April 26

April 26, 2020

4-26-2020

Hello Everyone! 

I hope all of you had a good weekend and are acting responsibly during this time.  That means staying home (no, you shouldn’t be breaking your fast at another house but your own).  It sounds innocent enough but remember, you can’t see this virus.  It could be lurking anywhere and you could bring the virus home to your family.  It is up to each and every one of us to follow the guidelines.  We will deal with repercussions afterwards if we don’t. 

For those of you that are behind, please try to catch up and get your work in.  Even though it is really late, it will benefit you in the end. 

I am sure by now that all of you have heard about the horrific problems with google meet last week. The students involved are under criminal investigation by the Dearborn Police Department.  This is a reminder to all of you that what you do online is being monitored and can be traced.  Let’s act responsibly.

Because of the issues, we are switching to a new platform.  There, once again, will be a learning curve for all of us so be patient please.  This platform is in iLearn and it is called Big Blue Button. It gives the teacher more control than google meet.   It will be the first link in your iLearn course called Medical Assisting Virtual Classroom – Big Blue Button (BBB),   MA 2 and 3 meet at 10:00 am on Tuesdays.  MA 5 and 6 meet at 11:00 am on Tuesdays. IMPORTANT: You MUST attend the session for your hour.  Remember this is mandatory meaning you MUST ATTEND.  I look forward to seeing all of you. 

Not mandatory are BBB sessions on Thursdays at the same time.  These Thursday sessions are if you have specific questions, or your just want to meet up and discuss coursework or how you are spending your time! 

We are going back to AES (https://learn.aeseducation.com ) this week to learn about phlebotomy. You will take your test as a group on Monday, May 4th at 10:00 am.  At that time you should have all of your quizzes completed AND your worksheets too!  A word about the worksheets – open them up along side your module video.  Then complete the worksheet as you are going through the module.  It’s much easier that way.  Please don’t hesitate to send questions or comments my way.  I am here ready to help.  Have a good week. 

Mrs. Craig

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April 26

Pharmacy Technician

4-26-2020

Hello Everyone! 

I hope all of you had a good weekend and are acting responsibly during this time.  That means staying home (no, you shouldn’t be breaking your fast at another house but your own).  It sounds innocent enough but remember, you can’t see this virus.  It could be lurking anywhere and you could bring the virus home to your family.  It is up to each and every one of us to follow the guidelines.  We will deal with repercussions afterwards if we don’t. 

I am sure by now that all of you have heard about the horrific problems with google meet last week. The students involved are under criminal investigation by the Dearborn Police Department.  This is a reminder to all of you that what you do online is being monitored and can be traced.  Let’s act responsibly.

Because of the issues we are switching to a new platform.  There, once again, will be a learning curve for all of us so be patient please.  This platform is in iLearn and it is called Big Blue Button. It gives the teacher more control than google meet.   It will be the first link in your iLearn course called PharmTech Virtual Classroom – Big Blue Button (BBB). Pharm Tech meets at 1:30 pm on Tuesdays.  See you there!  Remember this is mandatory meaning you MUST ATTEND.  I look forward to seeing all of you. 

Not mandatory are BBB sessions on Thursdays at the same time.  These Thursday sessions are if you have specific questions, or your just want to meet up and discuss coursework or how you are spending your time! 

A few of you still haven’t forwarded to me the confirmation email that you received when you signed up for your state exam.  Please do that NOW.

Even though it seems like there is a lot of time, there really is only about 4 weeks left of school.  You should ALL be finished with PassAssured and studying for the exam by now.  NO PRESSURE  

Please don’t hesitate to send questions or comments my way.  I am here ready to help.  Have a good week. 

Mrs. Craig

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April 20

Monday, April 20, 2020

Kinda of a cool date huh?

Dear Students,

I know the last several weeks have not been easy for you.  These are unprecedented times and we are all finding new ways to cope with the new and unusual ways of finishing off the semester.  Your parents have shared a great deal of the burden and I want to personally thank them for supporting you and me at this difficult time. 

Your will continue to learn remotely until the end of the school year.  I intend to move forward with the curriculum as I expect you to continue putting forth your best effort into learning. Here are my expectations: 

1.  We will be meeting twice a week to discuss new material and answer any questions you may have via google meet. Attendance to google meet is mandatory.   You will get an invite but just so you know, it will be every Tuesday and Thursday.

2.  In addition, you can expect to receive instructions / assignments by means of google classroom, iBlog, iLearn, Remind and email.You should expect assignments that will take 1 hour per day to complete.  Due dates are important and will be followed.  

3.  Grades do count and will be entered on a regular basis.   Furthermore, if the you are not participating, your teacher (that’s me!) and then the principal will be calling home to touch base and discuss a plan to motivate and encourage you. 

4.  Work that was completed over the last month will be marked graded and any missed work must be made up.  

I plan to be available to you by email any time. I will respond to messages within 24 hours and until 4pm each day.  I will hold “office hours” on Wednesday from 10:00 am to 3:00.  I can be reached via email at craigv@dearbornschools.org, or, better yet, on Remind.

I look forward to continuing to work with you!

Tina Craig, RN

Michael Berry Career Center

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