Phone: (817) 441 - 4504

Email:

Degrees and Certifications:

B.S. Mathematics, TCU M.A.T. Mathematics, TCU

Mr. Shedd

Hi all!

 

I'm Mr. Shedd, a math teacher at Aledo High School. I first became an Aledo Bearcat in 2014, starting at Daniel Ninth Grade Campus. Last year, I joined the staff at Aledo High School! I'm a graduate of TCU - twice! - though I grew up in Nebraska. I moved to Fort Worth in 2010, where I met my wife, Rachel.

I work as hard as I can to make math accessible to every student. I work to develop engaging lessons that make abstract concepts as simple and concrete as possible. I believe that what we learn on our own is what we learn best, so I frequently encourage and empower students to investigate mathematics both with my guidance and on their own. This year, I'll be teaching AP Calculus and Pre-AP Algebra II. I'm excited to get to work!

 

  • My Schedule

    1st period: OnRamps College Algebra

    2nd period: Conference Period

    Flex Tutorial Days: Tutorial Sessions Posted Weekly

    3rd period: AP Calculus AB

    4th period: AP Calculus AB

    5th period: Lunch

    6th period: AP Calculus BC

    7th period: OnRamps College Algebra

    8th period: OnRamps College Algebra

    *This schedule may change as the school year requires*

    Tutorial Schedule:

    Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

    Morning: CLOSED

    Flex: CLOSED

    Afternoon: 4:10 to 5:00 pm

    Morning: 8:00 to 8:40 am

    Flex: See Flex Schedule

    Afternoon: 4:10 to 5:00 pm

    Morning: CLOSED

    Flex: See Flex Schedule

    Afternoon: 4:10 to 5:00 pm

    Morning: 8:00 to 8:40 am

    Flex: See Flex Schedule

    Afternoon: 4:10 to 5:00 pm

    Morning: 8:00 to 8:40 am

    Flex: See Flex Schedule

    Afternoon: 4:10 to 5:00 pm

    Please also feel free to email me at any time: dshedd@aledoisd.org

    Grading Policies

    For AP Calculus:

    • Tests - 60%
    • Quizzes - 25%
    • Homework - 15%
    • Minimum of 3 Tests and 1 Daily Assignment per week in each quarter

    For OnRamps College Algebra:

    • Tests - 60%
    • Formative Work- 40%
    • Minimum of 3 Tests and 1 Daily Assignment per week in each quarter

    Correction and Retake Policies

    Homework: Any homework grade below 100 may be re-done or corrected (once!) in order to bring the grade up to 100. This may be done with my help.

    Quizzes: Any quiz grade below 100 may be re-done or corrected (once!) in order to bring the grade up to 100. This may be done with my help.

    Tests: Any test grade below 80 may be re-taken to replace the grade, with a maximum grade of 80, per the district grading guidelines. Prior to re-taking a test, the student will need to submit corrections of the original test (these may be done with my help), and attend any and all required re-teach tutorial sessions. The student will have up to two weeks to re-take the test.

    Late and Make-Up Work

    In order to keep up with the material, it is imperative that students turn in assignments complete and on time. Each assignment will have a due date. If an assignment is turned in after the due date but before the relevant Unit Test, the student may still receive credit on that assignment, though it may be subject to a late penalty. 

    Lesson Plans

    My lesson plans can be found under the "Quick Links" tab to the left on this page. All of my lesson plans should be considered tentative and are subject to change. It often becomes necessary to spend a little more time on a concept or to speed things along, depending on how students are handling the content. I will always make sure my plans for the current week are up-to-date. All activities, assignments, and homework will be available on Canvas.

    Syllabi

    More detailed syllabi and class rules can be found here:

    AP Calculus

    OnRamps College Algebra