Mr. Fox, Rm.405Syllabus, Summer 2005
Welcome to Summer School English. I hope we can accomplish many things with our short time together. We will be focusing on basic skills such as vocabulary acquisition and grammar rules in creative ways. Also, we will spend a significant amount of time reading and writing independently. Additionally, we will focus on texts as a class exploring themes around the transition to adulthood explored in Stephen King’s novella, The Body.
TEXTS
The Body (featured in the book Different Seasons) by Stephen King
…we will also watch “Stand by Me” based on the book and is part of the San Dieguito curriculum
BE PREPARED – bring your gear every day
Binder or spiral bound notebook with dividers
Sustained Silent Reading Book
Pencils, pens, etc.
SCHOOL RULES ARE MY RULES
Students will not receive credit for the class if:
- they are absent for more than six hours
- have more than three tardies (tardies will be assessed at the bell if students are not in their assigned seat and engaged in Bellwork which will be posted on the board)
No food, gum, or drink in class. No grooming either (Mr. Fox will tell you if you need to gussy up).
LISTEN to others – listening silently is not just a virtue, it is an educational standard.
Follow directions the first time. If you have problems with my directions, we can discuss them after class.
Please note: LIFE IS NOT ALWAYS FAIR – MY DECISIONS MAY NOT SEEM FAIR - STILL, FOLLOW DIRECTIONS – WE CAN DISCUSS THE FAIRNESS LATER
Students can expect the following consequences if they violate school or class rules:
a)a reminder of the rule (that does not mean they are entitled to a warning every day)
b)a call home
c)a visit to the office (office staff will determine consequences – students can expect to be dismissed at the first offence)
GRADING
Reading30% (read silently every day, complete a 350 page book, share a book report with the class, etc.)Classwork - Vocab/Grammar/Journals30% (I will periodically to a notebook check)
Class Projects30% (essays, homework, etc.)
Citizenship10% (following directions the first time, being on time, helping in class)
CONTACT INFO: - school ph# (858) 755-0125 ask for Rm405 (call ½ hr. before/after class)
CHECK HOMEWORK @ - (Parents! Please don’t ask your child if they’ve done their homework! They’ll say, ‘Yea…” Ask to see the assignments you find at this website! If you lose the address, I’ll have a link at my website at the official CanyonCrestAcademy site. Updated every p.m.)
PARENTS!!! Please write me any notes you would like on the back of this form. I would be happy to meet with you in person, email, or talk on the phone. Please sign at the bottom and have your child return the form tomorrow. Thank you and have a great summer!!!
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