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Academic Lab
Mary Jo Vonasek
Course Description:
The curriculum in this course follows the Arizona State Standards and students annual goals. Throughout this course students will learn and use organizational strategies, test taking strategies, and will be assisted on core academic skills. Students will have the opportunity to work in a variety of learning situations – individually, in small groups, and as a large classroom. In order to be successful, students must take responsibility for their learning.
Course Objectives:
- Demonstrate the use of various organizational strategies.
- Increase basic academic skills.
- Identify components of successful test taking skills.
- Demonstrate study, group, and problem solving skills.
Classroom Rules and Consequences:
In order to maintain an excellent learning climate in our class, students will be expected to adhere to the following guidelines:
- Respect others. “Others” include fellow students, the teacher, substitutes, guests…everyone. We will speak our minds with tact and courtesy and we will listen carefully.
- Be prepared. Students will come to class on time and have all required materials, including supplies and completed homework.
- Respect the classroom. NO FOOD, DRINKS, GUM or CANDY is allowed in the classroom. (Water Bottles are permitted however they must contain WATER)
- Follow school rules. All school rules as outlined in the student handbook will be enforced. Inappropriate use of technology (Ipads, cell phones) after teacher requests will not be tolerated.
Consequences for not following the above guidelines may include any of the following:
- Loss of participation points.
- Parental Contact.
- Detention before and after school.
- Immediate removal from the classroom.
- Referral to the conduct office.
Grading: Grades will be based on the following:
- Use of study time/Behavior -20%
- Completion of goals/agenda-40%
- Self-Grade checks-40%
Agenda check: Students will be taught and required to use their agendas for keeping track of daily assignments. THIS IS NOT AN OPTION. They will be checked daily.
Weekly goal sheet: The students will write a weekly goal (academic, organizational, behavioral) at the start of the week and evaluate themselves on their progress.
Progress Reports:
You have the opportunity to check your student’s grades and attendance daily through the use of PowerSchools. I encourage not only parents, but students, to use this tool to stay on top of their grades. Progress reports will be sent out on a request basis.
Late/Make-up of In Class Assignments:
Class work missed as a result of an unexcused absence will result in a zero for that day. Please speak with the instructor regarding any special circumstances.
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Integrity:
Integrity is vital to the learning environment and life itself. Any instances of cheating will be dealt with according to school rules. Cheating includes; plagiarism (using another’s words without giving credit to the author), giving or receiving answers to/from another student, copying of homework or project assignments, and using answers during an exam.
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Please return this page to Mrs. Vonasek by August 18, 2015.
Student Name ______
I have read the “Course Syllabus” for Academic Labfor the 2015-2016 school year and understand the expectations of Mrs. Vonasek as well as the consequences if such expectations are not followed.
Student Signature: ______Date: ______
I have read my child’s “Course Syllabus” for Academic Lab, and I understand the expectations of Mrs. Vonasek as well as the consequences if such expectations are not followed. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to check my school website and Canvas website to keep up to speed on our class. Additionally, I understand the importance of a TI-83 or TI-84 calculator in this class.
Parent/Guardian Signature: ______
Home Phone: ______Cell/Work Phone: ______
Email: ______
Please provide any additional information about your child that would help me to assist them in being successful...