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                        MrsKennedy     Rm# 106  

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Syllabus/ Classroom Policies and Procedures

 

Room #: 106

E-mail: [email protected]  

 

 

* Please see the bottom of this sylibi to check out our tentative scope and sequence.   

 

Course Descriptions:

French I: This is an Elementary French Class in which the student will develop fundamental French skills including reading, writing, conjugating and speaking in the target language. The student will also develop a better understanding of the cultural aspects of the Francophone world.

French II: This is a continuation of French I (a prerequisite) in which students will further their knowledge and usage of the French language and culture. This course will increase in speed in comparison to French I.

 

 

 

 

Speech: 

Speech is an introductory level class where students learn the process of preparing a speech and presenting a speech professionally.  Students will be required to present speeches on specifi styles of speaking.  Students will use a creative process to create a solid speech.  

 

 

Course Objectives:

French I and II:

1. Develop a worldly perspective in reference to the Francophone world.  EXPLORE
2. Hold elementary level conversations in the target language.  SPEAK
3. Read simple excerpts from texts in the target language.  READ
4. Write in the target language.  WRITE
5.  Develop the ability to comprehend spoken French.  LISTEN

Speech:

1. Understand the importance of Public Seaking and Communication

2. Develop organizational skills to prepare for a proper speech.

3.  Create/Compose speeches based on a variety of speaking styles and types.

4. Present exceptional speeches.

5. Develop listening skills. 

What I expect from you, the Student:

You are expected to be a professional student. You are expected to participate in all class activities, complete all required assignments, respect others as professional students, and always do your best! There are NO EXCUSES in life nor in my classroom . . . life is what you make it . . . CHOOSE YOUR ATTITUDE! Success is at your feet . . . what you do with it is up to you.

 

 

 

What I expect from you, the Student:

You are expected to be a professional student. You are expected to participate in all class activities, complete all required assignments, respect others as professional students, and always do your best! There are NO EXCUSES in life nor in my classroom . . . life is what you make it . . . CHOOSE YOUR ATTITUDE! Success is at your feet . . . what you do with it is up to you.

Drama students should understand that a great deal is expected from them.  You must be a mature and responsible student in order to be in this class.  There are stiff penalties for misbehavior in such a liberal class setting.   

Policies and Procedures:

 

Beginning of class: Enter into the classroom prepared to learn! Have all materials ready and accessible. As you enter the class put your book bags and materials at your assigned seat. Begin the bell work written on the board. After the bell has rang and roll has been called you may then bring any important business to my attention (i.e. absences, tardies, id violations, or make up work.)

 

Absences: 

YOU are responsible for arranging make up work. I will not ask you for your work and will automatically record a zero if the work is not turned in within the allotted time. It is school policy that you are allowed one day for everyday that you are absent. You will have to make up any journal entries that you miss before the next Journal check. The Journal topics and the class activities you have missed are written daily on the board; so a peer will have them written down for you to see.  Do not ask what we did while you were gone unless you have already checked with a peer. It is Important to be present on Presentation days because it is very difficult to make-up these assignments and you may be given an alternative assignment to replace the grade. Both French and Speech are full of presentation days.

 

 

• You will have at least three days advanced notice before a test is given. So, be prepared to take any test or quiz the day you return or with the rest of the class. Quizzes may be spontaneous.

Absences: 

YOU are responsible for arranging make up work. I will not ask you for your work and will automatically record a zero if the work is not turned in within the allotted time. It is school policy that you are allowed one day for everyday that you are absent. You will have to make up any journal entries that you miss before the next Journal check in both Journal one and two. The Journal topics and the class activities you have missed will be recorded in a notebook for your reference. Do not ask what we did while you were gone unless you have already checked the notebook! It is Important to be present on Presentation days because it is very difficult to make-up these assignments and you may be given an alternative assignment to replace the grade. Both French and Speech are full of presentation days.

 

 

• You will have at least three days advanced notice before a test is given. So, be prepared to take any test or quiz the day you return or with the rest of the class. Quizzes may be spontaneous.
  
  
  

 

Grading: 40% major assessments 35% Accuracy assignments 10% participation 15% final exam

 

Grading: 40% major assessments 35% Accuracy assignments 10% participation 15% final exam

 

 

 

Classroom Rules and Consequences:

 

1. ALWAYS be prepared to learn (have all materials ready including textbook workbook and journal)
2. Keep your hands, feet and all other objects to yourself!
3. Respect my property (keep my classroom CLEAN!), everyone else’s property as well as yourself, your teacher and others.
4. Food gum and drinks are not allowed unless there are special circumstances.
5. Speaking out of turn, inappropriately, loudly, in the wrong language or without raising your hand is not acceptable.

 

 

 

Consequences:

 

1. Warning (point deducted from Weekly participation grade for speaking in incorrect language w/o permission)
2. Punish work
3. Referral            NOTE all school rules must also be followed at all times.

 

Tentative dates for French I: