Classroom Rules

Spanishl II - Syllabus

Sra. Aimee Shaver

Course Description

Spanish II is a study of the language and culture of the Spanish-speaking world. It strives to integrate the four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing, with an emphasis on oral proficiency. Students are expected to use the language at all times. By the end of this course, students will have acquired a basic command of the key vocabulary and structures necessary for personal communication, as well as an appreciation for the broad scope of the Spanish-speaking world.

We will be concentrating on achieving novice-mid to novice-high levels in reading, writing, listening and speaking as described in the Georgia Performance Standard areas for Modern Languages Level II. You may access these performance standards at georgiastandards.org

Grading policy

Tests and Quizzes 25% of total grade

Homework, Classwork, 45% of total grade

Class Participation

Projects and Presentations 15% of total grade

Midterm and Final Exam 15% of total grade

Materials

1 – 2” or larger 3-ring binder *Syllabus should be in the front of the notebook for reference
Notebook paper and writing utensil
Notecards for making flashcards

Text

McDougal Littell ¡En Español II! Level 2 – Every student will be issued a textbook and workbook which they will be responsible for bringing to class everyday. There is a $75 replacement fee if the book is lost of damaged.

Additional Resources

www.classzone.com and Take Home Tutor (available upon request)

Homework

Homework is very important and will be assigned nearly every night! It helps reinforce what we are learning in class and helps to prepare students for quizzes and tests. Students should be devoting at least 20 minutes of study time to their vocabulary every night. I will randomly check homework for accuracy (at my discretion). Sometimes students will simply get a completion grade.

Quizzes & Tests - Students will have one test per unit and may have at least one quiz per chapter. I also may choose to give a pop quiz anytime at my discretion. Tests and quizzes may be both oral and/or written, multiple choice or essay.

*CHEATING WILL NOT BE TOLERATED! Students will receive a grade of zero and parent contact.

Participation

Class participation is essential to achieve the maximum benefits of our class. Everyday is a new day and every student starts out the day with 20 points for class participation. It is up to them, whether or not they keep them. I will deduct points for breaking ANY class rule(s) and for any other behavior that I consider inappropriate, in 5 point increments.

Make-Up Assignments

As per the school policy, students must get with me within 3 days of returning to school to make arrangements to make-up any missed assignments and/or tests. It is the Students responsibility to make these arrangements. After 3 days, students will receive a zero on that assignment or test if arrangements have not been made.

Extra Credit

The World Languages Department does not offer extra credit.

Extra Help

I am generally available Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons and Tuesday and Thursday mornings, however, I ask that students make arrangements with me at least a day in advance.

Consequences

Consequences for breaking any of my class rules will be handled the following way:

1^st offense – warning

2^nd offense (not necessarily the same offense) – detention and parent contact

3^rd offense – disciplinary referral

*This is not necessarily set in stone. Depending on the severity of the infraction, a disciplinary referral might be the first course of action.

Tardy Policy

Refer to the student handbook.

Classroom Rules and Expectations

Be in your assigned seat BEFORE the bell rings. If you are not in your seat when the bell rings, you are tardy.
DO NOT loiter outside of my doorway, enter the room immediately and take your seat.
NO food, drink, chewing gum or candy is allowed. There is a trash can by the door, please use it.
ABSOLUTELY NO electronic devices. If I see it or hear it, I WILL CONFISCATE IT!
Bring ALL of your materials to class EVERYDAY.
DO NOT get out of your seat without permission. When I am speaking, you should not be.
NO personal grooming in my classroom. This includes brushing hair and applying lotion.
Have ONLY Spanish materials on desk.
Listen and follow directions the FIRST time they are given.
NO SLEEPING IN MY CLASS!!!!!

Restroom Policy - Students will be given passes to leave the room 4 times each 9-week period. Once these 4 passes have been used they may only leave the room for an emergency. Please let me know if your child has a medical reason for frequent restroom usage.

Dear parents:

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns over the course of the semester. I am available via email anytime and I will always respond at my earliest opportunity.

Please Review my Syllabus with your child to make sure that you are both clear on my expectations for their behavior and for their coursework. Then fill out the personal contact information below, sign and return to me.

*This is your child’s 1^st homework grade!!! It is either a zero or 100 so please be sure your child returns it for full credit!!!!

Parent/Guardian

Name (Printed): ______________________________________________Email:________________________________

Parent/Guardian Parent/Guardian

Work Phone #:_______________________________________ Cell Phone #: _________________________________

Student Name Student

(Printed):______________________________________ Signature:___________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature: __________________________________________________________________________

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