Alternative Methods of Instruction (AMI)

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Education That Keeps Moving

The Centralia School District Alternative Methods of Instruction (AMI) plan is designed to ensure the continuity of learning during emergency school closures, such as inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances. The plan allows students to engage in meaningful educational activities from home, ensuring progress in their studies without extending the school year.

Centralia’s AMI plan is approved by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and is aligned with state guidelines to provide equitable and accessible instruction for all students. Per state law, the district is able to use up to 36 hours of AMI before needing to add in-person instructional hours to the school calendar.

Schedules and Content for Students

For students in grades PK-2, grade-level learning choice boards include assignments and activities designed for independent completion or minimal support.

Students are expected to complete the assignments in their electronic choice boards.

For students in grades 3-5, grade-level learning choice boards include assignments and activities designed for independent completion or minimal support.

Students are expected to complete the assignments from their choice boards in their Google Classroom.

Students in grades 6-8, will use Google Classroom to deliver and manage instructional content and assignments. Students will access their Google accounts to review and complete the assignments provided by their teachers.

Assignments will be uploaded and ready for student access by 9:00 a.m. on the AMI day. Assignments should be completed and submitted by the end of the school day unless circumstances prevent a student from doing so (11:59 p.m.).

Students in grades 9-12, will use Google Classroom to deliver and manage instructional content and assignments. Students will access their Google accounts to review and complete the assignments provided by their teachers.