"Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who gains understanding." Prov. 3:13
COURSE DESCRIPTION
English I exists to introduce language skills that students will need to succeed in high school and beyond. These skills not only help in the area of language arts, but many (such as organization, study skills, reading tips, writing, and research skills) will transfer to all areas of academia. The knowledge and skills covered in English I are the foundation upon which all other English classes are built and which other English classes will expand on and develop.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
At the end of the course, students will:
1. develop and enhance effective study skills
2. know the fundamental terms and concepts of literature, grammar, and writing
3. be able to identify and explain the plot structure, literary techniques, and underlying themes of various texts
4. develop techniques to facilitate reading and interpretation of literature
5. grow in appreciation of literature
6. become more aware of basic human needs, emotions, and experiences
7. be able to articulate the Christian worldview in regards to responding to and analyzing literature
REQUIRED MATERIALS
1. Textbook and/or other work being studied
2. 1-subject notebook for journaling
3. 3-ring binder
4. loose-leaf notebook paper
5. pencil or pen (blue or black) and one colored pen (for editing)
GRADE SCALE
A (100-95) B- (86, 85) D+ (76, 75)
A- (94, 93) C+ (84, 83) D (74-72)
B+ (92,91) C (82-79) D- (71, 70)
B (90-87) C- (78, 77) F (69-0)
GRADE COMPOSITION
Grading will be based upon total points earned on daily assignments, quizzes, writing assignments, journals, tests, and participation. Projects and unit tests will be worth more points than daily assignments and quizzes.
PARTICIPATION
Participation is a vital component of being successful in school, including this class. Therefore, participation points are given to each student. Every week each student will receive up to 3 participation points. Positive participation, including taking notes, answering questions, helping others, being respectful, and contributing to discussion, earns 3 points. 0 points shows no participation, negative participation, or disruptive behavior.
RETEST POLICY
Major tests and major writing assignments can be retaken (not daily assignments). See the instructor for details.
ABSENCE POLICY
1. When possible, notify the teacher of any absences beforehand
2. A student who is absent from class has the responsibility of finding out the assignments from the teacher or a classmate (assignments are listed on the school website, www.milwaukeelutheranhs.org, under Mrs. Bauer's Homework/English I)
3. Assignments missed during the days of absence will be allowed a day's extension for each day of absence
4. Work assigned before the absence are due when the student returns to class
5. See the instructor regarding extended absences
LATE WORK
Late work will receive point deductions on the score.
A student who has not completed his/her assignment within a week's time will receive an Academic Citation and required to meet with the teacher to determine the next course of action.
CHEATING
Cheating is not tolerated in this class. All cheating will result in loss of credit. The instructor will first meet with the student caught or accused of cheating. If a satisfactory agreement cannot be made, the student will be referred to the school cheating policy.
ONLINE GRADES/PROGRESS REPORTS
Milwaukee Lutheran staff, students, and parents now have access to an online grading system. Students' grades will be posted on this website. Students and parents may see the overall grade, assignment grades, and/or missing work through individual access codes (received by the school). See the school website for the posting rubric.
Every six-week grading period, a progress report will come home with the student. On the progress report, the parent/guardian will see assignments and the culminating six-week average. The following is a list of those days that progress reports will be going home:
First semester
1st: October 15
2nd: December 2
Second semester
1st: March 3
2nd: April 21
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
1. Respect
2. Responsibility
3. Relationships
PHILOSOPHY
1. Literature and language study is a great way to explore the human condition, which enables us to better realize and appreciate God's amazing grace as we live as children of God.
2. I want to know who you are, what you stand for, and why. Be prepared to be challenged to think and share!
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone: 414-461-6000, x267
Email: lbauer@milwaukeelutheranhs.org
Free periods: 1st and 6th
Extra help: 7:30 am daily, 3:00-3:30 pm (unless coaching), or schedule individually as needed
COURSE OUTLINE
Semester 1:
I. Study skills Two weeks
Skills: study habits and helps, environment, note taking, writing tips
II. Acorn People Two weeks
Skills: teamwork, basic essay structure, intro to literature analysis
III. Parts of Speech One week
Skills: recognize use of words and relationship of p.o.s.
IV. Function (Sentence structure)/Writing One week
Skills: basic sentence structures and the function of the different p.o.s. in those sentence structures
V. Short stories/Writing Two weeks
Skills: review thesis/theme, introduction, organization, transitions, purpose, audience
Skills: literary analysis, creating and understanding narration, response to literature
VI. Holes Three weeks
Skills: conventions of the novel, literature analysis, response to literature
VII. Phrases and clauses I Two weeks
Skills: basic understanding of independent clause, dependent clause and phrase, and the punctuation possibilities
VIII. Romeo and Juliet Four weeks
Skills: intro to and synopsis of history and lore of Shakespeare and Elizabethan times. Elements and structure of drama, Response to literature/project
Semester 2:
I. Phrases and clauses II Two weeks
Skills: deeper understanding of clauses and their uses, understanding of all phrases, their use and function
II. Pronouns agreement and case/Writing Two weeks
Skills: antecedent, number, gender, case
III. To Kill a Mockingbird/Research project and presentation Six weeks
Skills: oral presentation basics, research and documentation, literary analysis, research paper
IV. Verbs Two weeks
Skills: basic understanding of verbs and their uses
V. Poetry Three weeks
Skills: Figurative language, sound and form of poetry, analysis of poetry and poetry construction/writing
VI. Independent reading One week
Skills: literary analysis
VII. Concept review One week
Skills: review of year, preparation for final and placement tests
"Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who gains understanding." Prov. 3:13
COURSE DESCRIPTION
English I exists to introduce language skills that students will need to succeed in high school and beyond. These skills not only help in the area of language arts, but many (such as organization, study skills, reading tips, writing, and research skills) will transfer to all areas of academia. The knowledge and skills covered in English I are the foundation upon which all other English classes are built and which other English classes will expand on and develop.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
At the end of the course, students will:
1. develop and enhance effective study skills
2. know the fundamental terms and concepts of literature, grammar, and writing
3. be able to identify and explain the plot structure, literary techniques, and underlying themes of various texts
4. develop techniques to facilitate reading and interpretation of literature
5. grow in appreciation of literature
6. become more aware of basic human needs, emotions, and experiences
7. be able to articulate the Christian worldview in regards to responding to and analyzing literature
REQUIRED MATERIALS
1. Textbook and/or other work being studied
2. 1-subject notebook for journaling
3. 3-ring binder
4. loose-leaf notebook paper
5. pencil or pen (blue or black) and one colored pen (for editing)
GRADE SCALE
A (100-95) B- (86, 85) D+ (76, 75)
A- (94, 93) C+ (84, 83) D (74-72)
B+ (92,91) C (82-79) D- (71, 70)
B (90-87) C- (78, 77) F (69-0)
GRADE COMPOSITION
Grading will be based upon total points earned on daily assignments, quizzes, writing assignments, journals, tests, and participation. Projects and unit tests will be worth more points than daily assignments and quizzes.
PARTICIPATION
Participation is a vital component of being successful in school, including this class. Therefore, participation points are given to each student. Every week each student will receive up to 3 participation points. Positive participation, including taking notes, answering questions, helping others, being respectful, and contributing to discussion, earns 3 points. 0 points shows no participation, negative participation, or disruptive behavior.
RETEST POLICY
Major tests and major writing assignments can be retaken (not daily assignments). See the instructor for details.
ABSENCE POLICY
1. When possible, notify the teacher of any absences beforehand
2. A student who is absent from class has the responsibility of finding out the assignments from the teacher or a classmate (assignments are listed on the school website, www.milwaukeelutheranhs.org, under Mrs. Bauer's Homework/English I)
3. Assignments missed during the days of absence will be allowed a day's extension for each day of absence
4. Work assigned before the absence are due when the student returns to class
5. See the instructor regarding extended absences
LATE WORK
Late work will receive point deductions on the score.
A student who has not completed his/her assignment within a week's time will receive an Academic Citation and required to meet with the teacher to determine the next course of action.
CHEATING
Cheating is not tolerated in this class. All cheating will result in loss of credit. The instructor will first meet with the student caught or accused of cheating. If a satisfactory agreement cannot be made, the student will be referred to the school cheating policy.
ONLINE GRADES/PROGRESS REPORTS
Milwaukee Lutheran staff, students, and parents now have access to an online grading system. Students' grades will be posted on this website. Students and parents may see the overall grade, assignment grades, and/or missing work through individual access codes (received by the school). See the school website for the posting rubric.
Every six-week grading period, a progress report will come home with the student. On the progress report, the parent/guardian will see assignments and the culminating six-week average. The following is a list of those days that progress reports will be going home:
First semester
1st: October 15
2nd: December 2
Second semester
1st: March 3
2nd: April 21
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
1. Respect
2. Responsibility
3. Relationships
PHILOSOPHY
1. Literature and language study is a great way to explore the human condition, which enables us to better realize and appreciate God's amazing grace as we live as children of God.
2. I want to know who you are, what you stand for, and why. Be prepared to be challenged to think and share!
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone: 414-461-6000, x267
Email: lbauer@milwaukeelutheranhs.org
Free periods: 1st and 6th
Extra help: 7:30 am daily, 3:00-3:30 pm (unless coaching), or schedule individually as needed
COURSE OUTLINE
Semester 1:
I. Study skills Two weeks
Skills: study habits and helps, environment, note taking, writing tips
II. Acorn People Two weeks
Skills: teamwork, basic essay structure, intro to literature analysis
III. Parts of Speech One week
Skills: recognize use of words and relationship of p.o.s.
IV. Function (Sentence structure)/Writing One week
Skills: basic sentence structures and the function of the different p.o.s. in those sentence structures
V. Short stories/Writing Two weeks
Skills: review thesis/theme, introduction, organization, transitions, purpose, audience
Skills: literary analysis, creating and understanding narration, response to literature
VI. Holes Three weeks
Skills: conventions of the novel, literature analysis, response to literature
VII. Phrases and clauses I Two weeks
Skills: basic understanding of independent clause, dependent clause and phrase, and the punctuation possibilities
VIII. Romeo and Juliet Four weeks
Skills: intro to and synopsis of history and lore of Shakespeare and Elizabethan times. Elements and structure of drama, Response to literature/project
Semester 2:
I. Phrases and clauses II Two weeks
Skills: deeper understanding of clauses and their uses, understanding of all phrases, their use and function
II. Pronouns agreement and case/Writing Two weeks
Skills: antecedent, number, gender, case
III. To Kill a Mockingbird/Research project and presentation Six weeks
Skills: oral presentation basics, research and documentation, literary analysis, research paper
IV. Verbs Two weeks
Skills: basic understanding of verbs and their uses
V. Poetry Three weeks
Skills: Figurative language, sound and form of poetry, analysis of poetry and poetry construction/writing
VI. Independent reading One week
Skills: literary analysis
VII. Concept review One week
Skills: review of year, preparation for final and placement tests