Franklin High School
Course Outline/Syllabus
High School SPANISH I FOR NATIVE SPEAKERS 2016-2017
Instructor: Ms. Pino
Email: [email protected]
Phone #: (732) 302-4200 Ext. 4540
Principal: Cheryl A. Clark
Parents are encouraged to contact me regarding any questions or concerns regarding your child in my class.
You can reach me at my email address or you can leave a message at (732) 302-4200 Ext. 4540. I will do my
best to return emails and/or phone calls within 48 hours.
Course Description:
This course is designed for native speakers of Spanish. This course can accommodate students from a
wide range of backgrounds and students who possess various levels of proficiency in Spanish. This
course focuses on the development of communicative competence in reading, writing, speaking and
listening, as well as on understanding Hispanic cultures and issues of identity of heritage speakers of
Spanish in the United States.
Course Objectives:
At the completion of Spanish I for Native Speakers students will be able to:
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Learn and speak about oneself and others.
Discuss different points of view.
Present and defend ideas.
Make connections between families, friends and community.
Describe notable and remarkable people within the community, family and environment.
Begin establishing connections through environmental and community activities.
Compare and contrast different environmental/community issues affecting society.
Interpret selected authentic literature which contextualized vocabulary dealing with likes, dislikes,
sports, and hobbies.
Write about their favorite vacation spot.
Discuss personal interest and disinterest regarding sports, hobbies, daily activities and favorite
places around the world to visit using the present, preterit and imperfect tenses.
Present a brochure about the ideal place for vacation and try to convince the audience that this will
be their best choice ever.
Talk about price, tourist attractions, activities, food, shops, etc.
Interpret selected authentic literature which contextualized vocabulary dealing with family
relationships, planning a party with friends and selecting the menus for the party.
Discuss about their families traditional dishes from their countries of origin.
State preference on the different dishes.
Create presentations using different formats about some international recipes, including the recipe
origin, the ingredients and all the steps to prepare this international dish.
Course Outline:
 IT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER & NOVEMBER (1/2)
UNIT 1: LA GRAN LLEGADA - EL CASTELLANO
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Greetings, introductions, leave-taking.
The importance of names.
Spanish alphabet sounds and pronunciation.
Verbs estar, hacer, tener and haber.
Ortografía: las sílabas.
Spanish painters: Dali and Picasso
Vocabulary related to the arts.
Review of Grammar: the preterit and imperfect
Geography-Regions of Spain.
Famous Spanish writers.
Classic literature of Spain.
The Moors and their Arabic influence in Spain's architecture and language.
Gypsies in Spain and their influence in Spanish music.
Queen Isabel "the catholic".
Jews and Moors expelled from Spain.
NOVEMBER (1/2), DECEMBER & JANUARY
UNIT 2: LAS CIVILIZACIONES PRECOLOMBINAS LUCHAS Y LOGROS
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Puerto Rico: geography, culture, food, art.
Architecture and literature.
Biography: Marc Anthony.
Adjectives.
Nouns.
Verbs Ser and Gustar.
Definite Articles.
Preposition de
Ortografía: diptongos ua, ie, ue, ei, ia and ai
Geography of the Spanish speaking countries.
Conquest of the Americas.
Vocabulary related to historical events.
History of the Mayas, Aztecs, Incas, Taínos and their contributions to the Hispanic culture.
Legends of Latin America.
Review of Grammar (The Preterit and the Imperfect tense)
FEBRUARY, MARCH & APRIL (1/2)
UNIT 3: LA DIVERSIDAD HISPANA
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Miami, the Caribbean door.
Costa Rica: geography, cultural influence, food, art, and literature.
Biography: Carmen Lomas Garza.
Talking about sports and hobbies.
Talking about vacation spots.
The present tense regular and irregular verbs.
Verbs gustar and querer with infinitives.
The imperfect tense rules.
Ortografía: use of Y and LL.
APRIL (1/2), MAY & JUNE
UNIT 4: DESAFÍOS GLOBALES – EL MEDIO AMBIENTE
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Spanish families.
International recipes.
Chile/Mexico: geography, cultural influence and literature.
Talking about family members
Talking about international food
The stem changing verbs: o-ue/e-ie
Verbs estar and ser with prepositions
Informal affirmative commands
The preterit and imperfect tenses
Negative words
Ortografía: use of b/v, s, c or z
Timeline of the Galapagos Islands.
Review of Darwin theory of Evolution and the voyage of the Beagle.
Geography and the environment.
Animals of the Galapagos.
Vocabulary related to the environment.
Politics and the environment. Famous painters of Mexico; Diego Rivera and Frida.
Review of vocabulary related to the arts.
Compare and Contrast art styles from Hispanic artists and Spanish artists.
Expressing an opinion and supporting a point of view.
Famous musicians of the Caribbean; Celia Cruz and Tito Puente.
Famous singers of Latin America.
Talking about their plans using the future.
Talking about what they could, should and would do using the conditional.
Vocabulary for professions and careers.
Researching job opportunities for bilingual assessments, and activities.
Required Supplies:
 1” Three ring binder (1)
 Two pocket folder (1)
 Two Subject Notebook (1)
 A flash drive
 Pencils and/or pens (blue or black ink only, please!)
 I also recommend that you buy an English-Spanish/Spanish-English dictionary for your use
throughout this course and throughout your life as a speaker of Spanish. This is not required.
 Parents/Guardians & administrators will have the right to look at the students’ notebooks at any
time.
Grading Policy:
Oral/Written tests, projects and
portfolios
65%
Class work and Quizzes
25%
Class participation and Homework
15%
Numeric grades and their equivalent:
A = 90 - 100
D = 67 - 69
B = 80 - 89
F= 66 & Below
C = 70 - 79
Assignments:
All assignments are DUE on DUE DATE. If you are absent the day it is due you must turn in the
assignment the following day. It is your responsibility to makeup work that is missing.
Homework:
In order to reinforce classroom learning it is necessary to study the lesson and do the assigned
exercises before class. Students are expected to come to class prepared to participate in oral and
written work based on assignments. Oral as well as written participation make up part of your final
grade.
Projects:
Projects should be examples of high quality student work. I expect students to be creative and spend a
significant amount of time working on their projects. Projects will not be accepted after the due date
even if you are absent. Since enough time is given to complete a project, do not wait until the last
minute to do so. You should make arrangements to turn your project in early or have someone
bring it to school if you will be absent on the due date.
Quizzes and Tests:
You should expect to be tested upon the completion of each unit. You will also be given vocabulary
and grammar quizzes approximately every week. All quizzes and tests will be announced. They will
have a variety of formats including any combination of written, listening, and oral assessment. Oral
presentations, written compositions, and/or research projects may also be assigned for a quiz or test
grade.
If you are absent the day a test is given, ordinarily you will be expected to make up the test after
school during my office hours. It will be your responsibility to contact me about making up the exam.
Make-Up Policy:
A student is expected to make up all work missed regardless of the reason for the absence. The
student is responsible for finding out what he/she missed during any absence. Until they are made up,
all missing grades will count as zeros. Please label any make-up assignments as such so I do not
mistake them for late assignments. All assignments missed due to an excused absence must be
turned in within three days of returning to school. You must see the teacher on the day you return to
make arrangements for missed tests and quizzes.
Classroom Rules of Conduct:
1. BE PREPARED:
a. Bring the following to class on a daily basis: paper/writing utensil(s), Assignments - Homework ,
Binder, Folder, and your notebook.
b. Keep a notebook containing complete notes of material covered in class. I can and may collect
notebooks at any time and possibly count them as an additional grade;
c. Have homework completed.
d. Be in your seat when class begins. The Orange High School Tardy Policy will be observed.
2. BE A COURTEOUS, QUIET LISTENER:
a. Avoid loud, unnecessary talking or noise making.
b. Raise your hand for permission to speak or to leave your seat.
3. BE A PROACTIVE CLASS CITIZEN:
a. Follow all directions the first time given.
b. Maintain a clean, safe classroom environment; food, candy, drinks, and grooming are NOT
permitted. Water is permitted.
c. Electronic devices (including cell phones) should be muted and put away.
4. BE COOPERATIVE AND RESPECTFUL: Respeto. Siempre Respeto!
a. Respect yourself, respect your classmates, respect your teacher.
b. Respect your classmates' right to learn and my right to teach.
c. Work together to succeed: It is not the right of an individual to take away from the educational time
of others.
d. Cultivate a positive attitude that supports your own learning, as well as that of others. Remember,
attitude is everything!
Academic Dishonesty Policy:
Student behavior involving any form of cheating and/or plagiarism will not be tolerated. This includes
cheating on tests or quizzes, using an online translator, using “canned” essays, having another student
complete the work for you, copying another student’s homework, and/or any other form of dishonesty.
If I find that you have turned in work that is not your own, I will not only give you no credit for this work,
but I will also contact your parent/guardian.
Requirements to Receive Credit:
Regular attendance is a requisite for success in school. New Jersey State law requires students to
attend school regularly, and it is the parent’s responsibility to see their children attend school on the
days/hours the public schools are in session in the district (N.J. 18A:38-25,26). If a student fails to
attend the required number of classes, credit cannot be given without making up time missed and
approval from the Attendance Committee. One of the easiest things you can do to obtain your goal of
graduation is to COME TO CLASS EVERY SCHOOL DAY!
Student will lose credit for a course if unexcused absences exceed 18 for the school year.
Students must have successfully completed Spanish I for Native Speakers.
PARENT/GUARDIAN COOPERATION & INVOLVEMENT:
I am looking forward to working with your child. I strongly encourage parent/teacher conferences. If needed, a
conference may be set through the counselor’s office. The more you know about your child’s school
performance, achievement, and behavior, the more we will be able to assist him/her to obtain his/her
achievement and success. Please feel free to contact me by email or by phone, with any question about how
your child is doing. I wish you and your child much happiness and success this school year! Thanks.
Parents/Guardians are encouraged view and monitor all grades through Genesis Parent Portal.
¡Saludos! Estoy muy contenta de poder trabajar con su hijo/hija. Para aseguramos de que sea exitoso(a) y
alcance todos los objetivos propuestos en esta clase, creo fielmente que usted y yo debemos trabajar juntos.
Le invito a pasar por mi salón de clase para poderle conocer y asi juntos afianzar esfuerzos. También se puede
comunicar conmigo a través de mi correo electrónico o por teléfono. De necesitar una cita para hablar conmigo
llame a la oficina y gustosamente nos pondremos de acuerdo para tener una conferencia. Durante mis horas
de oficina (una tarde después de escuela cada semana) estaré dando tutoría; también durante esas horas su
hijo(a) podrá completar algún examen y/o prueba que haya perdido en caso de ausencia, y les pido que anime
a su hijo/hija a aprovechar esa oportunidad. Muchas Gracias.
A los padres o tutores se les recomienda chequear sistemáticamente todas las calificaciones a
través del Portal de Padres en Génesis.
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