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Room #: 903
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Welcome
Welcome to English 10B! In this class, you will be given the opportunity to explore, write, read, discuss,
research, work together and grow personally.
Objectives
Throughout this trimester we will explore the themes found in the literature; including finding truth through
knowledge, the benefits of an education, overcoming prejudice/bigotry, individualism, coping skills.
Additionally, through writing, re-writing, and peer editing, you will learn the importance of voice and
structure. Skills: reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language.
Writing
The essential writings for this class are poems, a literary essay, analytical responses to literature, and
expository writing. We will have at least 2 formal papers and many other informal writings, as well as
impromptu essays. You will do research. You will also keep a writers notebook. Vocabulary will
predominantly originate from our literature and grammar will be a major focus throughout all of our writing
pieces in class.
Grades
Your grade will be determined by the effort and quality or written assignments (including essays), quizzes,
participation in all activities including class discussions, and the final exam.
1, 2, 3, 4 Quick Assessment
After teaching a certain concept, I may give you an assignment that will help me assess where you are. It
is very important to assess your own learning as well, so I have a general scale that ranges from 1-4. 4 is
Mastery. That means you can do the skill in the goal/learning target with complete confidence and dont
need any extra assistance. 3 is Applying/Proficient. That means you can do the skill in the goal/learning
target with confidence, but havent mastered it just yet. 2 is Developing. That means you can somewhat
do the skill (or part of the skill) in the goal/learning target with little confidence, and need some assistance
from the teacher because you may have some questions. 1 is Beginning. That means you cannot do the
skill in the goal/learning target and need full assistance from the teacher.
Classroom Expectations
1. Aretha Franklin knows what shes talking about. RESPECT one another
ALL THE TIME. This is the #1 rule in my classroom.
I firmly believe in a classroom where everyone feels comfortable participating in a number of ways. In
order to achieve this goal, it is imperative that we all respect one another to create an interactive and
trusting environment. We come equipped with different strengths and opinions, but no one is better
than anyone else. My classroom is a judgment-free zone.
8. Follow Directions
Everything I ask you to do in this class is for the purpose of learning and growing as a writer and
person. If you are ever confused about the purpose, Ill be happy to explain it to you. You are expected
to follow any direction I give in class (taking notes, putting your phone away, doing an activity, warmups, exit conversations, etc.).
Tardy Policy
I will be implementing the NFHS tardy policy. Students are to be in class and prepared to learn at the sound
of the bell, as instruction will begin promptly. Note: Every tardy will be logged in Zangle Notes.
1st tardy Conversation with me.
2nd tardy Call home.
3rd tardy 30-Minute detention with me. Further tardies or failure to serve the detention will result in a
referral to the office.
4th tardy Meet with Assistant Principal, who will contact parent.
Subsequent tardies will involve escalating consequences and interventions from administration.
Cheating Policy
I would want to earn enough of your respect that you wouldnt want to cheat in my class, but ideally, I
want you to have enough respect for yourself and for learning that you wouldnt do it at all. Cheating is
anything including copying homework, letting someone copy your homework, plagiarism, having notes
visible during quizzes or tests, etc. There is literally no point in cheating because it does not give either of
us an accurate representation of your understanding (remember that I use assignments to assess your
understanding so cheating will hide your struggles). Plus, it is not worth losing respect and possibly getting
suspended. For any kind of cheating, I will follow the steps on the English Department Cheating Policy.
Absence Policy
VIEW THE WEBSITE ON THE DAY(S) YOU ARE ABSENT BEFORE COMING TO CLASS!!! There, you
will be able to see what we did, what you missed, and any notes/worksheets that were given out. If you are
absent on the day an assignment is due, you will be expected to turn it into me when class begins on the
day you return, otherwise it goes in the late bin. If you are absent on the day I assign something, you will
have one day to make up work for each day you are absent (only for excused absences). If you do not
abide by that schedule, I will have you put your assignment in the late bin. If you have an unexcused
absence, your work that was due that day will go in the late bin. I have blue mailboxes on the student
supply table where I put handouts from each day. Check the mailbox slot for the day you were absent for
any hard copies of handouts. Please respect this policy and take responsibility of your absences. You
should never have to contact me when you are absent unless you have a question about something we did
that day after viewing the website. If you are absent on the day of a quiz, I do not administer make-up
quizzes unless you have an excused absence. If your absence is excused, you must contact me to come in
before or after school to make it up, otherwise it will remain a 0. You only have as many days as you were
absent to make up a quiz.
Food/Drink Policy
Snacks/Drinks are allowed so long as there is absolutely no evidence ANYWHERE. If any food/drink/garbage
is left in my room, I will have to ban eating/drinking in class for everyone. You dont want to be that person.
Electronics Policy
There will be times where I will allow phones; however, there are no phones out during lectures, class
discussions, group work, or activities. Part of being an adult is knowing when you should and shouldnt be
using your electronics. For any questions or to review the consequences, refer to the NFHS Personal
Electronic Device Policy.
Classroom Procedures
At the Beginning of Class:
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We will always do a wrap-up session, whether it is an informal assessment (1-4 scale, fist to five, thumbs, etc.) or
an exit conversation to make sure youve achieved the goal for that day.
There is absolutely NO PACKING UP until I have made my final announcement; once I have made my final
announcement, if there is extra time, you may chat with a friend, but you need to be in a seat until the bell rings
(there will be no lining up by the door).
Classroom Protocols
Classwork Protocol
Keep talking at a minimum unless you are discussing the work with a classmate or working in partners/groups; stay on
task (no working on other work); use your time wisely; no use of electronic devices until work is finished.
Discussion Protocol
Be actively engaged (listening attentively, ask questions, build off a classmate, jot down notes, add insight); Respect one
another (no interrupting or talking over one another, be appropriate); Stay on topic (try not to go off on rants or
tangents); have appropriate materials out on desk.
Classroom Need-To-Knows
Weebly
I use Weebly for my classroom site. It will be updated daily with the daily agenda (for absent students or involved parents
who want to know whats going on in class), class announcements, a calendar of important dates, and resources.
Announcement Board
The white board on the side of my classroom is open to students to write any announcement or post any flyers (NOT
during class time) that has to do with any school event. Content MUST be appropriate, otherwise students will not write on
it anymore.