SIMON A. SANCHEZ HIGH SCHOOL

SPANISH I COURSE SYLLABUS

MS. BRENDA EDELO – ROOM 110

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

    1. Students will understand fundamental concepts of Spanish language and culture.
    2. By the end of the term, students will be able to read and write simple Spanish sentences and communcate using simple Spanish words.
    3. Students may prepare to taking Spanish II and Spanish studies in college. They may also utilize their knowledge of the Spanish language in their daily lives.
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  • TEXTBOOK:

    Spanish for Mastery 1. Jean-Paul and Rebecca M. Valette, D.C. Heath, 1997.

    REQUIRED MATERIALS:

    3 ring binder with dividers or multiple pocket folder

    looseleaf paper

    pen or pencil (any DARK color except red)

    blank video tape (2nd semester

    blank cassette tape (2nd semester)

    Spanish-English/ English-Spanish dictionary (not mandatory,

    but highly recommended)

    GRADING SCALE:

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        1. A
        1. B
        1. C
        1. D
        1. F

    To achieve the above grades for the quarter, the total points will be awarded based of the quality and content of classwork, homework, projects, quizzes, tests, and exams:

    1st, 2nd ,and 3rd Quarter 4th Quarter

    50% Quizzes, Tests, and Projects 40% Quizzes, Tests, and Projects

    25% Classwork and Homework 20% Classwork and Homework

    25% Quarter Exam 20% Spanish Production

    20% Quarter Exam

    COURSE OUTLINE:

    Unit1: Bienvenidos

  • Unit2: Nosotros los Hispanoamericanos

    Unit3: Amigos…y Amigas

    Unit4: Y Ahora… Mexico

    Unit5: Mi Familia y Yo

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    • Unit6: Nuestras Diversiones

     

    SPANISH COURSE SYLLABUS

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    PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE DATE

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    STUDENT NAME(PLEASE PRINT) CLASS PERIOD

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    DISCIPLINE PLAN

    Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s),

    I will be your child’s Spanish teacher this year. In order to guarantee your child and all the students in my classroom the excellent educational climate they deserve, I have developed a Discipline Plan that will be in effect at all times.

    When in the classroom, students must comply with the following rules:

    1. Come to class prepared with all materials (book, workbook, pen or pencil, paper,etc.) and asssignments. Avoid borrowing from others.
    2. Be in your seat and ready to work once the tardy bell rings. (3 unexcused tardies equals 1 unexcused absence.)
    3. Follow directions the first time they are given.
    4. Complete all assingnments and make-up work on time.
    5. Raise your hand and wait to be recognized before speaking.
    6. Remain in your seat at all times, unless permission is given. Hold on to your trash until the end of the period. You’ll be given at least 3 minutes at the end of the period to get rid of it, as well as to gather your things together for departure. Remember, the teacher has the final authority to dismiss you from class not the bell.
    7. No sleeping, eating, drinking, gum, or betel nut chewing , no wearing of hats or sunglasses, and no cell phones or pagers allowed in class.
    8. Avoid the temptation of "cheating" at all costs. Strictly observe the following rules while taking a quiz, test, or exam:
      1. Absolutely NO TALKING. Raise your hand if you have any questions.
      2. Keep your eyes on your own paper at all times.
      3. Keep your paper flat on your desk and covered whenever possible.

    The consequences of not following these rules will result in:

      1. Immediate referral to the principal for academic dishonesty
      2. Mandatory parental contact.
      3. A grade or 0 (zero) on that quiz, test or exam
      4. A conduct grade of U (unsatisfactory) on the report card.
    1. RESPECT yourself, others, and their property.
    2. OBSERVE, FOLLOW and RESPECT all School rules as presented in the student handbook.