Essentials+R1

=Essentials Sophomore English I and II = =Semester 1: The Novel / Semester 2: Poetry and Drama =

View the following file to review expectations for fully developed analytical paragraphs (quote sandwiches)

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 * Every few weeks, take the Participation Reflection survey.**

**The Essentials Sophomore course is geared for students who have struggled in the past with a traditional English course. This course will provide additional structure and a slower pace to allow the bulk of the coursework to be completed within the class period.** The curriculum will consist of four strands: literature, writing, vocabulary, and grammar (usage and mechanics). The literature strand will consist of selected novels in Semester 1 and poetry and drama in Semester 2. The writing strand will include a variety of analytical, expository, and creative assignments. The vocabulary development strand is derived from literature texts. The grammar strand emphasizes usage and mechanics.

Expectations: Students are expected to: **Students not meeting these expectations will be reassigned to a different classroom placement.**
 * 1) contribute actively and positively in class without causing behavioral disruptions,
 * 2) work individually and in a group setting in a constructive manner, maximizing class time to complete required work,
 * 3) maintain a well-organized three-ring binder that contains all class work, essays, vocabulary, and completed assignments,
 * 4) maintain good attendance and complete make-up work immediately.

**EVALUATION:** 50% Process grades (Informal work through which student is developing knowledge. Think worksheets, reading quizzes, vocabulary work, rough drafts, short overnight writing assignments as well as active participation: //thoughtful contribution toward// discussion as well as //lack of distraction away from// class atmosphere.) 50% Final assessments (Formal work that ends unit study. Think tests, essays, final draft of creative stories, projects. Out-of-class work should reflect editing and revision.) 

I am available in Room 223 before school on White days, after school, and during my studyhall (**White 2**) and prep periods (**Red 2, White 4**) to meet with students or parents for extra help or special concerns. I prefer email contacts, and typically reply within the day: Jamie_Gillette@fivetowns.net You can also call me outside of classroom hours: 236-7800 ext. 223

ALL STUDENTS: Take the following survey to help me plan for instruction over the coming year.
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