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What is Academic Seminar?
What is Academic Seminar?
Educational Support is formerly known as "Educational Support", "Tutorial", or "Resource". During their Academic Seminar class, students will receive individual or small group assistance in understanding concepts presented in their general education courses, along with specialized instruction in areas where students have academic weaknesses, as noted in their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Students will also explore study skills, learning styles, and post-secondary transition options throughout the course of the year. Academic Seminar is scheduled into the student's school day, as indicated in their IEP. This course is only available for students who have been identified under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act as a student with a disability.
Mrs. Wheat's Rules:
Mrs. Wheat's Rules:
Be on-time, on-task, and prepared to learn every day
Personal electronics are used for educational purposes only
Be responsible for your own learning (advocate for yourself)
Respect others by not talking during study time and being sensitive to other’s abilities and learning styles
All school-wide rules apply
Educational Support Routine:
Educational Support Routine:
Be in your seat when the bell rings
Have your Homework Planner and materials ready
Complete the Daily Academic Seminar Activity
Prioritize how to spend your remaining class time, and begin working
Advocate for yourself and ask questions when you need to!
During their Academic Seminar class, students can also utilize available technology to practice on review websites, listen to audiobooks, or access lecture notes in order to gain a better understanding of what they are learning in their general education courses. The class is individualized based on students' needs each day.
More Important Information:
More Important Information:
Attendance:
Attendance:
It is important to attend school every day!
When a student is absent from any class, it is the student's responsibility to ask teachers for make-up work (they will not remind you!)
Students missing more than 5 days in any semester class may not receive credit (in other words, you might fail a class because of absences, even if you are making a passing grade in that class)
Grades:
Grades:
Academic Seminar classes follow a weighting of 60% major grades & 40% minor grades. Grades are obtained by averaging weekly planners and assigned work.
Grading Scale
Grading Scale
A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 59 & below
MagicSchool Syllabus Statement
MagicSchool Syllabus Statement
This year, students will use MagicSchool AI, a generative AI platform designed specifically for education. As tools like ChatGPT and Gemini become standard in the professional world, utilizing MagicSchool prepares students for the future workforce by teaching safe and responsible technology use.
Students will use these tools for real-time feedback and dynamic problem-solving. To ensure appropriate use, teachers retain access to all student chats. MagicSchool strictly protects privacy and does not collect or utilize student data. All AI software, including MagicSchool, complies with GCS Board Policy and Administrative Rule IA.
Generative AI Syllabus Statement
Generative AI Syllabus Statement
This course may utilize generative AI tools, such as MagicSchool and Google Gemini, to supplement traditional instruction. Greenville County Schools prioritizes the ethical use of these technologies for brainstorming and self-guided learning.
Critical Thinking First: AI must not replace original thought or coursework.
Academic Integrity: Using AI to complete and submit assignments as original work constitutes plagiarism.
Required Citation: If teacher-approved, all AI use must be properly cited.
Content Awareness: Students must remain vigilant regarding potential biases and inaccuracies in AI-generated content.
Policy Compliance: All AI programs align with GCS Board Policy and Administrative Rule IA.
Contact Information:
Contact Information:
Mrs. Terri Wheat
Email: twheat@greenville.k12.sc.us
Phone: 864-355-7847 ** Calls returned during planning **
Fax: 864-355-7898
What is Academic Seminar?
What is Academic Seminar?
Educational Support is formerly known as "Educational Support", "Tutorial", or "Resource". During their Academic Seminar class, students will receive individual or small group assistance in understanding concepts presented in their general education courses, along with specialized instruction in areas where students have academic weaknesses, as noted in their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Students will also explore study skills, learning styles, and post-secondary transition options throughout the course of the year. Academic Seminar is scheduled into the student's school day, as indicated in their IEP. This course is only available for students who have been identified under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act as a student with a disability.
Mrs. Wheat's Rules:
Mrs. Wheat's Rules:
Be on-time, on-task, and prepared to learn every day
Personal electronics are used for educational purposes only
Be responsible for your own learning (advocate for yourself)
Respect others by not talking during study time and being sensitive to other’s abilities and learning styles
All school-wide rules apply
Educational Support Routine:
Educational Support Routine:
Be in your seat when the bell rings
Have your Homework Planner and materials ready
Complete the Daily Academic Seminar Activity
Prioritize how to spend your remaining class time, and begin working
Advocate for yourself and ask questions when you need to!
During their Academic Seminar class, students can also utilize available technology to practice on review websites, listen to audiobooks, or access lecture notes in order to gain a better understanding of what they are learning in their general education courses. The class is individualized based on students' needs each day.
More Important Information:
More Important Information:
Attendance:
Attendance:
It is important to attend school every day!
When a student is absent from any class, it is the student's responsibility to ask teachers for make-up work (they will not remind you!)
Students missing more than 5 days in any semester class may not receive credit (in other words, you might fail a class because of absences, even if you are making a passing grade in that class)
Grades:
Grades:
Academic Seminar classes follow a weighting of 60% major grades & 40% minor grades. Grades are obtained by averaging weekly planners and assigned work.
Grading Scale
Grading Scale
A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 59 & below
Contact Information:
Contact Information:
Mrs. Terri Wheat
Email: twheat@greenville.k12.sc.us
Phone: 864-355-7847 ** Calls returned during planning **
Fax: 864-355-7898
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