James Ward School - World Language Syllabus
Señora Jesús –James Ward Elementary School, Room 207
Class website: http://spanishward.weebly.com/
Email: [email protected] Phone: (773) 534-9050 (school)
Course Introduction
¡Bienvenidos! Welcome to our “Reading Resolutions” year!
This year we will learn Spanish through a focus on language and culture and a strong emphasis on listening, reading, writing, and speaking. We will learn Spanish keeping the following two statements in mind:
Ù We are global citizens who learn to help make the world a better place and who understand the value that learning a foreign language provides us.
Ù We are empowered students who take charge of our own education and who work respectfully and collaboratively in order to reach common learning goals.
Materials
It is required that students bring to class:
1.Spanish notebook
2.Spanish folder
3. At least two (2) sharpened pencils or two (2) black/ blue pens and eraser
4. Student planner to write down homework.
5. Bilingual dictionary (Spanish/English)
Classroom Rules & Expectations
In order to be academically successful this year, we must respect ourselves, one another, and the classroom. Our expectations this year are based on the 4 P’s:
1. PROMPT: Be seated and silent at your assigned seat, and begin work on your bell ringer/warm –up activity.
2. PREPARED: Bring the necessary supplies (listed above) every week.
3. POLITE: Use appropriate academic language-no put downs, teasing or swear words. Leave the room as you found it. Keep hands and objects to yourself.
4. PRODUCTIVE: Follow all directions the first time they are given. Use all your class time to improve your Spanish language skills!
World Language Grading Policy
35% Summative (Assessments (written and oral tests), end-of-unit projects).
55% Formative (quizzes, notebook checks, classroom work, participation, bell-ringers, exit tickets, etc)
10% Homework (Will be given every week)
Late Work: All late work must be turned in the following day (24 h).
· If homework is not turned in during the class period when it is due, it is considered late. Turning it in during lunch or after school is considered late.
· Late work without a parent/ doctor excuse will be downgraded 50%.
· Late work which is attached to a parent or doctor excuse (or copy of) will receive full credit.
Extra Credit: Extra credit is offered to students who have completed all their given work.
. Students who do not come ready for class (e.g. not bringing their notebooks and/or pencil) will be downgraded 10%.
Classroom Policies & Procedures
In order to create the best learning environment possible where every student has the chance to succeed, we must follow certain policies and procedures.
1. ENTRY: Students should always enter the classroom before the bell rings and be in their desks by the time that the bell rings. Upon entering the classroom, students SILENTLY (level 0) should take the following steps:
1. Enter the classroom and greet teacher at the door (in Spanish)
2. Turn homework into the appropriate class homework bin
3. Leave transparent backpacks and other materials on the floor under the “sociales” board.
3. Take Spanish materials and sit in assigned seat
4. Begin Bell ringer/ warm up activity.
2. LATE ENTRY: Students who enter late should SILENTLY (level 0):
1. Open the door slowly.
2. Sign the tardy log.
3. Turn homework into homework bin.
4. Place pass in Late Pass bin.
5. Walk from the back of the room to take assigned seat.
6. If there is time, complete bell ringer/ warm-up.
7. Whisper to table partner to find out how to catch up with class.
3. HOMEWORK: Each homework assignment is worth 10 points. Students should complete homework on a separate piece of loose leaf paper. The paper should be labeled on the top (right or left) with the following:
· Student’s First and Last Name (Example: De’ja Smith)
· Student’s classroom (Example: 305)
· The date ( Example: 9/16/15)
· The name of the assignment/ exercise (Example: Los adjectivos)
** Mislabeled homework will drop the assignment one letter grade.
**Homework without a name will receive no credit.
4. USING THE RESTROOM: Students should take care of their personal needs between class periods. If it is an emergency, students may follow the procedure below:
· Raise hand and ask for permission in Spanish.
· If granted permission by Ms. Jesus, students should silently sign out in the “Bathroom/ Hall Pass” Log and take the “Baño Pass” from the wall.
· Use the restroom and return within three (3) minutes.
** Only one student at a time may use the restroom.
5. HALL PASSES: Students should arrive to class with all necessary supplies, as no locker passes will be written. Students are not permitted to leave the room without teacher permission.
6. SPEAKING: Only one person should be speaking at any given time in the classroom, unless group work is taking place. If the teacher is speaking, students may share a comment or ask a question by raising his or her hand and waiting to be called on. Because we respect everyone’s opinion, we want to make sure each person is heard clearly.
7. GROUP WORK: Students will work in groups of 2-5 on a weekly basis. Unless otherwise notified, Mrs. Jesús will create the group. These groups will change frequently, and students must work within the group he or she is assigned. If a student refuses to work in an assigned group, he or she will be asked to call his or her parent on the spot or will be given a consequence.
8. TEST TAKING: When tests or quizzes are given, students must remain silent in order to allow their classmates to concentrate. Students may bring privacy folders to protect their answers. If students are talking or being disruptive during a test or quiz, they will receive a 10-point deduction from their final score and be asked to take the test in another classroom. If a student is caught cheating or giving answers, they will have their test taken from them with no opportunity to re-take it.
9. ABSENCE POLICY: As soon as a student knows that he will be absent for any reason, he or his parent should write Mrs. Jesús an email at [email protected]. If Internet is not accessible, the parent or doctor should write a note to give Mrs. Jesús when he/she returns to school. This note should be stapled to any late homework and turned into the “Late Work” Box. Upon return to school, student should copy notes from a classmate. Be sure to check with a friend or on the class website (see top of syllabus) for missed homework. Please note, the STUDENT is responsible for seeking out the teacher for make up work.
10. FOOD AND DRINK: All food and drink (except water) is prohibited inside the classroom. Students who enter with food or drink will be asked to throw it away. Gum or candy are not allowed.
11. EXIT POLICY: When Mrs. Jesús asks students to prepare to leave:
1. Put away all personal supplies (writing utensil, paper, etc.) at level 0.
2. Restore (put away) all materials if working in centers at level 0.
3. Check below and around your desk for scraps of paper/ garbage. Pick them up and hold them at your desk.
4. Sit silently in your desk and wait to be dismissed.
5. When dismissed by Mrs. Jesús (not the bell or other teacher), students will be called by tables, walk quietly (level 0) and line up at designated spot. Mrs. Jesús will escort you to your next class.
12. CELL PHONES: as per school’s rules, any cell phones being used in the classroom will be removed and given to administration.
Academic Integrity
Honesty and strength of character are expected of every student at James Ward School. Students must complete their assignments individually and with judicious use of permitted resources. The use of electronic translation devices is easily noted and strictly prohibited.
CONSEQUENCES
1) Disrespecting classmates, teacher and materials = yellow card, Behavior reflection
2) Talking during presentations= yellow card, behavior reflection
3) Wasting instructional time = yellow card, behavior reflection, make up work after or before school
4) Incomplete work = before/ after school completion.
5) Repeated disrespectful behavior = red card, phone call to parent, referral to administration.
For any other questions/procedures, please refer to the James Ward School Foundations document.
Señora Jesús –James Ward Elementary School, Room 207
Class website: http://spanishward.weebly.com/
Email: [email protected] Phone: (773) 534-9050 (school)
Course Introduction
¡Bienvenidos! Welcome to our “Reading Resolutions” year!
This year we will learn Spanish through a focus on language and culture and a strong emphasis on listening, reading, writing, and speaking. We will learn Spanish keeping the following two statements in mind:
Ù We are global citizens who learn to help make the world a better place and who understand the value that learning a foreign language provides us.
Ù We are empowered students who take charge of our own education and who work respectfully and collaboratively in order to reach common learning goals.
Materials
It is required that students bring to class:
1.Spanish notebook
2.Spanish folder
3. At least two (2) sharpened pencils or two (2) black/ blue pens and eraser
4. Student planner to write down homework.
5. Bilingual dictionary (Spanish/English)
Classroom Rules & Expectations
In order to be academically successful this year, we must respect ourselves, one another, and the classroom. Our expectations this year are based on the 4 P’s:
1. PROMPT: Be seated and silent at your assigned seat, and begin work on your bell ringer/warm –up activity.
2. PREPARED: Bring the necessary supplies (listed above) every week.
3. POLITE: Use appropriate academic language-no put downs, teasing or swear words. Leave the room as you found it. Keep hands and objects to yourself.
4. PRODUCTIVE: Follow all directions the first time they are given. Use all your class time to improve your Spanish language skills!
World Language Grading Policy
35% Summative (Assessments (written and oral tests), end-of-unit projects).
55% Formative (quizzes, notebook checks, classroom work, participation, bell-ringers, exit tickets, etc)
10% Homework (Will be given every week)
Late Work: All late work must be turned in the following day (24 h).
· If homework is not turned in during the class period when it is due, it is considered late. Turning it in during lunch or after school is considered late.
· Late work without a parent/ doctor excuse will be downgraded 50%.
· Late work which is attached to a parent or doctor excuse (or copy of) will receive full credit.
Extra Credit: Extra credit is offered to students who have completed all their given work.
. Students who do not come ready for class (e.g. not bringing their notebooks and/or pencil) will be downgraded 10%.
Classroom Policies & Procedures
In order to create the best learning environment possible where every student has the chance to succeed, we must follow certain policies and procedures.
1. ENTRY: Students should always enter the classroom before the bell rings and be in their desks by the time that the bell rings. Upon entering the classroom, students SILENTLY (level 0) should take the following steps:
1. Enter the classroom and greet teacher at the door (in Spanish)
2. Turn homework into the appropriate class homework bin
3. Leave transparent backpacks and other materials on the floor under the “sociales” board.
3. Take Spanish materials and sit in assigned seat
4. Begin Bell ringer/ warm up activity.
2. LATE ENTRY: Students who enter late should SILENTLY (level 0):
1. Open the door slowly.
2. Sign the tardy log.
3. Turn homework into homework bin.
4. Place pass in Late Pass bin.
5. Walk from the back of the room to take assigned seat.
6. If there is time, complete bell ringer/ warm-up.
7. Whisper to table partner to find out how to catch up with class.
3. HOMEWORK: Each homework assignment is worth 10 points. Students should complete homework on a separate piece of loose leaf paper. The paper should be labeled on the top (right or left) with the following:
· Student’s First and Last Name (Example: De’ja Smith)
· Student’s classroom (Example: 305)
· The date ( Example: 9/16/15)
· The name of the assignment/ exercise (Example: Los adjectivos)
** Mislabeled homework will drop the assignment one letter grade.
**Homework without a name will receive no credit.
4. USING THE RESTROOM: Students should take care of their personal needs between class periods. If it is an emergency, students may follow the procedure below:
· Raise hand and ask for permission in Spanish.
· If granted permission by Ms. Jesus, students should silently sign out in the “Bathroom/ Hall Pass” Log and take the “Baño Pass” from the wall.
· Use the restroom and return within three (3) minutes.
** Only one student at a time may use the restroom.
5. HALL PASSES: Students should arrive to class with all necessary supplies, as no locker passes will be written. Students are not permitted to leave the room without teacher permission.
6. SPEAKING: Only one person should be speaking at any given time in the classroom, unless group work is taking place. If the teacher is speaking, students may share a comment or ask a question by raising his or her hand and waiting to be called on. Because we respect everyone’s opinion, we want to make sure each person is heard clearly.
7. GROUP WORK: Students will work in groups of 2-5 on a weekly basis. Unless otherwise notified, Mrs. Jesús will create the group. These groups will change frequently, and students must work within the group he or she is assigned. If a student refuses to work in an assigned group, he or she will be asked to call his or her parent on the spot or will be given a consequence.
8. TEST TAKING: When tests or quizzes are given, students must remain silent in order to allow their classmates to concentrate. Students may bring privacy folders to protect their answers. If students are talking or being disruptive during a test or quiz, they will receive a 10-point deduction from their final score and be asked to take the test in another classroom. If a student is caught cheating or giving answers, they will have their test taken from them with no opportunity to re-take it.
9. ABSENCE POLICY: As soon as a student knows that he will be absent for any reason, he or his parent should write Mrs. Jesús an email at [email protected]. If Internet is not accessible, the parent or doctor should write a note to give Mrs. Jesús when he/she returns to school. This note should be stapled to any late homework and turned into the “Late Work” Box. Upon return to school, student should copy notes from a classmate. Be sure to check with a friend or on the class website (see top of syllabus) for missed homework. Please note, the STUDENT is responsible for seeking out the teacher for make up work.
10. FOOD AND DRINK: All food and drink (except water) is prohibited inside the classroom. Students who enter with food or drink will be asked to throw it away. Gum or candy are not allowed.
11. EXIT POLICY: When Mrs. Jesús asks students to prepare to leave:
1. Put away all personal supplies (writing utensil, paper, etc.) at level 0.
2. Restore (put away) all materials if working in centers at level 0.
3. Check below and around your desk for scraps of paper/ garbage. Pick them up and hold them at your desk.
4. Sit silently in your desk and wait to be dismissed.
5. When dismissed by Mrs. Jesús (not the bell or other teacher), students will be called by tables, walk quietly (level 0) and line up at designated spot. Mrs. Jesús will escort you to your next class.
12. CELL PHONES: as per school’s rules, any cell phones being used in the classroom will be removed and given to administration.
Academic Integrity
Honesty and strength of character are expected of every student at James Ward School. Students must complete their assignments individually and with judicious use of permitted resources. The use of electronic translation devices is easily noted and strictly prohibited.
CONSEQUENCES
1) Disrespecting classmates, teacher and materials = yellow card, Behavior reflection
2) Talking during presentations= yellow card, behavior reflection
3) Wasting instructional time = yellow card, behavior reflection, make up work after or before school
4) Incomplete work = before/ after school completion.
5) Repeated disrespectful behavior = red card, phone call to parent, referral to administration.
For any other questions/procedures, please refer to the James Ward School Foundations document.