Course Syllabus
Disclosure for Ms. Taylor’s 7th Grade Science
Teacher:
Name: Ms. Kristin Taylor email: kristaylor@dsdmail.net Room: #159
Suggested Course Materials:
Composition or Spiral Notebook, any color (to be kept in class)
Pencils or pens
Optional: Colored Pencils; Gluestick; Scissors
Office Hours
I am available to meet on Fridays, either virtually or in person at the school. Please schedule through the Canvas calendar. I enjoy communicating with parents and guardians and you can email me anytime.
In-Class vs. Remote Days:
In-Class Days: We will be using the laptops in class each day; please come with a charged device. Time will be given in class to complete assignments.
Remote Days: Students should plan on 60 minutes of homework.
Absences
Please stay home if you have any Covid symptoms or do not feel well! In-Class and Remote assignments can be accessed through Canvas. Students are responsible for making up missed work.
Late Work Policy
Assignments may be turned in late without penalty up until the end of each term. There is no penalty for retaking quizzes or re-doing assignments and the highest grade will be kept.
Classroom Expectations
Students are expected to respect themselves, other students, and the teacher.
Grading
I will be using a standards-based grading system. Students will work towards proficiency in each standard.
Please see the chart for a breakdown of how scores will be linked to proficiency levels and letter grades.
Honors Designation Requirements
- Students will demonstrate the highest level of mastery on at least 90% of priority standards over the duration of the course. The honors designation will be available in honors classes and traditional classes with the designation being added to the transcript at the end of the course.
Accomodations
Accomodations requested for disabilites and medical issues protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act will be honored.