Viking Family,
As a reminder, Monday, February 16, is Winter Break, and all schools and system offices will be closed. Tuesday, February 17, will be a Digital Learning Day for students.
Please read our directions below so your student can be prepared to complete their work!
Student Work for Digital Learning Day:
Grades K–1: Students will not bring home a Chromebook to complete their assignments. Teachers will provide hands-on activities for these students.
Grades 2–5: May receive assignments requiring a Chromebook.
Grades 6–12: Students will use their Chromebooks that have been assigned for the school year.
Teachers may post assignments in Google Classroom or provide an offline option.
All assignments will be posted by Friday, February 13, at 3:30 p.m.
On Digital Learning Day, there are no in-person classes and no set login time.
Students can complete their work any time during Winter Break or on the Digital Learning Day.
Teachers will review expectations with students by Friday dismissal.
Questions about assignments?
Email your child’s teacher!
Faculty emails follow this format:
firstname lastname @lowndes.k12.ga.us
Example: Jane Doe → janedoe@lowndes.k12.ga.us
Chromebook Preparation:
Students should ensure their Chromebooks are updated before Digital Learning Day.
Watch the update video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sUCNW-bUGDg
Login Information:
Username: graduationyearfirstnamelastname (no spaces, all lowercase)
Example: 2025johndoe
Password: 692 + student lunch number
Parents can find the lunch number in Parent Portal if needed.
Assignment Time Expectations:
Grades K–2 → 1–2 hours
Grades 3–5 → 2–3 hours
Grades 6–8 → 45–60 minutes per course
Grades 9–12 → about 45–60 minutes per course (AP/Honors may take longer)
Tips for Student Success:
Find a quiet spot to work.
If your teacher uses Google Classroom, check each class for assignments!
Email your teacher with any questions.
Having technical difficulties?
Visit the LCS Technology Help Desk:
https://sites.google.com/lowndes.k12.ga.us/lcstechhelp/home
(You can also find this link on the Technology Department page of the Lowndes County Schools website.)
Remember:
The goal is to stay engaged and keep learning!