EDUCATIONAL ONLINE PROGRAM (EOP)

INSTRUCTOR’S CONTACT INFORMATION

E-Mail Address: EdTechTeacherDMV@gmail.com
Planning/Prep: Periods 3A and 2B

COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Educational Online Program (EOP) gives students the opportunity to earn original credit
for courses or recover credit for classes they previously failed through a blended learning format.
Through the EOP, students may continue their education by accessing coursework in an online and
flexible classroom environment: 80% online and 20% face-to-face with a school-based teacher.
These blended learning/ online courses can be more rigorous than traditional high school classes
because they follow an accelerated schedule, have weekly assignment deadlines, and require regular
participation.
With the assistance of the Professional School Counselor, students’ transcripts are evaluated
to determine the core content credit (i.e. English, Social Studies, Mathematics, or Science) or elective
credit that needs to be earned by the student. Then, eligible students complete the student
registration packet that requires the signatures of the student and her/his parent/guardian.

MATERIALS
 PGCPS Email Address
 Personal Computer with Internet Access
 Pair of Headphones
 Spiral Notebook OR Composition Journal
 3-Ring Binder with Dividers OR 3-Prong Folder with Pockets OR Expanding File Folder
 Blue/Black Ink Pens and #2 Pencils

LAB RULES
Students are expected to abide by the rules and the regulations set by Bladensburg High School and
the Code of Student Conduct. In addition, you are expected to:
 Respect yourself, others, and your surroundings.
 Follow directions the first time they are given.
 Bring your binder, pen, and other appropriate materials to class.
 Silence all portable electronic devices upon entry into the lab.
 Conduct yourselves as young professionals at all times.

DISCIPLINE PLAN
First Offense: Student-Teacher Conversation/Verbal Warning
Second Offense: Incident Report/Parent-Teacher Phone Conversation
Third Offense: Student Accountability Center (SAC)/Student Improvement Plan

Administrative action will be taken, including withdrawal from the EOP,

if the prohibited behavior/action continues.

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ATTENDANCE POLICY
It is the responsibility of the student to arrive on time to lab and to attend the labs to which s/he is
assigned. Students who are absent on three (3) or more occasions may be withdrawn from the EOP
without reimbursement. If withdrawn from the program, the student will not earn credit for the
attempted course. The procedures for absences and tardies and their respective consequences are
detailed in PGCPS Administrative Procedures. Refer to it for additional information.

GRADING AND REPORTING

Grade Categories and Weights
The grade categories and weights depend on the content course. In general, assessments account
for the highest percentage of the overall grade. Activities follow assessments in category weights.
Finally, projects account for the smallest percentage of the overall grade.

Grade Scale
A: 90% - 100% C: 70% - 79% E: 0% - 59%
B: 80% - 89% D: 60% - 69%

Grade Reporting
Students must finish the assigned online course by the last day of the Fall/Spring Semester. The
EOP recommends that students work on their course at least 5%-8% each week to fulfill the
completion requirement. Students must complete all assigned work with a mastery score of 60% or
higher in order to earn credit.

PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICES (PEDS)

PEDs may be used in the classroom for instructional purposes, provided that PED use does not
violate the Code of Student Conduct. Staff may request at any time that students turn off and put
away PEDs. Students assume full responsibility for their PEDs. Students are responsible for using
PGCPS-issued PEDs in an appropriate manner.

COURSE ACCESS
 APEX – The learning management system that PGCPS uses for students that are interested in
earning original credit. The courses blend standards-based instruction with multimedia
lessons, tools, and resources.
 EDGENUITY – The learning management system that PGCPS uses for its credit recovery
program. The courses blend standards-based instruction with lessons from expert, on-screen
teachers and multimedia tools and resources.
 EDMODO – Announcements are posted here, as well as important information about the EOP.
Create an account at www.edmodo.com and join the EOP Group.
 REMIND – This tool is used to send out quick reminders about deadlines to your mobile
devices and foster open communication. Register at www.remind.com.
 SCHOOLMAX – A daily record of attendance and weekly record of graded assignments are
maintained on this site. Check periodically to stay informed!

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HOW TO BE SUCCESSFUL
Due to the enhanced schedule and rigor of the courses, it is imperative that students remain
motivated, disciplined, and consistent. Students who are successful in the EOP and complete their
coursework:
 Attend lab every week w/ required materials.
 Commit to working additional hours @home, including on the weekends.
 Take notes daily in notebook.
 Ask for help from your certified teacher.
 Be positive. Be consistent.

STUDENT/PARENT/TEACHER COMMUNICATION
I encourage both students and parents to contact me with any concerns and/or questions. My contact
information can be found on this syllabus and the school’s website.

SIGN AND RETURN

We have read the course description and expectations for the Educational Online Program (EOP).
We understand them and will follow the procedures and policies as outlined. We especially
understand that a personal computer with Internet access is required for the course; the enrolled
student will have access. We also understand that excessive absences will make the enrolled
student ineligible to earn credit, and consequently s/he will be withdrawn from the EOP without a
refund.

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Signature (Student) Date

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Signature (Parent/Guardian) Date