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�Bienvenidos a la clase de espa�ol!
Spanish 1A and 1B
Profesora: Se�ora Kellogg
kellogg_jennifer@cupertino.k12.ca.us
(408) 245-0303 ex. 224
I am excited for students to learn Spanish and to explore the diversity of Spanish speaking
countries. Spanish is a very useful language here and abroad. I encourage them to further
their knowledge beyond the classroom.
Curriculum
�Text: Navegando 1 , EMC Publishing, 2005
�Navegando 1 workbook
�Spanish 1A will cover chapters 1-6A
�Spanish 1B will review 1A concepts and cover lessons 6B-9B
�Speaking, listening, reading, and writing in Spanish will be incorporated into each
chapter.
�Group and partner work, role playing, skits, art, music, singing, videos, reading,
cartoons, navigating the web, cultural study, research, learning games, and other activities
may be used to enhance the learning and enjoyment of Spanish.
Quizzes and Tests � Pruebas y ex�menes
Tests will be given at the end of each lesson. Assessments may be made-up due to an
absence within a week. Test and quiz retakes will be available for students earning less
than a 75% score. Retakes will be on Wednesdays during lunch. They can be taken no
more than two weeks later than the original assessment. They need to demonstrate
increased comprehension and may only raise the score to 75%. Scores of 70% and below
on tests and quizzes will require a parent signature.
Homework - Tarea
Homework is for practice and memorization of concepts learned in class. A regular
assignment could take between 10-30 minutes. Additional time should be spent
memorizing vocabulary and verb conjugations. Students are expected to do homework at
home and correct their homework in class. Homework is due at the beginning of class.
Students will be given one late pass per quarter for half credit, no other late homework
will be accepted (exceptions are made for larger assignments). Absent students will be
expected to complete any missed homework and will receive points when it is shown to
the teacher no more than 5 days after returning from the absence. Students are to record
assignments in the school assignment book.
Participation � Participaci�n
A participation grade will be given at the end of each quarter (about 15% of grade). It
includes volunteering answers in class, actively participating in Spanish activities,
speaking Spanish, being prepared for class, having a positive attitude, showing effort,
respecting the classroom environment, and working on alternative Spanish activities when
finished early (not homework). Students may check my chart through the quarter to view
their progression.
Grades - Notas
Points will be totaled for participation, tests, quizzes, warm-ups, projects, skits, activities,
and homework.
� 94%=A 90%=A-
� 87%=B+ 84%=B 80%=B-
� 77%=C+ 74%=C 70%=C-
� 67%=D+ 64%=D 60%=D-
�1A students must earn a C+ average or better throughout the first three quarters in
order to be recommended to Spanish 1B.
�Students successfully completing Spanish 1A and 1B will have completed one full year of
Spanish, and may continue on to Spanish 2.
Supplies
� Two dividers for Spanish section of their binder or folder. The first section will be:
calentamientos (warm-ups) and vocabulario y verbos (vocabulary and verbs) the second
section needs to be apuntes y tarea (notes and hw). (.5 points will be deducted for lost
papers for calentamiento packet.)
� whiteboard pen (replacements throughout the year)
� Several pencils with erasers and paper
� Colored pen for correcting
� Spanish workbook (cuaderno) ($20)
Hand soap, hand sanitizer, candy, safeway cards, and Kleenex are greatly appreciated! I
will have post-its with items in my classroom for the students to take home with an item.
Negative Behavior Plan
Sequence will start or skip a step as a result of frequency and severity.
1) Verbal warning
2) Possible loss of participation points
3) Meeting with teacher to clarify the issue
4) Consequence (garbage duty, gum duty, or clean room)
5) Brunch detention
6) Lunch detention, Phone call or e-mail to parent, and or administrative action
Citizenship and work habits may be lowered by negative behavior. It will be discussed
between the student and the teacher. Sequence does not include infractions involving
gum, cell phones, and littering.
Assistance
� Assistance and make-up work can be completed in my room on makeup day.
� Students can work with friends during HW club.
� Students are encouraged to use the practice websites linked on my teacher web site.
� I can be reached by e-mail or by phone with questions or concerns.
I have reviewed and discussed this class information sheet.
Parent name __________________ signature___________________________date ___________
Student name __________________ signature___________________________
This information sheet should be kept by parent or student for future reference.
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