Ms. Shepherd's Syllabus - 1st Hour

Email: katelyn.shepherd@guhsdaz.org

Phone: (623) 738-6294

You can text me! Just include your full name and class period the first time you do.

Virtual classroom: https://guhsdaz.webex.com/meet/katelyn.shepherd

Use that link for class meetings and to see me after school.

WebEx meeting to begin class:

8:00 Wednesdays

8:30 Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays

If you are late, you will be marked tardy. If you don't show up to WebEx, you will be marked absent. Always contact me with issues.

On-your-own (asynchronous) work:

Your assignments will be organized under the day's date in Google Classroom. They will include links to other platforms such as Canvas and Quizizz.

- When you enter the meeting: type your first and last name, mute yourself (mic off).

- We will usually keep video off so we don't slow down the meeting, but I may ask you to turn your video on at any time.

- Use the chat! Ask questions, correct me when I’m wrong, etc.

- Follow the school dress code still, and keep your background appropriate.

- Stay in the meeting until I dismiss you.

Your assignments are weighted by percentages as follows:

Tests: 60%

Assignments: 30%

Final Exam: 10%

Retest policy: All students have the opportunity to retake any unit test within the time period allowed by the teacher. Students can only retest if all assignments from the unit are completed. Use the After School Form to schedule a test retake.

I hope to make this online learning experience as meaningful and fun as possible. We will try to keep it simple and structured.

That being said, it’s still math and will require handwritten work for you to learn. You can’t do it all in your head. You will need paper and pencils. I strongly recommend a three ring binder to keep your notes and assignment work organized. Please let me know if you need help getting school supplies.