John Foley

GOALS:

To develop literary analysis skills through written and oral expression

To study a variety of literary forms emphasizing various cultures

To promote comprehension and understanding of the written word

To develop the student’s writing abilities with consideration to the domains of the writing rubric

To develop an understanding of vocabulary in order to build writing and speaking skills

To develop oral expression skills

To utilize the research process

ASSIGNMENTS AND PROCEDURES:

  1. Course requirements include a research project, speeches, formal writing assignments,and a comprehensive mid-term and final exam. Each marking period will also include various reading analysis assessments, tests, and quizzes based on course content. English 10 is required for graduation.
  1. Assignment procedures:

MLA style heading is required for all typed papers—UPPER LEFT CORNER

Written assignments must be submitted online, printed(when stipulated)or written in BLUE/BLACK INK.

  1. Homework is an essential part of this course. Homework may or may not be given point values, and can also be used as a quiz grade. Late submissions will not be accepted. Students who are absent can find copies of missed worksheets in the back of the room and on the online Classroom, accessible through my website (if possible - some assignments may not be digital). Specific daily assignments are written on the daily agenda located on the sideboard, and can be found on the online Classroom website as well. Students are also expected to check the Online Classroom and course website when absent. If assignments are not posted, please email the instructor directly to inquire about missed readings and tasks.

WEBSITE ACCESS:

From my teacher page, click on the “Welcome to Classroom” icon (classroom.google.com)

Sign in to google using your school credentials ()

You will be asked to sign in again with your username and school password

The Classroom codes For Honors English 10 15-16are as follows:

  • Period 2: gmvov2
  • Period 4: yabu8mp
  • Period B6: j1eg0e
  • Period 7: 52ul8j

STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Be on time — You will be dismissed on time, so it is your responsibility to arrive on time(or to present asigned pass upon your arrival when late). Chronic lateness will result in after-school detentions. Completing a test and/or a science lab is not an excuse for being late to class and will not be accepted as such.
  1. Missing class —It is your responsibility to notify me in advance of your need to be excused, not anyone else’s. You are responsible for all work missed and for homework assignments. It is in your best interest to complete work ahead of time if possible.
  1. Behavior — I treat my students with respect, and I expect it in return. This also applies to your classmates. I do try to keep a familiar and open atmosphere in the classroom with a good sense of humor and friendliness. Do not take advantage of this by mistreating people for the sake of trying to be funny.
  1. Seating — Seats will be assigned. This class will include both small and large group discussions, so you should know everyone on a first name basis.
  1. Makeup work—It is your right to be able to makeup work when legitimately excused; it is your responsibility to adhere to the student handbook procedure for making the work up. Students may also inquire about missing work at the end of the school day; I am here until 3pm or later by appointment.
  1. Grading----I calculate grades using a system of total earned points divided by total possible points to equal a percentage.
  1. Signing Out—It is your right to expect lavatory and health suite privileges (emergencies only); it is your responsibility not to abuse this right. You must sign your name, destination and time out in the sign-out book and write the time in when you return. If you do not sign out properly or take too much time, you will lose your sign-out privileges. Signing out will be limited tothe first 5 minutes of class.
  1. School property—It is your right to have a clean classroom, and all of us have the responsibility to do our part to keep this classroom clean.In addition, you have the right to use textbooks; it is your responsibility to treat the books carefully.

9. Food and drink – Gum, snacks, and any liquid besides water, arenot allowed in class. Please dispose of any upon entering class.