Unless otherwise specified, work is due one week from date of assignment.
I give myself a week turnaround, sometimes longer for a longer piece.
Please don’t hesitate to write me with a gentle reminder. Many a slip between the cup and the lip…ha. Things happen. Work can get lost. I appreciate the nudge.
I allot 6 months to each course, but it’s usually a much shorter term. After 6 months, the course or contract is retired.
While this is up to individual parents, I’d suggest that parents let children complete their own course, ask their own questions, manage their own time, etc. Independent work habits are important byproducts of these courses.
I am philosophically opposed to grading creative work. I think it stifles imagination. If it’s absolutely necessary, I will hold my nose and assign grades.
No, I’m sorry, I don’t offer refunds.
I accept payment through Venmo (amanda-yskamp) and check.
Pretty much anything related to literature and language arts.