2012 Back to School Night

1. 2012 Back to School Night Willkommen German Deutsch Frau Parsons

2. My Class Schedule 2012-2013 • Period 1 German I • Period 2 German III • Period 3 German II • Period 4 Ger IV/AP • Period 5 Lunch/Travel • Period 6 Middle School • Period 7 Middle School

3. German I Overview • This level focuses on vocabulary and basic sentence structure. • Very hands on and active class. • Homework is assigned when necessary. Homework takes generally about 15-20 minutes. • Semester Project is due Monday, October 29. • Check out my website: • www.frauparsons.weebly.com

4. Bring Your Own Device • Ponderosa High School is part of a program called Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). I am HIGHLY encouraging this as long as students are using their devices appropriately during class time and for the purpose indicated. If students are using their devices on tests or inappropriately, they will receive a consequence. If it is a continual problem, students may lose the privilege of using the device during class time. Students can always use paper/pencil to complete the assignments. • Please refer to my website for appropriate apps for use in my classroom. Students are NOT required to have technology, however, it is an option.

5. German Club • German Club is a student run club. • We try to do 2 major activities each school year. • Last year we attended the German Christmas Market and celebrated Fasching by making masks. • We will meet monthly during Mustang time.

6. Danke • Thanks for coming tonight. • During the year, if you need to contact me, please send an email to: • Cindy.parsons@dcsdk12.org • It is easier for me to access my email than my voicemail. I will respond within in 24 hours to your email.

7. 2012 Back to School Night Willkommen German Deutsch Frau Parsons

8. My Class Schedule 2012-2013 • Period 1 German I • Period 2 German III • Period 3 German II • Period 4 Ger IV/AP • Period 5 Lunch/Travel • Period 6 Middle School • Period 7 Middle School

9. German III Overview • This is the year that we “put” it all together. The emphasis is on communicating using existing skills. • Homework is not as often, but lengthier. • Semester Project is optional. Due October 29. • 2nd Semester we will study the Holocaust and have a debate unit.

10. Bring Your Own Device • Ponderosa High School is part of a program called Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). I am HIGHLY encouraging this as long as students are using their devices appropriately during class time and for the purpose indicated. If students are using their devices on tests or inappropriately, they will receive a consequence. If it is a continual problem, students may lose the privilege of using the device during class time. Students can always use paper/pencil to complete the assignments. • Please refer to my website for appropriate apps for use in my classroom. Students are NOT required to have technology, however, it is an option.

11. German Club • German Club is a student run club. • We try to do 2 major activities each school year. • Last year we attended the German Christmas Market and celebrated Fasching by making masks. • We will meet monthly during Mustang time.

12. German Honor Society • Students who meet the requirements, can apply in January for membership in German Honor Society. Induction will be in April. • We will participate in two community service events this year. • We will attend one German cultural event as a group.

13. Danke • Thanks for coming tonight. • During the year, if you need to contact me, please send an email to: • Cindy.parsons@dcsdk12.org • It is easier for me to access my email than my voicemail. I will respond within in 24 hours to your email.

14. 2012 Back to School Night Willkommen German Deutsch Frau Parsons

15. My Class Schedule 2012-2013 • Period 1 German I • Period 2 German III • Period 3 German II • Period 4 Ger IV/AP • Period 5 Lunch/Travel • Period 6 Middle School • Period 7 Middle School

16. German II Overview • This level focuses on more advanced grammar and its usage in writing and speaking. • This is a project based course. Students will be assessed in all areas after practicing the skills. • Homework is assigned when needed. Students are expected to practice for assessments at home. Grades will appear in chunks. • Semester Project is due Monday, October 29. • Check out my website: • www.frauparsons.weebly.com

17. Bring Your Own Device • Ponderosa High School is part of a program called Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). I am HIGHLY encouraging this as long as students are using their devices appropriately during class time and for the purpose indicated. If students are using their devices on tests or inappropriately, they will receive a consequence. If it is a continual problem, students may lose the privilege of using the device during class time. Students can always use paper/pencil to complete the assignments. • Please refer to my website for appropriate apps for use in my classroom. Students are NOT required to have technology, however, it is an option.

18. German Club • German Club is a student run club. • We try to do 2 major activities each school year. • Last year we attended the German Christmas Market and celebrated Fasching by making masks. • We will meet monthly during Mustang time.

19. Danke • Thanks for coming tonight. • During the year, if you need to contact me, please send an email to: • Cindy.parsons@dcsdk12.org • It is easier for me to access my email than my voicemail. I will respond within in 24 hours to your email.

20. 2012 Back to School Night Willkommen German Deutsch Frau Parsons

21. My Class Schedule 2012-2013 • Period 1 German I • Period 2 German III • Period 3 German II • Period 4 Ger IV/AP • Period 5 Lunch/Travel • Period 6 Middle School • Period 7 Middle School

22. German IV Overview • CU Succeed Program-Students can get 3 hours of CU Denver credit for German 2110. • New this year, they must sign up by October. • Conversational based. We will be working on refining skills and expanding vocabulary. • In class presentations and speaking assessments are a large part of the course.

23. AP Overview • The AP German test is on Wednesday, May 15th. • Last year 100% passed the test with a 3, 4, or 5. • Refining skills and working on all four areas; reading, writing, speaking and listening. • Students will need to read in German outside of class and listen to podcasts outside of class. • Students will work independently in a hybrid format. At times, work can be completed at home.

24. Bring Your Own Device • Ponderosa High School is part of a program called Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). I am HIGHLY encouraging this as long as students are using their devices appropriately during class time and for the purpose indicated. If students are using their devices on tests or inappropriately, they will receive a consequence. If it is a continual problem, students may lose the privilege of using the device during class time. Students can always use paper/pencil to complete the assignments. • Please refer to my website for appropriate apps for use in my classroom. Students are NOT required to have technology, however, it is an option.

25. German Honor Society • Students who meet the requirements, can apply in January for membership in German Honor Society. Induction will be in April. • We will participate in two community service events this year. • We will attend one German cultural event as a group.

26. Danke • Thanks for coming tonight. • During the year, if you need to contact me, please send an email to: • Cindy.parsons@dcsdk12.org • It is easier for me to access my email than my voicemail. I will respond within in 24 hours to your email.