Professoressa Russo

Italian I

2015-2016

Ciao e benvenuti alla classe della Professoressa Russo!

Libro di testo:(textbook)Progetto Italiano Junior 1

Materiali da portare ogni giorno:(materials)to be brought EVERDAY to class

 A blue/black pen or pencil

3 ring binder with the following sections:

  1. Fate adesso! [Do Now]
  2. Appunti [Notes]
  3. Compiti [Homework]
  4. Esercizi [Exercises]

Folder

Textbook

Criteri di valutazione(grading):

Compiti (HW):Daily homework postings will be listed on my website by 3:00 PM. All assigned homework will be checked at the beginning of the period. There will be various collected homework assignments per marking period. Note that these collected HW assignments may or may not be announced. Homework must be completed ON TIME for full credit. Late or incomplete homework WILL NOTbe accepted.

Lavoro fatto in classe(Classwork): Upon entering class, complete the “Fate Adesso”. There will always be a short assignment (Do Now) to complete upon arrival. Failure to do so will result in loss of points in your classworkgrade. These assignments will count as a quiz grade and will be collected after the allotted time is up.

Partecipazione (participation): Your participation and preparedness in this class is key!  You have the opportunity to earna total of 6 participation points every 3 weeks. You will be responsible for bringing your tablet every day, CHARGED and ready for class.

Valutazioni (Esami/Presentazioni/Temi):[Exams/Presentations/Prompts] Can be written or oral. These assessments will be a cumulative review of the material presented in class. You will be assessed in the following categories:

Per esempio…

Interpretive mode: Reading a short passage and summarizing the main points or listening to a song and predicting what the singer’s intentions were while writing it.

Interpersonal mode: Having a conversation in Italian or writing emails back and forth with a friend. “Two-way” communication.

Presentational mode: Giving a speech in Italian or presenting a cultural based piece or ad for a target audience.

Lavoro mandato via email (emailed work): In the event that you need to email me work, please use your school account, not your personal account. If you are unable to print or access an assignment you must email Prof.ssa Russo the night before! (failure to do so will result in loss of points)

Your marking period grade will be determined by:

Total points earned

Total possible points

Codice etico (integrità): (cheating)

Is UNACCEPTABLE on any type of assignment OR assessment.

A zero will be given and the incident will be treated in accordance with the policy in the Student Handbook.

Cheating includes talking during a test/quiz, looking at someone’s paper during a test/quiz, copying homework or using an online translator.

L’uso dei dizionionari/traduttori online:

(Use of dictionaries/online translators)

Online translators are not permitted! This will result in a 0 for the assignment. Google Translate is NOT your friend! You may use as a reference for an online dictionary if you do not have an Italian dictionary at home.

Assenze + Puntualità:(Absences & Tardies)

After 8 unexcused absences from the class you will lose credit.

Three unexcused tardies results in an unexcused absence.

Cutting class will result in disciplinary referral; affecting academic standing.

Per lavoro mancato:(Missed work)

In the event of an absence, you will have ONE WEEK to make up any missed work. After a week, the missing grade stays a 0.

It is your responsibility to find out what you missed when you were absent; this includes checking your grades online through Genesis. Please ask me before class begins or at the end of class, NOT during class!

Missed work not made up in a timely fashion will become a zero. A zero will be put in the gradebook until the test/quiz/assignment has been made up. Missed work includes everything we do in class AND homework.

Cell Phone/Tablet Policy:

Cell phones are to be left in your locker unless instructed otherwise. We will be using the school tablets as our primary source of technology. Any audio/video recording without my permission will be subject to the consequences in the Manasquan BOE policy #5516.

Please make sure that you bring your tablet EVERYDAY and that it is fully charged! 

**Nota bene: Points will be deducted from your grade if your tablet battery dies OR if you do not bring it to class [this will affect your grade with class activities]. Deduction will vary depending on assignment point value.

Le regole della classe(Classroom rules):

  1. Show respect to your fellow classmates, teacher and everything in the classroom.
  2. Arrive to class on time with all required materials. As soon as the bell rings you must begin your “Fate adesso” (Do Now) and have your homework ready to be checked.
  3. Participate actively in class activities; Raise your hand when asking OR answering a question, please do not call out!
  4. Put forth your best effort at all times, remember we are all here to work together and learn! 
  5. Inappropriate language/behavior will not be tolerated!
  6. NO Food or drinks (except bottled water)
  1. Please leave earbuds/headphones in your locker.
  1. The use of cellphones/smartphones, mp3 players, and other electronic devices that DO NOT pertain to the lesson is prohibited.
  1. Mantieni la calma e parla in italiano!(Keep calm and speak Italian!) You will be evaluated on your speaking skills through participation and daily activities.

**As the semester progresses, please be aware that certain policies might change. We will discuss any changes in class.

Le conseguenze(Consequences):

***FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES WILL RESULT IN DISCIPLINARY ACTION.***

Warning (Stay after class, parents/guardian will be contacted).

Teacher detention (before/after school/during lunch).

A referral slip will be written up and handed in to the office of the vice principal.

Contacting Professoressa Russo

Remember that I am here to help you succeed in class and have a wonderful experience learning Italian! 

  • I will be available in room ______before school for extra help.
  • I am available Tuesday and Thursdayafter school and other days upon request.
  • If you have a question or need assistance in regards to a particular assignment you can contact me via email:

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Ciao a tutti! I’m looking forward to a successful and productive year with your child this semester! It is extremely important that you read over the enclosed information with your child.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me at or

(732) 528-8820 ext. 1687

Please sign this form to indicate your compliance with the stated rules and regulations of the class. Students,please keep the remaining portion in your binder.

Sincerely,

Rosa Russo

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Please complete and return this portion by Thursday, January 28th 2016.

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Student signatureParent/Guardian signature

Parent/Guardian Name: ______

Parent signature: ______

Daytime phone number: ______

Preferred e-mail address of parent/guardian: ______