What is the teacher’s name? - Mrs. Grow

What is the room number? - 214

What is the teacher’s telephone number? - 262-359-8400

What is the teacher’s email address? - egrow@kusd.edu

How can students get extra help? - By appointment before or after school/study hall

Are there any prerequisites for this course? - No

What is the course description? - This course focuses on developing students’ reading, writing, and communication skills, as well as digital design skills. It prepares students for career opportunities and emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and responsible reporting.

What materials are required for this class? - Pen or pencil, folder, notebook designated for this class, and issued technology

What curriculum standards are used for this course? - Common Core State Standards

What are the course learning targets for Semester 1? - DPD1: Uses technology to produce/edit writing with appropriate vocab/conventions - DPD2: Gathers information from sources and skillfully incorporates it into writing - DPD3: Works independently & collaboratively to meet goals in a timely manner - DPD4: Communicates visually for a variety of purposes and audiences - DPD5: Develops life and career skills related to the digital media industry

What types of assessments will be used in this course? - Formative assessments (homework, class work/activities, end of section checkpoints) and summative assessments (tests, quizzes, projects, presentations, journals, final exams)

What is the late work policy? - 1st offense: Zero on the assignment if not completed within 5 days - Additional offenses: Write a SMART goal contract regarding work ethic and changes to be made - Work more than 5 school days late will receive a zero - Projects or presentations submitted/presented late will result in a 10% deduction from the grade

What is the Habits of Success assessment? - In addition to the academic grade, students will also earn a Habits of Success grade based on traits such as humor, leadership, integrity, respect, tenacity, and cooperation. A passing grade for Habits of Success is necessary to earn credit for the course.

What is the retake policy for summative assessments? - Students must show mastery/understanding in the related learning target before being allowed to retake or revise a summative assessment. A Classroom Revision/Retake Contract must be filled out and approved by the teacher, and formative or practice work agreed upon in the contract must be completed prior to the revision/retake.

What is the cell phone policy? - Student personal electronic devices are to be silenced and out of sight, except in the lunchroom. Devices are not allowed during assessments. Failure to follow the rules may result in a loss of Habits of Success points, student conference, and/or office referral.

What is the 1:1 Chromebook policy? - Students will have access to their own Chromebook throughout the school year and are responsible for charging it at home. Chromebooks cannot be left at school overnight and must be brought back and forth each day. Students must also follow district policy regarding acceptable use of technology.

Where will material be posted for students? - Google Classroom will be the main learning platform where material will be posted. Students are responsible for checking Google Classroom daily.

What are the grade component weights for Semester 1? - DPD 1: 20% - DPD 2: 20% - DPD 3: 20% - DPD 4: 20% - DPD 5: 20% - Summative: 98% - Formative: 2%

How will teacher/parent communication be handled? - The teacher will make every effort to respond to inquiries from students and parents within one school day.

How soon will grades be posted for review by parents and students? - Grades will be posted on the student information system (Infinite Campus) within five to seven school days, with missing work indicated within two school days of the due date.

What is the grading scale? - A+: 98-100% - A: 93-97% - A-: 90-92% - B+: 86-89% - B: 83-85% - B-: 80-82% - C+: 76-79% - C: 73-75% - C-: 70-72% - F: 0-69%