Cambridge High School 2014-15

French 1
Mme LeClair-Ash
Email: AshAnn@fultonschools.org
Website: http://leclair-ash.weebly.com/
Help sessions: by appointment

Course Objectives
This course is an introduction to French language and culture. The beginner fundamentals of French pronunciation,
grammar, and culture are presented through a development of: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The 5 Cs of
language learning are emphasized: communication, cultures, connections, comparisons, and communities. The
importance of communication and cultural awareness is stressed through a wide variety of activities (group/pair work,
videos, audio recordings, computer assignments, etc.). Cultural topics may include the history of Francophone countries,
art, literature, sport and cuisine. Students are expected to listen carefully and speak only French to the teacher and
classmates during the designated times. Students are expected to participate enthusiastically in all activities.

Text reminders
To receive reminders about tests, assignments and other French I announcements, send a text message to 703-997-8182
with the message: @39ecd You will not see my number, and I will not see your number. Standard text messaging rates apply.

Textbook Information
Valette & Valette, Discovering French Bleu (1) (2004) Discovering French Bleu (1) workbook & activity book

Supplies
Mandatory supplies Optional Supplies Optional Class Donations
3-ring binder with pocket dividers French-English dictionary Dry erase markers
Loose-leaf paper Colored printer paper Disinfecting wipes
Blue/black/red pens, pencils Colored card stock

Grading Practices


Grading Scale
A 90% and above
B 80-89%
C 70-79%
F Below 70%


PBA= performance-
based assessment
(spoken or written)
HW= homework
SLO = Student Learning
Objectives
Classroom Expectations for Academic Success
Classroom Expectations Consequences may include
Always come to class on time and prepared with notebook, textbook, workbook, paper, and pen
or pencil.
Respect the teacher, your classmates, yourself, and others property at all times.
Always have a positive attitude. Be courageous and willing to make mistakes to learn French!
Use outside time to review all concepts/notes from class.
Speak French 100% of the time in class. Speak, write and practice French every day!
Keep the atmosphere in class safe, wholesome, and appropriate (think G rated).
Food and gum interfere with communication. Please leave these items in your backpack or
locker (water is ok).
Communication is the focus of this class, but not on cell phones. Please leave them in your
locker or backpack.

Warning
Parent/guardian contact
Detention
Disciplinary Referral



HW
5%
Classwork
10%
PBAs
30%
*Tests &
Projects
25%
Quizzes
15%
Semester
Final
15%
*Second semester,
Tests & Projects will
count 20% and the
SLO will count 5%.


Make-up Procedures (see student handbook)
It is the students responsibility, if absent, to check online for assignments and make arrangements on the day of return
with the teacher to turn in missed assignments. Make-up work must be completed by the student within the time
specified by the teacher (typically the amount of time the student was absent plus 1 day). Late work will receive a 10%
reduction in grade for each day late.

Fulton County Recovery Policy
Opportunities designed to allow students to recover from a low or failing cumulative grade will be allowed when all
work required to date has been completed and the student has demonstrated a legitimate effort to meet all course
requirements including attendance. Students should contact the teacher concerning recovery opportunities. Teachers are
expected to establish a reasonable time period for recovery work to be completed during the semester. All recovery
work must be directly related to course objectives and must be completed ten school days prior to the end of the
semester.

World Language Recovery (Relearning & Reassessment) Procedure (only available for major tests):
World Language tests measure student mastery of standards. Recovery is available for students who wish to show
increased mastery through relearning and reassessment. Only one recovery attempt per test is allowed and must be
completed before the next major test (usually 1-2 weeks). The student initiates the recovery process and must meet all
the teachers requirements (help sessions, practice work, etc.) within the teacher-given time period. A contract with all
requirements is signed by the teacher, student, and parents. The recovery test or sections may be in a different format but
cover the same standards. The student receives the higher grade of the two assessments. The expectation is that the
students recovered grade will show a significant improvement in mastery of standards.

Technology Policy
Technology is a useful tool for learning languages. However, WL department practice is that you may use electronic
devices only when your teacher directs, and only for educational purposes. Unauthorized use will result in
consequences.

Academic Integrity
Plagiarism of any kind and/or cheating will result in the grade of 0 on any graded work, and disciplinary action may
follow. The use of translator programs (such as Google translate) or excessive help from a native speaker will be
considered plagiarism. For writing assignments, students may be asked to reproduce work at school if academic
integrity is at risk.

*The syllabus may be updated as needed throughout the semester.

French I
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