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Microsoft Excel and Access 2013
Parent Letter & Class Syllabus
Mrs. Ashley Jata
Fall 2014
Dear Parents,
My name is Mrs. Jata and your son/daughter is enrolled in my Microsoft Excel and Access class
this semester. I am looking forward to an exciting year. My goal is to provide all students with
an educationally challenging, yet fun, experience in my classroom. I aim to equip your child
with real-world computer knowledge to help prepare for college and/or the increasingly
competitive job market.
In this document you will find lots of information about this course including:
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Course description and objectives
Materials needed
Grading policy
Class expectations
Class procedures
Hopefully this information will answer most of your questions about the course, but please feel
free to contact me at any time if you have additional questions. You can find my contact
information below.
Thank you,
Ashley Jata
ljata@duplinschools.net
910-285-7501
Course Description and Objectives: By learning cutting-edge Microsoft software tools, students
will be equipped to tackle real-world challenges. Students will learn to use the newest version
of the Microsoft Excel interface, commands, and features to create, enhance, and share
spreadsheets. Additionally, students will learn how to create and manage custom databases
using Microsoft Access. Students will be required to pursue certifications in Microsoft Excel and
Access at the end of this course, as well as, complete a state mandated test.
Materials Needed:
 3 ring binder and notebook paper
 Pencil and/or pen
 Flash drive
 Headphones (optional)
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Grading Policy:
1. Grades will be given for classwork, quizzes, projects, certifications, and tests.
2. Weights for course work:
a. End-of-course state test
25%
b. Tests and certifications
25%
c. Quizzes/projects/classwork
50%
Class Expectations:
All students are expected to:
1. Respect classmates, school staff, and visitors at all times.
2. Leave food, drinks, candy, etc. outside of the classroom.
3. Turn cell phones off during class time.
4. Only access the Internet with teacher approval.
5. Work hard every day.
Class Procedures:
 E-mail: Students will use their school G-mail account and Google Drive to access and
store class information and assignments. At the beginning of each class period, students
need to immediately log in to their G-mail account to access the daily lesson, activity,
quiz, test, etc.
 Restroom Passes: Students are expected to use the restroom before or after class
begins, but emergencies do arise. For this reason, each student will be issued THREE
restroom passes for the semester. These passes can be used for restroom emergencies
or turned in at the end of the year for extra credit.
 Headphone Use: Headphones may be used for learning purposes throughout the
semester. Additionally, students who finish an assignment early may earn the privilege
to listen to music. This privilege is authorized by the teacher and can be revoked at any
time.
 Equipment Use: Equipment is a necessary part of this class, and it is important that
special care is taken to protect this equipment. Each student is responsible for reporting
any problems with equipment to the teacher immediately. Students should never
attempt to repair or move equipment without teacher approval.
 Class Materials: Students must bring the following to class each day: One 3 ring binder
with notebook paper, pen or pencil, and a flash drive. Please organize and keep all work
in this binder.
 Tests and Quizzes Policy: Quizzes may be given at any time; however, tests will be
announced at least two days in advance. The final state exam is required and must be
taken on the day it is given. This date will be announced later in the semester.
 Make-up Procedures: When a student is absent, it is his/her responsibility to complete
make-up work the first day back to class. If a student is absent on test day, he/she will
be expected to re-take the test before or after school on the following school day.
 Late Assignments: Any late assignments will be penalized a letter grade for each day
late. After five days late, the student will receive a zero for that assignment.
The teacher may add to or update classroom procedures at any time.
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By signing below, you are acknowledging that you understand the grading policy, class
expectations, and class procedures for this class.
Student Name (please print)
Student Signature
Date
Parent Name (please print)
Parent Signature
Date