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Assign/Calendar4 [|Practica Audio y PowerPoints] **¡Bienvenidos a la clase de Español 4! **

Welcome to Spanish 4 class! I am looking forward to a very exciting and rewarding year together. There are many aspects involved in learning another language, and your enthusiasm and attention will contribute to your success. You will be required to participate in many activities and assessments that will help you develop listening, speaking, writing and reading skills in addition to learning about the many different cultures in the Spanish-speaking world. As Spanish 4 students, each student must make a commitment to speaking Spanish during class in order to improve their speaking skills. While we will review concepts learned during Spanish 1, Spanish 2 and Spanish 3, students must be ready to clarify and understand all concepts presented during those years and to build and expand their knowledge of Spanish language and culture. Success in Spanish 4 must be committed to developing all skills in Spanish. Through the use of authentic readings, dialogues, listening activities, presentations and writing activities, students will continue to develop their ability to speak, read, write and understand spoken Spanish. In addition, students will be engaged in a variety of activities to foster a better understanding of the language and the culture.

**Contact Information **

Kathryn Burkland – 767-7224 (school) or 767-2916 (home)

Kburkland@ysschools.org

Please check **WIKISPACES: SpanishYSHS** regularly for assignments, assessment dates and general news about the class. There is also a link to Progress Book on that page.

**Class Expectations **

All students deserve a safe and productive learning environment. Each student is expected to contribute in a positive way to a healthy and positive classroom experience, and each student will meet the following expectations:


 * 1) **Be on time and be ready to learn when the bell rings. **
 * 2) **Be prepared. Bring all learning materials to class. **
 * 3) **Be courteous and respectful of classroom community. **
 * 4) **No cell phones, smart phones or Ipods visible or in use during class. **
 * 5) **No food or drink in class. Water is acceptable. **
 * 6) **Pay attention and stay organized. **
 * 7) **No late work accepted except as stated in student handbook. **

**<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Binder Requirements **

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Each student is required to keep a three-ring Binder. Bring your binder to class every day. You will keep a homework calendar, handouts, notes, quizzes, tests, and other materials in your binder which will be checked regularly for a grade.

**<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Discipline Policy **

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Discipline problems and disruptions will not be tolerated. This is an elective course and each student chose to be in Spanish class. In order to have a fun and engaging class in second language learning, we must have a respectful and cooperative environment. With all students’ cooperation and enthusiasm, each can learn and develop their second language skills in a positive and fun environment!


 * 1) <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Use of an internet-based translator in considered plagiarism.
 * 2) <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Copying another student’s work is cheating.

**<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Consequences of Academic Misconduct **


 * 1) <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Students will receive a “zero” grade for any project where cheating or plagiarism is evident.
 * 2) <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Students will be referred to the Principal.
 * 3) <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Students will not be allowed to resubmit the work.
 * 4) <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Copied work will result in both (all) participating students receiving a “zero” grade for the work.

**<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Assessment **

<span style="display: block; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333px; text-align: center;">Grades will be weighted in the following way:

**<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Tests, Quizzes, Projects, Presentations: 65% **

**<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"> Readiness & Participation/Binder and Homework: 35% ** **<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">A Note on Binder/Homework, Readiness & Participation **

<span style="display: block; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333px; text-align: center;">Class participation is a vital and fun part of learning Spanish. Every student starts the year with an A+ in the Binder/Homework, Readiness and Participation category participation. This A+ grade is based on


 * 1) <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;"> Coming to class prepared with all necessary materials each day.
 * 2) <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;"> Turning in homework/projects on time.
 * 3) <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;"> Actively participating in class discussions **(In Spanish!)**
 * 4) <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;"> Working actively on in-class assignments.
 * 5) <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;"> Contributing to a positive learning environment.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Each student is expected to participate at least once per class period to maintain this excellent grade, but enthusiastic regular participation is the way to achieve excellence in Spanish!

<span style="display: block; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 24px; text-align: center;">¡Buena Suerte!