Syllabus for 7th Grade Spanish Exploratory
Course Description: This course is designed for those students who share an interest in the Spanish language and culture. It is an elective class that meets every other day all year long. It is a thematic-based course that has 3 children’s books infused within. You will be introduced to new vocabulary and grammar each unit and will participate in a variety of speaking, listening, writing, and reading activities.
Our grading scale is:
A+ 98 B+ 88 C+ 78 D+ 68
A 94 B 84 C 74 D 64
A- 90 B- 80 C- 70 D- 60
Materials Needed for each class:
* Binder with pockets/folders inside with loose-leaf paper
* Tab dividers for your binder
* Blue or black pen AND a red pen
* Pencil
* Highlighter
You will be expected to:
* Have all of your materials ready when class begins
* Check the agenda board daily for instructions of what you should be doing
* Participate 100% in class activities
* Complete and turn in all assignments on time
* Remember if you know you are going to be gone ahead of time for a school function, etc. it is expected that you receive materials before you are going to be gone or it will still be considered late!
* Daily study is needed. Whether there is homework or not, you should spend at least 15 minutes each day reviewing material outside of class. That may mean reading over notes, Quizlet practice, making flashcards, practicing conversation with someone, or coming in for extra practice with me.
* Save all assignments, quizzes, and tests until the teacher tells you it’s ok to recycle them
* Your grade will be based the knowledge of Spanish that you demonstrate on homework, in-class tasks, participation, speaking activities, quizzes and tests.
* Ask questions when you don’t understand! You can come in and get help with me before or after school
* Respect yourself, others, and property.
* You can always contact me at [email protected] if you have any questions, concerns, or need to communicate with me about absent work or scheduling a help session.
** You will lose points if you do not follow through on any of the above expectations **
Our grading scale is:
A+ 98 B+ 88 C+ 78 D+ 68
A 94 B 84 C 74 D 64
A- 90 B- 80 C- 70 D- 60
Materials Needed for each class:
* Binder with pockets/folders inside with loose-leaf paper
* Tab dividers for your binder
* Blue or black pen AND a red pen
* Pencil
* Highlighter
You will be expected to:
* Have all of your materials ready when class begins
* Check the agenda board daily for instructions of what you should be doing
* Participate 100% in class activities
* Complete and turn in all assignments on time
* Remember if you know you are going to be gone ahead of time for a school function, etc. it is expected that you receive materials before you are going to be gone or it will still be considered late!
* Daily study is needed. Whether there is homework or not, you should spend at least 15 minutes each day reviewing material outside of class. That may mean reading over notes, Quizlet practice, making flashcards, practicing conversation with someone, or coming in for extra practice with me.
* Save all assignments, quizzes, and tests until the teacher tells you it’s ok to recycle them
* Your grade will be based the knowledge of Spanish that you demonstrate on homework, in-class tasks, participation, speaking activities, quizzes and tests.
* Ask questions when you don’t understand! You can come in and get help with me before or after school
* Respect yourself, others, and property.
* You can always contact me at [email protected] if you have any questions, concerns, or need to communicate with me about absent work or scheduling a help session.
** You will lose points if you do not follow through on any of the above expectations **