FLORAL PARK MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL
THE ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
2014-2015
GRADE 11
Student’s Name
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Teacher’s Name
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Telephone Number: 488-9323 Teacher’s E-mail Address: morfanos@sewanhaka.k12.ny.us
Teacher’s Productivity Period - 1 st Semester __7__, 2 nd Semester __7__(English Department
Office)
TEXTBOOKS: grammar, literature anthology, supplementary novels and plays vocabulary workbook (purchased by each student by the second week of school)
NOTEBOOK: Each student must have a loose-leaf binder with subject dividers and loose-leaf paper, as well as an agenda book.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Each student is responsible for:
-purchasing an agenda book.
-purchasing a vocabulary workbook.
-attending class daily unless excused by the health or attendance office.
-being punctual to class daily.
-being prepared for class with a pen, pencil, notebook and textbook(s) as stipulated by the teacher.
-completing homework which will be assigned in accordance with the District Homework
Policy and which can be ac cessed at any time via the teacher’s website.
-seeking extra help when the work is difficult.
-completing all assignments and makeup work in a timely manner in accordance with district and teacher policies.
-displaying behaviors in class which are respectful to the teacher and other students.
-accepting the consequences which will ensue if these responsibilities are not met.
-taking the New York State Comprehensive English Regents Examination, which will also be used as the final exam.
Summer Reading: All students were required to complete the summer reading assignment distributed by their teacher. The students were asked to read one piece of literature over the vacation and will take a multiple – choice exam on the required novel. This will take place early in September. In addition, the students will be expected to utilize their knowledge of the second piece of literature in a creative assignment.
REPORT CARD GRADE POLICY GUIDELINES:
-50% Tests/Quizzes
-30% Essays/Projects
-20% Homework and Class Participation
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I have read the above Grade Expectation Policy and understand what I must do to be successful in English.
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Student Signature
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Parent Signature