Spanish II Syllabus

Español II
Syllabus 2009-20010 Extra credit if you still have this at the end of the
Señora Diedrich year!! So, don’t lose it!!!
Room N300


Bienvenidos todos a la clase de español II. Welcome to Spanish II. Last year, was great, and I am looking forward to seeing all of you again and hearing all about your summer break. None of this is new to you. I just like to have everything in writing so there is no confusion about rules, expectations, grading, etc… So, here it is again! Bueno, vamonos!

First, this is a class that will require you to be organized!!! Everything you learn, you will build on. Therefore, you will have to remember and use what you learn each day! It is important that you keep your notes and class work organized and save everything so it is easy for you to reference later. I ask that you have a separate notebook and folder for this class.

Second, there is a lot of vocabulary you will have to learn and study. I have you make flashcards for each vocabulary list. It is easiest if you get note cards and a recipe box for this. The recipe box allows you to keep your note cards separated by chapter. I have a few extra index cards, but not many. Please try to have plenty.

Third, I have a few, very few, Spanish to English / English to Spanish dictionaries in the room. I would like each of you to pick up a small dictionary. They are cheap at Wal-Mart. You don’t need an expensive one, the small ones will do just fine! Please bring it with you EVERY DAY!!!

Fourth, please bring your notebook, pencil or pen, flashcards, book, folder, and dictionary with you EVERY DAY. You will get participation points, and just coming prepared will help!!

Rules:

1. Be respectful. This means, do not talk when your classmates or I am talking. Do NOT get up and sharpen your pencil or throw something away without asking. Do not make sarcastic or derogatory comments to ANY ONE for ANY REASON. Treat others as they would like to be treated.
2. Come prepared and on time. I covered this already!!
3. Leave the room as you found it. Put desks back, clean up your area, don’t leave garbage on the floor etc…
4. All school rules apply in here!! You know what they are, and this INCLUDES the cell phone / ipod rule! I will be MUCH more strict with that this year!!!! Don’t be surprised when I take them and turn them into the office even though I didn’t last year! Please don’t test this one!
Grading Policies.

Homework is worth 45% of your grade. Please make sure your name is on your assignments and that I can read them!!! You will get Spanish names, and it is fine if you use your Spanish name with your last initial on your assignments.
IF YOU ARE ABSENT, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO FIND OUT WHAT YOU MISSED!!!! ALSO, IF YOU WERE ABSENT ONE DAY, YOU HAVE ONE DAY TO MAKE IT UP, TWO DAYS, TWO DAYS TO MAKE IT UP AND SO ON. I cannot stress that enough! I will not remember if you were absent and find you to tell you what you missed. So, please, be responsible and ASK me what you missed when you get back to school. If you have some situation in which it is impossible for you to get your homework in on time, please, let me know, and I will try to work with you. If homework is late, you will receive half credit. If you’re having trouble with an assignment, please see me before class, and I will be happy to help you with it.

Tests are worth 45% of your grade as well. I am available before and after school. I have a 3rd period study hall and a 4th period prep. Please see me if you need extra help before test day. I give a practice test the day before a test to use as a study guide. It will also help you pinpoint areas you may need a little extra help, so you can ask questions. If you have any testing needs, please talk to me and I will do my best to accommodate!

Participation is the last 10%. You must be in class to get these points!!! If you come to class, are prepared, and participate in the activity or class discussion, you will get your points for that day.

If you have any questions, feel free to email me at [email protected] or call 879-4673 #300.