Oracle Spring 2020

P A G E 2 , T H E A D E L P H I O R A C L E , S P R I N G 2 0 2 0 Adelphi’s Innovative Distance Learning Program Keeping Students Engaged! Continued from page 1 The challenge series was developed and organized by members of Adelphi’s Stu- dent Advisory Board. “The weekly Student Advisory Board Challenge series is a great example of how our students have rallied together and shown leadership in the face of tremen- dous adversity,” Ms. Romanos said. “In a time when many might feel disconnected, Adelphi Academy students have shown that it is indeed possible to remain active and involved in their school community. These weekly online gatherings and asso- ciated activities help keep the bond we all share as Adelphians incredibly strong.” The distance learning program continues to expand and evolve at Adelphi, as students also regularly connect online for virtual meetings of their favorite clubs and extra- curricular activities like the Brain Games Club, the Art Club and the school newspa- per, The Adelphi Oracle . In addition, home- room teachers have continued to incorporate technology into their daily meetings. Upper Schoolers recently came together as a class to set out on an adventure via the classic computer game “The Oregon Trail.” Work- ing as a team, the students made decisions in real time that affected the outcome of the game as well as their characters’ survival on their way from Missouri to Oregon via cov- ered wagon in 1848. By: Ilona Makovetskaya, Grade 11 It’s a whole new way to learn! Students and teachers throughout the United States are adapting to distance learning amid the COVID-19 pandemic. At Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn, stu- dents are able to connect directly with their classmates and teachers in real time using the latest technology. Two Adelphians recently connected to the Panther Press Room via Google Meet to give their feedback. Here’s what Lower Schooler Annamaria and Upper Schooler Isaac had to say! Q: What do you like most about Adel- phi’s transition to distance learning? Annamaria: I think the best part is getting to stay home with my parents and my dog. Isaac: I like that it still allows me to interact with my friends and teachers, as well as my other classmates, to continue our education. It’s a smart tool that can be utilized for every school. Q: What is your favorite part of the distance learning program? Annamaria: My favorite part is still being able to see my favorite teachers. Isaac: My favorite part is that I still get to interact with my teachers and friends at Adelphi. Q: What has been the biggest chal- lenge so far? Annamaria: The hardest part was log- ging on because I have to wait for my other two siblings to do it first. Isaac: The hardest thing was organiz- ing all of my Google Meets and organizing my new school email while trying to learn this new system. Q: Do you miss going to school? Why or why not? Annamaria: Yes, I miss going to school because I miss seeing and playing with my friends, and hugging and helping my teachers. Isaac: Yes, I do miss going to school because I don't have the same face-to-face interactions, which I miss, and the memo- ries that we make together. But now I have to make new ones over video. Q: What kind thing would you say to a friend or classmate who’s having a hard time with this schooling change? Annamaria: I want to tell them that it’s still school and not to worry. Also, I miss everyone. Isaac: I want to say there’s nothing to worry about because we’re all learning together and we all feel the same as you. Accept that you have to get the hang of it and know that we’re all on the same page. Lower Schooler Annamaria shares her thoughts on distance learning! Q&A: Adapting to Distance Learning Upper Schooler Isaac answers questions in real time using Adelphi’s innovative distance learning platform. Ilona conducts her interview online!