Mrs. Austin
How many kids does Mrs. Austin have?
2. Addison and Aiden.
Is it ok to be tardy?
No! You should be on time. Otherwise after 10 tardies you will get a detention. I also will just mark you tardy, you should know you walked in late.
What should you be doing while Mrs. Austin is teaching?
You should NOT be talking. You should be writing what she is writing. You should pay attention.
When is classwork due?
By the end of the hour. And if you do not finish then it becomes homework. But that shouldn't happen if you are working well.
Where is the pencil sharpener?
Counter by the phone
What is Mrs. Austin's favorite color?
Purple
What choices do you have to work on at the beginning of the hour?
You can check google classroom, check your grades, fix and correct classwork, and work on IXL
What do you do with your notes?
You keep them, you can use them on your homework, quizzes and tests. You can always use them!!!
Can you correct your classwork?
Yes! You will get it back the next day and can correct all work missed for full points back. Which means you can get a 100% on all your classwork.
Where do you turn in papers?
Black in on the corner of Mrs. Austin's desk
How many years has Mrs. Austin been teaching?
This is my 22nd year. I started back in 2003.
How many IXL links do you normally get?
2. All you have to do is 40% each day. Some weeks will vary though.
What do you do when Mrs. Austin asks you to work on a problem on your own?
That means she has already shown you several problems and you should be able to attempt them on your own. So try!!! Attempt! Don't sit there. This is how you learn.
Can you correct quizzes?
Yes! You will receive half and possibly more points back depending on the class and the quiz
Where are the textbooks located?
Large brown cabinet in the back of the room. (Also online)
What is Mrs. Austin's favorite kind of cereal?
Cinnamon Toast Crunch
Can you get help on IXL?
Yes! You can use paper, pencil, notes, poster, Mrs. Austin can help you, etc. But it is for you to do not for others to do for you.
What if something doesn't make sense?
Ask! That's what I am here for. I want you to understand how to do the math on your own. Don't be afraid, just ask.
Can you correct tests?
Yes! You can get half your points back by doing corrections. Unless you got an A the first time then you can get a 100%.
Where are mini whiteboards and expo markers?
Expo markers are next to Mrs. Austin's computer and the whiteboards are in the back of the room top right drawer.
What state did Mrs. Austin visit this summer?
Florida. We rented a house with a pool, and went to Magic Kingdom and Universal Studios.
When is IXL due?
Every Friday!!! 10 points per link assigned.
What if you are absent and do not have notes?
You can get a copy of the notes from Mrs. Austin. She can go over the notes with you, you can get the notes from a friend. But you should get them so that you have them for quizzes and tests
Can you turn your work in late?
Yes! You can turn in any late work for 65% back.
Where do you get extra copies of homework/classwork?
Ask Mrs. Austin for it.