English 3

Syllabus and Class Policy – Assignments are on Google Classroom

Mrs. Holland Tutoring: after school

Room #F129 Plan: 4A and 4B

Phone: 582-5901 extension 3112 Email:

Course Description

The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction and examination of the fundamentals and history of American Literature. Literature of various types and genres such as short stories, poetry and drama will be studied. We will examine the manner in which the events of the era that a piece was written and how, in turn, the literature impacted those with which it came in contact. Analytical reading, writing, and following directions (written and verbal) are keys to success.

If you do not read or refuse to read, you will not pass this class since reading American Literature is the purpose of the class. I do have some audios in place to help you. There will be a quiz over each reading. If you do not believe this class is the right fit for you, please check into Applied English III for practical English skills or English III – World Literature (where the purpose is to read world literature). You must complete homework. If you are in class, NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED unless you come in for after school tutoring.

Objectives

By the end of the course the student will be able to:

  • Be aware of different types and genres of American Literature
  • Be aware of the historical basis of many of America’s most well-known pieces of literature
  • Be aware of the manner in which much of the literature impacted the society in which and to which it was written, giving students a well-rounded cultural experience
  • Be aware of the manner in which literature has been used to effect social change in society

E3: Elements of Literature-Fifth Course

There will be a classroom set of books for to use during class time. Should you need to complete an assignment at home, the pages are scanned on my website and will be available in Google Classroom.

Novels : The Crucible, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, The Great Gatsby, Fahrenheit 451

Absences – My response to ALL types of absences is “Go to Google Classroom. ” (smile included)

You are responsible for getting your make-up work and scheduling time for extra help and make-up tests. If you are present when the assignment is made but absent the day it is due, it is your responsibility to turn it in immediately upon your return at the beginning of class. DO NOT ask me for your makeup work during class. I won’t even acknowledge you AND it will make me grumpy then you will think I don’t like you, which is not the case – just too much drama. Also, you must take make-up tests after school within one week of your absence.

If you are absent from class for extracurricular activities, you will need to talk with me before that absence to turn in any assignments and to obtain new assignments. These new assignments will need to be turned in to me at the beginning of the next class period.

Classroom Discipline

1.Be on time. Be Prepared. Be Polite. Be Positive! Timeliness, preparedness, and politeness are marks of educated citizens. Being positive makes life easier and much more enjoyable.If you abide by these few rules, you will do well in this class, and we will enjoy it together.

2.Have all materials (homework, paper, pen, class notes, and computer) when you come to class. There is no excuse for unpreparedness. You need an English Folder.

3.Follow the Golden Rule. Treat others the way you want to be treated. Rudeness and abruptness are not impressive traits to cultivate and will not be tolerated.

4.Participation is encouraged and expected. Your point of view is welcome, but remember to be

appropriate when expressing it. Intentional slurs or improper language will not be tolerated.

5.One exception for late work: The expectation is that ALL assignments will be completed and turned inon time. If students come to tutoring (afterschool or during advisory) that work can be turned in for full credit; otherwise, a zero will remain. I am here to help and want you to be successful.

6.This is your first warning. Per School Policy: Using, displaying or turning on any personal electronic device during the regular school day is not allowed, unless the use is part of the instructional program, required by a district-sponsored class or activity, or otherwise permitted by the classroom teacher or building principal.

First Offense: If the student’s phone/electronic device is seen, it will be confiscated (place it in blue holder) andthe student may retrieve it at the end of the class period.

Subsequent Offense: Principal/Student conference, teacher-directed detention, in-school suspension, or 1-10 days out-of-school suspension. Student’s electronic device will be confiscated for the remainder of the school day.

7.My desk: Please do not remove items from my desk. It is our goal to create a mutually respectful

classroom and my desk is my personal space and appears like a landfill, just as your book bag is your personal space. Supplies available for your use will be on the tables andcountertop, in the drawers, and on the metal bookcase.

8.Your table: Keep all bags, purses, etc. off tables. Only books and Chromebooks may be on the table.Keep your table clean. You may use classroom wipes to clean them.

9.Plagiarism: Loaning, borrowing, or copying someone else’s work is considered plagiarism

(cheating) and is never acceptable. All involved parties will receive zero credit and I

will notify both the office and your parents, even if it is reported by a substitute. See the

handbookfor school policy on academichonesty.

10.Guests: Anytime a guest visits the school or classroom, I expect all students to be mannerly,

polite, helpful, and obey all school and classroom rules, especially when I am absent. If a

student should cause any problem, I will write an immediate office referral. A substitute teacher

isdefinitely a guest!

11.Food and drink: I don’t mind food or drink in the classroom, but keep a lid on your drinks and throw your trash away. Snacks have never been a problem in my classroom, but if they become a distraction (rattling bags, crunching, etc., or I have to pick up your trash), the class will not be allowed to continue the privilege.

12.COMPUTER POLICY: computers will be used often, so bring them EVERY day.

However, I expect you to follow my directions regarding the devices. Keep them shut unless you are told to open them.

a. Consequence for first misbehavior: Warning and loss of computer privileges for the day

b. Consequence for second and further misbehaviors: Office visit and parent email and/or a

phone call. Our computers are monitored and the search and page history are kept.

13.Google Drive: You must create a folder, label it – Block Last Name, First Name

– ex. 1A Smith, John

14.Google Classroom and NoRedInk: You must enter classroom code (provided) or

I will not be able to give you a grade if I cannot find your assignment.

15.With technology: e-mail, Google Classroom, Remind, Google Drive, my website, etc., there is no excuse for not knowing about an assignment. Checking these regularly will help you stay caught up.

The Consequences

Most of the time, a phone call home and a conference are all that is needed to solve minor discipline problems. Of course, violations of school policy must be reported immediately; know the rules and follow them.

Life is made from the choices we make. Kindness and a smile go a long way. 