Class+Syllabus

__**Spanish Class Syllabus 2012-2013**__ Mrs. Haydar website: __www.spanishspeakersclass.wikispaces.com__ e-mail: bhaydar@somersetprep.com School Phone #:954-718 5065

Welcome students to the Spanish class. This year we will have a lot of activities to learn the Spanish language and to explore the Hispanic culture. I look forward to have a great year with all of you. __**Course Description**__ This class was designed to provide basic fundamentals in Spanish encouraging students to start talking. Students will learn beginning skills in listening, speaking, and basic skills in reading and writing. In order to develop language skills, students will use flash cards, real objects, music, pictures, and hands on projects during the different lessons of the program. Students will have the opportunity to practice the language and to get cultural awareness. They will participate during the class to build confidence toward the new language. The teacher will make emphasis on the Hispanic culture to enrich students' knowledge and to foster tolerance. __**Basic Class Format**__ The first segment of the class is going to be used to present the new materials using manipulative charts, cards, books, and objects depending on the topic. In some lessons the teacher will use different things to introduce new vocabulary, and TPR activities.(Total Physical Response) During the second part of the class students will participate actively applying the new concepts with immediate feedback. The last part of the class students will do a short activity to reinforce the concepts already taught. Using different activities during the class, and differentiating instruction, will cover all the students' needs. Students will work individually, with a peer and in groups on written and oral projects to practice the new language. __**Classroom Expectations**__ Learning a new language requires interest, attention, time and dedication. Students are expected to try their best and to have a positive attitude toward the class. __**Recommended Supplies:**__ 1 folder 1 lined notebook loose lined paper pen and pencil __**Grading**__ Students will be assessed by the following ways: teacher made tests, class assignments, oral presentations, conversations, group projects, and class participation. __**Classroom Management Procedures**__ The teacher will give an attention signal and the class will be in silence to start the lesson. There is a copy of rules and procedures in a visible part of the classroom. 1.Be on time
 * The curriculum is aligned to the 2011 Florida Next generation World Languages Standards.

2. Be prepared

3. Be respectful

4. Follow directions

5. No food or drink

__**Consequences:**__

Verbal (warning)- seat change

Detention

Referral /Parent Contact __**Positive Consequences:**__ Free time to listen Latin music Movies in the classroom/ classroom party Special projects. __**Entering the Classroom:**__ Students enter the classroom quietly and sit down. They can sharpen pencils if necessary. When the bell rings student should start working on the bell ringer that is on the board. __**Seating:**__ The room will be prearranged so students will be able to see the teacher while he/she presents the information. There will be permanent seating chart. This could change for disciplinary reasons. __**Attendance:**__ The teacher will take attendance when the bell rings. Students should be seating and working quietly on the bell ringer. __**When a Student is Absent:**__ If a student is absent it is his/her responsibility to get the missed work from the teacher. The teacher will not be responsible for tracking the missing assignments. That is student’s responsibility. __**Tardies:**__ We will follow school's policy for tardies. Five tardies will result in a referral. __**Asking Questions:**__ Student has to raise his/her hand and wait to ask a question. __**Restrooms:**__ Student has to raise his/her hand to ask for permission. __**Heading on papers:**__ Name, Date, Period # in right corner. Assignment name on the first blue line of the paper (left). __**Dress Code Violation:**__ Detention __**Turning in work:**__There is a container label “Class Work” to place the work. __**Transitions:**__The teacher will give students a signal to move to the next activity quickly. Students don't leave the work area without permission. __**Leaving the classroom/ Dismissal:**__Students will not leave the classroom without permission. When the bell rings students have to wait for the teacher to dismiss the class. Garbage will be thrown in the trash can after the class is dismissed. __**Students with special needs and ELL:**__Accommodation will be made as per their IEP. __**Parents:**__ Communication between the school and you is a very important factor in helping your child to succeed. If you have questions about the class or if you need a conference with me, feel free to call me at the school or contact me by e-mail: __bhaydar@somersetprep.com__

__Please review the Spanish class syllabus 2012-2013 with your child and sign to acknowledge that you have read and understood the information, and return it to Mrs. Haydar on August 23__ __rd__ __2012.__

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