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Barb McCann

Hello and Welcome to my home page.  
This is my 7th full year at ASK and my 27th year of teaching science.  I have taught in NM, MI, and HI.  I have a BS in Psychology, a MA in Education, and an EdS in Administration.  I teach chemistry (period 1), study hall (period 2), and Career Pathways (period 4).    
 
I am also a mom of 2.  We live in Star Heights.  In my spare time, I like to read, travel, and swim.  
 
The easiest way to communicate with me is via email bmccann@theaskacademy.  We can then schedule a phone call or meeting.  
 
Some general rules for all of my classes are:  
RULES: Class rules are simple. 1.  Be respectful.  2.  Do your best.  3.  Use your time wisely.
Quarter Grades:  Assessments (quizzes, tests, and some labs) will account for 60% of the grade.  
Classwork (daily assignments, some labs, simulations) will account for 40% of the grade. 
HOMEWORK POLICY: Homework is to complete any assignments given or to review notes, concepts, and coursework.  Each scholar is responsible for doing the assignments themselves.  Although the internet may offer assistance, copying the material will not help you learn it.  You are responsible for understanding and comprehending the material. 
LATE WORK POLICY:  All assignments are due on the specified due date.  10% will be deducted for each day late.  Once the unit assessment is given, those assignments are no longer available.  If a scholar has missing assignments from before the unit assessment, they may speak with me to obtain the points through alternate assignments.  
 
Supplies needed for HBS:  paper, folder, writing utensils, colored pencils, (you may want more extensive materials for projects like poster board, clay, markers, etc)
 
Supplies needed for chemistry:  paper, writing utensils, scientific calculator, folder
 
Thank you
 

DRESS CODE and UNIFORMS


 High School and Middle School Principals will do random Uniform Checks throughout the school year.  Please Refer to page 42 of the Scholar and Parent Handbook for complete Uniform Expectations.  


Freedom of expression, good judgment, respect for others, and safety are the foundations of The ASK Academy's approach towards scholar dress. The Academy requires that all scholars wear a prescribed uniform. Our “Dress for Success” Uniform Policy is meant to improve the learning environment and train scholars to see the importance of making a good first impression to professionals in the fields and careers related to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. This uniform policy is mandatory for all scholars. The uniform also serves as an identifier of who should and who should not be on Academy grounds. Clothing and accessories must be safe and non-distracting or disruptive to the educational program. 


The following guidelines will be observed: Tops (Shirts) – All scholars must wear an ASK polo shirt, with the ASK logo, purchased from an approved ASK vendor. The color of the ASK polo shirt identifies the scholar with their selected career pathway.


Polo shirts will not be overly baggy, nor exceedingly tight. Shoulder seams must be at the shoulders, and shirts cannot hang down below mid-thigh level.  

Middle School – Red or Light Blue  


High School –  Biomedical Sciences – Dark Green or Purple 

Engineering and Design – Royal Blue or Burgundy 


Bottoms (Pants) 


Allowable pants/slacks of solid color (khaki or black) and should meet our uniform expectations. They should be of a non-stretch, khaki or similar material. No shorts, skorts, skirts, cargo pants (pants with many pockets) are allowed.  No excessive “sagging” is allowed. The inseam of pants must be where legs and torso join.  Excessively tight pants such as spandex, yoga pants, leggings, joggers or other non-uniform fabrics are not allowed.


Shorts along with open toe-shoes are not allowed due to safety concerns with labs across all grades.


Procedure for Uniform Violations:

-Students will be sent to the front office by Project Manager or Administration.

-Front Office Staff will contact parents of scholars.

-Students will have the option to have parents bring uniforms or will be allowed to look through the closet and be allowed to borrow a uniform.

-Students will be sent back to class.


After the third uniform violation the scholar will receive lunch detention.


Attendance Policy

ASK Academy scholars are expected to arrive on time (8:00AM) and be adequately prepared for their day. Please contact The ASK Academy on the website at: https://www.theaskacademy.org and click the Attendance link on the home page or call 505-891-0757 to notify us of your scholar’s absence.