Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions 
of students and parents.

1. Will late homework be accepted?
2. When is extra help?
3. What if I am absent on a test day?
4. Do I take the Living Environment Regents in June?
5. Is there a lab requirement for my class?
6. How can I find out if I am missing assignments?
7. What is the best way for parents to contact Mrs. Van Tassell?

Will late homework be accepted?

No. We will be discussing the homework on the day it is due.  
Even if you are absent, I expect you to hand in the homework.  The monthly 
homework calendar is distributed in class at the beginning of the month 
and it can always be found on this website.

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When is extra help?

Wednesdays 2:20pm 

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What if I am absent on a test day?

If you are absent on a test day, you will take a make up test on 
the day you return to class.  Make up tests tend to be more difficult since 
you have had more time to study than your classmates.

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Do I take the Living Environment Regents in June?

Regents Biology- YES, you take the regents.

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Is there a lab requirement for my class?

Regents Biology- YES, you need 1200 minutes on file.  We will 
do well over this minimum, so you should have no problem 
being eligible to take the exam!

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How can I find out if I am missing assignments?

I will post grade sheets (no names, only secret numbers)roughly 
every two weeks.  The missing assignments will be highlighted.

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What is the best way for parents to contact Mrs. Van Tassell?

Definitely email is the best method of communication.  I can 
check it at several times during the school day and at home.
pvantassell@acsdny.org

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