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English 10
Mrs. Megan Walck Mrs. Tammy Woolgar
mwalck@northernpottersd.org twoolgar@northernpottersd.org

Class Description

English 10 is designed to promote independent thinking and life-long learning
through the acquisition and utilization of reading, writing, critical thinking,
and listening skills.
Content that may be covered (but not limited to):
Various short stories
Romeo & Juliet
Vocabulary
Literary devices & elements
The writing process

Standards




Major
Assignments/Projects
The content of this course is aligned with the PA Common Core Standards
and the Keystone Exam Assessment Anchors. The Keystone Exams will be
administered to students upon completion of this course.

Throughout the year, we will be embarking on several major
assignments/projects that are designed to prepare students for future classes,
career skills, and life. These projects may include, but are not limited to
research papers, group/independent projects, independent novel studies, etc.
Rubrics and other appropriate paperwork will be given in advance, but it is of
the utmost importance that students take the initiative to stay on top of these
assignments. As these assignments will make up a large portion of the
marking period grade, these assignments should be submitted in such a
way that shows student dedication and pride.

Grading Policy **YOU** determine your grade. Your teacher does not. If you are willing
to try your best, you will have the opportunity to earn an A. However, this
is totally up to you.
Homework/Classwork: 5-10 points
Quizzes/Tests: 15-100 points


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If you talk during quizzes/tests, you will be given a zero. No
exceptions.
Cumulative tests will be given during midterms and finals.
Major Assignments/Papers/Projects: 50-100 points
Because due dates are given well in advance, projects and
papers are expected to be turned in on the assigned due date.
Any late assignments will be graded at the discretion of the
teacher, with the minimum penalty being a loss of 50%.
Work is considered late if it is not complete when
you enter the room.
Extra Credit: 1-10 points
Given in the following forms, and only at the discretion of
your teacher
Bonus questions on quizzes/tests
Attendance at school functions with a formal review
and ticket/program attached
A Light Bulb moment in class
Various extra assignments offered in class
Finding a spelling/grammar error on an assignment
Completion of flashcards/study guide

Make-up Work Students who miss class are expected to make up their work according to the
student handbook. If you find that you are falling behind or need more time,
please see your teacher, and we will work out a game plan. However, we
WILL NOT hunt you down to retrieve missing assignments. This is your
responsibility.
Page 5 of the Student Handbook states,
Any student who has an absence from school may make up
classwork and assignments missed if the request is made
within one school day of the students return. The time
allowed to complete make-up work will equal the time
missed or five school days whichever is longer. It is the
students responsibility to take advantage of this opportunity.
The students grade should reflect a failure to comply.
Unexcused absences result in no credit awarded for the
missed school work [].


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Classroom Rules and
Procedures
In order to get the most from our independent studies and from working
together, our classroom requires a set of guidelines. These rules and
procedures will allow everyone to participate and be successful.
Arrive on time and be ready to work.
Come prepared with the following REQUIRED items for each class:
Notebook
Students are expected to maintain a notebook that is
useful for studying. It should be legible, organized,
and updated daily.
Pen/Pencil
Independent Novel
Spare time is to be utilized for reading time.
If you complete an assignment and others are still
working, you are expected to be reading.
The textbook does not count as additional reading
materials.
Folder/Binder
Good Attitude
Rules of the Couch/Floor/Cushions:
Sitting on the special furniture/floor is a PRI VI LEGE and not
a right.
You may ONLY sit on the special furniture/floor with teacher
permission.
Permission may be revoked at any time, for any reason.
The bell DOES NOT dismiss you. Your teacher dismisses you.
Substitute Teachers/Special Guests must be treated with the utmost
RESPECT and courtesy.
Disciplinary action will occur if student behavior is not in accordance
with the classroom teachers expectations.







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August 27, 2013

Dear Parents and Guardians,
Please read the following statement, and sign and return this page by
Friday, August 30, 2013. The attached syllabus is for your records. Thank you for
supporting your childs education. We look forward to a productive year of
learning.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Megan Walck
Mrs. Tammy Woolgar


I have read the attached syllabus for English 10 in its entirety. I understand its
contents and have discussed it with my child. I agree to contact either Mrs. Walck
or Mrs. Woolgar at Northern Potter High School if any questions or concerns
should arise.

Parent signature: ____________________________Date: _______________

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