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Annapolis High School YearbookMs. Margaret BenshawPhone:410-266-5240, x253 Email: mbenshaw@ Planning Periods: 2A & 4B Websites: ahighyb. Yearbook Email: ahighyb@ The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.This International Baccalaureate Middle Years (IB MYP) course covers the AACPS curriculum and is taught and assessed using IB methodology. The IB’s student-centered philosophy, with its focus on inquiry, action and reflection, empowers students for a lifetime of learning, both independently and in collaboration with others. An IB education centers on learners, develops effective approaches to teaching and learning, and explores significant content within global contexts.Course OverviewWelcome to the yearbook! In this course, the students will be responsible for the production and sale of the Annapolis High School Yearbook. Together, we will practice our skills of organization and collaboration as we creatively work to produce a publication that both meets our deadline and that truly represents our school and community. As producers of a visual time capsule, we will document the experiences and feelings of the students and staff of Annapolis High School. As a member of the yearbook staff, you are truly a member of a business. Everyone will have roles and responsibilities and are expected to complete their parts, while also helping out their fellow teammates. IB-MYP Arts Course AimsYearbook Course ObjectivesThe aims of MYP arts are to encourage and enable students to: Create and present artDevelop skills specific to the disciplineEngage in a process of creative exploration and (self)-discoveryMake purposeful connections between investigation and practiceUnderstand the relationship between art and its contextsRespond to and reflect on artDeepen their understanding of the world. The Yearbook course aims to develop students’ organization, production, and writing abilities, among other things. As this is a school-wide publication that will be kept on file as a record of the 2014-2015 school year for the remainder of this schools’ existence, it is imperative that care be taken when producing this yearbook. An eye for detail, and a flare for creativity, will help make this the best yearbook yet. This course also adheres to the MYP/IB goals of learners that are inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, balanced, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, and reflective. Examples of Responsibilities: Interviewing Students/AdultsSelling yearbooksWriting copy (text, captions, headlines, stories, etc.)Creating LayoutsAttending Events/Taking PhotographsTagging pictures, typing names, editing spreadsWorking as a teamActively participating in class and Edmodo discussionsMarketing yearbook to consumers; ad campaignsMultitasking in several departments and page groupsRepresenting the Yearbook! Specific job requirements are outlined in the Staff HandbookOverall Course Timeline Time FrameUnit Title/ContentEssential Questions MYP Global ContextAug. – Sep. Roles and ResponsibilitiesWhat does it mean to be a part of a team?What are the expectations for the yearbook? What are my strengths and how can I use them to make this yearbook incredible? How can I grow this year as a staff member?Identities & RelationshipsOrientation in Time & SpacePersonal & Cultural ExpressionFairness & DevelopmentSept. – Nov. Deadline 1Fall Pages: Off to the Right StartHow can we incorporate the theme into the fall pages?How can we be inclusive of all students? What writing and arts skills are necessary for production?Nov. – Jan. Deadline 2Winter Pages: Refining the Skills of Production How can we incorporate the theme into the winter pages?How can we be inclusive of all students? What writing and arts skills are necessary for production?Jan. – MarchFinal Deadline 3 & 4Meeting the Final DeadlinesHow can we incorporate the theme into the spring pages?How can we be inclusive of all students? What writing and arts skills are necessary for production?March – April ReflectingWhat were our strengths and weaknesses as we worked throughout the year?How can we improve for the upcoming books?April - JuneDistribution & Planning AheadHow can we seamlessly distribute the yearbooks?What can we do now to prepare for next year?Intercultural UnderstandingAs an MYP/IB school, Annapolis High School dedicates itself to developing 21st century diverse and intercultural students. Throughout this course, students will be capturing the diversity of the Annapolis High School population in the yearlong production of the yearbook. Each culture will be treated as a piece to the puzzle that is Annapolis, demonstrating that this school is not complete without each of the unique pieces that make it up. Students will celebrate those differences that make Annapolis High School such a remarkable place to be. Required materialsStudents are expected to bring the following materials to every class every day.Binder/Notebook with paper (to keep resources, keep track of ad sales, brainstorming ideas, etc.)Pencil or penFlashdrive Camera, if you have one—not required on a daily basis (AHS is NOT responsible if it is lost or stolen so please keep track of it at all times)Textbooks and ResourcesPrevious YearbooksInternet to generate ideasOnline Josten’s program ( ) All textbooks/resources accessible at school as well as at home. Assessments:Students will be informally assessed through formative assessments throughout the course and formally assessed through summative assessments through the various deadlines. In Yearbook, students are assessed using the following criteria: Adherence to deadlinesProduction concept attainment/Training ExercisesConventions of Writing (grammar, spelling, word choice, etc.) Organization/TeamworkSample AssessmentsFormativeSummativeWork Sessions*, Discussions, Organization, Concept Practice, Layout Brainstorming, Training Exercises, Homework/ Edmodo PostsEvent photographyFinal page layoutsAdvertising/yearbook promotionsTeamworkDeadlinesWritten storiesInterviewsTraining Projects Grading Policy:Students will receive grade sheets every two weeks to monitor their progress. Students will receive a .1% if a missing assignment may still be submitted for credit. The AACPS grading table is as follows: A 100-90B 89-80C 79-70D 69-60E 59 and below Report card grades for this course will be comprised of the following elements:40%Formative Assessments* 40%Summative Assessments 10%Homework 10%Quarterly Assessment*Attendance Policy in conjunction with Formative Assessments/Work Sessions:As a member of the yearbook staff, it is imperative to be in class every day working diligently. Therefore, work sessions are a large portion of the grade. Should a staffer be absent, the absent must be excused in order to be excused from that day’s work session. If the absence is uncoded, the student will receive a 0/10 for that day. An alternative assignment must be completed in order to replace that zero.Minimum: A minimum grade of 50% will be given for all assignments or assessments for which the student made a good faith effort, as determined by the teacher. If a student does no work on an assignment or assessment, the teacher shall assign a grade of zero.Approximate expectation for assignments and assessments: Homework—daily Classwork—every other day Major Projects—varies depending on the layout and advertising/sales deadlinesMajor Exams—one per quarter and/or meeting and submitting for our deadlinesParent Notification: Parents will be notified at least three weeks prior to the end of the marking period if a student has a failing grade. Parents may log into parentconnect. to see their student’s grade at any time. Please contact guidance if you do not already have a log in.Late work Please endeavor to turn all work in when due. If you have a reason that the work must be late please meet with me. Students are expected to complete assignments, in full, to the best of his/her ability and students should take advantage of tutoring and reteaching opportunities so that the student can submit his/her best work. Late assignments are penalized 5% for each day it is late up until five school days (not A/B days). After five school days, the assignment becomes a zero and may not be submitted for a grade. When a student is absent, it is the student’s responsibility to get the make-up work. The student will be allotted the same number of days equal to the number of days absent to make-up work.Re-do PolicySince deadlines are so concrete in Yearbook, there are VERY few opportunities for redos on layouts and other assignments. Please come to class prepared. Since the objective of the course is to master the standards, there will be occasions to redo assignments. It is important to maintain the integrity of this policy. Having the ability to redo assignments should not lead to halfhearted attempts at work with the specific intention of redoing it later. This policy is to support the development of mastery of standards. Consistent with Anne Arundel County Board of Education policy on grading, students who have not yet met mastery standards shall have one additional opportunity to improve their scores on a minimum of 4 assignments of their choosing with the exception of homework, some multi-component research papers/projects, quarterly assessments, and assignments due during the last week of the marking period. Teacher facilitated re-teaching is recommended before a student uses his or her opportunities for mastery (re-do) but is not required. Students must complete and submit re-do assignments within 10 school days of receiving returned original graded work and the highest score earned will be recorded. For re-dos, the teacher may elect to create an alternative assessment that measures student mastery of the same content standards. After an opportunity to re-do for mastery has been submitted, the higher grade will be the grade of record.All student re-teaching will take place after school Tuesdays please endeavor to schedule this meeting in advance so that we both are prepared.Academic IntegrityIn order to promote the pursuit of academic excellence and learning, Anne Arundel County Public Schools expects its students to conform to specific standards of academic integrity. Academic integrity means exhibiting honesty in all academic exercises and assignments. Academic dishonesty refers to any form of misconduct that occurs in relation to all formal academic exercises. The academic integrity policy will be strictly enforced. Plagiarism, depending on the degree and case, may result in a zero without the ability to redo the work. Always cite all sources used and consulted while completing assignments. Cheating on any assignment will result in a zero. This includes “helping” another student by giving him or her one’s own work to copy. This is academically dishonest and will not be tolerated. The student who lends his or her work and the student who is copying it will receive zeroes on the assignment. Neither will be able to redo the work.Electronics Expectations:The teacher will announce at the beginning of every class that all electronics should be off and away, signaling a “red” sign. If smart devices are allowed to be out for educational purposes, the teacher will announce and turn the electronic device sign to “green.” Smart devices then may be used for the stated objectives. When smart devices are to be put away, the electronic device sign will again be turned to “red.” Behavioral Expectations:AHS students, staff, and visitors will make a pledge and commitment to their school and its mission. In doing so, students show respect for themselves, learning, others, and property. Self: Be prepared; Use appropriate language;Have respect for yourself; Try your BEST!; Have a “Can Do” attitude!Others: Listen; Participate; Use language appropriate for school; Avoid conflict; Offer and accept constructive criticismLearning: Come to class daily and on time;Bring materials; Participate; Study; Ask for help; Follow instructions; Complete assignments on timeProperty: Keep an organized notebook with quality notes; Keep your space clean; Stay in your seatKeep desk/area clearRespect the computers and other equipment in the roomAcknowledgement and Contact InformationPlease detach the following page and return it to your instructor. Communication is vital in the 21st century classroom, and especially in Yearbook. Please provide as much contact information as you can so that your teacher may stay in touch with you and your family regarding major deadlines, concerns, praises, etc. As educators, we believe our work to enlighten our students cannot be done alone. Therefore, we rely on and value the involvement and dedication of our parents to help us truly reach our students. We ask that you take full advantage of conferences, email/phone contact with us as well as visiting our classroom to observe our learning environment and help with the progress of your child.I genuinely look forward to being a part of this educational and production process with you. ___________________________Ms. Benshaw-47625120650By signing below, I affirm that I have read and understand the course syllabus for Yearbook as set forth by the instructor, and agree to abide by them. Student Name_________________________________________Class Period____________Student Signature______________________________________Date__________________Parent Name (Print) ____________________________________Parent Signature_______________________________________Date__________________Best Phone Number to Contact ________________________________________(PLEASE WRITE NEATLY) Parent Email** _______________________________________________________________ Student Email**______________________________________________________________**Email is the preferred way of communication as it is immediate, and I can respond during class. Providing emails allows the teacher the ability to send out reminders of due dates of projects and other important class information. Your email addresses will remain confidential, and not used for any other purpose other than business relevant to your student. Questions, Comments, Concerns: 00By signing below, I affirm that I have read and understand the course syllabus for Yearbook as set forth by the instructor, and agree to abide by them. Student Name_________________________________________Class Period____________Student Signature______________________________________Date__________________Parent Name (Print) ____________________________________Parent Signature_______________________________________Date__________________Best Phone Number to Contact ________________________________________(PLEASE WRITE NEATLY) Parent Email** _______________________________________________________________ Student Email**______________________________________________________________**Email is the preferred way of communication as it is immediate, and I can respond during class. Providing emails allows the teacher the ability to send out reminders of due dates of projects and other important class information. Your email addresses will remain confidential, and not used for any other purpose other than business relevant to your student. Questions, Comments, Concerns: ................
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