Study Skills Syllabus 2013 2014

Mrs. Sara E.
Meissner
Course Syllabus 2013-2014 Vasquez High School
Phone: 661-269-0451 ext. 507 Email: smeissner@aadusd.k12.ca.us Website: http://mrsmeissner.weebly.com/ Twitter: @MrsMeissner
Course Content This course emphasizes learning strategies such as organization, memorization, note taking, studying for tests, test taking strategies, research skills, and transition skills. Along with study skill mini-lesson instruction, students will be supported as they practice these study skills while working on requirements for academic classes.
Course Text The course will be utilizing Study Skills for Students in Grades 6-12 by Mangrum-Strich Learning Resources.
Aeries Students in Study Skills are required to have their own Aeries account that they will check in class on a weekly basis.
Supplies It is highly recommended that students come prepared with certain materials that would assist in their organization, readiness, and ultimate academic success on a daily basis. These materials are: Book for Reading Blue or Black Pens Red or Green Pens for Correcting Pencils with Sharpened Lead and Eraser Highlighter Loose Leaf/Filler Paper Wide or College Ruled Student Planner (provided)
Classroom Rules & Expectations Preparation: Seated at assigned desk before the tardy bell ready to learn with materials ready Respect: Follow directions, raise hand to speak in class, keep hands & all objects to self, use positive language, and follow VHS student behavior expectations and dress code. Responsibility: Take ownership of actions/words and contribute to the positive learning environment.
Grading Policy & Scale Grading will be based on total points earned while in class and no extra credit will be given. Students will earn points for completing classwork from our text, working productively without disrupting other students, having materials (including student planner) required for assignment completion, and checking Aeries (weekly in class).
Grades are updated weekly in Aeries. A+ B+ C+ D+ F 100% - 98% 89% - 88% 79% - 78% 69% - 68% 59% and below A B C D 97% - 92% 87% - 82% 77% - 72% 67% - 62% ABCD91% - 90% 81% - 80% 71% - 70% 61% - 60%
Mrs. Sara E. Meissner

School/Home Connection and Communication Grades are updated in Aeries weekly and homework assignments are posted daily via my twitter account. I am also using Remind 101 to post important updates for my classes and I encourage students and Parents to sign up for this free and valuable resource. Parents and students are also encouraged to regularly check Aeries to monitor grades, missing assignments, etc.. If you have any questions, concerns, etc., please use email and/or telephone to contact me. As I am often with students in my classroom during breaks, lunch, etc., it is quickest for me to respond/contact parents via email. If I am teaching or in a meeting and unable to immediately get to your email or phone call, I will get back to you within 24-48 hours.
Discipline Policy If a students behavior interferes with the classroom learning environment, he/she may be assigned a class detention. If a student is assigned a class detention, he/she will be given a slip that instructs when and where to report for the detention. If the student fails to serve the detention as assigned, it will be rescheduled and contact with the parent(s)/guardian(s) of the student will be made. If the student fails to report for the rescheduled detention, a referral will be sent to the office for further consequences. If a students behavior is so disruptive that he/she is directed to leave the classroom, the student will be sent to the office with a referral.
Tardy Policy Students that are not in their assigned seat at the bell signaling the start of class are considered tardy. Tardies are updated daily in Aeries and will be assigned the following consequences: 1st and 2nd Tardy: Teacher Warnings 3rd, 4th, and 5th Tardy: Class Detention and Parental Contact 6th Tardy and Beyond: Administrative Referral and Parental Contact
Cell Phone/Electronic Devices Policy Cell Phones/Electronic devices are not to be visible and/or used in class. Students that are observed with their device out during class will need to give the device to the teacher/assistant for the remainder of the class period. The student will receive the device back at the end of the period. If the student refuses to hand over the device when requested, he/she will be sent to the office with a referral. If the student violates the policy a third time and beyond, the device will be sent to the office with a referral and they will need to pick up their device at the end of the school day.
Eating/Drinking Policy No food or drinks other than water are allowed in the classroom. Students that have food or drinks out will be asked to put them away. Disciplinary action may be taken for continued violation of this policy.

Remind 101 Remind101 is a service that provides a safe way for teachers to text message or email students and parents. Using Remind101, teachers can engage their students and parents more effectively without needing to know their phone number and without having to give their phone number out. With Remind101, all personal information remains completely confidential. from Remind101.com To sign up for Remind101 messages: Algebra Essentials text @algebess to 657-900-4216
or
email to algebess@mail.remind101.com
Consumer Math & Consumer Math Essentials text @cmathess to 657-900-4216 or email to cmathess@mail.remind101.com CAHSEE Math Essentials text @cahseemes to 657-900-4216 Study Skills text @studyskl to 657-900-4216
or
email to cahseemes@mail.remind101.com
or
email to studyskl@mail.remind101.com
Website My website is located at: http://mrsmeissner.weebly.com. It includes my twitter feed (daily homework), Remind101 sign up information, class policies, syllabi, transition planning information, math resources, important links and more.
Aeries It is vital that all parents and students have their own Aeries accounts to check their classes (grades, missing work, etc.) on a regular basis. If you do not have an Aeries account, you need to visit the main office to get your access code. There is also a handout in the office to assist you in setting up your accounts.

I have read and understand Mrs. Meissners Course Syllabus 2013-2014. I have also read and understand the Vasquez High School Parent/Student Handbook 2013-2014.
Student Printed Name:
___________________________________________________
Student Signature
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Parent/Guardian Signature(s)
___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) email(s):
___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________
Yes
No
I/We have signed up for Remind101.

Due: Thursday, October 4, 2012
Name: Date: Period:
I have read and understand Mrs. Meissners Class Syllabus. I have also read and understand the Vasquez High School Parent/Student Handbook 2012-2013. I also understand that Study Skills has a quiet room policy (no talking, noises, etc.) to ensure that the learning environment supports the productivity and progress of all students. Verbal warnings will be given the first time a student violates the quiet room policy. Repeated infractions will result in student-teacher conferences, calls home, detention, and referral. Student Signature Parent/Guardian Signature(s) ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________
When I/we need to be contacted, please call (times and number) ______________________________________________________ email (address) ______________________________________________________________
My student has access to the following resources at home: (please circle all that apply) computer internet access calculator
My student has experience using a planner/binder reminder daily.
Yes / No
My child reads for __________ minutes every day.
Please add any additional information that you feel will assist the teachers and your student in the

classroom. (Use the back side if additional room is needed.) __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________

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Mrs. Sara E. Meissner

Student Printed Name:

I/We have signed up for Remind101.

Mrs. Sara E. Meissner

Due: Thursday, October 4, 2012

Name: Date: Period:

My student has experience using a planner/binder reminder daily.

My child reads for __________ minutes every day.

Mrs. Sara E. Meissner

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