Seorita Bickert

Spanish I

Colonel Richardson High School

Spanish I: Syllabus
Teacher: Seorita Bickert
Email: jessica_bickert@mail.cl.k12.md.us
Telephone: (410) 754-5575 ext. 2504
Room: 504 Classroom #10
Website: senoritabickert.weebly.com
Course Description:
This course introduces students to the Spanish language and culture
with an emphasis on reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Students will
explore the role of the Spanish language and culture in Spain and Latin
America as well as its growing prevalence in the United States through
authentic literature, photography, video excerpts, and art. Additionally,
through oral reports, blogs, and informal conversation activities with peers,
students will engage in communicative tasks that are relevant to their lives.
Technology will be integrated in the Spanish classroom to connect students
to the reality of Spanish in our world and give students the opportunity to
have meaningful interactions with native speakers.
**Textbook: Realidades 1 (Prentice Hall)

Goals/Objectives:
The goal of this class is to examine the Spanish language and culture
through rigorous reading, writing, listening, and speaking activities. At the
conclusion of the course, students will have developed the basic vocabulary
and grammar skills needed to interact and communicate with others while
gaining a greater understanding of and respect for the cultural perspectives,
and products of different cultures.

Classroom Grading:

Grading will follow the policy of Caroline County Public Schools:

A = 90% - 100%
B = 80% - 89%
C = 70% - 79%
D = 60% - 69%
E = 0% - 59%
Tests/Quizzes: 40%
In-class assignments/Homework: 25%
Participation: 10%

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Projects: 25%

Explanation of Assessment Methods:

Tests/Quizzes:
Quizzes will be given at the end of each sectiontypically focusing on one
set of vocabulary or one or two specific grammar skills pertaining to the
chapter. Tests will be given at the end of each unit. A review day will be
conducted prior to each exam and students will have the opportunity to
meet with the teacher any day after school for a week up to the exam date.
*Please note that students may meet with me at any time during the
semester immediately after school as long as I am given 24 hours notice.
Students will be given the opportunity to retake quizzes and make test
corrections for certain tests at the teachers discretion.
In-class assignments/Homework:
Students are expected to complete daily warm-ups in a separate section of
their binder. These warm-ups will be collected at the end of each week and
students will earn a participation grade. Also, students must take notes daily.
Students binders will be collected at random, unannounced times twice a
semester to ensure that students are completing their work and on target
with the learning outcomes and objectives (this will form part of the
participation grade as well). In-class assignments will consist of group work,
conversation-based activities, writing samples, and listening exercises.
Homework will be assigned on a weekly basis and students will always have
the opportunity to begin their homework in class so that they may ask any
questions prior to completing the assignment at home. Homework will
include, but is not limited to, various grammar and vocabulary exercises from
the textbook. Students will be responsible for making flashcards for each unit
by using the Quizlet App on their phone or on paper. Each student will
receive one late pass for homework per quarter.
Projects:
Most units are accompanied by a project, which students will complete prior
to the unit exam. Students will have class time to work on projects and also
to ask questions for clarification. Additionally, each student is responsible for
presenting one current event and one culture share to the class by the end of
the semester. More details will be provided in class and on the class website.
**One enrichment opportunity will be provided each unit.

Policies:
ABSENCES:
If you are absent from class, it is 100% your responsibility to obtain the work
you missed. Missed assignments can be found in the daily bins in the

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classroom. You have the exact number of days you were absent to make up
the work in order to receive full credit. If you miss a test/quiz/presentation
see me to arrange a make-up date. If you are absent the day that a
homework assignment or project is dueit is due the first day you are back
in class.
LATE WORK:
Every day an assignment is late will result in 10% off the earned grade. After
five school days late, the most a student will earn on the assignment is a
50%. Students must turn in all work for each unit prior to the unit test to
receive any credit.
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS/RULES:
The behavior in my classroom will be guided by the rules and restrictions set
forth in the Colonel Richardson High School Student Handbook. In addition
to the rules in the handbook, I have provided and discussed my set of
classroom rules and expectations with my students.
CELL PHONES:
Cell phones may only be used (for Spanish dictionaries/cultural
investigations) when the cell phone sign is present on the main whiteboard.
When the sign is not present, students will not be permitted to use their
cellphones or any other type of electronic in class.
BACKPACKS/HATS:
Students will not be permitted to bring hats nor book bags into the
classroom. Students may not wear their hoods up inside of the school.
Rules:
1. Respect everyone and his/her belongings.
2. Come to class on time and with all materials on a daily basis. YOU
SHOULD BE IN YOUR SEAT WHEN THE BELL RINGS.
3. Follow directions the first time they are given.
4. Use classroom appropriate language.
5. Be Colonel TOUGH.
Consequences:
If you choose to break a rule you will face the following consequences:
1. Verbal warning/seat change
2. Teacher conference after class
3. Teacher conference, lunch detention, action plan, phone call home
4. Referral and phone call home
Procedures:
When you enter the classroom:
1. Pick up all materials for the day from the counter near the door.

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2. Find your assigned seat.

3. Put all distractions away.
4. Check messages on the message boardif homework needs to be
turned in, place it in the appropriate class tray.
5. Have all class materials on desk and complete the daily warm-up that
is presented on the Smart Board.
The teacher decides when to dismiss class - keep your materials out
until I let you know that were done with the days activities! Stay
in your seat until the bell rings.
If you need to leave the classroom to visit the restroom, nurse, guidance
counselor:
1. Always ask for permission. (Students may not leave the classroom
while instruction is being given unless in the case of an emergency).
2. Sign out using the form on the clipboard near the door with your name,
destination, and time of leave and return.
3. Take a bathroom/office pass with you.
REMIND 101
I encourage all students and parents to register for text alerts regarding
upcoming tests, blogs, projects, and homework assignments via remind.com.
To sign up for these messages: text the message @msbickert to 81010 or
register online by using the following link:
https://www.remind.com/join/msbickert. When you sign-up I will not receive
your phone number and you will not receive mine. I will only be able to see
your name on a list with other people who have signed up to the class. If you
do not want to use this service, but still want updates please contact me and
we can work out another method.

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SUPPLY LIST:
Required:
1) Composition notebook (available at Wal-mart/dollar store)
2) 2 folders or 1 binder
3) Pens/pencils
After reading the previous pages, please sign and return this portion to
confirm that you understand the expectations for this Spanish I course and
are aware of the supplies needed. If you have any questions, please write
them on this paper or contact me via email or phone.
Jessica Bickert
Spanish Teacher
Date ____________________________________________
Students Name (Print)
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Students Signature
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Guardians Signature
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Guardians Phone and Email
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Additional comments/questions
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