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Expectations:
- Respect others in the class and their right to learn. Respect the property of other students, as well as the school’s/teacher’s property. Respect their time and opportunity to learn. Avoid using profane language.
- Arrive on time, and begin to do the warm-up: 5 minute campanas activity immediately without being told to do so. The EHS tardy policy will be enforced. Tests or assignments missed due to truancy or class/school suspension will receive an automatic 0 with no opportunity for make-ups.
- Eating, drinking (except water), chewing gum, personal grooming and use of electronics and cell phones are not permitted during class time. Failing to comply with this expectation will result in “lunch/after school detention.”
- Your full attention and active participation are expected to be your priorities during the entire class period. Part of this expectation includes bringing your binder, workbook, pen/pencil and legible homework.
- Follow all student responsibilities. Please refer to the Student/Parent Handbook, which is also available online at:https : https://www.lakes.k12.in.us/site/Default.aspx?PageID=2867
- Upon returning from an absence you are expected to be prepared to participate in the day’s activities. You can keep up to date by following the enclosed academic agenda to find out what material was covered during your absence. You are also encouraged to use the class website for weekly lesson plans. You may also email the teacher to request an update on the class material you will miss. You are responsible for obtaining missed assignments. Check the folder with “Notas para estudiantes ausentes” (Notes for Absent Students) and/or the class website.
- Daily participation in class activities is paramount to maximum learning. This participation will be part of the “participation grade” which amounts to 25% of the final semester grade.
- Students are encouraged to speak Spanish as much as possible as this facilitates language acquisition. This effort will also be part of the “participation grade” and “oral performance grade.”
- All unexcused missed work will receive a grade of “0”. The eligibility for any make up work will be determined by the teacher after discussing the situation with the student’s counselor and/or parents. Please make all trip/vacation plans according to the school schedule.
- You are strongly encouraged to get your body accustomed to scheduled visits to the restroom during the school day. These visits should take place before and after classes. Minimizing class interruptions benefits everybody’s learning. You will receive three bathroom passes, per semester, you can use in case there is an unexpected need. At the end of the academic semester, you will be able to exchange any unused bathroom passes for extra participation points.
Homework
- Homework is assigned on a daily basis. It serves to reinforce the day’s lesson.
- Homework assignments are due the next school day at the beginning of class unless otherwise stated.
- Late work will be accepted only when the student had an EHS “qualified” absence.
- You should use a “Spanish Binder” for your hand-outs, quizzes/tests, and other Spanish related papers. This binder must be kept in excellent condition and it may not contain any material not related to our class. Organization is one of the most important keys to success.
Assessment
Student performance is evaluated regularly. Progress reports are issued every 5 weeks until the end of the semester when a final grade is issued. Other grade updates will be available upon the student’s or parent/guardian’s request. Grades are also available online.
- Homework: assigned activities ……................................................ 10%
- Participation: class work, communicative activities, warm up activities, being on task …………........................................................... 25%
- Performance: formally and informally assessed dialogues, oral interviews, presentations, projects…......................................................... 20%
- Tests and Quizzes: tests, quizzes ..........…………………...........… 25%
- Semester Final: includes all chapters and material studied during the semester ………...................................................................... 20%
Grade Distribution
90% - 100% …... A 60% - 69% ……. D
80% - 89% ……. B 59% - below …... F
70% - 79% ……. C
SPANISH ONLY!
The spoken language in this class is Spanish. Of course, you will not be able to express yourself in Spanish as you do in English. Do not let that frustrate you. Simplify what you want to say! The following expressions will be useful:
No entiendo. I don’t understand. ¿Qué quiere decir….? What does. . .mean?
Tengo una pregunta. I have a question. Más despacio, por favor. Slower, please.
¿Cómo se dice. . .? How do you say…? Repita, por favor. Repeat it, please.
Secrets to Success.
*Have a positive attitude and enjoy the language!
*When you study, practice aloud (even with your pet!)
*Do not only sit at a desk to study! Speak Spanish as you walk around school and at home.
*When possible, study with a “responsible” classmate. Exchange your phone number with students in class. It helps in case of absences or forgotten assignments.
*Watch TV programs and listen to the radio in Spanish.
*Read different materials in Spanish.
*Make sure you keep an organized backpack/folder, book, workbook, notebook, and planner. If taking organized notes is a difficult task, think about rewriting your notes after school: this is an excellent way to review what you learned during the day, and prepare for tests.
Note: The Workbook the student has been issued is his/hers to keep. A replacement fee of $21.00 will be charged for a new one. The textbook must be covered and labeled/marked with the student’s name. I highly recommend using grocery store paper bags as a strong covering material. Please make sure you do not use any adhesive material on the text; this can be used to stick paper on paper, not paper on book.
