"AMI" - Frequently Asked Questions
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What is "AMI?"
"AMI" stands for “Alternative Methods of Instruction.” CPSD will use AMI on days where we have inclement weather and must cancel school.
“AMI Days” count as regular school days, and allow us to continue learning despite the uncontrollable elements of the weather. They also help us avoid "make-up snow days" at the end of the school year.
When regular school is cancelled and it is an “AMI Day,” students will work at home to complete assignments for their class(es). These will be posted in Schoology. AMI assignments are consistent for various grades and subjects throughout the district and will be based on existing knowledge, not new material. They are to be completed at home within 5 days of returning to school and graded accordingly.
“AMI Days” will be used each time we have inclement weather this school year. Please ask your child’s principal if you have questions about this practice. Our inclement weather policies and procedures are detailed on our website here.
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How/when will the AMI assignments be given to students?
AMI assignments will be posted on Schoology as soon as possible upon receiving the forecast of inclement weather. This will allow students the opportunity to complete assignments beforehand. If inclement weather occurs without advance warning, assignments will be posted that day. All students will have 5 days after returning to school to complete AMI assignments.
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What if my student does not have computer or internet access?
Students will have 5 days to complete the AMI assignments, so these can be done at school if a student does not have a computer at home or does not have access to the internet there. A student can complete the AMI assignment after returning to school.
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When will the AMI assignment be due?
Students will have 5 school days after the missed (AMI) day to complete the AMI assignment(s).
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What material is going to be covered on the AMI assignments?
The AMI assignments will be based on material that has already been previously covered in the students' classes. They will not contain any new subject matter.
These assignments will reflect the power standards prioritized by our district, which are those learning standards that are essential grade-level learning for each student.
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What if my student needs help with the AMI assignment?
Teachers will be available to help with the AMI assignments. Students should communicate with their teachers through Schoology.
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Does my child have to complete the AMI assignment on the actual "snow day?"
No. Each student will have 5 days after the missed snow day to complete the AMI assignment(s).
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What is the penalty for not completing the AMI assignment?
Teachers are required to assess and record student AMI work. Students who fail to complete the AMI assignment will not receive credit for that assignment.
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How many AMI days will we have in one school year?
We have been approved for up to 10 AMI days this school year.
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Will we ever have a "Snow Day" without it being an "AMI day?"
No. "AMI Days" are now our standard operating procedure for school closures during inclement weather.
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What does this mean for CPSD employees?
We expect our teachers to collaborate on these AMI assignments to make them the best they can be for our students and to make themselves available for questions if needed on the actual AMI days.
When students return to school, teachers will be required to assess and record all student work completed during the AMI day within 5 days of its due date.
Supervisors of classified employees will receive instruction in regard to their responsibilities on AMI days.
