Standards & Expectations
Mrs. Thompson- English 10-4
Phone: 867-6974 E-mail:
Course Overview: Welcome to our English classroom! I am very excited to continue this journey with you as we all build on what we learned in 10.3. I have some very high expectations for what we will accomplish, and I am excited to have YOU in my classroom. The goal of this trimester will be not only to enhance your knowledge in English writing, literature, vocabulary, and grammar, but also to enhance your skills that will be on the End of Course Assessment test (ECA) given at the end of English 10-4. Each one of you has the ability to succeed, yet in order for us to reach our goals; you will need to bring the materials requested of you, abide by all class & school rules, and come willing to learn.
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Major Units:
Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare— We will review dramatic and literary terms, strengthen your ability to understand and use rhetorical devices, write various short essays, assignments, and a research based paper.
In Harm’s Way by Doug Stanton—With this nonfiction book about the USS Indianapolis we will focus on the historical context of the book while we read, review style and literary devices, & write various journals and essays
Grammar—Punctuation, Subject/Verb Agreement, Active vs. Passive Voice; SAT questions
Vocabulary—Continue to work with roots
Timed Writing—We will have at least TWO timed writing days where you will practice writing a 5 paragraph essay in 55 minutes.
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Communication:E-mail is the most effective way to begin communication –
Expectations & Policies: (All WHS student handbook rules & policies will be followed in this class.)
Classroom Goal: To create a community of life-long learners who support the emotional, physical, and mental growth of one another and understand the value of learning.
Class Rules:
- Be on time—Make an effort to be prompt because in the real world lateness is not acceptable.
- Be Prepared—Come in with all of your materials, an open mind, and be ready to engage your brain. Follow instructions (written and verbal).
- be respectful—This is a universal rule in life and an essential survival skill for this class. Remember that other people are entitled to their opinions and lifestyles, and they should not be ridiculed for the way they live. Never dehumanizeanother human… it is not our job. Therefore, RESPECT your classmates, me, and - most important - yourself.
- be COMPASSIONATE and aware—This means use your head. Be aware of your surroundings and of every choice that you make. Treat others how you would like to be treated, bottom line. As we share our writing and speeches it is my expectation that students feel comfortable to be themselves and share their personality & values.
- KNOW YOURSELF AS A LEARNER—Track your learning and take responsibility for it. Figure out the strategies in class that help you excel as a learner and use those over and over again. Take pride in your work.
Period 6: Tuesday through Thursday, I will be available from 2:25 until 2:55 to help students. Please take advantage of this time!
Daily Materials:
- Writing Utensils
- Literature Book (Language of Literature)
- Loose leaf paper (kept in binder)
- Binder Containing:
- Grammar
- Vocabulary/Roots
- Writing
- Julius Caesar
- In Harm’s Way
Grading Policy & Scales: You will earn your grade in English! Points are earned through, writing, tests, quizzes, essays, projects, homework, and speeches. Your grades will reflect your learning!
* Grading Scale
93 - 100 A87-89 B+82-80 B-73-76 C65-69 D
90-92 A-83-86 B77-79 C+70-72 C-64 & below F
What If You Miss My Class? YOU are responsible for finding out what you missed. Follow these steps…
1.Email ME: Send me an email
2.Check the Make-up work folder: When you get back, check the Make-up work bin in accordance with the day you were gone for handouts with YOUR NAME written on them!
Late Work:
All assignments are due at the beginning of class. I only accept late work on major assignments. You cannot turn anything in that we have already reviewed and passed back in class. All Summative Assignments will be accepted late; however, each day your assignment is late, you will be docked 10% points. Anything due to turnitin.com is considered late if not turned in at the proper time (even if you bring a hard copy into school the next day). If you have an extreme circumstance, do your best to communicate with me via e-mail prior to the due date.
Enroll in turnitin.com— You will turn in papers and assignments here. (Avoid Plagiarism!)
- Go to
- Login with the email and password you set up last Trimester.
- Click on “Student”
- Enter your class enrollment code and password
Period 1: Class ID: 9604497Password: cows
Period 3: Class ID: 9604503Password: cows
Period 4: Class ID: 9604509Password: cows
Period 5: Class ID: 9604516Password: cows
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Homework:
#1: Goals Exercise: Write down three goals you have for yourself this trimester (make at least one English related). As you start a new trimester, I want you to come up with 3 goals for yourself: one should be ENGLISH related, and the other two may be either academic or personal goals.
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#2: Turnitin.com: After you’ve thought about your three goals, login to turnitin.com with the appropriate class ID and submit your goals. You can create a word document or type directly on the turnitin page.
Period 1: Class ID: 9604497Password: cows
Period 3: Class ID: 9604503Password: cows
Period 4: Class ID: 9604509Password: cows
Period 5: Class ID: 9604516Password: cows
#3: Parent Signature: Have your parent/guardian sign below indicating that he/she has read these expectations and the personal goals you have set for yourself, as well as helped you gain access into the proper turnitin.com class.
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(Parent Signature / Date)(Student Signature / Date)
Student Name Printed:______