Welcome to Ms. Kaiser’s

English ClassEnglish I and II

Room 159Class Discussion on Procedures, Rules, & Grading

Fall 2013

ACTIVITY: PORTFOLIO FOLDER On tab: Last Name, First Name, Class Period,

ID Number On the front of your folder:

Answer the 4 questions on each corner How long have you lived in El Paso? What’s your favorite thing to do during your free time? How many people do you live with? What’s something interesting about you?

Decorate

Kaiser, Michelle Period 2123543

El Paso: 25 years

I live with one person.

Favorite thing to do:

Something interesting about me:

I am the oldest of five children in my family.

CORNELL NOTES In this class we will be taking Cornell

style notes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSt4MZzCrLo

Cornell Notes

Summarize your notes in a short paragraph. Do this for homework the night after the notes are taken in class.

Summary

QuestionsQuestions about the material that you think will be on a test.

Questions you have about the material.

Write these after class notes are completed.

Topic/Title

Full NameMs. KaiserEnglish I/ II – PeriodDate – Day Month Year

Class Notes

Notes you take during the lecture, reading, or other activity.

Use concise wordingand make sure to get all of the most important information.

Leave space between topics.

“What are we going to talk about?”

We will be talking about the following classroom issues:The rules of the classroomThe procedures of the classroomThe grading system

Rules: “What are the rules of the classroom?” Be polite, considerate and respectful. Be prepared to work every day; materially,

physically and mentally. Be an active participant in YOUR

education. Have something to read with you at ALL

TIMES. Use of electronics, including cell phones,

iPods, and tablet devices, in class is prohibited.

Be aware of and follow all other school and district rules as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct and the Student Handbook.

Student Info SheetName, nickname, and birthdayParent/guardian name(s) and relationshipCan they speak English?Phone number(s)Email(s)Home addressWhat is your greatest academic strength? What is your greatest academic weakness?What would you like me to know about you?

Student Info SheetJoseph Smith (Joe): November 10, 1997

Jean Smith (grandmother) : Yes John Smith (grandfather): No (German)

Jean: 915-555-5555 John: 915-555-5556

Jean: smithgirl@yahoo.com John: smithboy@elp.rr.com

Me: joseph@episd.org

Jean/Me: 1492 Fake Ave. (79912) Bill: 1999 Facsimile Dr. (79903)

Greatest strength: Reading and writing Greatest Weakness: Math

I was raised by my grandparents. They divorced when I was 14; I live with my grandma.

Rules: “What if I choose to break a rule?”

First time: Verbal warning; the incident may be recorded

• Second time: 10 minutes of lunch detention; the incident will be recorded. (Possible parent/guardian contact.)

• Third time: 20 minutes of lunch detention; the incident will be recorded; your parent(s)/guardian(s) will be notified.

• Your parents will receive sporadic news of how you are doing in the class.

“What do you mean recorded?”

By recording incidents, you are able to:Use problem-solving skills

(“What’s causing the problem?”)Take responsibility (“What plan will

you use to solve the problem?”)Achieve self-discipline (carrying

through with your responsibility)

“What if we break a rule more than three times?”

The incident will be recorded for each rule you break.

If you break a rule more than three times:There will be no more warnings.Automatically 20 minutes of

detention.Possible parent/teacher conference.Possible contact with an

administrator (Mr. Mitchell).

Please remember that I also follow the Student Code of Conduct written in the Student Handbook when it comes to topics such as: tardiness and absencesdress and grooming the morning pledgeelectronic devices (phones, audio players,

games, etc.)plagiarism release of students from schooldisruptions, including bullying, the

interference of movement/activities/vehicles, use of force, violence, or threats

“WHAT ARE THE OTHER DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS THAT YOU HAVE?”

Rewards If there are no rules

broken during a full 9-weeks period, there will be a special day for that class.

“What are the procedures in this classroom?”

We will talk about the way things are accomplished in this class:CommunicationClass workHomeworkWritingsAbsences

PROCEDURES: “WHAT DO I DO WHEN I ENTER THE CLASSROOM?”

Please refer to the chalkboard and/or screen.

Record daily events/assignments.

Begin assignments, if possible.

Turn in any due assignments.

Procedures: “Where do I find the assignments?”

The agenda and bell ringer will be on the board.

I may explain

tasks/assignments verbally.

Procedures: “What are the materials that I need for this class?”

Literature book Pens/Pencils Lined paper 1 in. 3-ring binder 5 tab dividers (for the binder) Highlighter Colored pencils Post-it notes

Victor Hugo

Ms. Kaiser

English I

24 August 2009

All About Me!

My name is Victor Hugo and I am nervous about this school year. I just moved to

El Paso six months ago so I don’t really know anyone here except for my cousins. I am

living with my uncle because the rest of my family lives in California. I want to move back to California

after I graduate, but I can’t go back now because my mom just passed away from cancer. I haven’t

really hung out with my uncle that much either, so it’s kind of weird and I miss not being home and

stuff.

I kinda like English…it’s fun to read things that I enjoy…like cars, offroading,

jetskiing and stuff like that, but I have a hard time understanding some words if I’m

reading something that I don’t really know about. On my spare time, I usually like to

go offroading in my truck, go to the movies, or whatever comes up. I hate crowds, though, so I don’t

like to go to places where there’s a lot of people.

PROCEDURES: INFORMAL PAPER EXAMPLE

Full NameMs. KaiserEnglish I/ II – PeriodDate – Day Month Year

Proper Heading for ALL Papers

Full Name Ms. KaiserEnglish I/II – Period Date – Day Month Year

AUTOBIOGRAPHY: ALL ABOUT ME

Prompt: Write an essay that gives insight of who you are as a person.

You need a sheet of paper.Brainstorm on the front of the paper.

List two important/essential things about yourself. Write a sentence explaining why these things are

important and what we can learn about you.Write your essay on the back of the paper.

Your heading follows MLA format. Your title is centered on the first line of your paper. Indent when you start. (Create a new paragraph each

time you talk about a different topic.) Prove your intellect.

PROCEDURES: “WHERE DO I PLACE MY ASSIGNMENTS?”

Writing assignments may be asked to be placed directly into your portfolio.

For other assignments, place them in the tray for your class period.

For larger projects, follow my directions.

PROCEDURES: “WHERE DO I PUT MY GRADED ASSIGNMENTS?”

You will have a 3-ring binder with the following sections:

1. Rules/Rubrics2. Agendas3. Journals/ Bell Ringers4. Notes/ Vocabulary5. Graded Papers

• You must keep EVERYTHING for documentation and portfolio purposes.

Procedures: “What do I do at the dismissal of class?”

•The bell DOES NOT end the class. I will end the class. Please wait until I

dismiss you.

PROCEDURES: “WHAT IF I AM DONE WITH EVERYTHING?” You will ALWAYS have something to do.

Your participation grade depends on the effort you show in class.

PROCEDURES: “WHAT IF I AM ABSENT?” Talk to a classmate for information.

Ask me for handouts.

Check out my website.

PROCEDURES: “HOW DO I TURN IN AN ASSIGNMENT IF I HAVE BEEN ABSENT?”

Please write “ABSENT” at the top of your paper. You may not turn in an assignment if you have an

unexcused absence. Due projects must be turned in on that day.

PROCEDURES: “WHAT IF…?”

1. Please raise your hand. If I don’t see you…2. Please walk over to me and say, “Excuse me, Ms. Kaiser.”

When I turn and look at you, you may ask me your question.

…my pencil breaks?

…I have a question?

…I need to use the

restroom?

…I need to

leave th

e

room?

SIGN OUT/ SIGN IN SHEET

Every time you are late, you must sign in. You will have detention after school the same day you are late.

Every time you leave the classroom, you must sign out and sign back in. You must take a pass with you, as well.

PROCEDURES: “WHAT HAPPENS IF I DON’T KNOW WHAT TO DO?”

1. Look at the board/screen.

2. Ask another student.

3. Ask me.As long as you are respectful, you can never go wrong!

“How are you going to grade us?”

We will talk about the grading system in this classroom:4 PercentagesBreakdownExtra Credit

TESTS: 40%

TESTS/QUIZZES Tests and quizzes will help me assess

your progress and understanding of content.

Pop quizzes will be given if class discussions become unsuccessful. If I call on students, and answers can not be given three times during a discussion, there will be a pop quiz.

CLASS WORK: 30%

CLASS WORK: Informal writing Notes Group work Individual work Discussions

PROJECTS: 20%

PROJECTS: Formal papers Lengthy group work Lengthy individual work

NINE-WKS EXAM/OTHER: 10% The 9-weeks exams cover information

we have dealt with throughout each 9-weeks grading period.

“DO YOU TAKE LATE WORK?” 1st Semester:

If you turn in an assignment within two class meetings: maximum grade of 70.

After that, assignments will receive a zero and cannot be made up.

Projects lose 10 points per day they are late.

2nd Semester:NO LATE WORK.

“What is kind of extra credit is offered?’”

Tests If you receive a grade below 70 on

a test, you must discuss a retake day with me the day your test is passed back to you.

If you do not make up the test, your original grade will be kept.

“What is kind of extra credit is offered?’”

Extra credit may also be available from time to time. Extra credit will be offered to the whole class, not on an individual basis.

Ms. Kaiser’s Website

http://kaiserenglishfranklin9.weebly.com/

Pearson’s Website

Pearsonsuccessnet.comEnglish I code:

9446AAA6B1C113CC1458

English II code: CE0643A1C5C517A6B7AA

Curriculum Short stories Short Answers Poetry Literary Essay Novel Research Nonfiction Expository Essay Drama

Romeo and Juliet Mythology Persuasive Essay

FIRE DRILL

DISCIPLINE CONTRACT

I have read and understand the rules and procedures about this English class for the 2013-2014 school year, including those about late work. I understand my responsibilities and will do my best to be successful.

Student Signature X__________________

Parent Signature X___________________

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