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Based on current data, information and need, MSD Warren is planning for a K-8 VIRTUAL & 9-12 ONLINE learning experience for the 2021-2022 school year. This school year has taught us a lot about meeting our students’ needs through these two learning models. We have included those lessons learned into planning for the upcoming school year.
There are two very distinct changes that need to be brought to your attention. Unlike this school year, there will be a limited number of students who will be enrolled in the K-8 VIRTUAL and 9-12 ONLINE models. We have set these limits based on our observations of this school year. We will continue to be responsive to COVID data and continue to provide a safe option for our students and staff as needed.
The other significant difference from this school year is the application requirement. As a part of the new process, parents / caregivers will be required to submit an application if they would like their child to participate in the K-8 VIRTUAL or 9-12 ONLINE model. This will allow us to better plan for our students and teachers. It will also allow us to determine if the model is the best option for each student. Applications for the 21-22 school year are now available at the links below and will be included in our school newsletters and on our website, warren.k12.in.us.
Warren ONLINE / VIRTUAL Enrollment Application - English
Formulario de inscripción en línea / virtual de Warren - Español
Moving forward, we will provide updates and new information on an ongoing basis. If you do have questions, you may contact one of the following administrators:
- K-4 VIRTUAL Programing - Mr. Greg Butler (317-532-3950)
- 5-8 VIRTUAL Programing - Mrs. Carey Storm, Creston (317-532-6800), Dr. John Kleine, Raymond Park (317-532-8900), Mr. Jason Smith, Stonybrook (317-532-8800)
- 9-12 ONLINE Programing - Mrs. Masimba Taylor (317-532-2996)
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Raymond Park is already thinking about the master schedule for the 21-22 school year. All students will take core classes that include language arts, math, science and social studies. Related arts is an area where students may have some choice in their classes depending on their grade level:
5th grade - no choice in related arts. All students will take a rotation of art, music, physical education and STEM (technology).
6th grade - choice of performance music class, or rotation of art, music, physical education and STEM (technology). 6th grade related arts information may be found here.
7th and 8th grade - choice of performance music, art, Project Lead the Way, Spanish and physical education. 7th and 8th grade related arts information may be found here.
Continuing this week, grade level counselors will be communicating specific instructions to students regarding the scheduling process. The process includes next year's 6-8th grade students having the opportunity to request their preferred related arts classes. Please reach out to your student's grade level counselor with questions regarding class information.
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ILEARN testing is complete for most, but continues for a few... The plan for testing is different depending on your student's grade level and designation as a virtual or in-person student. Please read on to learn more...
In-Person and Hybrid Students Update: Only 6th grade gold day students have the ILEARN science test to complete. Then, testing will be completed through make-ups for 5th-8th grade students that were absent on test days.
Virtual Students. Students that receive instruction virtually must participate in ILEARN testing in person. Students may participate at Raymond Park on the dates listed below during the regular school day. Students will be fed both breakfast and lunch, and will be testing with only virtual students. Students may work at their own pace, so a range of end times for pick-up are provided - students would call for a ride as their finish time approached. Practice tests and operational tests will be given to virtual students planning to take the test as follows:
5th Grade Virtual Student Test Schedule: completed on April 28, 29 and 30.
6th Grade Virtual Student Test Schedule:
May 5 9:00am to between 1:15pm and 2:45pm (math focus)
May 6 9:00am to between 2:30pm and 4:30pm (ELA focus)
May 7 9:00am to between 1:00pm and 1:30pm (science focus)
7th Grade Virtual Student Test Schedule:
May 10 9:00am to between 1:30pm and 2:45pm (math focus)
May 11 9:00am to between 2:00pm and 4:30pm (ELA focus)
8th Grade Virtual Student Test Schedule:
May 12 9:00am to between 1:15pm and 2:30pm (math focus)
May 13 9:00am to between 1:15pm and 3:15pm (ELA focus)
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MSD Warren Township is offering summer school to students in grades 5-8 at Raymond Park IMS June 7-June 18. Spots are limited. Use this link to register.
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Random Scans of students entering the building will continue to occur on a periodic basis through the end of the school year. Scans involve students walking through a metal detector before entering school and having bags checked for items of concern to the safety and security of Raymond Park. Scans are always followed up with a morning announcement from the principal that emphasizes the importance of keeping Raymond Park free of items that do not belong in school.
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There are four full weeks of school remaining in the 20-21 school year. The completion of ILEARN testing allows Raymond Park to get back into a daily routine during the month of May. Thank you, caregivers, for your support in helping us keep out students focused during this spring time of year.
Proud to be a Ranger,
John Kleine
Principal
