Espaol I: 2017-2018 Course Syllabus

Instructor: M. McCormick maeghan.mccormick@atcschool.org

505- 438-4026 http://maestramccormick.weebly.com
Availability: by appointment- morning, lunch or after school

Spanish Department Philosophy: ATC's Spanish Department helps students to become global citizen
scholars, helping them to communicate with, explore and experience the Spanish-speaking world.

Spanish Department Objectives: The Spanish department strives to provide high quality education in
Spanish to all students, regardless of their linguistic background. All Spanish courses will focus on the
acquisition of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Our program will prepare students for
postsecondary education (including dual credit courses) and the work force.

Graduation Requirements: 3 years of language; at least two years of the same language

Course Description:
Spanish I - Foreign Language - available to grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course introduces students to the basic skills - listening, speaking, reading, and writing - and to the
basic structures of Spanish taught within the cultural context. Emphasis will be placed on oral and
written communication skills. Students are made aware of the importance of Spanish in their world.

World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages

Communication: Communicate effectively in more than one language in order to function in a variety of situation and for
multiple purposes.
Standard 1.1: Interpersonal Communication. Learners interact and negotiate meaning in spoken, signed, or
written conversations to share information, reactions, feelings, and opinions.
Standard 1.2: Interpretive Communication. Students understand, interpret and analyze what is heard, read, or
viewed on a variety of topics.
Standard 1.3: Presentational Communication. Students present information, concepts, and ideas to inform,
persuade, and narrate on a variety of topics using appropriate media and adapting to various audiences of
listeners, readers, or viewers.

Cultures: Interact with cultural competence and understanding

Standard 2.1: Relating Cultural Practices to Perspectives: Learners use the language to investigate, explain, and
reflect on the relationship between the practices and perspectives of the cultures studied.
Standard 2.2: Relating Cultural Products to Perspectives: Learners use the language to investigate, explain,
and reflect on the relationship between the products and perspectives of the cultures studied.

CONNECTIONS Connect with other disciplines and acquire information and diverse perspectives in order to use the
language to function in academic and career related situations
Standard 3.1: Making Connections: Learners build, reinforce, and expand their knowledge of other disciplines
while using the language to develop critical thinking and to solve problems creatively
Standard 3.2: Acquiring Information and Diverse Perspectives: Learners access and evaluate information and
diverse perspectives that are available through the language and its cultures.

COMPARISONS Develop insight into the nature of language and culture in order to interact with cultural competence
Standard 4.1: Language Comparisons: Learners use the language to investigate, explain, and reflect on the
nature of language through comparisons of the language studied and their own.
Standard 4.2: Cultural Comparisons: Learners use the language to investigate, explain, and reflect on the
concept of culture through comparisons of the cultures studied and their own.

COMMUNITIES Communicate and interact with cultural competence in order to participate in multilingual
communities at home and around the world
Standard 5.1: School and Global Communities: Learners use the language both within and beyond the
classroom to interact and collaborate in their community and the globalized world
Standard 5.2: Lifelong Learning: Learners set goals and reflect on their progress in using languages for
enjoyment, enrichment, and advancement.

Classroom Norms
1. Students will come to class ready to learn. This includes arriving with materials, listening actively,
speaking in Spanish, daring to take risks, and having a positive attitude.

2. Students will prepare themselves by completing personal business before/after class. This
includes using the restroom, eating and drinking. (Students can have water in class). Students will
commit to engaging with the class material for the entire hour. If an emergency arises, students can leave
class at an appropriate interval to use the restroom or drink water. They will sign out at the door and
take the hall pass with them. If students cannot use the system in a responsible way, the process will be
revised for individuals, the class, or all classes. Students are allowed a small snack or drink on occasion
when needed. Their food should not disrupt their learning experience or that of others.

3. Students will use technology appropriately in class. Cell phones, iPods, and other personal
electronic devices are not allowed in class without prior authorization. Students are not allowed to
charge their devices in class without prior approval. If a student is unable to comply, the device will be
confiscated for a specified amount of time. When classroom opportunities arise to use technology,
students will follow school policies on appropriate use and follow teacher directions.

4. Student will respect themselves, their fellow classmates, the teacher and any classroom guests.

5. Students will accept responsibility for their own learning. No whining, excuses or blaming. The
schools late work policy will be enforced. Communication with the instructor is highly encouraged.

6. Student will help to keep the classroom clean and safe.

ATC school policies will be enforced in the classroom in addition to the classroom norms
described above. This includes the information provided in the code of conduct and late work
policy. Failure to comply with will result in:
1st instance- warning
2nd instance- conference with teacher and phone call home
3rd instance- lunch detention and phone call home
More than 3 instances- student is referred to school administration
Materials needed
1 three ring binder with 6 dividers dedicated to Spanish. Notebooks will be graded on
completeness and content throughout the school year. (students are accountable for their own
binders)
Pens, pencils
notebook paper
Technology:
Students will has access to a virtual textbook called Descubre 1 or 2, Imagina or Temas, depending on
their class level. They will also have access to the supersite that is associated with the textbook. Here
they will complete practices in-class and for homework. Success in the class depends on having access to
these programs. Students will have time in class to complete some activities. They have access to the
schools computer lab before and after school. If a student does not have internet access at home, other
arrangements should be made (such as the public library).

It is the responsibility of the student to come to class each day prepared with the proper materials. If a book
or technology is checked out to a student, they are responsible for keeping track of those materials. They
may be held financially responsible if materials are lost, stolen, or damaged. Students may be required to
purchase supplies for special projects (i.e. poster board)

Grade Evaluation:
Each semester grade includes 80% quarter grades and 20% semester exams. Q1 + Q2 + E1 = S1. Each quarter
will be divided as follows:
Formative Assignments (i.e. practice assignments) Summative Assignments (i.e. demonstrate mastery)
Classwork: 20% Tests/Quizzes/Projects: 60%
Homework: 10%
Habits of Work 10%

Classwork (25%): Students will earn points for completeness and accuracy of assignments. Assignments will
include grammar practice, student journals and other in-class activities. Individual and group projects will be
included in this category.

Homework (15%): Homework will be used as a tool for review and reinforcement of concepts. It will always
be due on Tuesdays and Thursdays. When appropriate, technology and community resources may be required
to complete homework assignments. Please understand that homework will be reviewed and discussed during
the following class period and that No name papers will receive no credit! Please identify your work.

Habits of Work (15%) This includes your classroom habits including willingness to try new things,
participating in class, and using appropriate classroom behavior
Quality workerHabits of Work Prompt & Prepared
Attending Skills
Involved Citizen Contributes positively & behaves ethically
Collaborative Worker Works actively & cooperatively

Tests/Quizzes/Projects:
Due dates for summative assignments will be given at least a week in advance. Please review the class
website and curriculum map for approximate dates. When appropriate, students will be given a pre-test
before the unit of study to track their progress. Students are able to make test corrections within one
week of the exam, and will receive full credit for their work, if complete and in the appropriate format. It
is the responsibility of the student to make arrangements to make up summative assignments if they are
absent. Late projects will be penalized if arrangements with the instructor have not been made.
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Dear Parents:

I am pleased to be given the opportunity to teach your child. Your involvement is essential to his or her
success. This years class syllabus is available on my website for easy reference
(http://maestramccormick.weebly.com). Please review it with them at home. On Tuesday, August 22nd
students should come to school with this signed agreement and the appropriate supplies including a
Spanish binder. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me.

Class donations needed:

1 box Kleenex Clorox wipes
1 pack pencils Hand sanitizer
Extra notebooks

Thank you,

Maeghan McCormick, ATC Spanish Instructor

My signature confirms that I have read the class syllabus and that I understand the expectations and
requirements of the class.

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Students First and Last Name (Print)

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Signature of Student Date Signed

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Signature of Parent or Guardian Date Signed

Parent or Guardian Contact Information: Please list an appropriate email address and phone number to
contact you.

Email address: _______________________________________________________

Telephone: __________________________________________________________

Any additional information you feel will help me to better teach or engage your child:

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Spanish III Teacher: Maeghan McCormick Email: maeghan.mccormick@atcschool.org

Website: http://maestramccormick.weebly.com Phone: 505- 438-4026

Homework due: Tuesdays and Thursdays

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Estimados padres:

Es un placer tener a su hijo/hija en la clase de espaol. El apoyo de los padres es muy importante para el
xito escolar de sus hijos. El programa de estudios est en el sitio de web de la clase
(http://maestramccormick.weebly.com) Por favor lalo con su hijo/hija. Ah encontrar una descripcin
de la clase, las reglas, y los materiales. El martes, 22 de agosto, los estudiantes deben regresarme este
contrato firmado. Tambin deben llegar a la escuela con sus materiales, incluyendo un encuadernador. Si
tienen preguntas o preocupaciones, por favor, comunquense con nosotras.

Pedimos donaciones de:

Kleenex toallitas desinfectantes
Lpices geles antispticos (para manos)
Carpetas de anillas o carpetas con papel

Mil gracias,

Maeghan McCormick, ATC maestra de espaol

Firmo que he ledo el programa de estudios, entiendo las expectativas y los requisitos de la clase.

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Nombre y apellido del estudiante

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Firma del estudiante Fecha

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Firma del padre/tutor Fecha

Informacin de los padres:

Direccin del correo electrnico: _______________________________________________________

Nmero de telfono: __________________________________________________________

Agregue cualquier informacin adicional que puede ayudarnos en la enseanza de su hijo/hija:

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Espaol III Maestra: Maeghan McCormick Correo: maeghan.mccormick@atcschool.org

Sitio: http://maestramccormick.weebly.com telfono: 505- 438-4026

Se entrega la tarea: los martes y jueves