Clayton Valley Charter High School English I Couse
Syllabus—The Modern Hero
Classroom: C-9
Instructor: Ms. Winkler
Contact: [email protected]
(925) 682-3800 ext. 2632
Class Website: www.englishwithmswinkler.weebly.com
Twitter: @mswink_english
Welcome to English 2! This year we will be focusing on how we as individuals can
impact and shape the world we live in. We will be working with Common Core State
Standards for Language Arts by practicing and developing our reading, writing,
listening, and speaking skills in order to try and tackle the following Essential
Questions:
o What role do reading and writing play in our daily lives?
o What do heroes look like?
o How have heroes evolved over time to meet the demands of a
constantly changing world?
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Goals and Objectives
Throughout the course of the school year we will:
o Read, discuss, and analyze a variety of texts while exploring how they
relate to the world that we live in.
o Express our thoughts and ideas by communicating with our peers in a
positive and professional manner.
o Develop our skills as readers and writers.
o Develop a classroom community based on respect and understanding.
o Think deeply and thoughtfully about the materials we encounter.
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Required Materials
o 3-Ring binder or notebook with pockets (your binder can be shared
with another class if you wish to do so).
o Writing journal – we will be writing in our journals on a regular basis,
make sure you have your journal with you at all times.
o Outside Reading Book for Independent Reading.
o Pens, pencils, binder paper, highlighters.
o Post-it Notes
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Course Readings
Although it is not required, I highly suggest that you purchase the texts we will be
reading in this course. This will ensure that you have an interactive reading
experience through the ability to highlight and annotate your book.
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Night – Elie Wiesel
The Odessey – Homer
Of Mice and Men – John Steinbeck
Romeo and Juliet – William Shakespeare
Clayton Valley Charter High School English I Couse
Syllabus—The Modern Hero
o Additional poems, short stories, and non-fiction articles
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Expectations
While in C-9 we will practice being:
o Positive
o Productive
o Professional
We will practice embodying these three characteristics at all times while in class. This
will not only help us enjoy our time together in class, but also help us all be the best
human beings we can be.
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Consequences
Consequences for failing to meet the class expectations will be:
o First Offense: Warning
o Second Offense: Class Detention and Parent Contact
o Third Offense: Referral and Parent Contact
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Grades
Grades will be updated throughout the school year on Power School. I will do my best
to make sure that assignments are updated in a timely manner. However for larger
assignments such as essays, please allow a longer time before asking about your
grade or score seeing as how these assignments are more demanding to grade.
Your grade in this class will be based on the following:
o 10% Discussion and Silent Reading/Bonus Points
o 15% Reading and Vocabulary/Grammar Quizzes
o 25% Reading Response Logs, Journals, and other short assignments
o 40% Essays, Tests, and Projects
o 10% Rough Drafts/Revision Assignments
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Absences
If you are legally absent (the office has excused your absence):
o Look at the class website to see what you missed in class.
(www.englishwithmswinkler.weebly.com)
o Consult the Absent Bin located in the classroom to get assignments and
handouts you may have missed. *Note: Most assignments will be able to
be printed from the class website*
o Consult classmates if you have questions before asking the teacher so
as not to waste valuable class time.
o You will have as many days as you are absent to complete work for full
credit.
Clayton Valley Charter High School English I Couse
Syllabus—The Modern Hero
Late Work
It is your responsibility to turn in assignments the day they are due, and to complete
all work to the best of your ability. Late work will be accepted the day after it is
due for 70% credit.
*Clayton Valley Charter High School has a Failure Free Zone. This means that if
you do not have work finished the day that it is due, you need to come in either before
school, at brunch, at lunch, or after school to complete the assignment on the same
day.
For essays or major projects, late work will be deducted a third of a letter grade per
day that it is late. For example, if you have an essay that you turn in two days late, the
best you can get is an A- on the essay which equates to two thirds of a letter grade
deducted, one third of a grade per day.
If you have an assignment that you would like to turn in late, you will need to fill out
a Missing Work Log, located next to the Absent Bin, and attach it to the top of the late
assignment.
Missing Quizzes/Tests
If you are absent and miss a test or a quiz it is your responsibility to come and make
up the assignment the day following your absence. If you do not make up the missing
test or quiz your grade will result in a zero.
I understand that at times life gets in the way of school, if you are ever feeling that
you need more time for an assignment please do not hesitate to come talk to me.
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Tardy Policy
You must be in your desk, working on the assignment posted on the board by the time
the last bell rings. Out of your seat, talking to a friend, or in the doorway do not
count as present.
o First Offense: Warning
o Second Offense: Class Detention and Parent Contact
o Third Offense: Referral and Parent Contact
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Bathroom Policy
At the beginning of each quarter you will be issued two bathroom passes that you
may use. You may not use the bathroom the first or last 10 minutes of class, however
should you need to use the bathroom during class time you will need to:
o Fill out your own pass, and present it to me for a signature at an
appropriate time
o Sign out using the Bathroom Log at the front of the classroom
o Sign in upon your return and quietly get back on task
If you do not use your bathroom passes you may turn them in for extra credit at the
end of the quarter.
Clayton Valley Charter High School English I Couse
Syllabus—The Modern Hero
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Academic Dishonesty
Cheating will not be tolerated in any form. Don’t do it, it’s not worth it. If you are
caught cheating the consequences will follow what is outlined in the CVCHS Student
Handbook.
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Electronic Devices
Electronic Devices (including cell phones) are not to be used during class time,
unless the teacher has approved the use of electronic devices for a specific class
activity. If the class abuses the privilege of using electronic devices during specified
activities, we will move to a no electronic devices policy period and we will not be
able to use these devices to enhance our classroom experience.
o First Offense: Warning
o Second Offense: Student will surrender phone for the
remainder of the period.
o Third Offense: Detention and parent contact.
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Class Website, Twitter, and Remind 101
It is in your best interest to utilize the class website if you want to do well in this
class. Each day I take the time to update the website with the daily agenda and
assignments that we will be doing in class. Checking the class website should also
be your first step in being proactive to find out what you missed while absent. To
access to class website, please visit www.englishwithmswinkler.weebly.com and
select your appropriate class tab to access materials you need.
This year, I will also be using Twitter and Remind 101 to send out reminders and
updates about larger assignments. You may follow me on Twitter or subscribe to
Remind 101 on the homepage of the class website.
*Note: I will not follow you on Twitter, this account is meant as another way
for you to stay informed on class happenings. However, if you have questions
about assignments I will do my best to respond to your tweets*
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I look forward to spending this school year with each of you, and helping you grow
on your journey as readers and writers. If you have any questions or concerns
throughout the school year please do not hesitate to email me at
[email protected].
With a positive attitude and hard work, you will be successful in this class. Good
luck, and let’s have an exciting school year!
Clayton Valley Charter High School English I Couse
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I have read the Course Syllabus for English 2 and agree to abide by the policies
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Student Name (Print)
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Parent/Guardian Name (Print)
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Parent/Guardian Signature Date
I have read the Course Syllabus for English 2 and agree to abide by the policies
described.
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Student Name (Print)
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Parent/Guardian Name (Print)
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Student Signature Date
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Parent/Guardian Signature Date
I have read the Course Syllabus for English 2 and agree to abide by the policies
described.
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Student Name (Print)
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Parent/Guardian Name (Print)
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Student Signature Date
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