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Mrs. Levano and Mrs. Gavin English Class

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elcome to your English class! This year you will be introduced to new things; improve on some material you already learned; and, reinforce skills you will always need. We look forward to helping you grow!

What can you expect? What do I expect?

English Expectations

Supplies needed: 3 ring loose-leaf binder: loose-leaf paper: loose-leaf

dividers: one pocket folder(to be kept in loose-leaf): black or blue pens: pencils: 2 highlighters(one yellow/one another color):

homework /agenda book.

ourse Outline

Notebook: Your loose-leaf notebook should be separated into three sections:

1. Vocabulary 2. Literature 3. Skills

Pocket folder should be kept in binder. Folder should contain outside reading at all times. Interactive Reader Workbook must be brought to class every day.

Grading Criteria

Each quarter grade will include assessment of vocabulary, writing, comprehension, literature, and skills. Grades will be computed as follows:

Tests count two times: Quizzes count one time: Essays/Projects count two times. An organized, complete notebook is essential for good study skills and will be checked periodically.


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Participation/Class work: Homework is given on a regular basis and is fundamental to preview and review class lessons. Independent reading is essential. Reading and studying at home are vital to success and are integral parts of common core standards. Students should copy assignment from board upon entering class or check website:

http://sites.levittownschools.com/rlevano/SitePages/Home.aspx

Since daily homework is reviewed in class, make up homework is not allowed.

Students must be prepared with books, assignments, and materials each class.

Students must be active with class work as homework and class work are computed as ten percent of quarter average.

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eneral Procedures

1. When bell rings each student will be in his/her assigned seat, copy homework, and complete “do now” task.

2. Each student will be prepared for class with daily notebook and folder with all workbooks every day with pen/pencil and highlighters.

3. Parents will be notified of pattern of lack of student participation in homework or class work or inappropriate behavior.

4. Student must be prepared to make up quizzes, tests, and assignments upon return to school after absences.

5. Extra-help is available Tuesday and Thursday mornings(7:15-7:45) if a student needs or wants it.

Student signature / Date

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Parent signature/ Date

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