English II        Requirements and Expectations

Course Description

The reading skills necessary for word recognition, comprehension, interpretation, analysis, evaluation, and appreciation of the written text

The structural and creative skills necessary to produce written language that can be read and interpreted by various audiences

Expression of ideas clearly and effectively in a variety of oral contexts and apply active listening skills in the analysis and evaluation of spoken ideas

Analyze content and concepts accurately in media/technology

Behave respectfully to everyone at all times

Consistently come to class on time prepared for class discussions and activities

Assume responsibility for all assignments, deadlines, and any work missed when absent

Stay on task at all times

Follow school rules

Leave class a limited number of times and for emergencies only

Study, review, and read on their own time, not just before a test

Turn off all sounds on cell phones including vibrate 

Help students take responsibility for class assignments, deadlines, and studying

Expect the best effort from the students but be realistic in their expectations

Work with the teacher to encourage students to achieve academic success

Review with the students their progress.

Check the class website for information about assignments.

      Focus on helping students become independent, critical thinkers and responsible, life-long learners

Challenge students to reach their full potential

Teach higher level thinking and analytical skills

Prepare students for future success

Communicate with students and parents about assignments and progress.

Materials Needed

Three ring binder with dividers for Literature, Vocabulary, Grammar, and Writing

Loose leaf paper (no spiral allowed)

Pens (black ink preferred) and Pencils: (All essays should be typed: double spaced, 12 pt. font, Times New Roman, black ink.)

Grading Procedures

Homework will be collected on loose-leaf paper. No spiral.

Late homework will receive half credit up to two days. Homework will be considered late if it is not completed at the beginning of class. Homework is assessed for correctness, not effort.

Major essays or projects will receive a ten point deduction per day up to five days.  Afterwards no grade higher than a 50 will be given.  

Greeneville High School Grading Scale:

93-100%:  A

85-92%:    B

75-84%:    C

70-74%:     D

0-69%:       F

Grading:

Tests/Timed Writings/Projects      35%                       

Major Essays                                 35%

Homework/Class work/Quizzes  30%  

9 weeks exam & final exam = 1/9 of 9 weeks grade                                         

Gateway Exam = 15% of final grade

Tests will not be made up during the class period.  It is up to the student to schedule a makeup test with the teacher.

Make up tests will be scheduled before or after school.

It is up to the student to find out what assignments have been missed.  Check the website or the “While You Were Out” notebook.

Students have five school days from the date of an excused absence to make up all missed assignments or tests; however, if a student misses only the day an assignment is due, that assignment must be turned in the day the student returns.

No credit will be given to a student who has missed a test or assignment due to an unexcused absence.

Major class projects and assignments will be given a due date.  These projects are due on this date, unless a student has an excused absence on due date.  The projects are due the day the student returns.                                                         

Extra credit is not available in the English Department.  The expectation is that students will     complete the assigned work promptly. I do give extra points for students who have gone above and beyond my expectations for any assignment.

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