Teacher Names: Mrs. Arvizu

English Department

Room: LA 34

Phone Number: (602) 764-6500 ext.61034

ENGLISH 5-6 4205000-4206000

Literature of the Americas

.5 credit each semester

Grade Level11

Course Description:

English 5-6 continues the study of structural elements of fiction and nonfiction through the analysis of literary periods and their subsequent social values. The literature of the United States and the Americas is emphasized. The six traits of writing are refined in the context of analytical and persuasive writing. Students engage in self-evaluation and respond to audience feedback on their speaking and listening skills. Media forms are examined for their impact on all aspects of society.

Materials and Supplies:

Our two textbooks are the Write Source: Skills Book and the McDougal LittellAmerican Literature book. Students will need a 3-ring binder and a folder, which they are expected to bring to class every day. Come prepared with your pen/pencil, highlighter and college ruled lined paper. A 3-ring binder pouch is useful to store pens, pencils and highlighters.

Attendance:

North High believes that for students to pass the AIMs and to graduate that “all students must be on time and attend all of their classes.” North High Students who have been absent more than 10% of the class periods in one subject (12 or more absences) are at risk of not passing the class according to District Attendance Policy and “Teacher’s Plan for Student Success” and will be placed on “Attendance Academic Probation.” Parents and students are responsible for contacting the school regarding placement on “Attendance Academic Probation” in order to develop a plan with Administration and the teacher to avoid failing the class. North High will provide attendance interventions and notification letters regarding student’s attendance.

Tardy Policy:

All students are expected to be in the classroom when the tardy bell rings and in accordance with the teacher’s Plan for Student Success. Students who are not in class by the tardy bell are subject to attend detention.

Grading Scale:

100 – 90%:A: Superior

89 – 80%:B: Above Average

79 – 70%:C: Average

69 – 60%:D: Below Average

Below 60%:F: Failing

Grading System

Students will be assessed on all classroom activities and assignments.The teacher will follow any accommodations and modifications as included per IEP and 504 Plans. Grades will be determined on the following grading and weight scales.
Semester Grading Scale (18 weeks):
90%1st Quarter/Term & 2nd Quarter/Term (combined)
10%Final Exam (5% Reading Exam, 5% Writing Exam)
Semester Grading Scale (based on 90% of semester grade):
- In Class work (Class Work/Participation/Bell Work):25 %
- Minor Assignments (Reading Logs/Homework/Early Drafts):25 %
-Major Assignments (Essays/major projects):40%
-Structured Assessments(Quizzes and Tests):10%

Make-Up / Late Work Policy

Many assignments take several days or weeks to complete. Budget your time wisely! All work is due on the date assigned, and late work will cause your grade to lose 10% per day until it is handed in. Students with EXCUSED absences may get extension corresponding to the number of absences. No missing or late work will be accepted one week prior to the end of a grading period! If a student needs additional support, the teacher will utilize KKIS time (time outside of instructional period) to support students and their families.

Tutoring Times

Tutoring is offered Monday through Friday from 2:45 PM until 3:30 PM with the teacher. The teacher is also available most lunch hours (4th period lunch), however, please check with teacher beforehand. Students are expected to attend tutoring until they are passing the class. In addition, the library/computer lab is open every day from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM for students needing to complete homework.

Title I Program:Academic tutoring and test preparation is available to all students. Additional support for passing classes and graduating on time is the intent of these services. Support through Title I funding is available in the areas of: Math, Reading and English. If interested, please contact the Principal, Mr. Juan Aldo Nunez, or Assistant Principal for Instruction, Mr. Melville E. McKay, for additional information at 602–764-6511 and 602-764-6539 respectively.

CLASSROOM POLICIES:
1.Students will be prepared to begin class when the bell rings.

2.Students will wear appropriate clothing and an ID badge.

3.Students will not bring food or drink into the classroom. (Bottled water only, no

sports drinks, tea, soda etc.). All meals and snacks must be eaten before student

enters the classroom.
4.Students will remove hats when entering the building.
5.Students will not use nor have visible electronic devices. Electronics violations will

result in the confiscation of the device and delivery to the dean of discipline on the

2nd incident.
6.No makeup or grooming devices will be permitted.

7.Students will show respect toward other students, property, the teacher, and

substitute teachers. This also includes talking out of turn and using appropriate

languagewhile in school.

DICIPLINE
1st offense – Warning from teacher/staff member. Reminder of school

rules

2nd offense – Warning from teacher/staff member (teacher will also speak to student

individually). Reminder of schoolrules
3rd offense – Call home and/or conference with parent.

Exception: Electronic violations will result in the confiscation of the device and delivery to the security office of the Dean of Students. PARENTS/GUARDIANS will be responsible for picking up the device.
The teacher will uphold the school policies and procedures as stated in the student hand book and as approved by the governing board.
Please read, sign and return to your teacher no later than Friday, August 9th.

PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE
The Plan for Student Success explains the emphasis and outcomes of the course, the grading policy, the attendance policy (no more than 12 per semester), the tardy policy, the opportunity to receive additional help or to make-up tests or homework during tutoring hours (KKIS), the daily required materials (folder, binder, and pen/pencil, highlighter), and the classroom rules.
TO THE STUDENT:
I have read and understand the English 5-6 Plan for Student Success for the 2013-2014 school year.
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Printed Student Name
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Student SignatureDate
TO THE PARENTS:
What is the easiest number to contact you?______
When is the best time to try to reach you? Mornings Afternoons Evenings
I have read and understand the English 5-6 Plan for Student Success for the 2013-2014 school year.
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Printed Parent Name
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Parent/Guardian Signature: Date
Please read, sign and return to your teacher no later than Friday, August 9th.