English 9 Course Outline Mrs. C. Snider - Instructor Room NW 6 2011 Faith Taking that first step when the staircase is not in sight! Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Bell Ringer Select the answer that best completes each question 1. The summer reading book is entitled a. The Acorn People b. The Giver c. Fallen Angels 2. Students in this class must bring the following materials to class every day. a. Textbook/ notebook/ pen b. Notebook / pen c. Textbook / Notebook Bell Ringer 3. Students in this class may_______ a. Never retake a test. b. May retake a test once c. May retake a test as many times as needed to pass 4. Cell phones and other devices confiscated in this class will be a. Returned the next Tuesday following confiscation (after one week) b. Returned the same day after school c. Returned only to a parent 5. Failure to arrive after 15 minutes of the tardy bell will result in a. retract assignment b. student being marked absent/ parent and parent conference c. a conference with parent Essential Vocabulary Goal- The purpose toward which a purpose is directed Objective- Something worked toward, a goal Strategy- a plan of action Cycle of Instruction- instructional strategy which includes: bell ringer, directed instruction guided instruction, independent practice, and closure Essential Vocabulary Bullying- a form of abuse. It involves repeated acts over time attempting to create or enforce one person's (or group's) power over another person (or group), verbally, physically or cyberally (through the use of cell phone, e-mail, Face book,or other such devices. Essential Vocabulary Sexual Harassment- unwanted sexual advances: unwanted sex-related behavior toward somebody, e.g. touching somebody or making suggestive remarks, especially by somebody with authority toward a subordinate . This may also include texting of photos and the use of other cyber devices that may be identified as unwanted sexual advance. Course Goals The student will be able to write effective sentences, paragraphs and essays using appropriate grammar and vocabulary The student will be able to read and comprehend a variety of literary genres The student will be able to engage in effective oral communication Course Objectives To write complete sentences using appropriate grammar usage and mechanics To identify the modes of writing and produce final drafts from each mode using the Six Traits of Writing To read short stories and interpret literary elements with special emphasis on plot, setting character , point of view , theme, simile , metaphor and hyperbole To identify correct usage of commonly confused words/ academic vocabulary Textbooks (Online) Elements of Literature Language Network Notes will be provided for major objectives(1 copy) student may download additional copies on their own and from school website) Students will be required take Cornell notes for minor objectives. * Textbooks will not be issued. Students will be given a password and pen number to access the textbook online or student can download notes from school website. Students who do not have access to computers can download in the school library before school, during lunch or after school. Students who are absent can download notes and other makeup assignments from the school website as well. Supplies (1) 21/2 – 3 inch 3 ringed binder 6 section dividers( objectives/ assignments, journal, vocabulary, grammar, composition, literature) Blue or black ball point pen(assignments turned in must be in pen or points will be deducted. Major compositions will not be accepted in pencil !(e.g. Essays) Correction fluid (optional) 1 electronic mass storage( may be used for other classes) Tissue, sanitizer, and other personal items required for personal use) Failure is not an option… ……….But, apathy will not be tolerated! Instructional Strategies Cycle of Instruction (Bell ringer, essential vocabulary, direct instruction, guided instruction, independent practice, closure) Marzano strategies Small group instruction Scaffolding Cornell Note taking Grading Tests= 60% Class work/Homework= 15 % Composition =10% Journal writing = 10% Participation = 5% (bell ringer, quick writes note take) Grading In order to make an A in this class a student must pass all tests with at least a 90% and turn in at least 90% of all assignments with 90% accuracy and stay on task daily. In order to make a B in this class a student must pass all tests with at least 80% and turn in at least 80% of all assignments with 80% accuracy and stay on task daily. In order to make a C in this class a student must pass all test with at least a 70% and turn in at least 70% with 70% accuracy of all assignments and stay on task daily. Make up policy! Every effort will b made to help students to successfully pass; however, students must take advantage of the opportunities offered. Retesting and makeup tests will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays afterschool. The highest grade that can be made on a retest is a 70. Do not wait until the end of the quarter to take make ups for work given at the beginning or several weeks earlier in the quarter. Field Trip Policy All make up work must be obtained prior to the field trip and submitted upon return to class. Failure to adhere to this policy can determine permission on future field trips. Students with poor conduct , failing grades, excessive absences or tardiness that is not due to medical reasons will not receive permission to participate on field trips from the teacher. Classroom Guidelines * Arrive on time in correct uniform, worn properly Come prepared for class Move directly into the seat Raise hand if you wish to be recognized Complete all assignments and turn in on time Keep talking to a minimum Bring no food into the classroom’ Keep cell phones turned off and out of sight Respect others at all times All Mobile County Public School System Policies Apply as it relates to Conduct and Behavior Consequences Individual Conference or reminder Parent Conference Detention Referral Consequences Cell phones and other electronic devices are not permitted . If they are seen or heard they will be confiscated and turned over to the nearest administrator for further action. 1st offense = Confiscation( Returned after 1 week) 2nd/3rd offense referral to retract and/ or suspension Failure to relinquish the electronic device can result in automatic suspension. Attendance 4 parent note absences 4 unexcused absences Unlimited doctor’s notes 4 tardies = 1 unexcused absence doctor’s notes and parents notes must be submitted no later than the 3rd day after return from absence Tardiness (Arrival to School) Report directly to the auditorium (Mrs. Wallace will not issue late passes after tardy bell rings. Students will sign in and will be escorted to their first block classes. Students who arrive more than fifteen minutes late will be marked absent for their first block class. (Be mindful of the policy for tardiness and absences to class. 4 tardies equals an unexcused absence, 4 unexcused absences can result in a loss of credit) In addition absenteeism and tardiness can have legal repercussions as it related to truancy!! Tardiness To Class You are tardy once the class room door is closed after the tardy bell. (If you are more than 15 minutes late you will be marked absent) Do not beat on the door! I will let you stay outside and mark you absent after fifteen minutes if you do!!!! Wait until I open the door! Go to the restroom between classes. There are restrooms on every hall. Lockers are not available between every class. Don’t expect to be able to go to them after every class. Do not expect for your absence to be excused unless you bring a blue slip. Don’t expect your tardiness to be excused if you don’t have a note from a teacher with a legitimate reason. A teacher should call if he or she is holding you after class. Understand that a teacher cannot expect that an absence or tardiness is excusable just because he or she kept you to complete their class work. Bullying / Sexual Harassment Bullying and / or sexual harassment will not be tolerated on any level Bullying in any form , verbal physical or through the use of technology can result in suspension or expulsion Sexual harassment verbal or physical can result in suspension or expulsion Report any form of abuse to teachers, counselors, administrators or parents immediately.