AP Literature & Composition Syllabus (Wingfield)

Instructor: Ms. Emmy Wingfield

Email: ewingfie@rvaschools.net
Room: 214
Class Websites:
- jm12ap.weebly.com (To see assignments and information for your class)
- Remind.com (Text the code to 81010 to receive assignment/class
reminders):___________________________________
Office Hours: Upon request I can meet with you any time before or after school.

**Please allow 48 hours for email responses. If you have not received a response within 48
hours, it is likely I did not receive it.**

Course Introduction:

Welcome to AP English Literature and Composition (and to the LAST YEAR of high school)!
This course focuses intensively on the study and practice of reading, writing, and discussion of
the works of major writers. This course is designed to comply with the curricular requirements
described in the AP English Course Description and prepare students to take the AP Literature
exam. This year the exam is scheduled for the morning of Wednesday, May 8, 2019.

The AP Lit. & Comp. Exam:

The AP Exam The three-hour AP English Literature and Composition exam gives students the
opportunity to demonstrate their mastery of their skills and abilities, and earn college credit with
an exam score of 3-5. The exam employs multiple-choice questions that test the students’ critical
reading of selected passages. The exam also requires writing as a direct measure of the student’s
ability to read and interpret literature and to use other forms of discourse effectively. Although
the skills tested in the exam remain essentially the same from year to year, each year’s exam is
composed of new questions. Ordinarily, the exam consists of 60 minutes for multiple-choice
questions followed by 120 minutes for essay questions. Performance on the essay section of the
exam counts for 55 percent of the total grade; performance on the multiple-choice section, 45
percent. Beginning with the May 2011 AP Exam administration, total scores on the multiple-
choice section will be based on the number of questions answered correctly. Points will no
longer be deducted for incorrect answers and, as always, no points will be awarded for
unanswered questions.

Class Rules and Expectations:

1. Respect – I require respect for the classroom environment and everyone in it. Respect is not
earned in my room, it is given. I believe in reciprocity – what you give is what you get. I will
always give you respect. I expect it in return.
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2. Perspective – This is asking that you be reflective; “know thyself.” In order to navigate the
complications of our own thoughts, feelings, and lives it is important to know and (hopefully)
share our truths. I ask that we all try to listen and speak with compassion. Our perspectives
affect our reality. (If you are having a problem outside of the classroom that is affecting your performance in
class, please let me know. I cannot help if I’m unaware of the issue.)

3. Understanding – This is to be understood as synonymous with open-mindedness. You are

allowed and encouraged to share differing (constructive) opinions, as long as you can deliver
AND receive them respectfully. (Personal attacks will NOT be tolerated)

Important Reminder about Grades:

• An A is reserved for truly SUPERIOR work that is far above and beyond the requirements of
an assignment (sparkling, surprising, singular…). (AP score 8 or 9)
• A B is an EXCELLENT grade that goes above and beyond the requirements of an assignment
(impressive, laudable, proficient…). (AP score 6, 7)
• A C is an AVERAGE grade that meets all requirements of an assignment (complete, sound,
creditable…). (AP score 5)
• A D is a BELOW AVERAGE grade that is lacking in some requirements of an assignment.
(inconsistent, incomplete, jumbled…). (AP score 3, 4)
• An F is a FAILING grade that does not fulfill the requirements of an assignment. (AP score 1,
2)

*Note:
All papers must be printed BEFORE class begins. You may email the paper to me BY 9 PM if
you need me to print it for you.
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Student Information

Student’s Full Name (& preferred name):___________________________________

Student email:_____________________________________

I have read the AP Lit. & Comp. syllabus, and I understand what is
expected of me in this course. In order to be successful in this course, I also
understand that it is my responsibility to adhere to the class policies, complete
assignments, and seek help when needed.

I am aware of Richmond City Public School’s cheating and plagiarism policy. I

understand that cheating includes not only cheating on a test or quiz, but also
copying a classmate’s homework, and that plagiarism is defined as “the use of one’s
words or ideas as one’s own, whether found in printed material or electronic media.”
Incidents of cheating and plagiarism will result in parental contact and a grade of zero
on that assignment.

Student Signature: ____________________________________________________

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Parent/Guardian Information

Printed Names: What is the best way

to contact you?

Phone Numbers: What is the best

time to contact you?

Email Addresses:

I have read the AP Lit. & Comp. syllabus, understand what is expected of my child in this course
and have reviewed this information with my child. I am also aware that I may contact Ms.
Wingfield with any questions and/or concerns that may arise and that I may consult Aspen for
access to my child’s academic progress throughout the semester.

Parent/Guardian
Signature:_____________________________________________________________