    • Art >
      • Art Packs
    • Kindergarten >
      • Children's Garden
      • K-1 Handbook
    • Language Arts >
      • Wonders
      • StudySync
    • Mathematics >
      • Game of the Month
      • Math Spirals
    • Music >
      • Band
      • Choir
    • Physical Education >
      • Archery
      • Sports
    • Science >
      • Science Olympiad
      • Outdoor Education
    • History/Social Sciences
    • Thematic Classes
    • STEAM >
      • STEAM (1-5)
      • STEAM (6-8)
      • Hour of Code
      • Swap-o-Rama
      • STEAM Maker Fair
    • Hickman GATE
    • Online Programs
  • Staff Tools
    • EC Information
    • CAASPP Information for ECs
    • CAASPP Small Group Request Form
    • Facilities Calendar
    • PowerSchool Sign In
    • Staff Email
    • Target Solutions Online Training
    • Vendor Suggestions
    • Vendor Review
    • Info Change Form
    • Student Exit Review
    • Digital Drop Form