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Eng 9 2015-16 Course Expectations
Eng 9 2015-16 Course Expectations
Course Expectations
2015-2016
Course Expectations for
English 9
To read and analyze a wide variety of sophisticated text (e.g., informational, fiction
and non-fiction, expository) representative of high-quality contemporary works,
seminal U.S. documents, the timeless classics from around the globe, and dramas
by Shakespeare.
[RL.9-10.1-7, 9, 10; RI.9-10.1-10]
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To analyze the purposes and characteristics of the major genres and subgenres of
text (e.g., prose, poetry, drama, literary non-fiction).
[RL.9-10.1-7, 9, 10; RI.9-10.1-10; W.9-10.1-3]
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To apply strategies of organization and focus, coherence, revision, and word choice
to produce writing (e.g., argument, expository, narration) of increasing
sophistication and length whether over time or under a tight deadline. [W.9-10.1-10]
Textbooks
The following text(s) will be utilized in this course:
Elements of Literature
Various Literature Books
Student Supplies
Students should have and maintain the following supplies all year:
Paper (spiral notebook or notebook paper)
Pens (blue or black ink)
Pencils
A binder with a section to hold all of their English notes and assignments
Grading Policy
Academic Expectations
Students are expected to complete all assignments in the class. It is impossible for
a teacher to measure student mastery without the completion of assignments.
The following procedures will be followed to assist students with the completion of
assignments:
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Standards of Preparation:
Students are expected to come to class prepared and to exhibit responsibility for
their learning progress. Spelling, grammar and neatness will be an important
consideration in all written work. However, one of our main objectives is that each
student learns how to identify and correct these problems before the final grade is
issued. Your presence and participation are a must to receiving a passing grade,
so plan on being prepared daily and in class on time each every day. Remember,
your grade is given by me, but determined by you!
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Late worko Late work will be penalized 10% per day for each day it is late.
Attendance
Attendance is required for students to experience maximum academic growth.
After the third unexcused absence the student will be referred to the counseling
office and a conference will be scheduled with the parent. After the fifth absence,
students will be referred to the assistant principal over attendance and a
conference will be scheduled with the parent.
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4. You will follow the school rules because I will enforce the school
rules.
5. You will always do your best because I will always give my best.
Tardy Policy
Tardiness is a serious disruption to the educational program. Every student is
required to be in his/her seat when the tardy bell rings and understands that the
Eldorado High School Tardy Policy will be strictly enforced. Eldorado High School
will utilize a Tardy Lockout System daily.
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Students Signature
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Parent/Guardian Name
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Parent/Guardian Signature
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Home phone
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Work/Cell phone
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