BIENVENIDOS
A LA CLASE DE ESPAÑOL
Course Description
This is a level I Spanish course in which you will have the opportunities to develop vocabulary
and grammar skills based on contexts related to daily living. By the end of the course, you will be able to
communicate about many topics including daily routines, greetings and farewells, descriptions, chores,
food, clothes, autobiographical information, numbers, colors, dates, time and weather. You will become
more aware and gain knowledge of the culturally diverse Spanish-speaking world to develop insight into
the nature of language and culture. When you walk into this class, you will be entering a world where the
focus language is Spanish. This will be a fun experience and it will contribute to your ability to understand
and speak more Spanish in a shorter period of time. Do not be afraid to make mistakes—everyone will
make lots of mistakes—it is OKAY. You will be surprised by how well you are able to survive in a
Spanish-speaking environment. For 7th and 8th grade students this Spanish class is a 1 HIGH SCHOOL
CREDIT.
CLASSROOM POLICIES AND PROCEDURES PARTICIPATION:
Each day you will receive points for participation. These activities will include speaking to me at the door, paying attention, having your materials with you in class and working on classroom activities. Failure to follow class procedures, arriving tardy or unprepared to class, and other unacceptable behavior may cause you to lose points.
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MAKING UP PARTICIPATION POINTS WHEN ABSENT!
ASSIGNMENTS:
There are usually three to four class assignments per week. What you don’t finish in class you will have to finish at home. You must write legibly or I will not accept your work. You may also type your assignments, if you would like.
MAKEUP WORK:
For regular daily assignments you will have two days to make up your work. I will not pursue you for makeup work, the responsibility is yours. You may also ask a trusted and responsible classmate for makeup work. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ASK FOR AND COMPLETE MAKEUP WORK EITHER BEFORE OR AFTER CLASS.
LATE WORK POLICY:
You have two days to turn in any late assignments. A maximum of 70 points can be earned
EXTRA CREDIT:
Students will have the opportunity to earn extra credit provided there are no missing assignments.
Materials needed:
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notebook
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1 pack of 3x5 index cards
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#2 pencils
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Colored Pencils /markers/crayons
Class Rules:
1) Siempre respeta a los demás. Always respect others. It is not always easy to learn a new language. I expect you to make mistakes, but you should not tease or call anyone names. Be open-minded and listen to others’ ideas. Please keep your language appropriate.
2) Debes estar en tu asiento cuando antes de que cierre la puerta del salon. - You must be in your seat before I close the classroom door. You are tardy if you are not in the room by the time the bell rings. You should be seated and ready to
learn when you enter the room.
3) Levanta la mano si quieres levantarte o hablar. - Raise your hand if you want to get up or speak. Please give everyone a chance to answer questions by raising your hand.
4) Trae todos los materiales necesarios todos los días. - Bring all your materials every day. Class time is for class, so please be sure you have your homework, something to write on, and a writing utensil to use. If you consistently forget to bring your materials to class, it could affect your grade.
5) Sigue todas las instrucciones de la maestra. - Follow all the teacher’s instructions. Keep on task and pay attention! Points could be deducted from your grade if you consistently don’t follow directions.
6) No uses tu teléfono celular o cosas electronicas. - Don’t use your cell phone or electronic devices. I understand how important social lives are, but please keep these items powered off and out of site. If I see it, I will take it away and turn it into the office, per the student handbook.
