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¡HOLA!. Me llamo Gonzalo Gallardo. ¿ Cómo te llamas?. YOU ARE EXPECTED TO…. Arrive on time and begin working on an entry activity Participate in all classroom activities Bring your materials to every class (3-ring binder, paper, writing implements)
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¡HOLA! Me llamoGonzalo Gallardo. ¿Cómote llamas?
YOU ARE EXPECTED TO… • Arrive on time and begin working on an entry activity • Participate in all classroom activities • Bring your materials to every class (3-ring binder, paper, writing implements) • Leave your cell phone and electronics in your locker before coming to class
COURSE PROCEDURES • The 9-week plan for this quarter is on my website, on the school’s main site • We will have short assessments almost every week, and at least one project per quarter—use your agenda! • On my website: additional resources, practice activities, study tips, etc. (Check for updates!)
COURSE PROCEDURES • If you need to use the bathroom, drink water, etc: bring your agenda for me to sign. Sign out before you exit, and sign in when you return
GRADING AND RETAKES • Assessments: • Quizzes = 10 points • Exams = 25 points • Projects = 25+ points • Retakes: Mandatory for any score below 70% • You may retake one quiz/exam per quarter in which you scored above 70%
GUIDED PRACTICE (homework) • Also on my website: guided practice activities for the different topics we cover • Youneed to complete the guided practice for an assessment before you are allowed to retake it
LA CLAVE DEL SILENCIO • Clave: a rhythmic pattern used in Afro-Cuban music CLAVE = SILENCE & PENCILS DOWN • If the teacher or a classmate is addressing the class, the rest of us will listen quietly
ME GUSTA! rewards • Me Gusta! stamps: A reward for your good work and enthusiasm! • You will be able to redeem your stamps in exchange for ROARS, candy or Spanish-themed prizes! • Please redeem your stamps at the end of the block
DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES You are expected to: • Uphold our School’s behavior standards during class • Show respect for yourself, your classmates and your teacher
CUESTIONARIO • Please complete the questionnaire individually 5 minutos
IN THE FUTURE… • What do you want to be in the future…? • Write at least 3 ways in which Spanish can enhance your future goal E.g. Musician: • Sing Spanish lyrics • Play with Hispanic musicians • Communicate with Hispanic fans
HANDY EXPRESSIONS • Keep this handout at the front of your binder for quick reference • You are expected to be familiar with these expressions, and to use them as needed
MI DICCIONARIO • You will have a ruled handout, to be placed as the last page of your binder • This is where you will jot down words you want to remember, “passwords,” etc.
CONTRASEÑA (password) • Words or common Spanish phrases that we will use throughout the year • Passwords will be written on the board for every class. • You are expected to write it down in Mi Diccionario, use it during the day, and incorporate it to your vocabulary!
ASK QUESTIONS! • There are no bad questions • Not sure of an instruction? Just ask! • Ask in Spanish to the fullest possible extent: e.g. say “¿Cómo se dice dog?” instead of “How do you say dog?”
ADDITIONAL HELP • Unsure on how to go about studying for an assessment? Ask me! I guarantee you will be more productive in your study, and enjoy the class even more! • It’s easiest to talk to me briefly at the end of class to schedule a time for extra help
ON THE BLANK PAGE • Fold and write your name with a marker (first and last) • You can pick a Spanish nickname if you wish (put the nickname in quotations) • Ejemplo: Peter “Pedro” Smith • Keep your tag, and bring it to class!
ON THE INDEX CARD • LAST NAME, FIRST NAME • Spanish class block • Do you have internet access at home? • Home contact information (mom’s and/or dad’s email addresses)