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Bienvenidos
Welcome
Spanish 1 Syllabus
Instructor:
Mrs. Luz Herrador
E-mail: [email protected]
Tel: 713 861-4400
Tutorials:
By appointment. Conference: 7th Period.
Materials needed:
Textbook –Realidades Level 1
Spanish/English Dictionary
1in binder, wide-ruled filler paper
Purpose:
This beginning level course introduces students to the Spanish language, as well as
Hispanic cultures. The class initiates communication in Spanish using the four basic
language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Spanish has a large amount
of vocabulary and focuses on other elements such as present tense conjugation, an
introduction to the past tense, and basic grammar. It is a great journey of discovery!
Philosophy:
Respect for your teacher and classmates at all times to create and promote an
intellectually engaging environment to learn the Spanish language.
Rules of Respect:
Students are expected to adhere to the following RULES OF RESPECT. Good conduct and
appropriate actions lead to success!
I. RESPECT THE TEACHER
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Avoid talking while s/he is talking.
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Practice active listening.
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Carefully follow instructions.
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Always bring ALL materials to class.
II. RESPECT YOURSELF
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Do ALL work and turn it in on time.
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Participate in class and study at home.
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Do your own work and let others do theirs.
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Pay attention to instruction.
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III. RESPECT THE ROOM
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NO food or gum. NO cell phones.
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Pick up after yourself.
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Treat class materials with care.
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Leave desks neat and orderly.
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RESPECT OTHERS
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Be courteous; use “por favor”, “gracias”, etc.
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Avoid using putdowns, bad language & rude remarks.
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Wait your turn to speak and don’t interrupt others.
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Avoid touching others or their things without their permission.
Discipline:
A parent conference will be scheduled if you misbehave and disturb the learning
environment. The next step is to refer you to the Assistant Principal’s Office.
Grading Scale:
Tips for Success:
Test and Projects 40%, Quizzes 10%, Classwork 25%, Warm-up 10%, Homework 15%
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Arrive to class each day, in dress code, with needed materials.
Complete and turn in homework on the assigned due date.
Ask about and complete make-up work according to teacher policy.
Participate during class in a positive way: Respect.
Seek tutorial help as soon as needed.
Communicate with teacher about concerns or assistance.
Study vocabulary and lessons outside of class daily.
Keep your parents/guardians informed of grade, including progress report and
report card.
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Spanish 1 Year-at-Glance
Unit Name
1st Semester
2nd Semester
Unit 1: Welcome to the Spanish-Speaking World- At the end of the unit,
learners should be able to use frequency expressions used in the classroom,
be familiar with the Spanish sound system, pronunciation, alphabet, and the
location and names of capitals of the Spanish-speaking countries and
nationalities. Identify objects found in a classroom and talk about the calendar.
Unit 2: Hello! How are you?- At the end of the unit, learners should be able to
introduce themselves and others, exchange greetings, ask and respond to
basic questions, communicate what hurts, identify body parts, and talk about
colors.
Unit 3: Getting to Know You – At the end of the unit, learners should be able to
talk about themselves, their family unit and others; express likes and dislikes,
and describe character traits. Describe general physical appearance.
Unit 4: My Classes – At the end of the unit, learners should be able to discuss
their schedule, talk about the order of classes, express what they have and
don’t have, and tell when things happen (telling time). They should be able to
describe their classes and teachers.
Unit 5: My Family – At the end of the unit, learners should be able to discuss
relationships, describe family members (physically, personality, and age) and
compare them. They should be able to talk about pets, family member’s
occupations, and whom they know
Unit 6: My activities- At the end of the unit, learners should be able to discuss
what they like and dislike to do at home, for the family and during their free
time, when and how often they do things, and the sports they participate in.
They should be able to talk about things they have to do, describe what they
know and how well they can do it, and accept and decline invitations.
Unit 7: My Neighborhood – At the end of the unit, learners should be able to
say where they and others go, where places are, describe places in the
neighborhood, why we need to go there, and give basic directions.
Unit 8: My favorite food - At the end of the unit, learners should be able to
express what kind of food they like or dislike eating and drinking for breakfast,
lunch, and dinner. They should be able to describe different kinds of food.
Unit 9: My favorite places to eat At the end of this unit, learners will be able to
talk about their favorite places to eat. Learners should be able to order a meal
in a restaurant, ask to have something brought to them, pay for their meal,
make dining plans, invite someone to go out to eat, say who is coming with
them.
Unit 10: My wardrobe - At the end of the unit, learners should be able to
describe what they wear, explain what they wear in different seasons or
occasions, ask for and give prices of purchases, and distinguish between items
near and far from them. They should be able to state preferences, wants, and
opinions.
The course Syllabus must be placed in your Spanish class binder
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Acknowledgement of Syllabus
Return this page to Mrs. Herrador
Welcome to my Spanish class. I am very pleased to have you in my class. During this school year, we
will work together to learn and communicate in Spanish.
Student Name: _____________________ Student Signature: ________________Date: _______
Parent Name: _____________________ Parent Signature: ________________ Date: _______
Parent Contact Information:
Home Phone number_______________
Cell Phone number_________________
Parent Email______________________