RHS Spanish Levels 1‐3 Bienvenidos a nuestras clases de español y les deseamos mucho éxito este año escolar. Profesores: Sra. Borowy ‐ oficina 110 ‐ VM 94417 ‐ e‐mail: Marina.Borowy@district196.org Sr. Daniel ­ sala 109 ‐ VM 95656 ‐ e‐mail: Anthony.Daniel@district196.org Sra. Fendrich ­ sala 107 ‐ VM 94391 ‐ e‐mail: Marta.Fendrich@district196.org Sr. Kauffeld ‐ sala 110 ‐ VM 94465 ‐ e‐mail: Chris.Kauffeld@district196.org Sra. Larson ­ sala 111 ‐ VM 94558 ‐ e‐mail: Tracy.Larson@district196.org Sr. Moreno ­ sala N15 ‐ VM 94459 ‐ e‐mail: Guillermo.Moreno@district196.org I. Course Description: Students will expand their language abilities through the four modes of communication (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) in order to use Spanish in practical real‐life situations. Two units in the Avancemos series will be covered per trimester with an additional introductory unit at the beginning of the first trimester. II. Course Objectives: Students will enhance proficiency in oral and written communication in Spanish as well as develop an appreciation of other people and cultures. III. Grading: Grades will be determined based on points earned on written and oral assignments, presentations, quizzes, tests, final exams, homework and participation. The following percentage system will be used: 92‐100 A 72‐77 C Quizzes 25% 90‐91 A‐ 70‐71 C‐ Tests 25% 88‐89 B+ 68‐69 D+ Projects 15% 82‐87 B 62‐67 D Participation/Class Activities 15% 80‐81 B‐ 60‐61 D‐ Homework 10% 78‐79 C+ 0‐59 F Final exam 10% IV. Additional Notes: Attendance/Makeup Policy: Three tardies in this class will equal one absence. To receive credit for work missed due to an excused absence, quizzes and tests need to be made‐up within 2 days per day of absence (RHS policy). Homework: To receive credit for homework, assignments must be on time and completed before entering the classroom. Homework will consist of workbook, online and other activities. No late work will be accepted. Participation: This grade is based on individual and/or partner and group work, and reflects your effort to use Spanish as well as how well you are prepared for class. Help: Please see you teacher immediately if you need any help. Teachers are available for help before and after school. In addition, students can see their counselor to request a tutor. ****************************************************************** We have read and understand the expectations of this syllabus. Student _____________________________ Parent ______________________________