English 9 Jump Start
Lisa M. Wingerath
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://lwingerath.weebly.com
Room 209 3rd and 4th Period
CHAT Room 213
Course Description:
In 9th Grade English we will read and analyze some of my favorite pieces of literature. Prepare to experience love at first site with William Shakespeare, longing for home with Ulysses, and the dramatic lives of the Greek Gods in Heroes, Gods, and Monsters of the Greek Myths. This course will also focus on developing your skills in writing and reading comprehension. We will go over quite a few “tricks” that will help you become a strong reader and confident writer. Prepare to expand your vocabulary and sharpen your skills in grammar through daily lessons.
Possible Texts:
The Adventures of Ulysses The Giver Romeo and Juliet
Heroes, Gods, and Monsters “Thank You, M’am” “The Necklace”
Objectives and SOLs:
Our course is aligned with the Virginia Standards of Learning Objectives for Ninth Grade. You can view these objectives on http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/
These objectives are minimum standards for our class. While we will keep these objectives in mind, we will go above and beyond these learning objectives.
Grading and Grading Scale:
We will follow the ten point grading scale included in the AHS Student Handbook.
Tests, Writing, Projects 50%
Quizzes (Vocab, Literature) 25%
Daily Classwork 15%
Journal Writing 10%
Students will complete a Midterm and Final Assessment that will count for 20% of their grade at the end of each semester. This final assessment may be a project or written test.
Materials:
Pens and Pencils
Three Ring Binder
Dividers for Notebook (Literature, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar, Journals)
Notebook Paper
A Book for Silent Reading (We will visit the library).
Honor Pledge and Plagiarism
Plagiarism is copying someone else’s work and trying to use it as your own. Examples of plagiarism are copying an essay from the internet, copying work from a friend, or having your brother do your homework for you. Even if you paraphrase someone else’s idea in your own words, it is still plagiarism. If you are found guilty of plagiarism, you will receive a zero on the assignment with no opportunity to make up the grade.
Policy for Late and Make-up Work
If you turn in a late assignment, you will lose five points for each day the assignment is late. For example, if an assignment was due on Wednesday, but you turn it in on Friday, ten points will be deducted from your original grade. If you need an extension on as assignment, you must communicate with me before the due date.
In the event of an absence, you will have one week from the date of the assignment to turn in your make-up work.
Rules and Procedures
Our classroom needs to be an environment where every student can learn. Any behavior that inhibits a student’s ability to learn will not be tolerated. Cell phones and electronic devices can be amazing tools, but they are not allowed during instructional periods, reading times, or writing workshops. I will let students know when it is OK to use their electronic devices. If a student is using a device at an inappropriate time, I will ask her to place it in a space where it is not as easy for her to access. If the device continues to be a distraction, I will call or conference with the student’s guardian and our administration.
Communication
I firmly believe that communication between students, parents and teachers can lead to student success, and I look forward to speaking with each one of you. When a student is in danger of failing, I will email and/or call home. If you have a question or comment, please do not hesitate to call, email or meet with me. If you do contact me by email or voicemail, I promise to respond within two working days. If you love what we are doing, tell me. If you think I should do something differently, tell me. I am constantly improving and the easiest way for me to do that is listening to your feedback.
Cheers,
Lisa Wingerath / English 9&10
Teresa Tyler / English Department Chair
Lisa M. Wingerath
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://lwingerath.weebly.com
Room 209 3rd and 4th Period
CHAT Room 213
Course Description:
In 9th Grade English we will read and analyze some of my favorite pieces of literature. Prepare to experience love at first site with William Shakespeare, longing for home with Ulysses, and the dramatic lives of the Greek Gods in Heroes, Gods, and Monsters of the Greek Myths. This course will also focus on developing your skills in writing and reading comprehension. We will go over quite a few “tricks” that will help you become a strong reader and confident writer. Prepare to expand your vocabulary and sharpen your skills in grammar through daily lessons.
Possible Texts:
The Adventures of Ulysses The Giver Romeo and Juliet
Heroes, Gods, and Monsters “Thank You, M’am” “The Necklace”
Objectives and SOLs:
Our course is aligned with the Virginia Standards of Learning Objectives for Ninth Grade. You can view these objectives on http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/
These objectives are minimum standards for our class. While we will keep these objectives in mind, we will go above and beyond these learning objectives.
Grading and Grading Scale:
We will follow the ten point grading scale included in the AHS Student Handbook.
Tests, Writing, Projects 50%
Quizzes (Vocab, Literature) 25%
Daily Classwork 15%
Journal Writing 10%
Students will complete a Midterm and Final Assessment that will count for 20% of their grade at the end of each semester. This final assessment may be a project or written test.
Materials:
Pens and Pencils
Three Ring Binder
Dividers for Notebook (Literature, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar, Journals)
Notebook Paper
A Book for Silent Reading (We will visit the library).
Honor Pledge and Plagiarism
Plagiarism is copying someone else’s work and trying to use it as your own. Examples of plagiarism are copying an essay from the internet, copying work from a friend, or having your brother do your homework for you. Even if you paraphrase someone else’s idea in your own words, it is still plagiarism. If you are found guilty of plagiarism, you will receive a zero on the assignment with no opportunity to make up the grade.
Policy for Late and Make-up Work
If you turn in a late assignment, you will lose five points for each day the assignment is late. For example, if an assignment was due on Wednesday, but you turn it in on Friday, ten points will be deducted from your original grade. If you need an extension on as assignment, you must communicate with me before the due date.
In the event of an absence, you will have one week from the date of the assignment to turn in your make-up work.
Rules and Procedures
Our classroom needs to be an environment where every student can learn. Any behavior that inhibits a student’s ability to learn will not be tolerated. Cell phones and electronic devices can be amazing tools, but they are not allowed during instructional periods, reading times, or writing workshops. I will let students know when it is OK to use their electronic devices. If a student is using a device at an inappropriate time, I will ask her to place it in a space where it is not as easy for her to access. If the device continues to be a distraction, I will call or conference with the student’s guardian and our administration.
Communication
I firmly believe that communication between students, parents and teachers can lead to student success, and I look forward to speaking with each one of you. When a student is in danger of failing, I will email and/or call home. If you have a question or comment, please do not hesitate to call, email or meet with me. If you do contact me by email or voicemail, I promise to respond within two working days. If you love what we are doing, tell me. If you think I should do something differently, tell me. I am constantly improving and the easiest way for me to do that is listening to your feedback.
Cheers,
Lisa Wingerath / English 9&10
Teresa Tyler / English Department Chair