Back-to-School 2020: Remote Classroom Experience

July 28, 2020

Back-to-School 2020 is a little bit different this year, but, at Fairmont, we embrace the challenge and opportunity to adapt.

We are excited to offer our families two options for returning to school this fall. Students can learn in-person on campus where new procedures are in place to keep them and staff safe, including enhanced cleaning procedures, daily healthy screenings, and physical distancing inside and outside the classroom.

If you and your child(ren) aren’t ready to physically go back to school, you’ll have the option of joining our new Remote Learning program.

New technology in the classroom makes it so our virtual students feel just as involved and present as those physically in their seats.

A flat-panel display allows teachers and in-class students to see remote students through Zoom and vice versa.

The in-class camera is attached to a swiveling device that tracks the teacher so that the camera is always pointed towards them as they move about the classroom. Teachers will also have mics so that remote students can hear them no matter where they are in the room. In addition to the camera focused on the teacher and classroom, teachers’ presentations will be screen shared with students at home in high resolution.

This new technology allows us to bring students’ classrooms into the safety of their homes without sacrificing an in-class experience. Remote students will receive the same Fairmont education they’ve come to love and will continue to grow their close connections with their teachers and classmates.

ABOUT FAIRMONT SCHOOLS

Fairmont is Orange County’s oldest and largest secular, co-educational preschool – 12th-grade private school. Voted Best Private School in Orange County for nine consecutive years, Fairmont is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, and Cognia, and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools.

With five Orange County campuses serving preschool through high school students, parents can rely on a continuous education where students explore the full range of their potential as scholars, athletes, artists, and leaders. Students can expect to be challenged, inspired, and supported by teachers and peers. Parents can count on educators and administrators who will partner with them in their child’s educational journey.