Update 2014-2015

Course:Français 5-6H

Teacher: Madame Fenn rm. 330

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Tutor time: Tuesday’s afterschool 2:20-3:00 Prep: None

Course Description

This course is an advanced honor’s class in French that allows the students to meet the first stages of bilingualism in the areas of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and grammar. By the end of the course the students will be able to speak and write using complex sentences in present, past, and future topics within their experience with the language.They will be able to describe personal experiences, ask and answer questions; engage in open-ended conversations; and carry out realistic functions. This class requires oral participation in the target language at all times.

AP Route

Because the classed is designed to be Pre-AP, students will work with similar themes found in the AP curriculum. A large part of the class will be discussing controversial topics (interpersonal and presentational) and executing formal writing (letters, essays, and e-mails). Also, students will study French history and literature. A final aspect put into place to prepare for the AP course will be following and reporting on a francophone country throughout the year.

Themes covered

Review of French 3-4

Health – What do you do to stay healthy? Health care in France and the U.S.

Friendship – What does it mean to be a friend? Similarities and Differences between France and U.S.

Technology – The impacts of social media on society.

Life and Prehistoric Art in France – Neanderthals and Lascaux Cave

Ancient France through the Middle Ages – History and Literature

Justice and Politics – Do we live in a just society? Basic politics in France

Equality of Sexes – What are the differences/stereotypes between men and women?

The Crusades through the 100 Years War – History and Literature

Education and the future – What are your plans after high school? Education in France, Canada & Europe

The Renaissance – History and Literature

The environment – How can we better our planet?

Course Objectives

Students will be able to discuss topics dealing with their own lives; such as past experiences and future plans. Students will demonstrate control of more complex grammatical structures; such as present, past, and future regular verbs, irregular verbs, subjunctive and conditional moods, and vocabulary in the four skill areas; speaking, writing, reading, and listening.

Course Expectations

The student will demonstrate:

  • Knowledge of daily French language by recalling facts, terms, basic concepts.
  • Understanding of facts and ideas of French culture and language
  • Application of the French language in grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, writing and reading
  • Analyze the French language by breaking down and examining language, grammar, and vocabulary.
  • Synthesize the French language by combining vocabulary, grammar and cultural aspects into speaking, reading, writing, and listening activities
  • Evaluation by listening, speaking, reading and writing in the target language

Materials: Due by Aug 17, 2015 – Please see me if you cannot complete this by the due date.

  • ****** Internet access is ESSENTIALat home, school or library.
  • 3 ring binder with individual tabs for:
  • Bellwork
  • Notes
  • In-class worksheets
  • Study guides
  • Continous Classroom Improvement (PDSA)
  • Pen/pencil
  • Paper

Grading Policy:academic integrity and strict honesty is expected

A =90-100%

B = 80-90%

C = 70-79%

D =60-69%

F = below 60%

  • World Language Department (80% total grade)

Points based in skill

  • Exams 20%
  • Speaking 20%
  • Writing 20%
  • Listening 15%
  • Reading 15%
  • Culture 10%
  • District Final exams(20% total grade)
  • Written 25%
  • Speaking 25%
  • Objective 50%

Participation:

Daily participation points will be given to students who stay on-task and attempt to use French in the classroom. Students will be graded based on their effort to use the language and awarded points through ClassroomDojo(100 pts speaking). In addition, bellwork papers(50 pts written) will be turned in at the end of every quarter.

Homework:

Homework is given regularly and more frequently than in French 3-4. Students are expected to write assignments down in a secure place. Assignments are available on-line, shown on screen in class, and written on the board. On-line assignments will be given in advance of a due date to be completed in a diligent responsible manner.

Projects:

There will several short-term group and individual projects assigned each unit that will help reinforce crucial points of the lesson before a formal test is given. Although most projects are started in class, students must be responsible for fine-tuning and completing them at home.

Attendance:

Regular and timely attendance is a critical part of learning a foreign language. If you must be absent, it is your responsibility to check the assignment calendar and/or call a buddy student in class to make up the work missed. Handouts for the day missed are the responsibility of the student. Please speak with teacher before or after class.

Upon reaching any combination of 12 excused or unexcused absences, a student may lose credit in this class.

Teacher Recommendations:

Because students only receive French for 55 minutes Monday-Friday, it is highly advised—especially for students interested in AP—to self-advocate for themselves. A great way for students to practice French at home is by watching children’s shows on youtube in French such as Peppa Pig, Caillou, Babar, and Trotro. For students who are more advanced with the language, Radio France (radio), TV 5 Monde (t.v.) , Le Monde (newspaper) are great resources. Another easy way to reinforce skills is by downloading and playing the free app called Duolingo to practice grammar and vocabulary. For more resources students can visit the tab on the teacher website titled “Francais chez vous!”.

Students in 5-6 will be required to complete at-home practice for points

2016 Trip to France:

Currently, there is a trip planned for June 1st-9th to France. Enrollment on the trip took place last spring, but we do have room for more travelers if your student is interested. To view the tour information visit: If you cannot make this trip, do not panic! Another guided trip to the Quebec region of Canada is in the making for 2017! The teacher will update both students and parents with further information during second semester.

Powerschool Access

The Powerschools site allows parents/guardians and students to access the student’s grades, attendance, and other information. If you need your access information, please stop by the front desk during business hours. You will need a photo I.D.

The web address is:

Adherence to the Boulder Creek Academic Integrity Code

All students enrolled in French 5-6Hwill adhere to the framework and guidelines set forth in the Boulder Creek High School Academic Integrity Code. Cheating and Plagiarism will not be tolerated. The purpose of this code is to promote a positive learning environment for all involved. As humans, we will make mistakes as we grow. It is understood that we can learn from those mistakes and become better individuals in the future. Any student who violates this code will be referred to the Students Rights and Responsibilities handbook and assignment of appropriate consequences.Please refer to the Academic Integrity Code in your student handbook for more details.

Make-Up Work Policy

Upon return to class after an absence, a student has one school day for each day missed to make up work/test assigned during his/her absence regardless of the number of days absent. For example, if a student is absent on Thursday and Friday, he/she will have Monday and Tuesday of the following week to make up work and must turn in the work that was assigned during the days absent on Wednesday.

Coursework and assessments assigned prior to the absence(s) may still be due on the date assigned. It is the student’s responsibility to check with teachers immediately upon return for work missed and possible adjustment of due dates. Teachers may choose to schedule an appointment with the student to arrange due dates as needed.

If you must be absent, it is your responsibility to check the assignment calendar and/or teacher and/or a buddy student in class to make up the work/notes missed. Handouts for the day missed will be in a file folder for your period number.

Late Work

Assignments that are totally complete on the due date will receive credit. Assignments turned in within one week of the due date will receive 50% of the earned credit. After one week late assignment are not accepted and will receive a zero in the grade book.

Make-up Tests

Students who are absent on the day of a test, must come after school on a Monday. This will be the designated day of the week for students to schedule make-up tests.

Long Term Project Policy

Long term projects are assignments given at least two weeks in advance. Teachers should note that the assignment is a long term project in the written instructions provided for the students. Long term projects are due on or before the date assigned, even if the student or teacher is absent on the due date.

See the Student Handbook for additional details.

Classroom Behavior Expectations and Consequences

It is important to respectthe learning rights of all your peers.

Classroom Procedures:

Beginning of Class

  • Students will greet teacher at the door by saying: Bonjour.
  • After walking into the class quietly, students will pick up/drop off any necessary papers in the tray for their class period located at the homework table.
  • Students will then sit down at their assigned seat, and immediately begin bell work.

Ending of Class

  • Students will be expected to give me their full attention from the beginning bell until the ending bell.
  • In order to properly end class, students will leave all of their materials out until instructed to put them away.
  • For the students’ benefit, every class period will end with a formal conclusion to tie together the day’s lesson—students must be aware and respectful of this procedure.
  • When closure is finished, students will be cued to put away materials and leave the class once the bell has rung.

Transitions Between Activities

  • In order to keep the classroom on-task, I will use a signal that the students will automatically know means to quiet down; the signal will be: Écoutez.A classroom bell will always be rung to signal students
  • ·If students are engaged in group activities that require a lot of talking, I will flip the light switch on and then off as a signal to the class.
  • There will be times when I will play music to keep time of students’ work. In this case, turning the music off will be a signal to the class that it is time to transition.
  • All transitions are put into use in order to keep the class well managed and on the same page.

Classroom Rules:

  1. Speak French once you enter the classroom
  2. Be prompt and prepared dailyto participate
  3. No offensive language in the classroom
  4. No electronic devices (cell phones)or personal items in class

If these are seen/heard anywhere in the classroom, immediate intervention will take place

  1. Dress and behave appropriately at all times
  2. No use of electronic translating devices

Cell phones use is allowed outside, in hallway and in the cafeteria. No cell phone use in the classroom unless otherwise directed.

Dress code is strictly enforced in my classroom, infractions will be sent to the office immediately – Hats are removed before entering classroom or they will be confiscated and reported as a dress code violation

Late to classis unacceptable and will be considered a sweep to the office where a consequence will be given and the student may come back to class. Please do not disrupt class upon re-enter – enter and sit quietly, listen for direction.

Consequences as a result of choice:

  1. Verbal warning from teacher
  2. Out of classroom with behavioral reflection sheet completed by student and reviewed by teacher & student after class
  3. Parent contact by teacher
  4. Written referral to administration

Classroom Behavior Expectations and Consequences- PBIS

/ Learning Environment
BOULDER CREEK
Prepared /
  • Bring materials
  • Come prepared to learn

Respectful /
  • Respect others, their property, equipment, and the facility

Integrity /
  • Complete your own work
  • All electronic devices are off and out of sight

Discipline /
  • Arrive on time & be in your seat
  • Behave appropriately and use courteous language
  • Keep food and drink outside

Everyone United /
  • Encourage confidence
  • Cooperate and collaborate

Communication

Please contact the teacher for any student concerns at as it is crucial that teachers, parents, and students maintain open lines of communication. Contact information is also provided at the top of the first page.

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