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CLASSROOM POLICIES & PROCEDURES

**English 11** **Classroom Policies and Procedures** **Instructor: Mrs. Cynthia Eddy** **cynthia.eddy@carlynton.k12.pa.us** **(412) 429-2500 X2113** __**Course Objective**__

English 11 is a survey course of American Literature, which includes the study of the following periods: The Native American & Puritan Influence, Romanticism, Realism, Modernism, and Contemporary Literature. A strong emphasis will be placed on writing. Students will write in all modes--description, exposition, narration, and persuasion. In addition to essay writing, students will also learn how to write a fully documented traditional research paper. Vocabulary development will be emphasized as well as proper writing and speaking skills. Technology will be implemented into all aspects of the curriculum.

__**Materials - Required Daily**__

//**Textbooks**// - Each student will receive a literature book to keep at home for homework assignments. A set of literature books will be available in class for daily use. Students may borrow literature books during study halls. The library also has literature books available for student use. Homework Folder - A sturdy folder with pockets is required for homework assignments. It is recommended that students replace the homework folder each grading period. //**Notebook Paper**// will be provided. Notebooks are recommended but not required. //**Planner**// - It is recommended that all students keep a planner. This helps with organization and allows students to manage time more efficiently.
 * //Binder//** - Students are required to keep a one-inch, three-ringed binder for this course. Pertinent information related to each unit of study will be placed in the student binder, creating a comprehensive collection of work throughout the school year. Binders will be stored in the classroom.
 * //Assignment Sheets//** - Students will be given a weekly assignment sheet that outlines the daily lesson plans as well as homework assignments. Students are responsible for updating the weekly assignment sheet and keeping all work organized. Weekly assignments will also be posted on my website.

__**Daily Routine**__ Students will begin each class by completing a warm-up activity. Students should check the warm-up basket each day as they enter the classroom and immediately begin working. All assignments must be labeled in the top right-hand corner of the paper with the following information: full name, date, period.


 * __Attendance and Make-Up Work__**

It is the students’ responsibility to obtain class notes and materials distributed on the day(s) of an absence. These materials will be located in a make-up folder in the classroom. Make-up work will not be passed out or collected. It is the responsibility of the students to pick up and turn in missed assignments and to schedule make-up quizzes and tests. Missed quizzes/tests must be made up during homeroom, before/after school, or during periods 2 & 4. Occasionally, class time can be used to complete make-up assignments. Students will be given the number of days absent to make up missed assignments. Students are not permitted to interrupt other class periods to make up assignments. **Check the weekly assignment sheet and the website for missed work.**


 * __Late Work Policy for Major Assignments__**

Late assignments will receive a deduction of 10% each late day. After 5 days, the assignment will not be accepted. Weekend days will count as late days.


 * __Grading Policy__**

Evaluations for this course are given on a point basis. All grades will be calculated on a percentage basis and will fall in line with the district’s grading policy.


 * __Behavior__**

The district’s discipline policies will be enforced for inappropriate classroom behavior, which includes but is not limited to the following: coming to class unprepared talking or making inappropriate comments during class disruptive behavior sleeping in class doing homework for another class during English class excessive/inappropriate use of hall pass privileges tardiness

on any assignment will result in a zero for that assignment and the appropriate disciplinary action will correspond with the district’s cheating policy.
 * __Plagiarism__**


 * __Student Assessment__**

//**Homework**// Homework will be assigned several nights a week. Students should place previous night’s homework on their desks while working on the daily warm- up. A quick check for completion will be done in class for some assignments, and some assignments will be collected and graded.

//**Notes and Binders**// Notes will be given in class for each collection of study. Students are responsible for dating and keeping notes organized in their binders. In addition to notes, worksheets and handouts will be given for all units of study. Students are responsible for organizing these papers in their binders. Periodic (unannounced) notes/binder checks will be conducted throughout the year.

//**Quizzes and Classwork**// Points will be given for pop quizzes and announced quizzes as well as for certain in-class assignments.

//**Tests**// Comprehensive tests will be given for each of the following units of study: Collections 1-6 Literary Terms and Techniques SAT Vocabulary

//**Essays**// In-class timed writings as well as out-of-class essays will be assigned regularly throughout the year. Grading rubrics will accompany each writing assignments.

//**Projects**// Throughout the year, projects will be assigned individually and as group work. Instructions and grading rubrics will accompany each long-term project.

**Pre-AP English 11** **Classroom Policies and Procedures**
 * __Course Objective__**

Pre-AP English 11 is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition course that is offered in grade 12. Students will be required to complete a great deal of reading, writing, research, and analytical thinking throughout the year. The curriculum for this course is a survey of American Literature, which includes the study of the following periods: The Puritan Influence, Romanticism, Realism, Modernism, and Contemporary Literature. An emphasis will be placed on vocabulary development, and technology will be implemented into all aspects of the curriculum. Students who enroll in this course must make a commitment to the considerable workload. Reading and/or writing assignments will be given daily. In addition, this course includes a great deal of writing in class as students will be asked to analyze literature objectively as well as subjectively. Preparation and study are the keys to success in this course.

The midterm and final examinations for this course will be administered in AP testing format: multiple choice questions based on a literary excerpt; an essay question based on a literary excerpt; a free-response essay based on a literary work of merit.
 * __Midterm & Final Examinations__**