Syllabus

Course: Computer Science

Syllabus 2025-2026

Instructor: Mrs. Franklin

E-mail: sabrina.franklin@fcstn.net

School Website: http://southmiddle.fcstn.net/  

Phone: 931-967-7355

Welcome to Computer Science!

This course will cover the following core concepts and skills:

• Fundamentals of algorithmic and computational thinking 

• Block-based coding in the Python Programming language

• Data representation, collection and analysis

• Networks and Internet Basics

• Ethical considerations of computing and responsible digital behavior

The complete breakdown of the Middle School Computer Science Standards can be found online at:

https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/education/standards/comp-sci/Final_Computer_Science_Standards_Framework_for_Grades_K-12.pdf

Materials/Resources: 

Kira-learning.com

Commonsense.org

code.org

Chromebook      

Pencil        

Paper                                                              

Grading Scale

A 90-100

B 80-89

C 70-79

D 60- 69

F 0-59

Your Success/Grade In This Class Will Depend On:

• Doing all assigned work with honest effort

• Class Participation

• Coming to class prepared and on time

• Keeping absences/tardies to a minimum

Homework

Homework will be assigned on an as needed basis.   Any assignments that are not completed in class may be sent home as homework.

Helpful Hints for a Successful Year:

• Do your very best work each and every day!!!!

• If you have any questions or find you are struggling with a concept and /or assignment, please contact Mrs. Franklin for support.

Rules and Consequences

1. You are expected to arrive at class on time every day, and be ready to work when the bell rings.

2. Consequence will follow the SMS Discipline Procedure.

3. Assignments are due on time. Homework, projects, and writing assignments lose points each day they are late.

4. If you are absent from my class, it is your responsibility to make up any work you have missed.  You can find out about make-up work by checking Google Classroom or asking Mrs. Franklin.

5. Show respect for the teacher as well as your classmates at all times. Examples of disrespect: Talking while Mrs. Franklin is talking, talking while other students are sharing ideas to the class (including whispering), and using insulting or derogatory language.

Discipline Procedures:

1st- Offense - Teacher will warn the student to correct the behavior.

2nd Offense- Student will be assigned a new seat.

3rd Offense- Student will be removed from the classroom.

4th Offense- Student will earn consequences like silent lunch or after school

5th Offense- Students will be referred to the office for the behavior.