A NOTE TO PARENTS
It hardly seems possible, but the fall semester 2008 is just around the corner. As we anticipate the up-coming school year, I want to share several thoughts with you as the parent/guardian of students enrolled in the classes I will be teaching. On this page, you will find listed the supplies needed for tenth graders registered in English II-B and Seniors enrolled in Honors British Literature, a college prep course. On the front of my web page, you will find links to the syllabus for the respective classes. By clicking on these links, you will discover course outcomes, a grading distribution chart, course requirements, classroom rules and other relevant information.

For English II-B students, this is a crucial year of preparation for taking the High School Academic Proficiency (HSAP) Test. In order to earn a high school diploma, students must pass this federally mandated test, a requirement of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act..  I cannot stress enough the importance of maintaining good attendance in order to master the skills and information necessary for passing this test. Please encourage your student to be in school and on time to class each day.

Likewise, students in British Literature are reminded that this is a college preparatory honors course. Students will be required to write four to six college style papers which count twenty-five (25%) of their grade. Course material is presented primarily in lecture format and students must be able to take good notes in order to keep pace with the amount of material covered during the year.

Communication is the key to a successful relationship between teachers, students, and parents/guardians. Please do not hesitate to contact me by phone or e-mail should you have a question or concern. It is my promise to you that I will do my best to assist you in preparing your child for life. Thank you for entrusting me with your most prized blessing!

 

Supplies List

 

British Literature

3” vinyl or plastic three ring binder with filler paper

4" X 6" lined white index cards

Computer flash drive

 

Soph. English II-B

3” vinyl or plastic three ring binder with filler paper

4" X 6" lined white index cards

Pack of multi-colored highlighters

Computer flash drive

A box of facial tissues

Class Rules

 

·      Enter and leave the classroom orderly and quietly.

 

·      Be in your seat and working on the daily assignment when the tardy bell rings.

 

·      Have homework assignments prepared to turn in at the beginning of class.

 

·      NO gum, candy or food is permitted.

 

·      Ask permission before using classroom supplies or equipment.

 

·      Bring a book to read to class everyday.

 

·      Be courteous of everyone.  Use good manners. Disrespect for the instructor or peers will not be tolerated.

 

·      Sleeping or doing work for other classes is unacceptable.

 

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