Espaol 3-4

Seora Montoya
Telephone: 623-703-2048
E-mail:perla.montoya@dvusd.org
Website: Boulder Creek High School

Classroom- 302
Class: M-V 7:40-8:35am
Tutoring: By appointment

Textbook: As se dice
Online text: estudio.quia.com
Course Description/Objectives
This course builds on the Spanish 1-2 curriculum, allowing students to enhance their skills in the
areas of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and grammar. By the end of the course the
students will be able to speak and write extemporaneously using short sentences and sentence
strings in present and past tenses on topics within their experience with the language. They will
be able to describe personal experiences, ask and answer questions; engage in simple
conversations; and carry out simple realistic functions. This class requires oral participation
in the target language at all times.
Course Expectations
The student will demonstrate:
Knowledge of daily Spanish language by recalling facts, terms, basic
concepts.
Understanding of facts and ideas of Spanish culture and language
Application of the Spanish language in grammar, vocabulary speaking,
listening, writing and reading
Analyze the Spanish language by breaking down and examining language,
grammar, and vocabulary.
Synthesize the Spanish language by combining vocabulary, grammar and
cultural aspects into speaking, reading, writing, and listening activities
Evaluation by listening, speaking, reading and writing in the target language
A list of beginning survival expressions will be given to you so that you can ask clarifying
questions. This is a language class, it is imperative that students strive to make a meaningful oral
contribution on a daily basis in the ultimate end being able to communicate in the target
language!
**All students will take the National Spanish Exam in April. This exam requires a minimal
fee that will be explained in a handout well before test registration. This test is an opportunity to
measure the achievement and proficiency success of your student for the year. It also allows
reflection on behalf of teachers to monitor and adjust instruction accordingly.

Materials: Due by Aug 18, 2014 Please see me if you cannot complete this by the due date.
Internet access IS ESSENTIAL at home, school or library.
3 ring binder
Pen/pencil
Paper
One colored (not blue- black) pen
4 tabs for:
Informacin de la clase/cultura
Continuous Classroom Improvement (PDSA)
Reglas -gramtica
Vocabulario tarea

Grading Policy: academic integrity and strict honesty is expected

A = 90-100%
B = 80-90%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F=
below 60%
World Language Department (80% of total grade)
o Exams/quizzes/projects
45%
o Oral, written & general participation
35%
o Homework
20%
District Final exams (20% of total grade)
o Written
25%
o Speaking
25%
o Objective
50%
Homework: Daily review of notes from the day approximately 15-20 minutes.
Homework is given regularly. Students are expected to write assignments down in a secure
place. Assignments can be found online or written on the board in class. On-line assignments
will be given in advance of a due date to be completed in a diligent manner.
Attendance:
Regular and timely attendance is a critical part of learning a foreign language. If you must be
absent, it is your responsibility to check the assignment calendar and/or call a buddy student in
class to make up the work missed. Handouts for the day missed are the responsibility of the
student. Please speak with teacher before or after class.
Upon reaching any combination of 12 excused or unexcused absences, a student may lose
credit in this class.

Make-Up Work Policy

Upon return to class after an absence, a student has one school day for each day missed to make
up work/test assigned during his/her absence regardless of the number of days absent. For
example, if a student is absent on Thursday and Friday, he/she will have Monday and Tuesday of
the following week to make up work and must turn in the work that was assigned during the days
absent on Wednesday.
Coursework and assessments assigned prior to the absence(s) may still be due on the date
assigned. It is the students responsibility to check with teachers immediately upon return for
work missed and possible adjustment of due dates. Teachers may choose to schedule an
appointment with the student to arrange due dates as needed. If you must be absent, it is your
responsibility to check the assignment calendar and/or teacher and/or a buddy student in class to
make up the work/notes missed. Handouts for the day missed will be in a file folder for your
period number.
Late Work
Assignments that are totally complete on the due date will receive credit. Assignments turned in
within one week of the due date will receive 50% of the earned credit. After one week, late
assignments are not accepted and will receive a zero in the grade book.
Long Term Project Policy
Long term projects are assignments given at least two weeks in advance. Teachers should note
that the assignment is a long term project in the written instructions provided for the students.
Long term projects are due on or before the date assigned, even if the student or teacher is absent
on the due date.
All Written project assignments must be:
Typed in black ink
1 margins
12 font Calibri, Arial or Times New Roman
Name and class period
Error-free (check work before summiting!)
Including all necessary components according to the rubric

Powerschool Access
The Powerschools site allows parents/guardians and students to access the students grades,
attendance, and other information. If you need your access information, please stop by the front
desk during business hours. You will need a photo I.D.
The web address is: http://ps.dvusd.org/public
Adherence to the Boulder Creek Academic Integrity Code
All students enrolled in Spanish 3-4 will adhere to the framework and guidelines set forth in the
Boulder Creek High School Academic Integrity Code. Cheating and Plagiarism will not be
tolerated. The purpose of this code is to promote a positive learning environment for all
involved. Any student who violates this code will be referred to the Students Rights and
Responsibilities handbook and assignment of appropriate consequences. Please refer to the
Academic Integrity Code in your student handbook for more details.

Classroom Behavior Expectations and Consequences:

Classroom Rules:
1. Be bilingual: speak only Spanish
2. Be prompt
3. Be prepared daily
4. Behave appropriately and use courteous language
5. All electronic devices will be turned off before entering the classroom
6. Raise your hand when you have a question
7. Keep food and drink outside (only water is allowed)
Late to class is unacceptable and will be considered a sweep to the office where a consequence
will be given and the student may come back to class. Please do not disrupt class upon re-enter
enter and sit quietly, listen for direction.
Consequences will be simple, consistent and enforceable. They will be documented using
classroom violation form and they will follow due process. Consequences will be posted on the
board bulletin. An important aspect of the consequences is consistency, because it is a benefit to
a diverse learning group. The consequences in order of offense are as follows:
First Offense- Warning/Conference
Second Offense- Call Home
Third Offense- Detention
Fourth Offense- Administration Referral
Teacher reserves the right to skip steps based upon the severity of the violation.

Communication
Please contact the teacher for any student concerns: perla. montoya@dvusd.org. It is crucial
that teachers, parents, and students maintain open lines of communication. Contact information
is also provided at the top of the first page.

! Bienvenidos a la clase de espaol!

Please sign and return this page
I have read and agree to the Course Syllabus and Guidelines.
Student Name (Printed) ___________________________________________
Student Signature________________________________________________
Class Hour __________

Parent Name (Printed) ____________________________________________

Parent Signature _________________________________________________

Initial the following:

_____I understand that I am to use only Spanish when Im in class speaking with Sra.
Montoya and my classmates (and at opportune times outside of class).
_____I understand that all Spanish students are expected to participate in the National
Spanish Exam for a minimal fee. If financial assistance is needed, I must speak with Sra.
Montoya by the date mentioned.
_____ I understand the Academic Integrity Code. I will do my own work for myself.
Plagiarism (electronic translations) is considered a violation of the Code.
_____I understand that many homework assignments are online.
_____I understand that if I have a question about my grades, I will make an appointment
with Sra. Montoya.