Syllabus
ourse Expectations
This course of 34 weeks is designed to prepare students to acquire and develop all four language skills: Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing in the content area and build up knowledge, awareness, and understanding of the Spanish-speaking world through the study of language, culture, geography, history and literature
lassroom Expectations
Students actively contribute to a positive learning environment by using positive language, following instructions, being prepared, participating in class, and by respecting their self and others.
For more details go to the Classroom Rules and Procedures tab.
rading
Grades will be based upon attendance, participation (to include attitude, effort, integrity), quizzes, 2 major projects and homework. The semester grade will be comprised following percentages:
Projects 20%
Quizzes 20%
HW and Classwork: 20%
Speaking Assessments: 15%
Final Project/Exam: 15%
Attendance/Participation: 10%
As per Modern Language Department policy, grades WILL NOT be rounded for any reason.
omework
Homework should be turned-in to your class folder on the "Homework & Handout" table at the start of class.
NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED unless you have a justified absence.
It is the responsibility of the student to determine what was missed in class.
upply List
Black Ink Pen/Pencils
Highlighter
Notebook and Binder
(used exclusively for Spanish)
Loose leaf paper
Textbooks
Workbook
100 Index Cards
Nominal Fee
ates
First day of school
Student Led Conferences
Start of fall break
Summative Assessement
Finals Week
International Night
AP Test
Last day of semester
ttendance
Any unexcused absences will result in a zero for participation points for that day. Due to the active nature of the class, excused absences will result in an alternative assignment to make-up for the missed opportunity to earn participation points during class. TARDIES will be reflected on participation grade as well.
See handbook for current school policies.
equired Texts
Supplemental materials will also be provided including videos, projects, web enhanced materials and hand outs.
ullying
There will be a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY for any form of harassment or bullying behavior; disciplinary action will be taken as needed regarding this issue