Prey, Jason - DVUSD Pathways

Welcome to DVUSD Pathways Prey's Anatomy!

ABOUT THE COURSE

Human Anatomy & Physiology is an exciting hands-on class where we spend the entire time studying the human body.  Assignments will be posted daily on Canvas - students may only work on that day's assignments and will not have homework - given that they are managing their time in our daily class period Monday - Friday.

HOW TO GET STARTED

Arrive promptly at 12:00 pm at the Barry Goldwater High School campus.  We dismiss promptly at 3:30 pm.  This course is in-person only.

Login to Canvas online or with the Canvas app (iOs/Android).

Parents can also login to Canvas to observe classes and student progress. Parents even have their very own app!

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

Arrive with a good attitude. Ensure that your device is fully charged.  Be prepared to work on assignments without the distraction of your cellphone, and participate!

Find out more about DVUSD Technology, or get support for your technical needs.

Access your grades in PowerSchools.

Any Questions Contact Me

Students: Message me via Canvas Inbox

Parents:  Email me

A daily schedule follows below:

1. All students are required to be in class and ready to learn at 12:00pm.

• Attendance will be taken
• Complete bell work/discussion assignment
• Receive a preview of the day's learning
• Have an opportunity to ask questions

2. Instructional time from 12:00 pm until 3:15 pm

• Students will be performing many hands-on labs & activities, completing assignments in Canvas, and receiving direct instruction.
• We will take one or two short 5 minute breaks as needed.  Students are not allowed to leave the building nor bring food to class. 
• Students may only have water with them in class.

3. Review and closure 3:15 - 3:30 pm

• Complete the exit/discussion question/formative assessment

Remember, completing your assignments during instructional hours ensures that you do not have homework! 

The pacing of course work:

• Students will meet daily with the teacher of record as outlined above
• Students will not be permitted to work ahead
• New content will be available daily
• Course work is expected to be completed that day
• There is no homework unless the daily coursework is not completed.
• DVUSD Pathways gradebook begins at a ZERO (0%) percent.  Students establish their final grade through participation and completion of all course work
• Student active participation is expected throughout the enrollment period.

The Pathways' attendance policy:

• Students are allowed two (2) absences
• On the third (3rd) absence, the student is subject to withdrawal
• Students greater than 10 minutes late to class will be charged an absence
• Students may opt to appeal the withdrawal
  • The student will receive instructions of Appeal
  • The student will submit the Appeal information within 24 hours of receipt of Appeal instructions

Helpful Parent Information:

1. Login to Canvas to observe classes and student progress: Canvas Directions for Parents

2. Check Grades:  PowerSchool Grade Access

3. DVUSD Tech Help:  Review DVUSD Technology Technology.

4. Anything I Can Help With, Email Me

Mr. Jason Prey

I have enjoyed teaching science for 31 years, the last 26 in Arizona.  Over my career I have been fortunate to teach Human Anatomy & Physiology, Biology, Honors Biology, Wildlife Biology, Environmental Biology, AP Environmental Science, Marine Biology, Chemistry, Honors Chemistry, and Chemistry in the Community.  As an instructor for Rio Salado College I have taught:  BIO105, BIO145, BIO160, BIO201, & BIO202.  I also taught the BIO160 lab as part of the paramedic program at Glendale Community College.

B.A. Biology: University of Colorado @ Boulder

M.A. Curriculum and Instruction: Colorado Christian University

Hobbies: Sports, Nature, SCUBA Diving, Movies, Traveling