Tara Arcand
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Multiple ChoiceIs the teacher available for extra help during study halls, lunchtime, before or after school, etc.?
Almost AlwaysThe teacher responds to emails promptly. Do you...
Strongly AgreeThe teacher posts in-class materials online for reference (slides, etc.):
Almost AlwaysThe teacher lets us know at the beginning of the course and along the way how much each part of the class (homework, papers, quizzes and tests) counts towards our total grade:
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Very HighThe teacher allows us to use technology in class (e.g. laptop, calculator, smart pen, etc.)
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Very HighWhat advice would you give yourself if you were just starting the class now?
Class of 2020
Mrs. Arcand is probably the best science/biology teacher I've had throughout my elementary, junior highschool, and highschool experience. She really cares for each and every one of her students and wants to see them succeed. Even though Mrs. Arcand provides her lessons on the daily Question of the Day packages - which is uploaded online - make sure to take thorough notes from the textbook in addition to the Question of the Day powerpoints. The key concepts will be included in the Question of the Day packages. To succeed in class, make sure to read over the Question of the Day PowerPoints as well as take notes daily and revise those notes before any major unit exam or quiz. You will have to do a bit of self-teaching in and out of class. If you ever have any questions - don't be hesitant to ask them in class, she is always eager to help. If you ever need help outside of class, Mrs. Arcand is almost always available during lunch as well as after school. The unit exams will account for the majority of your mark. Make sure to review practice questions on Quest A plus and by using the Key from the library before any unit exam for Biology 30.