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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I feel like the term "pod" is being used to mean two completely different things.

1. "Pod" - Essentially daycare or team parenting where a caregiver provides supervision that includes overseeing distance learning log-ins and schedule maintenance. see, nanny, aupair
2. "Pod" - Two or more unaffiliated households who collectively hire an educator to supervise distance learning, classroom activities and supplement regular distance learning curriculum. see, tutor, private teacher.

These are not remotely the same thing or solving or the same problem.

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We're much more in the (1) camp.

We have 2 kids and found a second family with 2 about the same ages as ours. The four range from K-2nd. We were able to find a part time babysitter to help out. The rest of the supervision is split between parents. We're still nearby for technical or moral support, but are now able to telework at more like 80-90%. Frankly, we're relying almost entirely on the teachers for the education side and it's going well. The kids are adapting to Teams and somewhat managing their schedule themselves--even at their young age. They're definitely interacting and paying attention more than last spring. I think the 'pod' helps because it's a specific thing we go to every day instead of just sitting around the house. [/quote]

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