Biloxi
Junior High
School
Biloxi Public Schools
1424 Father Ryan Ave., Biloxi, MS 39530 ● (228) 435-1421
Scott Powell, Principal
2015-2016 Course Syllabus for Honors Spanish
Term 3
Teacher: Ms. Elizabeth Watson
E-mail: elizabeth.watson@biloxischools.net
Teacher’s Web Site: http://biloxischools.schoolwires.net/Domain/1053
Objectives: Students will:
 Continue speaking with classmates in small group settings in formal and informal situations about
basic conversation topics, such as likes/dislikes, free time activities, places in the city, giving
directions, etc.
 Identify various professions in speech and in text
 State what he/she will do in the future
 Fill out a job application
 Identify different friendship/relationship vocabulary terms in speech and in text
 Discuss friendships and relationships in the Hispanic world
 Give recommendations
 Present information about various topics to their classmates in Spanish
 Use critical thinking skills to analyze and learn during cultural experiences
 Write reflections about Hispanic culture and how it relates to their personal lives
 Listen and read authentic materials from Hispanic culture to foster cultural appreciation
Tests and Grades
Grading: A=90-100 B=80-89 C=70-79 D=65-69 F=below 65 I=incomplete
Grading follows the policies of Biloxi Public Schools. A mid-term progress report and a report card following the end of each term are issued.
Tests and Projects: Students will complete brief vocabulary quizzes, speaking tests, and cultural
projects throughout the course, and they will be notified at least 1 week prior to any assessment. A term
assessment will be administered at the end of each 9-week grading period.
Students will be allowed to make-up assessments during the reteach/retest sessions on Tuesdays and
Thursdays, and they are responsible for notifying Ms. Watson of the date and time that they will be
making up the assessment. Students have no more than 5 days to make up assessments once they
return to school. Skipping class on the day of an assessment will result in a zero, and students will not be
allowed to retest.
Retesting: Should a student need to retake an assessment, they must meet ALL of the following criteria:
1. Actively participate in class activities and discussions
2. Turn in a Reteach/Retest form to the guidance counselor’s office in a timely manner
3. Turn in all assignments prior to taking the retest
Homework/Assignments: Students will turn in Bell Ringers (“Tocatimbres”) and journal entries for daily
grades. Students will also receive daily grades for in-class partner conversation activities and classwork.
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Failure to participate in class activities and discussions or refusal to complete work will result in a zero for
the activity grade.
Course Requirements: Students must complete the following assignments during the 3rd 9 weeks:
1. Bell Ringers
2. Class Activities and Discussions
3. Vocabulary Tests (at least 2-3, more if necessary)
4. 2 Speaking Tests
5. 1 Term Exam
A Note about Portable Electronic Devices in Spanish Class:
Recently a school board policy was approved and adopted for the current school year that permits
students to have an electronic device with them on campus. While there are advantages to having these
devices on campus, it is one that should not be abused in Spanish class. There will be times when
electronic devices will be permitted for use in class, but remember that this privilege can also be taken
away if it is used inappropriately. Do not use your cell phones, tablets, etc. during class unless given
permission to do so by Ms. Watson.
Important Dates:
Midterm Progress Reports: February 15
Report Cards: March 24
Additional Comments:
While there are helpful resources on the Internet that translate thoughts, the use of online or cell phone
translators is not allowed. Assignments that strongly suggest that the student used an online translator
will result in a zero. However, one reliable source for students to use online is www.wordreference.com.
It is a comprehensive online Spanish-English dictionary, and it will solve many of your translation
problems.
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3-ring binder (1” is best)
1 pack of looseleaf paper
Pen/pencil
Crayons/colored pencils/markers
Scissors
Glue
3-prong folder for journaling and Bell Ringers
Choose one: 1 box of Kleenex, 1 bottle of hand sanitizer, OR 1 bag of peppermints