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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Welcome to English II! This will be a great year of learning together. Together we
will build on the writing and reading skills that you already have so that we can
achieve BIG goals and prepare for the future. We will work hard to create a culture
of scholars where we think critically, work responsibly, and learn actively. I have
high expectations for everyone in the class and I know by the end of the year, you
will be strong readers, powerful writers, and confident speakers.
RULES/POLICIES
Students are expected to follow all school policies as stated in the Student
Handbook in addition to my own set of class rules.
Consequences
1st offense: Verbal or nonverbal warning from the teacher; possible daily points
deduction.
2nd offense: Loss of daily points.
3rd offense: Reflection and action plan.
4th offense: Parent/Guardian contact and behavior contract.
5th offense: Referral.
Severe clause: Severe behavior will lead to serious consequences. If the above
consequences are inappropriate for the behavior as deemed by the teacher,
appropriate actions will be taken.
Note: Ms. Chen reserves the right to be creative in dealing with disruptions!
Rewards
We will celebrate our successes! Excellent work and excellent behavior will be
rewarded through a number of different ways: praise, notes home, class
recognition, and other incentives. Don’t forget: the joy of learning and becoming
smarter is the best reward you can have every day!
Supplies
Being prepared for class is an important step to reaching our goals. In order to be
prepared, you will need the following for our class:
• 6 double-pocket folders
• 2 packets college-ruled loose leaf paper
• 2 packs of pencils
• 2 pack blue or black pens
• 2 packs red ink pens
• 1 pack highlighters
• 1 pack markers
• 1 box Kleenex (extra credit)
Grading Scale
If you work hard, your grade will show it. Each student is graded according to
district policy.
Classwork/Homework: 40%
Tests/Quizzes: 25%
Projects/Presentations/Papers: 20%
6 weeks unit test/project grade: 15%
Late work
Late work will be accepted for partial credit before the cutoff date for late work
(usually every 3 weeks). For every day it is late, 10% of the grade will be deducted.
Unit Folders
Every 6 weeks, you will receive a reading packet and assignments for the 6 weeks
grading period. It is your responsibility to keep all papers and turn in necessary
documents in your folder. You will receive one folder, and one copy – it is YOUR
responsibility to have it in class every day. This will be turned in for a grade at the
end of the 6 weeks.
Daily points
Each day, you will receive 10 daily points: 5 points for completing the Do Now, and
5 points for participation. Participation means actively engaging in classroom
activities and being ready with the appropriate supplies and material each class.
CONTACT INFORMATION
I am here to do whatever I can to help you succeed in this class. It is my expectation
that you will see me if you need help. I am available in my classroom after school
until 4:15 PM and before school at 8:15 AM (unless I tell you otherwise). The easiest
way to get a hold of me is through email. I check email often and will respond within
24 hours. You may also call or send me text messages anytime before 9:30 PM. Be
sure to include your name in all messages (including texts). Tutorial times/office
hours will be posted in the room.