Class Description
ENGLISH 9
The 9th grade English student will present and critique dramatic readings of literary selections and will continue to develop proficiency in making planned oral presentations.
Knowledge of literary terms and forms will be applied in the students own writing and in the analysis of literature. Students will be introduced to significant literary works from a variety of cultures and era, from 1000 A.D. to the present. Increased requirements for research and reporting in all subjects are supported by the use of electronic databases and a standard style sheet method to cite reference sources. Writing will encompass narrative, literary, expository, and technical forms, with
particular attention to analysis.
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ENGLISH 10
The 10th grade English student will read and critique short stories, dramatic selections, nonfiction essays, poetry, and a novel. This literature will come from a variety of eras and cultures which the student will compare and contrast. The student will study the similarities and differences in cultural influences as well as universal themes that are represented. Attention in writing will be given to effective word choice and vivid description as well as development of varied sentences and well-organized and logically-structured paragraphs. The student will edit and critique both personal and peer writing. Analysis of printed consumer information will be included in the course. The student will practice oral communication skills and communication in small group learning activities
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Class Expectations Mrs.Berry has of the students.
1. Respect yourself, your classmates, and your teacher.
2. Prepare yourself for class. Bring all necessary materials, including homework assignments. Late homework assignments will not receive full credit.(You may bring in your homework the following day for partial credit.)
3.Be punctual. In order to avoid being counted tardy, you must be in your seat ready to work when the bell rings. After the third tardy you will receive detention.
4. Be responsible. If you miss class, bring an excuse and meet with me before class for make-up work. It is your responsibility to complete your make-up work in a timely manner.
5. Meet deadlines. Unless there is an emergency, we expect you to turn in all assignments on the day they are due. Your grade will be reduced by one letter grade for each day that an assignment is late, unless we make arrangements in advance.
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Materials Needed:
Notebook (2" 3 ring binder)
Looseleaf paper
Folder
Journal (one subject notebook or other bound book)
Pencils
Small assignment notebook that can be used for all classes
Small index cards
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Grading Scale:
A 93-100
B 85-92
C 77-84
D 70-76
F Below 70
Consequences of Breaking Expectations:
1. A verbal warning.
2. An after class discussion with Ms. Berry to develop a clear idea of what the problem is and what needs to be done to resolve the problem.
3. Phone call home.
4. One-way ticket to the office!
*Teacher reserves the right to skip any of these steps.
Below is a list of activities you can use to get extra practice on assignments.
Please keep a record of the extra assignments you complete and let Ms. Berry know when completed.
My 2012-2013 Schedule
Period 1 8:10-8:57 Conference
Period 2 9:02-10:34 English Inclusion w/Miss Singleton
Period 3 10:34-11:01 Lunch 11:04-12:36 Study Skills
Period 4 12:41-2:13 English Inclusion w/Miss Singleton
Period 5 2:18-3:07 Parking Lot Duty (East End)
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