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773 534 1238

Letter to Parents


Week of May 18, 2020
Dear Canty Families:
We stay committed to partnering with you to:
● Ensure a community of care for all students, families, and staff members.
● Create a remote learning environment that carefully nourishes students’ academic and social-emotional learning needs while not overwhelming the resources of families and staff.
● Provide targeted supports for students and families that have the greatest need.

Please see below for important updates this week.
8th Grade Graduation Communication
Ms. Rath will be meeting with all 8th graders tomorrow to gather input regarding final graduation plans. Families should expect communication regarding those plans tomorrow, Tuesday, May 19th.

Monday, May 25th - Memorial Day (No Remote Learning)
Please note, this coming Monday is Memorial Day and there will be no remote learning or teacher office hours that day. Next week’s parent communication will be emailed on Tuesday.

Late Work
Please note, late work will be graded as each teacher’s schedule allows. Teachers must prioritize grading of assignments submitted on time. Then, they will grade late work. It is best to submit assignments on time for the quickest turnaround of feedback and grades in Aspen.

CPS Summer School
Students who receive less than a 60% by the end of Quarter 4 will receive an incomplete and are prioritized remote summer school. ALL students who receive an incomplete will be prioritized for summer school, regardless of grade level/subject area. More information from CPS is forthcoming.

CPS Grading and Promotion Communication
Student fourth quarter grades and final grades will be based on the criteria below. More information is available on the CPS Remote Learning Grading Guide for Parents and Families.
Quarter 4 Grade
Quarter 4 Grade Qualification
Final Grade
Letter Grade
  • Achieved a Q4 grade that met or exceeded student's Q3 grade
If a student earns a letter grade for fourth quarter, their final grade will be the average of all four term grades.
Pass (P)
GPA is not impacted.
  • Participated in digital instruction and earned a Q4 grade below Q3 grade.
  • No access to digital instruction but completed printed work packets.
If a student earns a Pass for fourth quarter, their final grade will be the average of their 1st, 2nd, and 3rd quarter grades.
Incomplete(I)
GPA is not impacted.
Student is prioritized for Summer School.

  • No access to digital instruction and did not complete printed work packets or engage with teacher.
  • Had access to digital instruction and earned an F in Q4.
If a student earns an Incomplete for fourth quarter, their final grade will be an Incomplete.

Student will be prioritized for summer school.
CPS Daily Minutes for Remote Learning
Please see below for the CPS guidelines regarding the minimum amount of time your student should spend in structured academic activity.
Grade
Minutes
PreK
60 mins daily
K
90 mins daily
1st
90 mins daily
2nd
90 mins daily
3rd
120 mins daily
Grade
Minutes
4th
120 mins daily
5th
120 mins daily
6th
180 mins daily
7th
180 mins daily
8th
180 mins daily
Collection of Personal Items
At this time we are unable to collect and distribute personal items or allow anyone into the building to collect and distribute personal items as the building remains closed. Once we receive CPS guidelines on the retrieval of personal items, it will be shared with families.

Stay Connected
Please check your email and the Canty Website regularly for updates and information. Remember when in doubt just reach out!

Everyone please continue to stay safe and we can get through this together.

Stay Healthy!
Mrs. Rath

Who Can Help Me? School Closure Concerns

If you have any questions or concerns, we would love to assist you Monday-Friday 8am-3pm. Please contact the person corresponding to your question/concern for a prompt reply.
Question/Concern
Who to Contact
How to Contact
General Office Email
Ms. Rath, Principal
Ms. Puckett, Assistant Principal
jprath@cps.edu
smcglynn@cps.edu
General Office Phone
(9-11am M-F only)
Ms. Malo
1-612-352-9787
PIN: 856 110 016#
Chromebook Needed
Shannon Puckett
smcglynn@cps.edu
Parent Portal
Lori Malo
lamalo@cps.edu
Curriculum/Grading
Homeroom and/or Subject Area Teacher
Canty Staff Directory
IEP/504 Concerns
Amy Donahue
ahdonahue@cps.edu
Counseling and SEL Concerns
Justin Beach, School Counselor (PreK-8)
Cindy Stelmach, Social Worker (PreK-3)
Lamees Talhami Raya, Social Worker (4-8)
jbeach@cps.edu
crstelmach@cps.edu
lntalhami@cps.edu
Kinder/ New Student Registration and Transfers
Lori Malo
lamalo@cps.edu
Technology Issues
Option 1:
  • CPS Parent Tech Support Hotline at 773-417-1060. (7:30am - 4:30pm, M-F)
Option2:
  • Submit a Self-Service Request by clicking here.
Value
Internet Support
Refer to these Guidelines on how to access free/low internet.

PDF of Parent Letter

ARTHUR E. CANTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

3740 N. Panama
Chicago, IL 60634

​773 534 1238


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  • Home
  • School
    • Canty History
    • Principal's Message
    • Fine and Performing Arts Magnet Cluster
    • General Info
    • News & Announcements
    • Monthly Newsletter
    • Calendar
    • Staff Directory
    • CPS Home Page
    • CPS Non-Discrimination Statement
    • Local School Council
    • Bilingual Advisory Committee
    • Wellness Program
  • Students
    • Remote Learning Resources
    • Virtual Curriculum Night 2020
    • Virtual Read Aloud
    • Student Handbook
    • Dress Code
    • 8th Grade Graduation Info
    • High School Information
    • Perfect Attendance Wall of Fame
    • Photo Gallery >
      • Canty Neighborhood Parade 2020
      • Canty Remote Spirit Week
      • Mistmatch Day 2020
      • 2nd Grade Earth Day - 2020
      • 2016 - 8th Grade Luncheon
      • 2017 8th Grade Trip
      • 2017 All Star Game
      • 2nd Grade Community Projects - 2017
      • 2nd Grade Community Projects - 2016
      • 2nd Grade Kite Day
      • 2nd Grade Science Fair - 2019
      • 3rd Grade Chicago Trip - 2018
      • 3rd Grade Science Projects 2018
      • 6th Grade Field Trip - Feed My Starving Children
      • Annex Opening
      • Barn Hill Presentation
      • Canty Garden
      • Daddy Daughter Dance 2018
      • Dance Performance Spring 2016
      • Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
    • Lunch Menu
    • Student Rights & Responsibilities
    • Internet Safety
    • Student Email
    • Student Portal
    • SOAR Library Catalog
    • Achieve 3000
    • IXL
  • Parents
    • Absence Notification
    • Enrollment
    • School Forms & Documents
    • Supply Lists
    • Attendance
    • School Fee
    • Canty Gym Clothes
    • Social Work Resources - COVID-19
    • Nurse's Medical Corner
    • Parent Portal
    • Friends of Canty
    • Fundraising Opportunities
    • Volunteer
  • Remote Learning
  • Pay Student Fees