Ringgold High School
Ringgold High School
“Set the Date to Graduate”
College Prep 11th Grade American Literature and Composition Syllabus
Teacher: Phyllis Copeland pcopeland.rhs@catoosa.k12.ga.us
Joy Bishop jbishop.rhs@catoosa.k12.ga.us
Lisa Simmons lsimmons.rhs@catoosa.k12.ga.us
Catoosa County Vision: CCPS will be a nationally recognized learning community
whose graduates are prepared for tomorrow’s challenges.
RHS Mission: To empower our students with academic excellence
Course Description: American Literature and Composition focuses on a
study of American literature, highlighting
trends, themes, and issues that have occurred through-
out history. Students should come to understand that
American literature reflects the impact of social,
political, and philosophical ideas and is, therefore,
significant beyond any entertainment value it may
offer. The curriculum is created with Georgia
Common Core Performance Standards as its frame
work. These standards are designed to prepare students
for college and work readiness. (These standards may be
accessed at doe.k12.ga.us.) Student success
in meeting these standards is measured by an
end of course test mandated by the State.
Required Materials: Students should secure notebook paper, a three-ring
binder, blue or black ink pens (no other colors accepted
on work to be turned in), pencils, lined index cards, and
occasional access to a computer with Microsoft Word
and a printer.
Homework: American literature texts will be maintained in the class-
room, but students should expect some homework several
times each week. This frequently will be vocabulary
review, independent reading, and writing or revising
compositions. All assignments will have adequate allotted
time for completion; therefore, any work turned in late
should be accompanied with an explanation of extenuating
circumstances.
Outside Reading: Students are expected to engage in independent reading
in addition to in class reading. Library time is provided
for students to select materials. Students are expected to
quickly clear any financial obligations to the library so
that they are able to use the privilege of checking out
books.
Writing Portfolio: Students will be required to produce a variety of writing
samples used to measure achievement. These samples are
to be maintained in the writing portfolio in the classroom.
Make-up Work: All make-up work is the responsibility of the student
and must be completed in accordance with the policies
set forth by the Catoosa County Board of Education
(see handbook).
Grading Specifics: American Literature and Composition End of Course
Test=15% of total semester grade
Tests/Major Compositions/Group Projects=50%
Quizzes/Daily Work/Participation=50%
Parent Notification: Parents have access to Infinite Campus, which serves
as an avenue for “constant contact” between teacher and parent. It is imperative that parents have access to this valuable resource. In addition, parents are free to e-mail us, using the addresses on the first page of this syllabus.
Attendance: Students are expected to be present each day. It is the
parent/guardian responsibility to see that students
are in class each day. Achievement and success in the
class are unlikely without extremely regular
attendance.
Instructional Supply Fee The English Department is asking each student to
contribute a $3.00 instructional supply fee. We can
accept cash or checks made out to RHS. An electronic
receipt, which you may print, will be issued through
Infinite Campus/Parent Portal.
Remember: “Set the Date to Graduate”
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