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

1. Does Mrs. Van Tassell accept late homework?
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?

Does Mrs. Van Tassell accept late homework?

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?

Biology- Tuesdays 2:20pm in Room 2410

Forensics- Thursdays 2:20pm in Room 1326 (Let me know you plan to 
attend!)

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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.

Forensics- NO, you do not take the regents.

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Is there a lab requirement for my class?

Regents Biology- YES, you need 1200 minutes on file.

Forensics- The state does not require a certain number of lab 
minutes; 
however, most of your grade will be from lab work.

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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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