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Course Resources

1. Most importantly, you can use the "Help" button in the lower left corner! This allows you to contact your instructor with just a click, or to find tutorials on how to use Canvas. Try it now!

2. Your instructor can also be reached by

  • Phone: 907-224-9074
  • Email: aadams@kpbsd.org 
  • Phone: 814-616-3349
  • In Person: Seward High School
  • Video Chat (Google Hangout, Skype, SkypeforBusiness)
    • ​How to get Skype for Business for free!

NOTE: During Summer Term, Ms. A does not have established office hours. 
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3. Notice that you can also use the Navigation Menu along the left - this will allow you to view current announcements, the course modules, the syllabus (list of assignments), and your grades! Watch the Welcome Tutorial Video again for guidance on that sort of thing.
Viewing Teacher feedback is KEY to the course! Checkout the tutorial on how to view feedback!
The following list of resources will help you better use and understand this particular course, and meet its expectations. If you haven't already, please take time to click on each one and read the valuable information.
  • Course Pacing Guide - a list of when assignments/lessons are due for the entire semester (easy for printing) 
    • Fall 2017 Guides
  • Academic Integrity - how to be academically honest, avoid plagiarism and stay out of trouble
  • Eligibility - how to keep doing your sports and extra curricular activities by having passing grades
  • Email Account - a link to your school gmail account log in page
  • Grading Policies - how your instructor will score your work
  • Netiquette Guidelines - how you need to interact with your instructor and peers online
  • Required Materials - what you need to successfully complete this course 
  • PowerSchool  - a link to the district's log in page for accessing your grades - always look at the Semester grade
  • Text to Speech  - directions for getting your computer to read aloud to you
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