y Señorita Muñoz Español Radnor Middle School Teacher Email: jessica.munoz@rtsd.org Online book subscription for Avancemos 1a: Username: _____________________ Password: _____________________ Las reglas-Rules Respect the teacher and each other. -When someone is speaking, listen. Escuche cuando habla alguien. -Do your best to be accepting of differences: opinions, style, taste, etc. Acepta las diferencias. -Be positive. Ser positivo. -Come prepared to class with homework and materials. Ven preparado/preparada. -Raise your hand to speak or answer a question. Levante la mano para hablar. -Do embrace each opportunity to help each other do better. Ayude uno al otro. -Come for help when you need it, don’t wait until it is too late. Busque el ayuda cuando lo necesite, no espere hasta que sea tarde. Bring materials to each class. -Homework--Tarea -Workbook -3-ring Binder -Name card (if you think you will lose it, leave it with the teacher) -Pencil, highlighter, pen, eraser, etc. **Use a pencil on tests and quizzes. No pens are to be used during tests, erasable or not. ***Tests and quizzes written in pen will earn a zero (0) score. Las metas-Goals This course is designed to develop skills in the four target areas of foreign language communication: speaking, reading, listening, and writing comprehension. Students will build vocabulary, work with basic grammar, and develop an appreciation of the customs and cultures for Spanish-speaking countries and regions. Las notas-Grades Your grades will be determined by the number of points you earn during the marking period divided by the total number of points possible. Each assessment (homework, quizzes, tests, projects, skits, etc,) will be worth a specific number of points. Failure to complete any of the assessments will result in a zero for that assignment. El trabajo tarde-Late work Homework is to be completed before class. Anything turned in after homework is checked in class will be worth half credit. It is your responsibility to turn in work to Señorita Muñoz prior to class if you are going to miss class for an activity, lesson, meeting, or field trip to receive full credit. Bienvenidos a Avancemos This year, eighth grade Spanish students will begin a comprehensive program designed to meet the World Language Standards, engage students, and promote their success through meaningful activities and active practice. Avancemos includes numerous resources which are available to all students and their families. These include, but are not limited to: -Avancemos 1-A textbook, -student workbook, -online text, -At Home Tutor, -comic book, -games and songs, and -iPod compatible audio and video downloads. By accessing classzone.com, students will find interactive activities, flashcards, quizzes, and more. Eighth grade Spanish classes meet every day. Students will be responsible for utilizing the online resources for practice at home. Use of the resources is crucial as it allows students to proceed at their own pace, receive instant feedback, use games for practice, expand cultural information, and access the re-teach component if necessary. Materials Needed for this class: Notebook or loose leaf, 3-ring Binder, dividers, pencil, highlighter, colored pencils (not required). *Divider categories should be similar to: Homework, Notes, Projects **All papers should have a date for convenience. Course Outline Textbook: Avancemos 1A 1st Marking Period Unidad 3 Lección 1- Mi comida favorita -Talk about food and beverages -Ask questions -Say which food you like and don’t like 4th Marking Period Unidad 6 Lección 1- ¿Cuál es tu deporte favorite? -Talk about sports -Talk about whom and what you know Unidad 6 Lección 2- La salud -Talk about parts of the body -Make excuses -Say what you did -Talk about staying healthy Unidad 3 Lección 2- En mi familia -Talk about family -Ask and tell ages -Express possession -Give dates -Make comparisons 2nd Marking Period Unidad 4 Lección 1- ¡Vamos de compras! -Talk about what clothes you buy -Say what you wear in different seasons Unidad 4 Leccioón 2- ¿Qué hacemos esta noche? -Describe places and events in town -Talk about types of transportation -Say what you are going to do -Order from a menu 3rd Marking Period Unidad 5 Lección 1- Vivimos aquí -Describe the house and household items -Indicate the order of things -Describe people and locations Unidad 5 Lección- Una fiesta en casa -Plan a party -Talk about chores and responsibilities -Tell someone what to do -Say what you just did I look forward to a great Spanish class! Srta Muñoz