Mala Panday, Principal

150-91 87th Road

Jennifer Pineda, Assistant Principal
Queens, NY 11432
Stephanie Witt, Assistant Principal,
Phone: (718) 725-0402
I.A.
Fax: (718) 725-0390
www.tywlsqueens.org

Welcome to AP Language and Composition. My name is Ms. Marcus and I am very excited to embark on another year of rhetoric
exploration. Class time will explore discussion models, debate structures, baseline/formal assessments, and skill practice through
group work and independent study. This includes but is not limited to, novels, short stories, memoirs, poetry, essays, speeches,
graphic novels, magazine/newspaper articles etc. Students can look forward to reading authors such as Jon Krakauer and Erik Larson.
The AP Language and Composition course will focus on examining the rhetoric (intention) of writing throughout American History.
This is a college class. Our class will follow the school wide grading policy breakdown of 50%=exams/quizzes/projects, 30%=
classwork/ participation, and 20%=homework. Late homework and projects will not be accepted. If you are absent you have one day
to complete the assignment you have missed. Homework must be written in the TYWLS student Planner daily. The coursework is
cumulative. Each skill and concept will grow and connect throughout the units.I am excited to work with your families this year to
prepare our students for success this year as well as help prepare them for the AP Language and Composition Exam in May.
Classroom Rights and Responsibilities:
All work will be handed in on time
Students will take pride in handing in neat and presentable work
Work displays understanding of major concepts and context
Students will try their best to achieve the highest possible grade on all assignments
Everyone can find a way to complete and`` understand the work to their best ability
It is encouraged to ask for help when needed
Answers will not be given, but will be explored
This classroom will be an environment promoting success
Students will help peers excel through discussion and asking questions
Students and teacher will do their best to help all students achieve understanding
The Golden Rule should be respected at all times. (Harm no one in word or deed)

Our class will also honor the following schoolwide policies (available in detail @ www.tywlsqueens.org )
TYWLS Bathroom Policy
TYWLS Cell Phone Policy
TYWLS Uniform Policy
TYWLS Lateness Policy
TYWLS Reflection Center Policy

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 Mala Panday, Principal
150-91 87th Road
Jennifer Pineda, Assistant Principal
Queens, NY 11432
Stephanie Witt, Assistant Principal,
Phone: (718) 725-0402
I.A.
Fax: (718) 725-0390
www.tywlsqueens.org

TYWLS Course Outline for Students and Families 2016- 2017

Course Name: AP Language and Composition Credit Value: 2 credits
Prerequisite: ENG 9,10 Department: English
Teacher: Ms. Marcus Date: September 2016
*All courses assess student performance based on the TYWLS School-Wide Grading Policy for grades 6-12.

Course Description: AP Language and Composition will analyze the use of diction and syntax to communicate the authors
intention in a piece of writing. Students will examine was is said to analyze and explain what has been left unsaid. Students
should be able to support inferences with an analysis and explanation of rhetorical devices. Formal assessments will occur
weekly to help students prepare for the timed setting of the exam in May. Students are expected to be prepared for class
having completed the required readings and assignments, as well as adhering to the appropriate dress code since all factors
will contribute to their classwork grade.

Resources/ Materials for Differentiation: Binder, loose leaf (college ruled) paper, a folder, dividers, pens. (Highlighters and
post -it notes are recommended). Students will receive state standardized rubrics, as well as develop their own rubric and
participation checklists for class discussion and projects.

Project-based Learning Opportunities: All work in this class will be cumulative. Students are expected to build on prior
knowledge, and skills learned this year. Keeping a neat and organized binder will be a year long, major project. Socratic
Seminar and Discussion Models will be another project-based learning opportunities for students.

Communication: Students can contact me via email: amarcus@tywlsqueens.org. Parents can contact me through Pupil Path
or email at amarcus@tywlsqueens.org.

Extra Help: Students may e-mail with questions/concerns and are welcome to visit after school for extra help on Tuesdays
from 2:20- 2:55pm in room 411

Student/Parent Agreement:
I have read and understood the Course Outline for AP Language and Composition.
I understand it is my responsibility to be prepared for class having completed the designated readings and practice
assignments.
I understand it is my responsibility to help the education process in the class move forward through participation and
listening.
I understand it is my responsibility to honor the TYWLS Queens dress code both in class and throughout the day.
I understand that if I am struggling with concepts or skills, it is my responsibility to attend tutoring on Tuesdays
after school from 2:20pm- 2:55 pm.
I understand that the coursework is cumulative and I responsible for retaining skills and concepts throughout the
year.
I understand that I must be respectful of the learning process and experience of fellow classmates.
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LEADERSHIP STEM COLLEGE BOUND HEALTH &

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Mala Panday, Principal
150-91 87th Road
Jennifer Pineda, Assistant Principal
Queens, NY 11432
Stephanie Witt, Assistant Principal,
Phone: (718) 725-0402
I.A.
Fax: (718) 725-0390
www.tywlsqueens.org

CONTRACT ADDENDUM*

How to Support Your Daughter in Girls Education:

Make sure she has had a healthy and balanced breakfast
Make sure she has a reusable water bottle to drink throughout her day
Check her homework for content and completion
Ask her what she learned in class today
Have a library card and schedule family trips to the library
Develop a family independent reading practice (time to sit and read)
Read at least one The New York Times article per day/week (10 articles available for free online each
day)
Discuss current events daily or weekly
Have access for you and your daughter to a computer and printer
Visit any NYC Museum and discuss what you liked
Have your daughter label your home in her vocabulary words
Use Quizlet.com as a study guide
Make sure she knows to lock her phone up in the morning, turn it off to do homework
Make sure your daughter turns off her phone at night to get 8 hours of sleep
Make sure she has enough uniform pieces in her size
Visit http://www.nysedregents.org/hsela/ to practice exams

Family Field Trips to Support Girls Education across the Disciplines: (plan 1 trip a month)
MOMA (Manhattan)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art (Manhattan)
The Natural History Museum (Manhattan)
Museum of Finance (Manhattan)
Museum of the American Indian (Manhattan)
The Whitney (Manhattan)
The Guggenheim (Manhattan)
Museo del Barrio (Manhattan)
The Jewish Museum (Manhattan)
Brooklyn Museum (Brooklyn)
Queens Museum (Queens)
Socrates Sculpture Garden (LIC)
Noguchi Museum (LIC)
The Cloisters (Manhattan)
The New York Historical Society (Manhattan)
The Intrepid Sea and Space Museum (Manhattan)
New York Hall of Science (Manhattan)
Childrens Museum (Manhattan)
Rubin Museum of Art (Manhattan)
Queens County Farm (Queens)
The Botanical Gardens (Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx)
Wave Hill (Bronx)

CCELA REGENTS: Wednesday June 14, 2016 @ 9:15 am

Revised 11/14/16

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