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*Google Classroom Codes*Coach Hanssen 2nd Period: rljwbjiEmail: rhanss@ 3rd Period: w33qvz2 4th Period: k4sdh6x 6th Period: 3imphg2 SYLLABUS: ENGLISH I HONORS Course OverviewEnglish I Honors fosters the development of careful reading strategies and practical, technical, and analytical writing techniques as preparation for the Advanced Placement courses at the 11th and 12th grade levels. English I Honors requires students to analyze how an author creates meaning by focusing on elements of style, tone, and historical context within novels, drama, and poetry. Assessments include critical reading quizzes and exams, process writing, and in-class timed writings similar to those on the AP Exam. Materials for Distance Learning:Electronic device w/access to NEISD Launchpad Paper, pen for note takingConductZoom expectations: requirement for classroom conduct is simple: Be honest, respectful, and responsible. Please review the attached guidelines regarding Academic Honesty, always speak kindly, and please complete the assigned tasks before class as well as actively participate during class. Grading CategoriesDaily Work/Virtual participation/Homework 25% (none are dropped; none can be retaken if failed)Minor Writings/Quizzes 35% (none are dropped; none can be retaken if failed)Major Writings/Projects/Exams 40% (none are dropped, can be retaken for a 70 max)Communication· Skyward: Please note that mass emails sent through Skyward are sent from a “no reply” email address. When responding, be sure to email me directly @rhanss@. Do NOT simply press “reply,” as I will not receive the email.· Remind 101: Text @coachhanss to 81010· Google Classroom: All Zoom links, assignments, materials, and feedback will be posted in Google Classroom.Late WorkStudents are expected to turn in assignments by the posted due date. A 20% deduction from the total grade earned will be taken for late work not made up within the set time period. Late assignments will be accepted until the material has been assessed or within a three-week grading period, whichever occurs first (see NEISD grading policy). It is the responsibility of the student to notify the teacher of extenuating circumstances that may prevent a student from meeting deadlines. Make-Up WorkMissed quizzes or tests need to be made up during scheduled tutoring times. Any work that was assigned prior to your absence and due on the day of your absence is expected to be turned in on the day you return. Per NEISD grading policy, students have a 1:1 ratio for making up work that is assigned on the day(s) of absence.What to Expect:Students should expect homework. Homework will include careful reading and annotation, usually with an accompanying written response, a review of terms, and/or finishing tasks that were started in class. Students should expect to be challenged. This course will initially build upon prior knowledge, but the majority of critical reading and technical writing skills taught will be largely unfamiliar. Students should expect to receive an abundance of resources. In addition to clear and systematic instruction every day, students will build their own Honors Handbook that will contain every resource needed for success. Additionally, tutoring is available Monday-Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 9:45am and Wednesday 3:30-4:30pm Students should expect written and verbal feedback. Graded work will be returned with helpful guidance included. It is the responsibility of each student to fully utilize this feedback for future success. Students should expect to be prepared. This course is excellent preparation for the EOC/STAAR and AP exams for students who complete homework and assigned tasks with diligence, engage in classroom discussion, ask questions, and attend tutoring when needed. A proactive approach to one’s own education is vital for success. Academic Honesty? What is considered Academic Dishonesty?? Taking a picture of an assignment, quiz, test, or exam and sending it to one or more people.? Use of phone, smart watch, or similar device in my room, unless specifically allowed.? Copying anyone else’s work. Even copying a portion of something makes the whole assignment, quiz, test, exam a zero.? “Consulting” or “researching” on the internet and using that information on an assignment, either word for word or paraphrasing. Others’ IDEAS are their own intellectual property. You must give credit if the idea/info you find is not your own.? Writing answers on your book, hands, legs, desk, etc.? Looking at someone else’s paper during classwork, quizzes, tests, exams.? Communicating with others during classwork, quizzes, tests, exams.? Asking or telling someone what is on the assignment, quiz, test, exam.? Group chats where answers and assignment/quiz/test content are shared.? REMEMBER, allowing someone to cheat off of you only hurts YOU. ? You are giving away your class rank, potential scholarship $$, and your reputation by helping someone else.? A legacy of cheating may affect your future participation in campus leadership positions in band, athletics, orchestra, etc. and in organizations like PALS, NHS, JROTC, etc. ? Practice some vague responses for friends who ask, “what’s on the__?” You might say: I don’t remember! – or- It was multiple choice. – or - It was about cell division (whatever topic you’re studying). Anything the teacher has told the class about the assignment, quiz, test, or exam is not considered cheating. Sharing the content of the assignment, quiz, test, or exam IS cheating.? Ask your teacher for advice before making a decision that could result in negative consequences.REMEMBER: This is not an exhaustive list of ways that academic dishonesty can occur; academic dishonesty will result in a zero, parent contact, and sponsor/coach contact; zeros earned as a result of cheating will remain zeros, and there is not a replacement assignment; academic honesty is required at ALL times, even when there is a substitute. ................
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