East High School

2020 Honors Biology Syllabus

Instructor: Mr. David Scalisi Class Website: http://dscalisi.weebly.com Email: David_Scalisi@dpsk12.org

Telephone: 720.442.0827

We have designed the DPS remote learning system with the interest in providing for a predictable and flexible
experience for our students and for our teachers. In this system, the biology department designed every course to
connect to the learning that was occurring prior to Spring Break.

The Purpose of the Denver East Remote Learning System is to ensure that every Angel gains a positive experience as
an on-line learner, accessing engaging and meaningful academic experiences that provide for a successful
continuation of their learning through the completion of the 2019-20 school year.

Where can I find my assignments and materials?

➔ The work for each class is identified in Schoology. If Schoology is down or you are unable to access it, you can
get materials from the class web site at http: http://dscalisi.weebly.com
➔ The base day to day schedule for day to day effort is represented below.

What is the schedule of classes/ teacher availability?

The base schedule for the Denver East Remote Learning System provides for a flexible experience with Learning
Windows and Independent/Conference times. The “Learning Windows” provide flexible learning time so that
teachers and students have the ability to be responsive to the unique needs that they are experiencing during this time.
Instructional videos, assignments, assessments and projects, on-line interaction (small group, large group, individual),
and independent assigned tasks may take place, along with other approaches or assignments through which the
teacher has an interest in engaging their students in learning.
➔ Teachers will inform students about the required activities and assignments for each course in
Schoology.
➔ “Conferences” is a time when students or parents may request conference time (like Tutorial time or a parent/
teacher meeting), with the teacher.

Denver East Remote Learning System Student Responsibilities and Expectations:

➔ Students will:
◆ Be a full participant in the on-line learning opportunities
◆ Be required to participate in one (1) on-line session per class every week, if one is
scheduled for the class by the teacher
◆ Engage in interactive groups and chats, if and when assigned by the teacher
◆ Track their progress closely in Schoology and Infinite Campus and advocate for their
success in every class

➔ Students may:
◆ Request conference time provided by the teachers, or may request other specific times
if experiencing a conflict with scheduled time
◆ E-mail teachers with updates and questions- stay connected!

➔ We will all:
◆ Be gracious and thankful for one another as we do our best to create, engage and
refine a remote learning system that works for students and adults, alike

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2020 Honors Biology Syllabus

Denver East Remote Learning System Schedule

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Content Window 1 Math Social Studies English Performing/Visual AVID, ASC,ELD &
Arts SPED
8:30-10:00

Content Window 2 World Languages AVID,ASC,ELD & Science CTE, ROTC, PE. World Languages
SPED
10:0-11:30

Open Window Open Open Open Open Open

(Drop in) (Drop in) (Drop in) (Drop in) (Drop in)
11:30-12:30

Content Window 3 English Performing & Conferences Math Conferences

VisualArts (Appointment only) (Appointment only)
12:30-2:00

Content Window 4 Science CTE, ROTC, Phys. Conference Social Studies Conference
Ed. (Appointment only) (Appointment only)
2:00-3:30

I look forward to us learning together and progressing together into the next several weeks. Please,
let me know if you have any question and, as we learn-forward, your suggestions and ideas will continue to be
of great value.

COURSE GRADING: The grade book in this class is a semester long and is divided into the following categories:
➔ Interim Assessments (exit tickets, open-note quizzes): 10%
➔ Formative Assessments (homework, classwork): 30%
➔ Summative Assessments (projects, tests, closed-notes quizzes): 60%

LATE WORK POLICY: Late work is accepted at the teacher's discretion.

➔ Late homework will be deducted 25% per day late. On the 5th day- it will be recorded as a 0.
➔ It is the responsibility of the student to make arrangements for homework if they do not have access to the
internet and will be held accountable.
➔ Homework that is turned-in incomplete will be returned only once and marked as a “0” until completed
and counted as late.

CHEATING & PLAGIARISM: There is no benefit to your education in cheating or copying. If we catch you
cheating or copying any work, we reserve the right to give you a zero on any assignment or test. Believe in
your own academic abilities and do your own work.

KEYS TO SUCCESS
The following will help you succeed in class:
⚿ Ask questions! ⚿ Think creatively.
⚿ Study 20 – 30 minutes each day, ⚿ Complete all work on time.
⚿ Keep up with assignments! ⚿ Ask for help
⚿ Study for tests and quizzes

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