Herzlich Wilkommen in Deutsch!
Carolyn Sandstrom, German Instructor
Email:
Blog: blog.weber.k12.ut.us/casandstrom
Google Voice: 801-784-8891 Cell Phone: 801-920-3925
I am at Wahlquist from 9:00 to 10:30 and at Fremont in the afternoon (Periods 4, 7 and 8). Text or email me if you have an urgent need or question.
You will need:
· A three ring binder, dividers, and paper.
· A good writing utensil—black or blue ink
· Internet Access
Assigned Activities: World Language Fair
March 19th, Thursday, 5:00 to 7:30 pm, Roy High School
All students are required to attend and participate in the Weber School District World Language Fair. If you are unable to participate you will be given an alternative project.
Homework
· Google voice assignments ( 801-784-8891) regularly.
· Cultural assignment each quarter (outside of class).
· Online homework. (Studyblue, Quia)
· Practice sheets may need to be signed by a parent/guardian/peer. Projects may be assigned from time to time.
Late Work
· You have one week to make up missing assignments.
· Points will be deducted for being late.
· Absolutely no late work will be accepted the last week of the term.
Grading:
94-100 % A
90-93.9% A-
87-89.9 B+
84-86.9% B
80-83.9% B-
77-79.9 C+
74-76.9% C
70-73.9% C-
65-69.9 D+
60-64.9% D
55-59.9% D-
<55% F
Points will be given each day for participation in class, including attempting to use German in the classroom. You will be assessed in listening comprehension, speaking ability, reading and comprehension, writing, and cultural understanding. Progress will be measured through tests (both written and verbal), quizzes, presentations, assignments, and projects. Some assessments will be formal and some informal. Grades can be viewed at www.wsdinfo.net (“The Portal”). Nearly everything we do is posted on the blog if you miss class.
Citizenship
Citizenship is a reflection of your willingness to follow the above policies and your attitude toward your instructor, your peers, and your school. Your willingness to speak German (not your ability to speak) is part of your citizenship. This is a German class!
· H (Honor) Exemplary behavior above and beyond the call of duty. Spoke German.
· S (Satisfactory) Students who do what is required of them—follow the rules and
“do their duty”. Mostly spoke German.
· N (Needs Improvement) Students who establish patterns of misbehavior, are tardy,
often unprepared. Students who have to be continually reminded to speak German.
· U (Unsatisfactory) Students who continue to have inappropriate behavior or crude
language will be given a U. If you refuse to use German, sneak in music to tune us out, and use a cell phone/ipad at inappropriate times you will receive a U.
Class Goals and Methodology
Frau Sandstrom is committed to help you learn German by:
· Using German during class time
· Preparing relevant, meaningful lessons that focus on language proficiency
· Creating a positive learning environment that includes a variety of methods and mediums
· Being available for parent/student questions and concerns
Student Agreements/Expectations
· Treat all peers and instructor respectfully and politely
· Come prepared with a notebook, marker, and writing utensil.
· Participate in all class activities. Avoid behaviors that distract the teacher or other students
· Be in your assigned seat when the tardy bell rings.
· Follow directions the first time they are given.
· Follow the dress code, including no hat.
Policies: Attendance, Dress code, Cell Phones
· The school attendance policy will be strictly enforced (Midriffs , no hats, shorts to be the length of your arm, and sleeves to cover the cap of your shoulder, underwear out of sight--see student handbook)
· Cell phones/mobile devices will be used from time to time in class. I will hang up the cell phone card when cell phones/MDs are in use. Please ONLY use them for what we are doing. No texting, games, etc. Violations: cell phone/MD will be taken and given to the administration.
Media
I use anything and everything that I can get my hands on to help you learn German including:
· Music
· Movies
· Snips of interviews
· Commercials
· Slides/Pictures
Seldom do I use a whole movie, but rather choose odd scenes and snips for their use of language or culture. Students may also bring things to share with the class (music, etc.), but it must be clean—nothing illegal, immoral or obscene.
Odds and Ends
· I retain the right to MAKE EXCEPTIONS to these policies on a per need basis.
· Only quality work will be accepted, I do not accept unfinished assignments.
· Extra credit will be offered every quarter.
Donations Needed (extra credit)
· German newspapers, magazines and books
· Bags of candy for rewards
· Guest speakers who speak German
· Kleenex
· Ties
· Game pieces from scrap games (monopoly, etc)
Exciting Things Happening in German This Year
· Hof Wintercarnival 16th January 2015 (sing, dance, experience German culture) B Day
· World Language Fair March 19, 2015 Roy High School
· BYU Language Fair Apr 16, 2015 (Thursday)
· German Camp July 13-17 2015 Environmental Center
I hope we have an awesome year. Deutsch Rocks! German class should be fun, challenging and very rewarding! Parents are always welcome in class or at activities. If you have any skills that you would like to lend in the classroom, we can always use you!
Host a German Student in October 2015
We will be hosting students from Einbeck, Germany at Fremont High in the fall of 2015 (around the 5th of October). Plan ahead now to have one of these kids stay with your family and get to know Germany up close and personal!