SYLLABUS for ESOL I SY 2019-2020



Laura Michelle Medonelmedone@Phone Number: 210- 945-1100 Tutoring: Tuesday and Thursday 4:30-5:00 or by appointment SYLLABUS for ESOL I SY 2019-2020The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program at the high school level enrolls linguistically and culturally diverse secondary students who require intensive English language instruction and orientation to a new cultural and academic environment. ESOL students in Grade 9 are enrolled in ESOL I based on proficiency level. The class is designed to help students improve English?reading, writing, listening?and speaking skills and prepares students for the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) English Language Arts and Reading (ELAR) end of course (EOC). INSTRUCTIONAL GOALSThis course is designed to help students acquire English quickly so they can be academically successful at Judson and beyond. It will count towards meeting the English I requirement for a high school diploma. The course focus is a study of composition, literature, language and reading.At the end of this course, students who successfully complete the coursework with a passing grade will have learned:All requirements for English I creditStrategies for reading and understanding English textsA variety of literary genres Extensive English vocabulary Writing cohesive expository textsExtensive vocabulary developmentRequired MaterialsTo successfully complete this course, students will need to bring the following items to class each day: Blue, black, and red ink pens (all three colors) #2 pencils with erasers2 composition books (NO SPIRALS)4 - 2 pocket/3 brad folders all the same colorWide rule notebook paper glue sticksmap colorsmarkers1 pack multi-color construction paper1 box tissuesBilingual dictionary (optional)Course WorkOur main focus this year is ‘Workshop’. Using various pieces of mentor texts from short stories, poetry, and plays students will be given the opportunity to read and write in the following genres: Literary Fiction PoetryInterpretive EssayExpository EssayScriptsPersuasive EssayLiterary Nonfiction Literary AnalysisResearch Students will maintain a reader’s notebook, Writer’s craft book, and portfolio of their work in order to assess their own reading and writing as they go through the reading writing process. They will also be required to keep a writing and reading toolkits and homework folders. Students will also be required to read 15 minutes every day in class and at home in order to foster free choice reading. Students will be expected to have their free-choice book with them at all times. Homework will be assigned regularly to enhance and provide additional practice. Homework is NOT optional. At times, homework will require the use of computers/internet. These assignments will be given ahead of time. If the student does not have access to a computer of internet at home, arrangements can be made to use the classroom computers before or after school. Please notify me immediately to set up the appointment.In addition to the work listed above, students are expected to master key vocabulary which is essential for academic growth. The following is the list of 100 content Words we will cover this year:Please note that this is not the only vocabulary students will be exposed to or will be learning. This list reflects academic content vocabulary necessary for students to succeed in English class. Additionally, ESOL students will be learning additional vocabulary in order to communicate effectively in and out of this classroom.POLICIES AND PROCEDURESGeneral Rules Regarding Behavior:There is an expectation that all Judson High School rules will be followed. In the event of an infraction, a protocol will be followed. The steps are:Conference with student Parent phone callOffice referralParent Conference with teacher, counselor, or principalCell phones and electronic devises:At times we may use cell phones or electronic devises for instructional purposes. If the student does not have a device, it will not affect the grade. However, except for those instances, the use of electronic devises including cell phones is not permitted in the classroom. This includes talking, texting, charging, or any other use of the devise. Violations to this expectation will follow district policy. Please be aware that at Judson High School all headphones or audio devices stay off the campus. District and campus policies will be strictly observed in this classroom and failure to comply will result in disciplinary action.Grading/ Late Work Policies: I will follow the grading and late work policies set forth by the Judson ISD School Board. Daily grades are 60% (this includes quizzes and homework)Assessments are 40% (This includes tests and projects)Late work will be accepted within 3 days but will not receive a grade greater than a 75 even when mastery is demonstrated. If a student has an excused absence, it is the student’s responsibility to get the missed assignment and will have an additional day (for each missed day) to turn in the assignment without penalty. If the student missed a test or quiz, it is expected that the student will attend tutoring to complete a make-up test/quiz within a week of the absence. *Unexcused absences and truancy will receive a grade of M = zero.Missing and low grades can be improved by attending tutoring and successfully completing a different assignment covering the same objective. Work must be completed within three days of the original assignment. Please not that a re-test or re-doing an assignment cannot earn a grade higher than a 75 even when the student demonstrates mastery.I have the expectation that all students and parents continually review grades on Parent Center. Additionally, notifications will be sent via REMIND101. Please contact me if you are not able to do this. All students have that capability through the library computers. Please note that the district is moving to an all-digital format so no progress reports or report card will be printed.MOVIES:At times throughout the year we may show a movie/clip in class (G, PG, or PG-13) to enhance the learning experience. These movies are designed help students and provide a clear background; they are not, however, a time to do other homework or miss class. By signing the form below, I (the guardian) authorize my student to watch these movies.Students: Please read the course syllabus and share it with your parents. Then you and your parents should sign this sheet. Please return this sheet by Monday, August 19th, or within 5 school days of receiving it.I have read the policies and expectations for the?ESOL I class and understand them. If I choose not to meet these expectations, I am willing to accept the consequences per teacher and district policy. Parent/Guardian: Please fill out the information below for the teacher’s records.Student Name:Preferred Name:Student Birthday:Student Critical Allergies (if any):Parent/Guardian full name(s): Parent/guardian Cell/Contact Phone NumberParent/Guardian Email: Best method/time of contact: Name and relationship of emergency contact: Contact phone number and email of emergency contact:Concerns:Student Printed Name: ___________________________________________________________Student Signature: _______________________________________________________________Parent Printed Name (s): __________________________________________________________Parent Signature(s): ______________________________________________________________Date: _________ ................
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