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virtual lab presentation day one: “Hi! I’m glad you’re here…”

Have schedules out so I can quickly verify you’re in the right place! Confirm Your Schedule Have schedules out so I can quickly verify you’re in the right place! TEACHER: FORMANEK, DAVID J COURSE CODE/LAB PERIOD: XVSLOPEN1/000X CLASSROOM: 4209

The 4-1-1 on the V-L-L FACILITATOR: DAVID FORMANEK (pronounced for-man-ick) EMAIL: formanek.david@brevardschools.org LAB PHONE: (321) 632-1770 EXT. 28275 LAB WEBSITE: www.mrformanek.weebly.com SCHOOLS: Brevard Virtual School (www.virtualinstruction.Brevard.k12.fl.us) Florida Virtual School (www.flvs.net)

FLORIDA VIRTUAL SCHOOL (FLVS) CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1 (800) 374-1430 HELP DESK: 1 (800) 374-1430, OPTION 2 SERVICE HOURS: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm (MONDAY – FRIDAY) 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (SATURDAY – SUNDAY) WEB HELP DESK: HTTPS://HELP.FLVS.NET WWW.BVSHELP.WEEBLY.COM

Supply list Required Optional Binder w/5 or 8-tab dividers (you will also keep an electronic binder) Email address Flash drive Notebook paper Pencil pouch w/pens, pencils, highlighters, etc. Planner Cell phone Headphones or earbuds Calculator (select courses only)

About Mr. Formanek (FAQs) Are you married? Do you have any kids? Do you have any pets? How old are you? When is your birthday? What kinds of grades did you get in high school? What kinds of music do you like? Any favorite TV shows? Favorite sports/teams? Do you have any brothers/sisters? What do you do in your spare time?

About Mr. Formanek My Goals: Guide your course selection Support your active learning Track your progress and completion (individually & collectively) Encourage and motivate you Provide the tools and strategies you need to succeed: Online Learning Standards & Expectations Avoiding Plagiarism and Other Academic Integrity Issues Developing SMART Goals Success Requires a Plan Strategies for a Busy Life Study Habits for a Positive Online Learning Experience

About Mr. Formanek My Job is to: Set the expectations Lead by Example Be your champion Raise you up…not tear you down Provide assistance I want to celebrate your personal and educational accomplishments. I believe in each of you, and have full confidence that you’ll be successful in everything you do. I’ll fight for you. I’m always in your corner, cheering you on.

TASK #1: Student Profile It’s your turn to tell me more about you. Complete all sections to the best of your ability! Section I: Student Information Section II: Parent/Guardian Contact Information Section III: Student Goals & Interests Section IV: Enrollment Status Completing your profile means I’ll get to know you better AND you’ll be in your class faster. (Exciting, right?) ** Thank you for being a virtual online student! **       

BEYOND expectations B.E. Considerate B.E. Prepared B.E. Respectful B.E. Responsible B.E. Yourself

Policies & Procedures Grades Attendance & Tardy Cell Phone & Personal Electronic Devices Computer Use Music Food & Drink Hall Passes

Policies & Procedures (con’t) Productivity Printing & Saving Your Work Communication Safety & Security Academic Integrity

Routines Beginning of lab End of lab Walk in quietly, park your book bag in the designated area and grab some Hand sanitizer. Then, quickly go to your Assigned seat. Log into FLVS and check Email, grades and see what is due for the week. Start working on your assignments. Save your work Sign out of FLVS Log off your computer Return headphones Push in your chair Pack up your things (incl. flash drive) ** DO NOT PACK UP EARLY! ** 3-minute warning = Wrap It Up/Finish Up 2-minute warning = Log off and Pack up

Assigned Seating Changes during the first half of the semester are limited. Second half seating assignments are based on progress and performance. I reserve the right to change your seat, at any time, for any reason.

CORRECTIVE MEASURES You’ll receive an ‘S’ or ‘U’, based on daily behavior. S = Satisfactory U = Unacceptable Attentive Engaged Focused Helpful Prepared Respectful Disrespectful Disruptive Exhibiting a Lack of Self-Control Harmful to Self & Others Off task Unprepared

CORRECTIVE MEASURES You’ll receive an ‘S’ or ‘U’, based on daily behavior. Displinary issues will be addressed immediately. Corrective action will be documented. 1st Offense: Warning 2nd Offense: Call Home + Detention 3rd Offense: Call Home + Referral Cell Phone: Referral/No Warning

TASK #2: Beyond Expectations List three positive ways you can contribute to each attitude listed while in the Lab. Due tomorrow … be ready to share your ideas!

Why am I taking an online course? Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) mandates that all students seeking a HS Diploma from an accredited charter or public high school enroll in, and successfully complete, at least one online course. S.1003.428(2)(c), F.S. Online learning offers several benefits: Variety Flexibility Acceleration Virtual Experience Grade Forgiveness College Preparation FUN CLASSES | HIGHER GRADES | FULLY ACCREDITED | CERTIFIED TEACHERS

What is a Virtual Lab? Days Morning Afternoons The virtual lab is a quiet space at Viera HS that provides you with dedicated time during the school day to complete one or more online classes. Your schedule reflects the period you will spend each day in the lab. The lab is also available to all Viera HS students taking an online course through BVS and FLVS, outside of the regular school day. Days Morning Afternoons Monday 8:00 – 8:30 AM 3:30 – 4:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 – 8:30 AM 3:30 – 4:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 – 8:30 AM 2:30 – 4:00 PM Thursday by apt 3:30 – 4:00 PM Friday 8:00 – 8:30 AM 3:30 – 4:00PM

Academic Integrity By signing the AI Pledge, students agree to: - submit their own original work. - cite outside sources properly. - receive teacher approval for collaboration assignments. - ask for help from the teacher or facilitator if there are questions.

TASK #1: Academic Integrity Pledge (sign & return) Complete Online Assignment (visit my website) Monday (in-depth presentation, discussion and group activity) You are held 100% accountable for compliance.

“Adequate Weekly Progress” Failure to maintain Adequate Weekly Progress will trigger an Academic Withdrawal request from the course instructor. On average: 5 – 10% progression per week is expected 3 – 5 assignments per week is expected DBA scheduled in advance DBA completed and reflection submitted on time Exams, tests and quizzes completed on time Progress is monitored by: BVS/FLVS Instructor Facilitator Guidance Counselor Parents

How is progress tracked? Accountability Checks ChalkTalk Conferences Completion Tracking Worksheet Progress Reports PACE Chart Student Success Plans Discussion-based Assessments

Frequently Asked Questions “Do I get a grade for being in the VLL?” “What happens next?” What other questions do you have? Frequently Asked Questions

Let’s have a great semester! THANKS!  Let’s have a great semester!