MRS. GRAHAM
Room 213
http://sites.google.com/a/pgcps.org/mrsgrahamsenglish/
[email protected]
(301) 636-8000, X317
CHARLES HERBERT FLOWERS HIGH SCHOOL
ENGLISH 10
COURSE OBJECTIVES: The course of English 10 is designed to meet the
requirements of the Maryland Common Core State Curriculum for English Language
Arts. For a detailed explanation of these standards, please visit the Maryland State
Department of Education website at
http://mdk12.org/share/frameworks/CCSC_Reading_Literature_gr9-12.pdf. The standards
governing this curriculum prepare 10th grade students for the Reading High School
Assessment and graduation, while affording them opportunities to analyze relevant
literature in a broad and in-depth manner. In addition to studying works of literature by
authors representative of different genres—fiction, nonfiction, mystery, fantasy, etc.-students will strengthen their knowledge in the mechanics of grammar, build vocabulary,
and improve writing skills. This experience will be rigorous, but rewarding; and each
student will have the chance to explore and discover something new.
My Expectations: Follow the classroom rules and procedures.
Arrive on time, ready, and prepared to learn.
Participate fully and give best effort in activities as directed.
Respect me and other students.
TEXTBOOK: The Language of Literature – 10th Grade edition; Language Network, 10
Grade edition.
CLASSROOM RULES
1. Arrive on time, and be in your assigned seat at the ringing of the bell (or you are
considered TARDY).
2. Be prepared to work - Bring pen and paper and other appropriate materials to class
every day.
3. Raise your hand to be recognized.
4. Remain seated and on task.
5. Food, drinks, and gum are prohibited in the classroom.
6. Wear uniform properly. Refer to school website at
http://www.pgcps.org/~flowers/_pdfs/uniformpolicy2.pdf to review full uniform
policy. (No jeans-like material or cargo pants.)
7. Cell phones or other electronic devices are prohibited from being turned on in
the school building per Board Policy #5132.
8. Obey all school rules.
Any infraction of the above rules may result in the following disciplinary actions:
DISCIPLINARY POLICY/ACTIONS IN ORDER OF OFFENSE
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Verbal Warning
Loss of class work/participation points per infraction
Conference w/student and/or Parental contact for plan of action
Referral to Guidance/Administration
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ENGLISH 10
Charles Herbert Flowers High School
Prince George’s County Public Schools
Course Syllabus and Outline
Course Title and Grade Level: English 10
Teacher: S. Loftin
Email: [email protected]
Course Description: Actively and analytically engage yourself to become a more cogent reader,
writer, and speaker for a variety of purposes. Analytically read a variety of literary works actively
looking for and interpreting the author’s key assumptions, ideas, reasons, and justifications. Respond to
literature in order to understand, explain, and evaluate the literary work. Further develop and bolster
grammar skills in order to become more effective and proficient in written and spoken communication.
Required Texts: Literature - Language of Literature (take home text)
Grammar - Language Network (in-class text)
Required Materials:
Set up a 3-ring notebook with these four divisions:
Warm-ups,
Classwork/Notes, Homework, and Tests/Quizzes. Save computer documents for home and school use on
a flash drive. Bring your notebook, textbook, and the other supplies listed below each day:
your flash drive
PGCMLS library card for remote access
a highlighter
several black and/or blue pens
correction fluid
a ruler
Rubrics and Grading: Students are invited to participate in the development of rubrics to evaluate
the quality of projects. Routinely make appointments to review and discuss your grades, which are
based on the following scale:
Classwork = 25%
(Warm-ups; Class Assignments; and Participation)
Homework = 25%
(Review; Reinforcement; and Preparation)
Assessments = 50%
(Tests; Quizzes; Presentations; Projects; Evaluative Paragraphs and Essays; and Research Papers)
Pop quizzes will be given!
Research Paper: During the second semester, one half of the assessment is the grade received on the
research paper; the grade is determined based upon organization, grammar, mechanics, content
analysis, format, citation, and documentation.
Participation: A 100% extra-credit participation grade will be assessed daily based upon submissions
of all homework and in-class assignments and on compliance with class procedures and expectations.
Tuesdays at 2:45 P.M. by appointment only: Appointments will be scheduled for the first five
students who request tutoring---at least one day in advance.
Writing Guidelines: All work submitted for a grade must be neatly written in black or blue ink
only or word processed in black ink only as specified. Final drafting and publishing of essays must be
double-spaced and word processed using 12 point Times New Roman, Ariel, or Calibri.
Technology: Computers will be utilized in the final publishing of all research papers and projects and
in the final drafting of all major essays. Reference and Internet use must be documented in MLAformatted parenthetical citations and Works Cited/annotated bibliographies. The capabilities to quickly
change, shift, correct, and produce a final product by using the computer are essential.
Homework Policy: Homework is an integral part of the student’s grade and is essential to developing
skills to pass quizzes; to pass tests; to compose paragraphs, essays, research papers, etc.; and to
complete independent projects.
Assignments must be submitted on time on the due date.
Submit all homework at the beginning of class by the ringing of the late bell.
Late Work Policy: For each absence you are responsible for presenting your excused yellow slip,
for discussing with me all work and material that you missed on the day(s) of absence, and for attending
tutoring to receive your missed Participation grade.
If an assignment is due on a day of an absence from school, it must be submitted early
or no later than the ringing of the late bell for the class period. Email is an option.
If an emergency arises, email me no later than 15 minutes before the beginning of
your class.
For work assigned during an absence, you will have 2 class days for each day missed
to complete the work.
Otherwise, late work is not accepted.
ID Policy: Properly display your ID each day as indicated by the rules of Charles Herbert Flowers
High School.
Uniform Policy: Report to class each day properly attired and in full compliance with the mandatory
school uniform policy of the Prince George’s County Public Schools and C.H. Flowers High School.
Grammar and Associated Writing Skills: Skills will include a review of the parts of speech,
subject-verb agreement, pronoun-antecedent agreement, fragments and run-on statements, sentence
structure, thesis statements, outlining, parallelism, scholarly quoting and documentation using MLA
format, and other information needed for the ever-changing demands and opportunities of the twentyfirst century.
Expectations, Assignments, Projects, and Learning Activities: Students are expected to read
required literature texts and selections; compose paragraphs; draft major analytical essays via original
literary response supported by analysis of professional and scholarly criticism; complete research
papers/projects; enrich vocabulary; deliver oral presentations employing literary terminology, concepts,
and devices; analyze oral presentations; and participate in academic classroom discussions, cooperative
groups, and peer evaluation activities. Results: Through active questioning and collaboration with others, students are expected to integrate
freshly interpreted old knowledge with new information and experiences to construct reading, writing,
and verbal skills that are useful to them, that prepare them for future academic work, and that inspire
them to become lifelong learners.
Collaborative Student/Parent/Teacher Agreement
English 10
S. Loftin
For instruction and assessment, the English Core Learning Goals for Prince George’s County
Public Schools state the following:
Reading: The student will demonstrate the ability to respond to a text by employing personal
experiences and critical analysis.
Writing: The student will demonstrate the ability to compose in a variety of modes by developing
content, employing specific forms, and selecting language appropriate for a particular
audience and purpose.
Grammar: The student will demonstrate the ability to control language by applying the conventions
of standard English in writing and speaking.
Evaluation: The student will demonstrate the ability to evaluate the content, organization, and
language use of texts.
Class Procedures
Be on time and in uniform. When the late bell rings, be in your assigned seat---properly
displaying your ID. Tardiness and class cutting are unacceptable.
Deactivate and place all electronic devices out of sight.
Quietly enter, submit your Homework at the beginning of class, and begin the Warm-up.
Write only on the front of collected assignments, and stay inside both the right and left margins.
Respond in sentences unless specifically instructed to do otherwise.
If you receive a “See me.” comment on a returned paper, please see me before you leave class.
To receive a permanent grade for an assignment graded ”INC.,” resubmit both a corrected
revision and the original by the next class period. Staple the revision on top of the original.
Raise your hand to be recognized --- no unnecessary talking.
Remain attentive and on-task at all times --- no heads on desks/no sleeping.
Remain in your assigned seat until dismissed by the teacher.
Avoid writing on typed assignments, and use a ruler to draw straight lines.
Use standard English when you email me, and always include your first and last names.
Each emailed assignment must be sent as a separate attachment.
Treat others with respect, and be a positive influence within the class.
Mission
C. H. Flowers High School’s vision is for our students to achieve to the highest level. Maintaining our
Mecca of Excellence is dependent upon the support of our students, their parents, their teachers, the
staff, and our community. Your signature indicates that you have read and understood the
course syllabus --- along with the class procedures --- and that you will work with us to
accomplish the goals set forth.
Student’s signature: ______________________________________ Date: ______________
Parent’s/Guardian’s signature: _____________________________ Date: _____________
Teacher’s signature: ______________________________________ Date: _____________
Principal’s signature: _____________________________________ Date: _____________
MEDIA CENTER / COMPUTER LAB PERMISSION CONTRACT
(S. Loftin)
We are fortunate to have computers that have access to the Internet and to the media center’s printer.
To further education, students will be allowed to access and communicate with other networks and
computer systems. Our intention is to responsibly use the computers, the printer, the copier, and the
Internet. Each page duplicated on the printer will cost 15 cents.
Below is a list of additional rules and principles we will abide by and maintain:
1. Our system has been established to help students learn and to help them further
develop their computer skills.
2. Students will have access to the Internet and email.
3. No personal contact information (such as the student’s home and school addresses,
telephone numbers, etc.) will be posted or shared on the Internet.
4. Any questionable or objectionable contacts received will be reported to the teacher.
5. Students will not engage in any illegal act, including attempting to gain access to
unauthorized sites and disrupting any computer system by willfully destroying data
or spreading viruses.
6. On the Internet, students will not use obscene language, display obscene graphics,
engage in personal or discriminatory attacks, or post false or misleading information
about individuals or organizations.
7. Students will not use headphones, speakers, MP3s, or music compact discs (cds).
8. Students will not access lewd or obscene material.
9. Students must save on flash drives or send information to themselves via email.
Saving to a floppy disc is not permitted.
Adherence to these rules and principles is mandatory, and any violation of them will be
met with zero tolerance.
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Students must abide by their signed contracts.
The use of the computer is a privilege not a right.
If this contract is broken, the student will be assigned an ECR, his/her parent
will be notified, and/or the student’s privilege will be revoked.
I have read the Media Center / Computer Lab Permission Contract above. By signing below, I
fully agree with and understand the contents of this contract. If I breach any of the rules, I fully
understand that I will receive a five-paragraph essay, that my parent will be notified, and/or that my
Internet and computer privileges will be revoked for the remainder of the 2011-2012 school year.
Parent: _____________________________________________ Date: ________
Student: _____________________________________________
Date: ________
Teacher: _____________________________________________
Date: ________
Principal: _____________________________________________
Date: ________
Mrs. Williams
10th Grade English/Language Arts Syllabus
Class Website: https://sites.google.com/a/pgcps.org/mrs-williams-english-10/
Contact Information:
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Telephone: 301-636-8000
E-mail: [email protected]
Planning Period: 3rd period
Room: 311
Mission Statement:
The English Department’s role in CHFHS is to provide multiple and varied opportunities for students to
hone their communication, thinking, reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. The English
Department also wishes to ensure academic and social success in all aspects of their lives.
Expectations of Behavior:
Students will take responsibility for creating and maintaining a respectful, cooperative learning
environment for everyone.
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Respect
Cooperation
Readiness to learn
Responsibility
Remain on task
Keep work space clean
Classroom Rules:
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Respect yourself and others.
Follow the teacher’s directions.
Come to class prepared.
Remain on task.
Food and drinks are prohibited.
Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Keep your workspace clean.
Course Materials:
All students are required to bring the following materials to class everyday:
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Text
Agenda Book
Two Pens (one black or blue, one red)
Paper
Three Ring Binder for English with Five Dividers (SAT Words, Warm-ups, Class
Work/Homework, Notes, and Assessments)
Grading Policy:
A = 90-100, B = 80-89, C = 70-79, D = 60-69, E = 0-59
¾ Homework
25%
¾ Class Work
25%
¾ Assessments
50%
Late Work/Make-up Work:
All students are required to submit assignments on time. No late work will be accepted, unless a note for
an excused absence is presented to the teacher. In the case of an excused absence, the student will be
expected to check the class website for make-up work and notes. The teacher will not be responsible for
providing make-up work. Make-up work will only be accepted from students with a valid, documented
excuse given within one week of the excused absence. No exceptions or excuses.
Tardiness
All students are required to be present on time. Tardiness will not be tolerated, and will result in a loss of
participation points for the day. If a test/quiz has been given before an unexcused tardy, the student will
not be able to take the test/quiz.
Bathroom Usage
Students will not be permitted to leave the classroom in order to use the restroom. Students should utilize
the restrooms between classes. Passes will only be written in case of an emergency. MRS. GRAHAM
Room 213
http://sites.google.com/a/pgcps.org/mrsgrahamsenglish/
[email protected]
(301) 636-8000, X317
**Note: Degree of offense may require immediate referral.
GRADING POLICY FOR HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH: The following factors will be included in
determining student grades for each quarter:
1. Warm-ups, classwork/participation
25%
2. Homework
25%
3. Assessments (oral & written, essays/projects) 50%
GRADING SCALE:
90-100
80-89
70-79
60-69
59 or below
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B
C
D
E
Unexcused tardies will result in losing opportunities to turn in warmup and
homework assignments. Sometimes unannounced quizzes (assessment grade)
are given as the warmup.
MATERIALS. It is always important that students come to class prepared and ready to
learn. Listed below are the necessary supplies that you will need as well as information
regarding the daily practices and expectations in the classroom. Failure to bring
materials may result in loss of classwork/participation points. Materials are due two
weeks from today’s date. Notebooks are checked periodically.
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Blue or black pen (No pencils) – No assignments will be accepted in
pencil.
1 3-ring binder with 7 dividers (Warmups, Classwork, Vocabulary, Notes,
Handouts, Writing Journal, and Graded Papers/Assessments,)
Loose leaf paper
Library Card
Pocket dictionary and thesaurus
3x5 index cards
CLASSWORK/PARTCIPATION. Within the class time limits, we will conduct in-class
discussion and analysis exercises to reinforce the daily focus that will require the
participation of all students. Students are expected to actively participate in classroom
discussion and complete assignments in order to gain the full benefit of the course.
HOMEWORK. Homework will be collected at the beginning of the period. Late
homework will only be accepted if the student has a written, legitimate, excused
absence. All answers to homework questions must follow the complete paragraph form:
topic sentence, support and conclusion, unless otherwise directed. Please use
complete sentences, proper grammar, and punctuation. Homework written in pencil will
not be accepted.
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MRS. GRAHAM
Room 213
http://sites.google.com/a/pgcps.org/mrsgrahamsenglish/
[email protected]
(301) 636-8000, X317
INDEPENDENT READING. All students are required to read at least 3 books per
quarter. Books may be self-selected, but must be approved by me before reading in
order to obtain credit. Self-select books should be brought to class each day.
Failure to bring self-select book or any materials will result in a 30 percent deduction of
student’s classwork grade.
A novel packet must be completed with each book and will be available through
Google.docs. This packet is due by the last class day of each month. Extra readings (2
maximum per quarter) can be completed for extra credit. Each packet counts as an
assessment grade.
MAKE-UP WORK POLICY. Students with excused absences will be able to make
up missed assignments providing they have written, legitimate excuses. Missed
assignments must be turned in for grading by the given deadline. Students are entitled
to have as many days as they were absent to make up the missed work. This includes
quizzes or tests given. It is the student’s responsibility to get missed assignments as
prescribed by the teacher. No exceptions will be made for anyone who fails to
make up his/her work on time or for anyone who chooses not to do the work
when it is assigned. Please check the website listed above for makeup work, daily
homework, important projects, special instructions, and assignments.
FIELD TRIP PERMISSION. STUDENTS WITH LESS THAN A “C” AVERAGE WILL
NOT BE GRANTED PERMISSION TO GO ON A FIELD TRIP OR MISS CLASS. If
student goes without permission, no makeup will be assigned or accepted.
Special Projects/Activities. All projects must be submitted by the assigned
deadline at the beginning of class regardless of printer problems, family
vacations, sports activities, etc. Late projects will only be accepted under
extenuating circumstances at the teacher’s discretion. All project papers must follow
the project guidelines as directed—you will be given these guidelines at the time the
assignment is given. All project papers (including essays not completed in class)
and/or parts must be typed unless otherwise directed. In the case of a printer
problem, any written project paper should be emailed to me by the assigned due date.
Since supplies are limited, students should bring in printed papers, not on disk.
They will not be able to print from my printer.
No final handwritten reports will be accepted.
Students should always follow the “Standards for Written Assignments” guidelines—
distributed during the first week of school and on the class website—for both in-class
and typed assignments.
PLAGIARISM will not be tolerated. Any student who plagiarizes will receive a zero for
his/her work. Any student who copies another student’s paper or allows his/her paper
to be copied will receive a zero for the assignment.
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MRS. GRAHAM
Room 213
http://sites.google.com/a/pgcps.org/mrsgrahamsenglish/
[email protected]
(301) 636-8000, X317
FIRE DRILL or EMERGENCY EXIT. In case of a fire drill or evacuating emergency,
students are to line up quickly, but quietly, and proceed out of the classroom to the
stairwell on the left. You are to stay together and exit the building, walk across the back
roadway toward the temporaries. Do not block the roadway because in the case of a
real fire or emergency, you could be in the way of any emergency vehicles.
Attendance will be taken outside and again when the class returns to the building.
DISMISSAL PROCEDURES. The ringing of the bell is an indication that class has
ended. However, the bell does not dismiss the class; I dismiss the class. Please
remain seated until you are dismissed.
TEACHER CONTACT: I am available after school until 2:45 p.m. for individual
questions and/or concerns either in my classroom, at the above given email address, or
number. Any questions regarding an assignment sent to me via email must be sent a
minimum of 24 hours prior to class time, Monday through Friday, in order to allow for a
reply. Tutoring is offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays 2:45 p.m.- 3:30 by
appointment only.
Parents are encouraged to check on students’ progress regularly by utilizing the
Family Portal of SchoolMax. Grades are updated weekly.
All students are encouraged to review this syllabus after class and keep on hand as a
quick reference. These policies will be enforced throughout the school year.
Please complete and sign the attached information form as receipt of this syllabus, and
return to school upon the next class. Return of this form with parent’s signature
counts as a homework grade.
Failure to return the information form will result in a
zero for the homework grade.
I want you to be successful this school year, but you’ve got to want it too. So let’s roll
up our sleeves and commit to doing what is necessary to make that happen. Welcome
to English 10.
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P. Graham
English 10
English 11 Honors
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Charles Herbert Flowers High School
English 10
Mission Statement for Prince George’s County Public Schools:The mission of Prince George’s County Public
Schools is to ensure that all students acquire knowledge and develop skills and understandings that will enable
them to become productive citizens and lifelong learners in a technological and diverse society.
Course Expectations: The course of English 10 is implemented by the following PGCPS Reading/
English Language Arts Curriculum Framework Progress Guide and the English 10 Pacing Guide.
The English 10 Core Learning Goals prepare 10th grade students for Reading High School Assessment
while affording students the opportunity of analyzing literature relevant to them in a broad and in-depth
manner. This experience will be rigorous, but rewarding and each student will have the chance to explore
and discover something new about him or herself.
My Expectations: Always be respectful. ( to both students and all adults)
Arrive on time ready and prepared to learn. (Tardy Log for tardy students)
Follow all the classroom rules and procedures daily.
Bring all required materials daily to be successful.
Classroom Rules: Arrive on time and be seated in your assigned seat.
Sharpen your pencils at the very beginning of class for worksheets.
Bring two ink pens daily. (notebook paper)
Raise your hand to be recognized. Do not holler out answers.
All foods and all drinks( including water) are prohibited in the classroom.
Wear your uniforms properly, and they must be in compliance with CHFHS Dress
Code Policy.
Cell phones or other electronic devices are prohibited from being turned on in the
school building per Board Policy #5132. (Board Policy and Administrative
Procedure 5132 is to be signed/dated by parent and student and returned.)
NO PASS-DON’T ASK !
Textbooks: The Language of Literature. Evanston, IL: McDougal Littell. 2002
Language Network. Evanston, IL: McDougal Littell. 2001
Grading Policy for English 10: The following factors will be included in determining student grades for
each quarter: 1. Warm-ups/Class work/ Participation
25%
2. Homework
25%
3. Assessments
50%
Grading Scale: 90-100
80-89
70-79
60-69
59 or below
A
B
C
D
E
Tests, Quizzes, and Homework Policy: Homework must be submitted by assigned deadline. Make-up work
will be given only for excused absences and extenuating circumstances.
Rules for Written Work: Use the CHFHS Heading Assignment Format to head your paper daily. Observe
margins on both sides of the paper. Absolutely No Scratching Outs or Liquid Paper.
Take your time when completing writing assignments. Use a pencil only on worksheets
and blue or black ink on your notebook papers. No work will be accepted with ragged
spiral edged papers or any other form of sloppiness. Work at all times should be neat
and in legible writing.
Materials needed: pencils, blue or black ink pens, English 10 notebook w/5 dividers, a composition book, and
a pocket dictionary I do not loan materials.
Requirements for Passing English 10: Each student must demonstrate mastery of critical tasks. Each student is
also required to read aloud, participate when called on, and complete
daily activities assigned. Regular and Punctual Attendance are
mandatory to be successful. Also, see the PGCPS English Grading
Policy of this syllabus and English 10 Pacing Guide.
Fire Drill: In case of a fire drill, students are to line up quickly and quietly and proceed out of the classroom to
the stairwell on the right. You are to stay together and exit the building, walking towards the back
of the parking lot. Do not stand on the sidewalk. Attendance will be taken when we return. If you
do not return from the fire drill, consequences will take place, one being your name submitted to your
grade level administrator.
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DISCIPLINARY POLICY/ACTIONS IN ORDER OF OFFENSE
Verbal Warning
Lose class work/participation participation points
Conference w/student and parental contact
Refer to Guidance/Administration ( Degree of offense may require immediate referral-PS-74)
Dismissal Procedures: The ringing of the bell is an indication that class has ended; however, the bell does
not dismiss the class; I will dismiss the class. All students are to remain seated
until you are dismissed in an orderly manner.
Teacher Contact: I am available immediately after school for individual questions and/ or concerns that are
class related. I can be contacted by e-mail address [email protected].
Parents are encouraged to check on students’ progress regularly by utilizing the Family Portal of
SchoolMax.
All students are encouraged to review this syllabus regularly and keep in their notebook as a quick
reference. These policies will be enforced throughout the school year.
I truly hope that your child and I will have A Great School Year Together!
Please read, complete, and sign the reading of this syllabus and return to school upon the next class.
Return of this form with parent’s signature counts as a homework grade. Failure to return the
information form upon the next class will result in a grade of Zero for the homework grade.
I certify that I have read the following syllabus and understand the requirements for Ms. McLeod’s class.
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Signature of Parent/Guardian
Signature of Student
Comments
Name of Student:____________________________________________
Name of Parent(s)/Guardian:__________________________________
Home Number:(
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Work Number: (
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Cellular Number:(
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Home Address:______________________________________________________________
City___________________________ State__________
Zip Code______________
Email Address:( if applicable)__________________________________________________________
Quarter
Approx.
Number of
Weeks
1st
Quarter
2 weeks
2 weeks
2 weeks
Selection in LOL
CFPG
Session
LN: Grammar
1-5
“Interlopers”
1-5
Ch 1 Parts of Speech
“Harrison Bergeron”
6-10
Ch 1 Parts of Speech
“A Sound of Thunder”
6-10
Ch 1 Parts of Speech Ch 12 Writing Process
“The Pedestrian”
“By the Waters of Babylon” (Optional)
11-15
Ch 18 Autobio. Incident
Ch 1 Parts of Speech Ch 12 Writing Process
“Montgomery Boycott”
“Through the One-Way Mirror”
11-15
Ch 2 Sentence Parts
“The Border: A Glare of Truth”
2 weeks
“The Son from America” (Optional)
“Marriage is a Private Affair”
“No Witchcraft for Sale” (Optional)
“Love Must Not Be Forgotten” (Optional)
2ndt
Quarter
LN: Writing
2 weeks
Novel Study
2 weeks
(School’s Choice)
Advocacy and Persuasion
Ch 18 Autobio. Incident
Ch 12 Writing Process
Ch 18 Autobio. Incident
16-20
16-20
16-20
16-20
Ch 2 Sentence Parts
Ch 2 Sentence Parts
Ch 13 Creating
Ch 13 Creating
Ch 2 Sentence Parts
Ch 19 Focused Description
Ch 13 Creating
Ch 3 Using Phrases
Ch 19 Focused Description
Ch 13 Creating
Ch 3 Using Phrases
1 Routines of Reading, Writing, Thinking,
and Talking about Persuasion
1-4
Ch 19 Focused Description
Ch 14 Develop.
Compositions
Ch 20 Literary
Interpretation
2 Significance and Argument
3 Interpret Sojourner Truth’s 4 4 4Speech
Methods to Persuade
Advocacy and Persuasion
5 Watch and Write about News Clips
Ch 3 Using Phrases
5-9
Ch 14 Develop.
Compositions
Ch 20 Literary
Interpretation
6 Study Watch and write about News
Clips
7 Interpret Obama’s Speech
2 weeks
8-9Methods & Retrospection
Advocacy and Persuasion
10 SpeakLike
11 Argument and Purpose “What the
10-12
Ch 3 Using Phrases
Ch 14 Develop.
Compositions
Ch 20 Literary
Interpretation
future holds for Farmworkers and
Hispanics
2 weeks
12“Culminating Project
Advocacy and Persuasion
12-13
Ch 4 Clauses and
Sentence Structure
12 Culminating Project
Ch 21 Cause/Effect Essay
OR
13 Methods to Persuade
Advocacy and Persuasion
14
Ch 4 Clauses and
Sentence Structure
14 Work on Speech
2 weeks
Advocacy and Persuasion
15
Ch 4 Clauses and
Sentence Structure
Ch 23 Problem/Sol’n Essay
Ch 15 Elaboration
Ch 21 Cause/Effect Essay
OR
16-17
16 Work on Speech
Ch 23 Problem/Sol’n Essay
Ch 5 Writing Complete Ch 15 Elaboration
Sentences
Ch 21 Cause/Effect Essay
OR
17 Work on ‘Speech
3rd
Quarter
Ch 23 Problem/Sol’n Essay
Ch 15 Elaboration
Ch 21 Cause/Effect Essay
OR
15 Work on Speech
Advocacy and Persuasion
Ch 15 Elaboration
Ch 23 Problem/Sol’n Essay
1 week
Advocacy and Persuasion
18
2 weeks
18 Deliver Speech
“A Celebration of Grandfathers”
1-5
Ch 6 Using Verbs
Ch 16 Revising Sentences
1-5
Ch 6 Using Verbs
Ch 16 Revising Sentences
From In Search of Our Mothers’ Gardens
(Optional)
“The Pit and the Pendulum” (Optional)
1-5
Ch 6 Using Verbs
Ch 16 Revising Sentences
Ch 7 Subject-Verb
Agreement
Ch 17 Developing Style
“Everyday Use”
“Women” and “Poem at Thirty Nine”
(Optional)
2 weeks
From Night
From Farwell to Manzanar
“Like the Sun”
“For the New Year, 1981” and “Pride”
(Optional)
“The Man in the Water”
2 weeks
“And of Clay We are Created”
“The Crowning of Arthur”
6-10
6-10
Ch 7 Subject-Verb
Agreement
Revision of Writing Assign
Ch 17 Developing Style
Revision of Writing Assign
6-10
Ch 8 Using Pronouns Ch 17 Developing Style
11-15
Revision of Writing Assign
Ch 8 Using Pronouns Ch 17 Developing Style
Revision of Writing Assign
“Sir Launcelot du Lake”
2 weeks
From The Mists of Avalon
From The Acts of King Arthur and His
Nobel Knights
11-15
Ch 8 Using Pronouns Ch 25, 26, 27
16-20
Research Report, Finding
Info, Evaluating Info
Ch 9 Using Pronouns Ch 25, 26, 27
16-20
Research Report, Finding
Info, Evaluating Info
Ch 25, 26, 27
Ch 9 Using Modifiers
Research Report, Finding
Info, Evaluating Info
4th
Quarter
2 weeks
Novel Study
21-25
1 week
(School’s Choice)
Novel Study
21-25
2 weeks
(School’s Choice)
Julius Caesar Act I
1-5
Julius Caesar Act II
2 weeks
1-5
Ch 9 Using Modifiers
Ch 25, 26, 27
Ch 10 Capitalization
Research Report, Finding
Info, Evaluating Info
Ch 25, 26, 27
Julius Caesar Act III
6-10
Ch 10 Capitalization
Julius Caesar Act IV
6-10
Ch 11 Punctuation
Julius Caesar Act V
11-15
Ch 11 Punctuation
Antigone Prologue-Scene 1
11-15
Ch 11 Punctuation
1-2 weeks
Antigone Scene 2-3
16-20
Ch 11 Punctuation
1-2 weeks
Antigone Scene 4-5
Novel Study/ Mini Research/Unread
selections of your choice (Optional)
16-20
21-26
HSA Review
General Review for
Final Exam
2 weeks
Research Report, Finding
Info, Evaluating Info
Ch 29 Analyzing News in
Media
(Optional)
Ch 29 Analyzing News in
Media
(Optional)
Ch 31 Expanding
Vocabulary
Ch 31 Expanding
Vocabulary
Ch 31 Expanding
Vocabulary
Ch 32 Preparing for Tests
Ch. 28 Oral
Communication
Or
Novel Study/ Mini Research/Unread
selections of your choice (Optional)
21-26
General Review for
Final Exam
Ch. 24 Poetry (Creative
Writing)
Ch. 28 Oral
Communication
Or
Ch. 24 Poetry (Creative
Writing)
CHARLES H. FLOWERS HIGH SCHOOL
The Language of Literature
10th Grade Syllabus
Prerequisite: Must have passed English 9
Instructor: Ms. J. Price, Language Arts Teacher
Classroom: 243
Work Telephone Number: (301) 636-8000
Work Hours: 9:00am-4:30pm
School Address: 10001 Ardwick-Admore Road
Springdale, Maryland 20774
Email Address: [email protected]
Mission Statement for Prince George’s County Public Schools:
The mission of Prince George’s County Public Schools is to ensure that all students acquire
knowledge and develop skills and understandings that will enable them to become productive
citizens and lifelong learners in a technological, diverse society.
Course Description: English 10 is conducted as a reading/writing course. This year-long course
will fulfill, if successfully completed, one of four English credits required for graduation. You
will be studying representative works of literature written by authors from the different genres:
novel, play, short story, and poems. Vocabulary and grammar will be an important and informal
part of each unit that we study. Participation in class is vital to your success in English.
Participation will take two forms: daily and presentations. Daily participation revolves around
asking questions, responding to ideas in class, and expressing your opinion. Presentations will be
assigned and will provide the opportunity for you to prepare your remarks.
Course Objectives: These English/Language skills will be exercised by applying the Maryland
State Core Learning Goals through independent/class reading and discussions, essay and research
writing, and through incessant reinforcement of effective communication - both written and
verbal. The Maryland State Core Learning Goals are as followed:
1. The student will demonstrate the ability to respond to a text by employing experiences
and critical analysis.
2. The student will demonstrate the ability to compose in a variety of modes by developing
content employing specific forms and selecting language appropriate for a particular
audience and purpose.
3. The student will demonstrate the ability to control language by applying the conventions
of Standard English in writing and speaking.
4. The student will demonstrate the ability to evaluate the content, organization and
language use of texts.
Textbook: The Language of Literature. Evanston, IL: McDougal Littell. 2002.
Requirements of Course:
1. Read literature aloud and to participate in class discussions.
2. Study the literary terms provided. Responsible for literary quizzes.
3. Analyze and interpret literature.
4. Write in various forms (both formal and informal writings).
Reading Assignments: Journal responses will be a minimum of one page in length and will be
graded. Along with the literature you read and assigned written responses, you will read
additional literature, such as novels as in-class assignments or as homework. Novel titles will be
given in advance. Please secure a public library card and/or prepare to purchase a novel(s) in
case there are none available at the school.
Writing Assignments: You will be required to write various formal and informal compositions
that will be graded. They may vary in form and content, depending on the approach and topic
selected. Write only on the front of the notebook paper and stay inside both the right and left
margins. All essays must be typed using black ink, double-spaced, 12 font, Times New Roman,
and on white paper. When you are completing comprehensive questions you are not required to
write the question; however, you must write the answer in a complete sentence using a part of the
question in your response. Below is an example of how to convert the question into a response
sentence:
Question – What was your favorite summer activity?
Answer – My favorite summer activity was visiting the Baltimore Aquarium.
Assignments must be submitted on time.
Classwork and Homework: Please bring a notebook to class each day. A section of the
notebook will include vocabulary. You can expect new and/or ongoing assignments daily.
Assignments will reinforce your English skills, make you practice various skills, introduce you to
new material, or help you review material previously presented. All assignments must be
submitted on time.
Expectations:
1. Arrive on time for class. You should be in your assigned seat before the late bell rings.
Warm-ups should be completed in the first five – ten minutes of class. Warm-ups must
follow the proper format to receive full credit bi-weekly.
2. Prepare for and participate in course related activities.
3. Treat others with respect, and be a positive influence within the class.
4. Raise your hand to be recognized. NO UNNECESSARY TALKING.
5. Remain in your assigned seat until dismissed by the teacher.
6. Follow classroom rules/regulations in class.
7. Students are expected to respect themselves, their peers, and the teacher, Ms. Price,
at all times. Appropriate language is required. Opinions/points of view may be
shared; however, comments cannot be degrading, rude, or disrespectful. If at any
time you feel you have been falsely accused or misunderstood, you are to:
1) Comply with given request by the teacher, Ms. Price;
2) Conference with Ms. Price before/after class to reach a mutual solution; or
3) If a solution is not reached, student/parent may schedule a conference with Ms.
Price and/or administration.
Attendance/Tardy Expectation: It is the responsibility of the student to present an excused
yellow slip to the teacher the day he/she reports back to school in order to receive make-up
assignments. All make-up assignments are due upon the next meeting of class. If make-up
assignments are not turned in on the appropriate date, assignments will not be accepted. If an
excused note is not presented, students will receive a grade of zero for all assignments in his/her
absence. Students may accumulate only 10 absences (excused or unexcused), any absences
beyond 10 may result in a failing grade and no credit earned.
Evaluation: Grading Scale: 100-90 =A, 89-80 =B, 79-70 =C, 69-60 =D, 59-50 =E
Grading Policy:
Assessments 50%
Classwork
25%
Homework
25%
Quizzes will be given to assess your thoroughness in completing vocabulary assignments and
reading assignments. Pop quizzes will be given.
Tests will be given to assess your ability to handle new material using acquired skills. In class
assignments will often be writing assignments of a shorter nature, vocabulary, grammar lessons,
and/or objective questions related to English.
Late Assignment Policy: All completed assignments must be turned in on its due date. The
student is responsible for all missed assignments during an excused absence.
Parent Communication: I may be contacted by email or phone at the high school only. Please
give two business days for me to respond to emails or phone messages.
In order to ensure achievement, I will need the cooperation, reinforcement, and support of you,
the parent/guardian. I, Ms. Price, am dedicated to the growth and success of my students, and I
am willing to ensure a positive and a productive outcome. Thank you in advance for your
support.
Please read and sign below to verify that you have read and understand this syllabus. Also fill in
the parent/guardian contact information. This information is for Ms. Price only. The information
will be used to contact you if academic or behavioral concerns arise. Thank you.
I certify that I have read the syllabus and understand the requirements for Ms. Price’s
English 10 course.
____________________________________
Signature of Parent/Guardian
____________________________________
Signature of Student
Name of Student (please print clearly): ___________________________________
Name of Parents/Guardians: __________________________________________
Home Telephone Number:
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Work Telephone Number:
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Cellular Telephone Number: (______) ______________________________
*You will only be contacted during school hours.
Home Address: __________________________________________________________
City _________________________ State ____________ Zip Code____________
Email Address: __________________________________________________________
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Discussion
MRS. ROBINSON-TIBBS
Room 211
[email protected]
(301) 636-8000, X311
CHARLES HERBERT FLOWERS HIGH SCHOOL
ENGLISH 10
COURSE OBJECTIVES: The course of English 10 is implemented by following the PGCPS
Reading/English Language Arts Curriculum Framework Progress Guide. The English Core
Learning Goals prepare 10th grade students for the Reading High School Assessment while
affording students the opportunity of analyzing literature relevant to them in a broad and in-depth
manner. In addition to vocabulary and grammar, students will study works of literature by
authors representative of different genres: novel, play, short story, poetry, etc. This experience
will be rigorous, but rewarding; and each student will have the chance to explore and discover
something new.
CORE LEARNING GOALS
Goal 1: The student will demonstrate the ability to respond to a text by employing personal
experiences and critical analysis.
Goal 2: The student will demonstrate the ability to compose in a variety of modes by developing
content, employing specific forms and selecting language appropriate for a particular audience
and purpose.
Goal 3: The student will demonstrate the ability to control language by applying the conventions
of standard English in writing and speaking.
Goal 4: The student will demonstrate the ability to evaluate the content, organization and
language use of texts.
My Expectations: Follow the classroom rules and procedures.
Arrive on time, ready, and prepared to learn.
Participate fully and give best effort in activities as directed.
Respect me and other students.
CLASSROOM RULES
1. Arrive on time, and be in your assigned seat at the ringing of the bell (or you are considered
TARDY).
2. Be prepared to work - Bring pen and paper and other appropriate materials to class every day.
3. Raise your hand to be recognized.
4. Remain seated and on task.
5. No eating, drinking, cell phones or chewing gum in the classroom.
6. Wear uniform properly.
7. Wear your id badge with the picture visible.
DISCIPLINARY POLICY/ACTIONS IN ORDER OF OFFENSE
1.
2.
3.
4.
Verbal Warning
Lose class work/participation points per infraction
Conference w/student and Parental contact for plan of action
Refer to Guidance/Administration (Degree of offense may require immediate referral)
MRS. ROBINSON-TIBBS
Room 211
[email protected]
(301) 636-8000, X311
GRADING POLICY FOR HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH: The following factors will be included in
determining student grades for each quarter:
1. Warm-ups, classwork/participation
25%
2. Homework
25%
3. Assessments (oral & written, essays/projects)
50%
GRADING SCALE:
90-100
80-89
70-79
60-69
59 or below
A
B
C
D
E
Unexcused tardies will result in losing opportunities to turn in warmup assignments
(usually part of classwork grade). Sometimes unannounced quizzes are given as the
warmup.
MATERIALS. It is always important that students come to class prepared and ready to learn.
Listed below are the necessary supplies that you will be held accountable for as well as
information regarding the daily policies and expectations in the classroom. Failure to bring
materials will result in loss of classwork/participation points.
•
Blue or black pen (No pencils)
•
1 composition notebook for warm-ups
•
1 3-ring binder with 5 dividers (Vocabulary, Notes, Handouts, Graded Work, Reading
Log)
•
Loose leaf paper
•
Library Card
•
Self-select book for silent reading time
•
Pocket dictionary and thesaurus
CLASSWORK/PARTCIPATION. Within the class time limits, we will conduct in-class
discussion and analysis exercises to reinforce the daily focus that will require the participation of
all students. Students are expected to actively participate in classroom discussion and complete
assignments in order to gain the full benefit of the course.
HOMEWORK. Homework will be collected at the beginning of the period. Late homework
will be accepted only if the student has a legitimate, excused absence. All answers to homework
questions must follow the complete paragraph form: topic sentence, support and conclusion.
MAKE-UP WORK POLICY. Students with excused absences will be able to make up
missed assignments providing the student has a school issued yellow excuse form. Missed
assignments must be turned in for grading by the given deadline. Students are entitled to having
as many days as they were absent to make up the missed work. This includes any quizzes or
tests given. It is the student’s responsibility to get missed assignments as prescribed by the
teacher. Make-up work can be found in the back of the classroom.
MRS. ROBINSON-TIBBS
Room 211
[email protected]
(301) 636-8000, X311
Special Projects/Activities. All projects must be submitted by the assigned deadline at the
beginning of class regardless of printer problems, family vacations, etc. Late projects will only
be accepted under with a legitimate excuse note. All project papers must follow the project
rubric as directed—you will get this at the time the assignment is given. All project papers
and/or parts must be typed unless otherwise directed. No handwritten reports will be
accepted.
Always follow “Writing Guidelines”—distributed during the first week of school and on the
board at the front of the classroom.
TEACHER CONTACT: I am available before and after school (7:30 a.m. and 2:35pm) for
individual questions and/or concerns either in my classroom, at the above given email address, or
number. Any questions regarding an assignment via email must be sent a minimum of 24 hours
prior to class time, Monday through Friday. Your email address must have your name as the
sender; not in the subject box.
Please complete and sign the attached information form, and return to school tomorrow in
receipt of this syllabus. Return of this form with parents’ signature counts as a homework grade.
Mrs. Robinson-Tibbs