ENGLISH III
Mrs. Geimer
Welcome to English III. We are going to have an exciting year as we explore American Literature, write creative and persuasive essays, and continue to develop the communication skills that will be needed in college and in the work force.
COURSE OUTLINE – 1st Semester
Week One: Literary Elements Review
Week Two: Writers Workshop
Week Three: Methods of Persuasion
Week Four: Reading Nonfiction
Week Five: Reading Nonfiction
Week Six: Reading Nonfiction
Week Seven: The Crucible
Week Eight: The Crucible
Week Nine: The Crucible
Week Ten: The Crucible
Week Eleven: Writers Workshop
Week Twelve: Fahrenheit 451
Week Thirteen: Fahrenheit 451
Week Fourteen: Fahrenheit 451
Week Fifteen: Fahrenheit 451 / Poetry Out Loud
Week Sixteen: THANKSGIVING BREAK
Week Seventeen: Poetry
Week Eighteen: Poetry
Week Nineteen: FINALS
ASSESSMENT & GRADING SCALE
A students final grade in this course will be determined by the following percentages:
25% daily classwork/homework
75% summative assessments (tests, projects, essays)
The grading scale is as follows:
90% - 100% A
80% - 89% B
70% - 79% C
60% - 69% D
59% and below F
SUPPLIES FOR CLASS
- lined notebook paper
- a folder to save literature handouts and finished work
- a journal for daily writings
- black or blue pen
CLASS RULES
BE RESPECTFUL: Be courteous to your classmates and teacher.
BE READY: Be in your seat when the bell rings, ready to begin work.
BE RESPONSIBLE: Do your assignments on time and bring your supplies to class.
RESPECT = CORRECT!
PROCEDURES
- Bring the correct supplies/books to class every day.
- Have your journal and pen ready to write when the bell rings. Most days begin with a short “bell activity” you should quietly start as soon as you are seated. Check the board for instructions.
- Unless otherwise instructed, turn in your assignments to the white tray provided.
- It is important that you make it to class on time. See your student handbook for the policy on tardies. It will be enforced.
- Please attend to personal needs before you come to class. This includes restroom visits, locker visits, grooming, and drinks of water.
- If you are absent, check with the teacher and make up work promptly.
It is your responsibility to complete all required assignments even if you
have been on a field trip.
I am looking forward to a great year!
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Telephone: Windsor High School (636)464-4429
Voice Mail Extension: Geimer - 4522