Dear All,
Dr. Artzt and I really appreciate receiving your journals and meeting with you for chat times. If you or your loved ones were ill, we hope recovery is in sight. We hope those of you who are well, stay well and practice safe social distancing.
The post below was shared with me because it is written by a teacher.
May you find it as inspiring as I do!
Stay safe!
Mrs. Weinman
Naomi Weinman
TIME2000/SEYS
Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367
(w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718-997-5173
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"This is a tough time for students. Stay strong and in a world with a lot of what ifs let's think about these ones a bit...
With the rest of the school year going to online learning and in some places, canceled altogether-students will miss 2 to 2.5 months of traditional classroom time.
Many people are concerned about students falling behind because of this. Yes, they may fall behind when it comes to classroom education...
But what if...
What if instead of falling "behind", this group of kids are ADVANCED because of this? Hear me out.
What if they have more empathy, they enjoy family connection, they can be more creative and entertain themselves, they love to read, they love to express themselves in writing.
What if they enjoy the simple things, like their own backyard and sitting near a window in the quiet.
What if they notice the birds and the dates the different flowers emerge, and the calming renewal of a gentle rain shower?
What if this generation are the ones to learn to cook, organize their space, do their laundry, and keep a well run home?
What if they learn to stretch a dollar and to live with less?
What if they learn to plan shopping trips and meals at home.
What if they learn the value of eating together as a family and finding the good to share in the small delights of the everyday?
What if they are the ones to place great value on our teachers and educational professionals, librarians, public servants and the previously invisible essential support workers like truck drivers, grocers, cashiers, custodians, logistics, and health care workers and their supporting staff, just to name a few of the millions taking care of us right now while we are sheltered in place?
What if among these children, a great leader emerges who had the benefit of a slower pace and a simpler life to truly learn what really matters in this life?
What if they are AHEAD?
Dearest TIME 2000 Freshmen,
I hope you and your families are well. Dr. Artzt and I greatly appreciated your candor in the journal assignments recently submitted. Several students have requested that group conferences continue in order to be together and to speak about different concerns you have. We thought it would be good to set up a few small group conferences via Google Meet. We will meet with freshmen on Tuesday, April 7, which is following a Monday schedule, at 2:00pm. If this time is not good for you and you wish to speak, we will work out another time, just let me know. Or if the time conflicts with everyone's schedule please let me know.
Click on this link to the meeting at 2pm on Tuesday:
https://meet.google.com/tcu-zqgm-sed?authuser=2&pli=1
You will be able to see everyone and have the option to speak or to text via the chat box or just hang out and listen.
I look forward to seeing you tomorrow!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Weinman
Naomi Weinman
TIME2000/SEYS
Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367
(w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718-997-5173
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Good Morning everyone,
I hope this email finds you all well. I hope your families are happy and healthy in this very hectic time. Typically, a survey is given out during this time of year to rate the performance of the lab technician (Alyssa Figueroa). Due to campus restrictions, I have decided to give the survey via Google Drive.
If possible, please take a moment to complete the lab survey at this link:
https://forms.gle/4A3NMwxdf4b9yu3B9
Note that the survey can be completed anonymously.
Thank you in advance.
Alyssa Figueroa
Computer Lab Technician
SEYS TIME2000
Queens College - CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Flushing, NY |11367
(w) 718-997-5172 | (f)718 997 5173
http://www.qc.cuny.edu
:)
Dear Math Ed Students,
As I watch the news, I noticed that there is so much math in the news reports now and the speakers are saying things like "Do the Math!"
Finally answering the age old question:
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Stay safe!
Mrs. Weinman
Naomi Weinman
TIME2000/SEYS
Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367
(w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718-997-5173
time2000.qc.cuny.edu<https://www.qc.cuny.edu/Academics/Honors/Time2000/Pages/default.aspx> | Donate to TIME 2000<http://bit.ly/time2000>
Dear TIME 2000 Students,
I hope you and your family members are well and staying healthy. Dr. Artzt and I continue to miss you terribly and cannot wait until we can all return to campus. We are concerned and would like to hear from you by way of a journal assignment.
The following assignment is required for all freshmen, but all students are welcome to respond as we would love to know how you are doing. Journals should be submitted via e-mail to both Dr. Artzt (qcartzt(a)gmail.com<mailto:qcartzt@gmail.com>) and Mrs. Weinman (Naomi.Weinman(a)qc.cuny.edu<mailto:Naomi.Weinman@qc.cuny.edu>), as text in the e-mail (NOT as an attachment to the e-mail) by March 31, 2020. THEY SHOULD ALSO BE HONEST, SO WE KNOW IF THERE ARE ANY PROBLEMS. PLEASE DON'T JUST TELL US THINGS YOU THINK WE WANT TO HEAR. THE ONLY REASON FOR THESE JOURNALS IS TO GET REAL HONEST FEEDBACK FROM YOU SO THAT WE CAN BE OF HELP, EVEN IF IT MEANS ADJUSTING THE PROGRAM IN SOME WAY.
Journal Assignment: The Spring 2020 semester is unlike any we have experienced before! We are interested in getting your feedback on several issues and, more importantly, knowing how you are doing. Please respond to the following in as detailed and honest a manner as possible.
1. What is your name? How are you and your family? How are you handling the changes in your life caused by the coronavirus pandemic?
2. Describe your experiences this semester thus far. Include a BRIEF description of the courses you are taking and your feelings about those courses (both TIME 2000 and non-TIME 2000 courses).
3. How is your life outside of school? (e.g., Are you working, or were you working until the coronavirus restrictions were enacted? If so, where and how many hours? Is it interfering with your school life? Are you able to have a social life? ) HOW IS LIFE AT HOME?
4. Describe any other thoughts and feelings you would like to share about the TIME 2000 program that you did not mention above. What things would you like us to be sure to do in future semesters? Please let us know any questions you may have.
5. Describe any other thoughts and feelings you would like to share about yourself that you did not mention above. What is going on in your life right now that you'd like us to know about?
Be safe and stay well!
Mrs. Weinman
Naomi Weinman
TIME2000/SEYS
Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367
(w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718-997-5173
time2000.qc.cuny.edu<https://www.qc.cuny.edu/Academics/Honors/Time2000/Pages/default.aspx> | Donate to TIME 2000<http://bit.ly/time2000>
Dear TIME 2000 Students,
Given all the changes in your lives, I wanted to check in to see how you are doing. During this unusual time, it is important to stay connected with friends, colleagues - students and teachers, and, of course, family. I love reading your journals but that is only one way to stay connected.
CUNY has created a web page that is extremely useful. In addition to listing specific date extensions for CUNY and QC deadlines, it includes a variety of tips, resources and tools. Be sure to scroll through the entire page. It is an excellent resource.
Check out the new CUNY Continuity for Students webpage which features resources, tools and tips to help you transition to distance learning for the rest of the Spring 2020 semester.<http://maestro.cuny.edu/trk/click?ref=zqtbwp23f_2-1uc942a-0-1d84x37442x0RHw…>
Other suggestions for staying connected come from an email I received from 1800Flowers. They make a lot of sense so I am sharing them with you.
Develop A Plan for Staying in Touch:
Jot down a list of people - even just three, four, or five - under the following headings: friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors. Develop a contact plan for the days and weeks ahead. It could be an aunt who lives alone, an older neighbor, or neighboring couple. Some you may want to contact every day or even every week. These need not be long conversations. Just reaching out is often enough.
Make Use of New Technologies:
Use the amazing new communication technologies available today - Zoom, FaceTime, Skype, Google Hangouts, etc. to create regular group conversations with your family or a specific group of friends. If you have folks in your circle who have never embraced platforms like these, do them a favor; call them and walk them through setting up. It will change their lives.
Give Yourself a Break:
Start a virtual book club over Skype or Zoom. Plan to watch the same comedy on Netflix with a friend. These moments of human contact - even if they're virtual - are even more important in times like these. Seeing a familiar face is comforting, even if it is on a device screen.
Staying connected with others is one of the best things we can do for our well-being during these anxious times. As Jim says, "At the end of this period - and it will eventually end - you will emerge with more, deeper, and better relationships."
Let's all stay connected and stay healthy!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Weinman
Naomi Weinman
TIME2000/SEYS
Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367
(w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718-997-5173
time2000.qc.cuny.edu<https://www.qc.cuny.edu/Academics/Honors/Time2000/Pages/default.aspx> | Donate to TIME 2000<http://bit.ly/time2000>
Dear TIME 2000 Students,
I hope you and your family members are well and staying healthy. Dr. Artzt and I miss you terribly and cannot wait for things to return to normal and to see your bright faces, again. Your professors are working to convert your courses to online learning as on-campus events have been suspended. Please continue to check for emails from us as the semester continues for TIME 2000 updates. Although the March seminar is cancelled, we would still love to hear from you by way of a journal assignment.
The following assignment is required for all sophomores since their small group conferences were cancelled, but all students are more than welcome to respond. Journals should be submitted via e-mail to both Dr. Artzt (qcartzt(a)gmail.com<mailto:qcartzt@gmail.com>) and Mrs. Weinman (Naomi.Weinman(a)qc.cuny.edu<mailto:Naomi.Weinman@qc.cuny.edu>), as text in the e-mail (NOT as an attachment to the e-mail) by March 24, 2020. THEY SHOULD ALSO BE HONEST, SO WE KNOW IF THERE ARE ANY PROBLEMS. PLEASE DON'T JUST TELL US THINGS YOU THINK WE WANT TO HEAR. THE ONLY REASON FOR THESE JOURNALS IS TO GET REAL HONEST FEEDBACK FROM YOU SO THAT WE CAN BE OF HELP, EVEN IF IT MEANS ADJUSTING THE PROGRAM IN SOME WAY.
Journal Assignment: The Spring 2020 semester is unlike any we have experienced before! We are interested in getting your feedback on several issues and, more importantly, knowing how you are doing. Please respond to the following in as detailed and honest a manner as possible.
1. What is your name? How are you and your family? How are you handling the changes in your life caused by the coronavirus pandemic?
2. Describe your experiences this semester thus far. Include a BRIEF description of the courses you are taking and your feelings about those courses (both TIME 2000 and non-TIME 2000 courses).
3. How is your life outside of school? (e.g., Are you working, or were you working until the coronavirus restrictions were enacted? If so, where and how many hours? Is it interfering with your school life? Are you able to have a social life? )
4. Describe any other thoughts and feelings you would like to share about the TIME 2000 program that you did not mention above. What things would you like us to be sure to do in future semesters? Please let us know any questions you may have.
5. Describe any other thoughts and feelings you would like to share about yourself that you did not mention above. What is going on in your life right now that you'd like us to know about?
Be safe and stay well!
Mrs. Weinman
Naomi Weinman
TIME2000/SEYS
Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367
(w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718-997-5173
time2000.qc.cuny.edu<https://www.qc.cuny.edu/Academics/Honors/Time2000/Pages/default.aspx> | Donate to TIME 2000<http://bit.ly/time2000>
Dear TIME 2000 Students,
After reviewing the latest public health information, out of an abundance of caution, the following TIME 2000 events scheduled for the next two weeks have been cancelled:
1. Sophomore SMALL GROUP conferences, Wednesday, March 11.
2. LIMACON, Friday March 13.
3. TIME 2000 SEMINAR, Tuesday March 17.
Your health is of our greatest concern.
Stay safe!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Weinman
Naomi Weinman
TIME2000/SEYS
Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367
(w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718-997-5173
time2000.qc.cuny.edu<https://www.qc.cuny.edu/Academics/Honors/Time2000/Pages/default.aspx> | Donate to TIME 2000<http://bit.ly/time2000>
TO ALL TIME 2000 STUDENTS ATTENDING LIMACON NEXT FRIDAY:
PLEASE COME TO THE TIME 2000 OFFICE TODAY (until 3pm) OR TOMORROW (9am-5pm), AND AS SOON AS HUMANLY POSSIBLE, TO COMPLETE A QC TRIP PARTICIPATION FORM FOR LIMACON. AS LIMACON IS NEXT WEEK, WE NEED THE FORMS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AS THEY ARE REQUIRED BY THE PROVOST'S OFFICE.
Please remind all your TIME 2000 classmates to visit the TIME 2000 office as soon as possible.
THANK YOU.
Mrs. Weinman
Naomi Weinman
TIME2000/SEYS
Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367
(w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718-997-5173
time2000.qc.cuny.edu<https://www.qc.cuny.edu/Academics/Honors/Time2000/Pages/default.aspx> | Donate to TIME 2000<http://bit.ly/time2000>
