Welcome to Welcome to Miss Yost’s Miss Yost’s

English ClassEnglish ClassEnglish I and IIEnglish I and II

Room 134Room 134Class Discussion on Procedures, Rules, & GradingClass Discussion on Procedures, Rules, & Grading

Fall 2013Fall 2013

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?

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Yost, Desiree Period 2123543

El Paso: 26 years

I live with one person.

Favorite thing to do:

Something interesting about me:

““What are we going to talk What are we going to talk about?”about?”

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

Cornell NotesCornell Notes

Form of note-taking for this Form of note-taking for this classclass

http://www.youtube.com/watch?http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_Vzeq5L3gv=8t_Vzeq5L3g

CornellNoteSystem lesson.pdfCornellNoteSystem lesson.pdf

Rules: “What are the rules of Rules: “What are the rules of the classroom?”the classroom?”

Be respectful to yourself, to Be respectful to yourself, to others, and to the things around others, and to the things around you.you.

Be on time.Be on time. Be prepared and bring all Be prepared and bring all

materials to class.materials to class. Follow the tasks and Follow the tasks and

assignments.assignments.

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

Student Info SheetStudent Info SheetDesiree Yost (Dez): November 10, 1984

Jeane Yost (grandmother) : Yes Bill Yost (grandfather): No (German)

Jeane: 915-555-0008 Bill: 915-555-6712 and 915-891-1435

Jeane: jbyost@yahoo.com Bill: bwyost@elp.rr.com

Me: djyost@episd.org

Jeane/Me: 6524 Willshire Way (79912) Bill: 142 Jason Rd. (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 Rules: “What if I choose to break a rule?”break a rule?”

First timeFirst time: Verbal warning; the incident will : Verbal warning; the incident will be recorded on a Howler. (Possible be recorded on a Howler. (Possible parent/guardian contact.)parent/guardian contact.)

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

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

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

““What are Howlers?”What are Howlers?”

Howlers are a way for you to:Howlers are a way for you to: Use problem-solving skills Use problem-solving skills

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

will you use to solve the will you use to solve the problem?”)problem?”)

Achieve self-discipline (carrying Achieve self-discipline (carrying through with your responsibility)through with your responsibility)

HowlersHowlers

When you have filled out three When you have filled out three Howlers for the same rule:Howlers for the same rule: Your parent(s)/guardian(s) will be Your parent(s)/guardian(s) will be

contacted by Miss Yost.contacted by Miss Yost. The Howlers will be sent to your The Howlers will be sent to your

parent(s)/guardian(s) so that they parent(s)/guardian(s) so that they may talk to you about each may talk to you about each situation.situation.

““What if we get more than What if we get more than three Howlers for a rule?”three Howlers for a rule?”

A Howler will still be filled out for A Howler will still be filled out for each rule you break.each rule you break.

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

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

administrator (Mr. Mitchell).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 absences dress and grooming the morning pledge electronic devices (phones, audio players,

games, etc.) plagiarism release of students from school disruptions, including bullying, the interference

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

RewardsRewards If there are no Howlers If there are no Howlers

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

respectful.respectful. Everyone must be on time.Everyone must be on time. Everyone must be Everyone must be

prepared.prepared. Everyone must be Everyone must be

following the tasks following the tasks assigned.assigned.

““What are the procedures in What are the procedures in this classroom?”this classroom?”

We will talk about the way things We will talk about the way things are accomplished in this class:are accomplished in this class: CommunicationCommunication Class workClass work HomeworkHomework WritingsWritings AbsencesAbsences

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 Procedures: “Where do I find the assignments?”the assignments?”

Tasks/assignments are posted Tasks/assignments are posted on the chalkboard and/or screen on the chalkboard and/or screen every day.every day.

I may explain I may explain

tasks/assignments verbally.tasks/assignments verbally.

Procedures: “What are the Procedures: “What are the materials that I need for this materials that I need for this class?”class?” Literature bookLiterature book Pens/PencilsPens/Pencils Paper (college-ruled and/or wide-Paper (college-ruled and/or wide-

ruled)ruled) A round-ring (3-ring) binder (at least A round-ring (3-ring) binder (at least

1 ½ thick)1 ½ thick) 5 tab dividers (for the binder)5 tab dividers (for the binder) Estimated total cost: $15 Estimated total cost: $15

(Walgreens prices)(Walgreens prices)

Victor Hugo

Miss Yost

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.

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

You need two sheets of paper. Brainstorm with the first paper.

Create a thesis statement containing two main topics. Come up with examples for the two topics. What can be learned from this information?

Write your essay with the second 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.

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

For other assignments, simply follow Miss Yost’s directions for the day.

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

1. Rules/Rubrics2. Writing Skills3. Vocabulary4. Notes5. Graded Papers

•You must keep EVERYTHING for documentation and portfolio purposes.

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

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

You will ALWAYS have something to do.

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

Talk to a classmate for information.

Ask me for handouts.

Check out my website.

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.

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

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?

Every time you are late, you must sign in. You must have a tardy pass from the attendance office.

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

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 How are you going to grade us?”us?”

We will talk about the grading We will talk about the grading system in this classroom:system in this classroom: 4 Percentages4 Percentages BreakdownBreakdown Extra CreditExtra Credit

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.

Informal writing Notes Group work Individual work Discussions

Formal papers Lengthy group work Lengthy individual work

The 9-weeks exams cover information we have dealt with throughout each 9-weeks grading period.

1st Semester:If you turn in an assignment the following day: maximum grade of 70.

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

2nd Semester:NO LATE WORK.

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

Tests Tests If you receive a grade below 70 on If you receive a grade below 70 on

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

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

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

Extra credit may also be Extra credit may also be available with various supplies available with various supplies that can be useful.that can be useful.

Miss Yost’s WebsiteMiss Yost’s Website

http://http://djyostenglish.pbwdjyostenglish.pbworks.comorks.com

Pearson’s WebsitePearson’s Website

Pearsonsuccessnet.comPearsonsuccessnet.comUsername: Yost9Username: Yost9Password: student9Password: student9

CurriculumCurriculum Short storiesShort stories Short AnswersShort Answers PoetryPoetry Literary EssayLiterary Essay NovelNovel ResearchResearch NonfictionNonfiction Expository EssayExpository Essay DramaDrama

Romeo and JulietRomeo and Juliet MythologyMythology Persuasive EssayPersuasive Essay

99thth Grade Literature Grade LiteratureGreat Expectations (novel; Great Expectations (novel;

Pre-AP only)Pre-AP only)Of Mice and Men (novella)Of Mice and Men (novella)Romeo and Juliet (play)Romeo and Juliet (play)The Odyssey (epic poem)The Odyssey (epic poem)Night (autobiography)Night (autobiography)The Pearl (novella)The Pearl (novella)The Hobbit (novel)The Hobbit (novel)

FIRE DRILLFIRE DRILL

DISCIPLINE DISCIPLINE CONTRACTCONTRACT

Any Questions?Any Questions? What are the rules of the What are the rules of the

classroom?classroom? What is a Howler?What is a Howler? How will you grade us How will you grade us

throughout the semester?throughout the semester? Where do I find the Where do I find the

assignments?assignments? What are the materials that I What are the materials that I

need for this class?need for this class?

ActivitiesActivities

CharadesCharades 5-Min. Mystery5-Min. Mystery InterviewInterview

CharadesCharades

1.1. Students get into pairs, facing each other.Students get into pairs, facing each other.

2.2. One of the partners faces the screen, One of the partners faces the screen, which has questions. That partner cannot which has questions. That partner cannot talk and tries to act out the question.talk and tries to act out the question.

3.3. The other person can speak, ask The other person can speak, ask questions, and verbally answer.questions, and verbally answer.

4.4. Be as quiet as you can! You don’t want Be as quiet as you can! You don’t want the others to hear you!the others to hear you!

5.5. You have 5 minutes!You have 5 minutes!

Questions for Partner #1Questions for Partner #1

How old are you?How old are you? Who do you live with?Who do you live with? Do you have a Do you have a

boyfriend/girlfriend?boyfriend/girlfriend? What’s your favorite movie?What’s your favorite movie? What do you do for fun?What do you do for fun?

Questions for Partner #2Questions for Partner #2

Which state are you from?Which state are you from? What kind of toothpaste do you What kind of toothpaste do you

use?use? What’s your favorite color?What’s your favorite color? When is your birthday?When is your birthday? Who is your favorite actor?Who is your favorite actor?

5-Minute Mystery5-Minute Mystery

Rules:Rules: Students may ask only “yes” or Students may ask only “yes” or

“no” questions.“no” questions. Teacher may respond with only Teacher may respond with only

“yes” or “no.”“yes” or “no.” Students are allowed 20 Students are allowed 20

questions total to try to ascertain questions total to try to ascertain answer.answer.

InterviewInterview

Students are assigned a partner.Students are assigned a partner. Students interview each other.Students interview each other. Students ask 15 questions about Students ask 15 questions about

partner.partner. After interviewing each other, one After interviewing each other, one

partner will introduce the other, who partner will introduce the other, who will stand & wave & sit back down.will stand & wave & sit back down.

Interviewer will tell the class 3 Interviewer will tell the class 3 interesting things, & then roles are interesting things, & then roles are switched.switched.