FAQ
General FAQs:
How many students are at this school? Staff members?
We have over 3000 students and around 225 staff members on campus each day!
How do I talk to my counselor?
Make an appointment here: https://www.kellerisd.net/Page/3754 or email him/her.
How do I talk to my assistant principal?
Make an appointment in the AP Office or email him/her.
What is the difference between on-level and Honors courses?
Honors courses are a more rigorous focus on the subject that goes much deeper than required by the state to prepare students for AP classes. Honors classes require more time and often have more homework than on-level classes do. However, Honors students will also receive a GPA bonus upon successful completion.
What do I study?
Everything! All notes, handouts, activities, and homework given to you are used when writing assessments, so make sure to look over everything from that unit. Consider visiting a teacher during tutorials to get additional help.
What's the school's policy on cell phones?
Beginning August 17, 2022, student cell phones, smart watches, air pods, Bluetooth headphones, etc. will not be allowed to be in use during instructional hours without teacher permission. Students may not use their phones during classes, in restrooms, or in locker rooms. All students have access to Microsoft Surfaces and other technologies for email and classwork.
What's the school's policy on ID badges?
Students must have their ID with them when they enter the school each morning. Students will be issued a temporary ID in the event they do not have an ID.
What's the school's policy on dress code?
Students must stay covered at all times. Specifics to the dress code are discussed at the start of the school year during grade-level assemblies.
What's the school's policy on grades?
Formative assignments make up 40% of the overall grade; summatives 60%.
Teachers will assign 6-12 formative assignments and 2-5 summative assignments per nine week grading period.
What if I need to leave early for an appointment or other reason?
How do I get involved and make friends?
KHS has numerous clubs and organizations for you! Club Page (If you don't see one, talk to your counselor about starting one!)
Canvas FAQs:
Do all teachers use Canvas?
As of August 2023, all secondary teachers will utilize Canvas.
Where do I find absent work?
Look in the modules section of Canvas.
Where do I find teacher expectations and classroom policies?
While each teacher differs a little, most of the time this information is somewhere in Canvas, either a page or in a module.
Can I have an extra copy of the worksheet?
While each teacher differs a little, most of the time the assignments are on Canvas for you to print!
Where do I find things on Canvas?
Canvas has a tool bar down the left hand side. Most information is under Modules or Pages. Also, access to the calendar can be found there as well.
Class Supplies FAQs:
What do I need for your class?
Bring paper and a pen the first week of school. Teachers will let students know what is needed and when those supplies need to be ready.
How can I get a textbook?
Some classes have enough books for all students. The student will go with the whole class to check out a textbook.
Some classes have electronic textbooks. The information will be provided by the teacher.
Ms. Tavlian, the Assistant Principals' administrative assistant can answer all book related questions.
Can I borrow a pencil?
While each teacher has his/her own policy, be prepared to trade for a pencil. Pencils are also available for purchase in the school store.
Grading FAQs:
Can I turn this in next class/tomorrow?
Yes, but it will be late. Per district policy, assignments cannot be taken more than 2 class periods late and never for full credit. District Grading Guidelines
At the end of a marking period, can a student still turn in missing work for credit?
Per district policy, assignments cannot be taken more than 2 class periods late and never for full credit. District Grading Guidelines
Is this assignment for a grade?
Our teachers never assign anything that doesn't ultimately lead to a grade. While an individual assignment may not be graded, the information will appear on later assessments that will be a grade.
When is the test/summative grade?
Many teachers put assignments into Aeries well in advance, so no summative is ever a surprise. In addition, this information is announced in class frequently, as well as posted to Canvas..
How can a failed summative grade be improved?
Summative exams can be retaken if a students has no missing assignments, has done remediation work, and has scheduled an appointment to retake the test within 5 days of receiving the grade. Test corrections are not accepted as a retake. Long-term projects are not eligible for retakes. District Grading Guidelines
Can I retake a quiz or other formative assessment?
No, formative assignments are not eligible for retakes.
Why do grade checks occur at 6 weeks when the first grading period ends at 9 weeks?
With the move to a 9-week grading system, we have had to make some adjustments to comply with UIL eligibility criteria. UIL requires all schools to have an eligibility grade check at the end of the first 6-weeks of school. This allows students who may have started the school year ineligible due to a lack of credits an opportunity to regain eligibility if passing all of their classes. Conversely, if students are not passing all of their classes, they will lose eligibility until the next grade report at the end of the first 9-weeks. You can visit https://www.kellerisd.net/athletics for more information on UIL eligibility and other topics related to extracurricular activities.
Tutorial FAQs:
Can I attend tutorials?
Yes! We highly encourage students to attend tutorials. Tutorial schedules can be found under the Freshmen teachers' link or Counseling has tutorial packets available.
Do I have to see my own teacher for tutoring?
Absolutely not! We encourage students to work with other teachers for a different perspective on the material. Tutorial schedules can be found under the Freshmen teachers' link or Counseling has tutorial packets available.
How do tutorials work?
Tutorial times can be used to answer questions students have over material presented in class, to study for an upcoming assessment, to make-up missed work, to take or retake an exam, or to go over materials that are not passed back, such as exams, with the teacher.
Theatre FAQs:
Can Freshman be cast in productions their first year?
Yes! We do not pre-cast our shows, discriminate on classification, or show favoritism to seniority. We cast roles based on who is best for the role according to the director's vision at that particular moment in time.
Do you have to be in an auditioned theatre class to be in a production?
No - anyone in the entire school can audition for any of our shows.
Are we really going to have to memorize lines and perform in Theatre I?
Yes! It is a performance class and there will be multiple opportunities to perform in front of the class. Yes! You do have to memorize your lines.
Can anyone in the school audition for productions and UIL One Act?
Yes! Anyone in the school can audition for any of our productions.
Is this activity / project / performance for a grade?
Yes! Absolutely! Everything we do in our theatre classes is purposeful and has a reason behind it. A lot of our activities are graded on participation, attitude, and cooperation.
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