English III and English IV
Instructor: Aaron Williams
E-mail Address: [email protected]
Enrichment: Rm 1207, Every Monday 2:30-3:30 pm
Our mission Mary E. Phillips High School will significantly increase achievement for all students--regardless of background or societal factors--by developing a caring, respectful environment and creating a culture of excellence through a rigorous and relevant 21st century curriculum that fosters relationships and produces responsible global citizens.
Our Vision Mary E. Phillips High School will be the highest performing school in Wake County.
Grading
Tests 15% of Grade
You will be tested on themes and ideas in literature/theater that we cover in class. Tests can also be a major project that is presented. Corrections are allowed for certain assignments. It is due three days from the date given back. A parent signature must follow. All items must be correct (certain subjects may require explanations and/or page numbers where the answers were found). Corrections should be done on a separate word document and attached to the original test.
Quizzes 10% of Grade
There will be quizzes from time to time based on readings in the text, grammar, or vocabulary. If you are absent or late on a day when an unannounced quiz is given, then you may make it up the following class day. Corrections are allowed (follow test guidelines).
Projects/Papers 30% of Grade
Project-based assignments give students the opportunities to work creatively, to exercise that part of the mind so necessary for problem-solving, conflict resolution, and the ability to face the challenges of an increasingly complex world. In project-based learning they will master research, active learning, life skills, collegiality, arts education, and encouragement. Kagan Cooperative Learning will play a major role in a majority of the activities. Corrections are allowed (follow test guidelines).
Classwork 20% of Grade
All class work will turn into homework if more time is needed. If you are absent on a day when an assignment is due then you must turn it in within three days. 10 points will be taken off each day the assignment is late.
Participation 10% of Grade
Participation in class is a must to learn the proper skills in English. Cooperative learning will be a majority of the participation grade. Although it is cooperative learning it is an individual grade. An extra credit coupon may be added to raise the grade.
Extra Learning Opportunities
You will receive extra credit for getting involved in community activities. You will earn three coupons that are worth 10-15 points each to add to a project, test, quiz, prep work, or participation grade (only one per assignment). Activities may include one cultural event, such as a play, musical concert, art gallery, dance performance, a reading by an author, or any other major event in the community. If unsure, please check with me before you go to the event. If you neglect to check with me, I cannot guarantee that you will receive the extra credit coupons.
You will need to provide some type of proof, such as a ticket stub or a program, and if and only if neither is available, write on a slip of paper the name, date, time and location of the event, followed by a parent/guardian signature. Also, you must type a half-page, single-spaced, Times Roman Numeral article describing the event and your feelings about it. There will be other extra credit opportunities to enrich your learning throughout the year. I will announce them as time goes on. Please, do not ask for any other extra credit work because I will not grant it.
Discipline Code
Discipline Code (9 weeks)
1-5 marks = Satisfactory
6-8 marks = Needs Improvement
9+ marks = Unsatisfactory
Course Policies
The foundational rule for this course is the Golden Rule: Show respect for yourself and others by treating them as you would wish to be treated in a similar situation. This rule applies to both the student(s) and the instructor.
Give credit when appropriate for ideas, quotations, etc. Proven plagiarism will result in an automatic failure of the course.
Do your best to accomplish the assignments. If there is a situation which does not allow you to complete your work, discuss/document it to allow for an appropriate response.
If there is a problem with the material, the assignments, the instructor/student(s) interaction, let that be shared in written form to allow for clarification and rectification where needed.
The course is planned as a learning-experience, which is to culminate in both new knowledge and pleasant memories. Self-evaluation of the student’s writing is one of the stated goals; thus, improvement in that area is anticipated and essential for satisfactory completion of the course.
Supplies
Black or blue ink pens and #2 pencils
1 Three ring binder/notebook
2 Three ring prong folders
Notebook paper
Instructor: Aaron Williams
E-mail Address: [email protected]
Enrichment: Rm 1207, Every Monday 2:30-3:30 pm
Our mission Mary E. Phillips High School will significantly increase achievement for all students--regardless of background or societal factors--by developing a caring, respectful environment and creating a culture of excellence through a rigorous and relevant 21st century curriculum that fosters relationships and produces responsible global citizens.
Our Vision Mary E. Phillips High School will be the highest performing school in Wake County.
Grading
Tests 15% of Grade
You will be tested on themes and ideas in literature/theater that we cover in class. Tests can also be a major project that is presented. Corrections are allowed for certain assignments. It is due three days from the date given back. A parent signature must follow. All items must be correct (certain subjects may require explanations and/or page numbers where the answers were found). Corrections should be done on a separate word document and attached to the original test.
Quizzes 10% of Grade
There will be quizzes from time to time based on readings in the text, grammar, or vocabulary. If you are absent or late on a day when an unannounced quiz is given, then you may make it up the following class day. Corrections are allowed (follow test guidelines).
Projects/Papers 30% of Grade
Project-based assignments give students the opportunities to work creatively, to exercise that part of the mind so necessary for problem-solving, conflict resolution, and the ability to face the challenges of an increasingly complex world. In project-based learning they will master research, active learning, life skills, collegiality, arts education, and encouragement. Kagan Cooperative Learning will play a major role in a majority of the activities. Corrections are allowed (follow test guidelines).
Classwork 20% of Grade
All class work will turn into homework if more time is needed. If you are absent on a day when an assignment is due then you must turn it in within three days. 10 points will be taken off each day the assignment is late.
Participation 10% of Grade
Participation in class is a must to learn the proper skills in English. Cooperative learning will be a majority of the participation grade. Although it is cooperative learning it is an individual grade. An extra credit coupon may be added to raise the grade.
Extra Learning Opportunities
You will receive extra credit for getting involved in community activities. You will earn three coupons that are worth 10-15 points each to add to a project, test, quiz, prep work, or participation grade (only one per assignment). Activities may include one cultural event, such as a play, musical concert, art gallery, dance performance, a reading by an author, or any other major event in the community. If unsure, please check with me before you go to the event. If you neglect to check with me, I cannot guarantee that you will receive the extra credit coupons.
You will need to provide some type of proof, such as a ticket stub or a program, and if and only if neither is available, write on a slip of paper the name, date, time and location of the event, followed by a parent/guardian signature. Also, you must type a half-page, single-spaced, Times Roman Numeral article describing the event and your feelings about it. There will be other extra credit opportunities to enrich your learning throughout the year. I will announce them as time goes on. Please, do not ask for any other extra credit work because I will not grant it.
Discipline Code
Discipline Code (9 weeks)
1-5 marks = Satisfactory
6-8 marks = Needs Improvement
9+ marks = Unsatisfactory
Course Policies
The foundational rule for this course is the Golden Rule: Show respect for yourself and others by treating them as you would wish to be treated in a similar situation. This rule applies to both the student(s) and the instructor.
Give credit when appropriate for ideas, quotations, etc. Proven plagiarism will result in an automatic failure of the course.
Do your best to accomplish the assignments. If there is a situation which does not allow you to complete your work, discuss/document it to allow for an appropriate response.
If there is a problem with the material, the assignments, the instructor/student(s) interaction, let that be shared in written form to allow for clarification and rectification where needed.
The course is planned as a learning-experience, which is to culminate in both new knowledge and pleasant memories. Self-evaluation of the student’s writing is one of the stated goals; thus, improvement in that area is anticipated and essential for satisfactory completion of the course.
Supplies
Black or blue ink pens and #2 pencils
1 Three ring binder/notebook
2 Three ring prong folders
Notebook paper
Late Work: Late Work is defined as an assignment that a student has submitted late, not an assignment that has been done to make up work accrued during absences. Late work does not pertain to tests, quizzes, or labs done in class as this would mean the student chose not to complete work in class and should earn a zero. Late work only pertains to assignments done outside of class: homework, take-home tests, projects, etc. Students can earn no more than 85 % on late assignments. A student has three days to turn in late assignments.
Missed Work: If the absent is approved in advance and/or if the work is assigned by the teacher in advance, all make-up work, including tests assigned for the day of return, is due upon the student's return to school. If the make up work has not been assigned in advance, for absences of one (1) to three (3) days, the student will have one day for each absent. For absences exceeding three (3) days, the student may have two (2) days for each day absent to make up work.
Missed Work: If the absent is approved in advance and/or if the work is assigned by the teacher in advance, all make-up work, including tests assigned for the day of return, is due upon the student's return to school. If the make up work has not been assigned in advance, for absences of one (1) to three (3) days, the student will have one day for each absent. For absences exceeding three (3) days, the student may have two (2) days for each day absent to make up work.
ATTENDANCE & TARDINESS POLICY
In order to pass the course, students are required to attend 80% of the classes throughout the school year.
If a student arrives more than halfway into the class, they are considered absent for the entire period.
In order to pass the course, students are required to attend 80% of the classes throughout the school year.
If a student arrives more than halfway into the class, they are considered absent for the entire period.
EXAM EXEMPTIONS
All students may be exempted from teacher-made exams based on the following criteria:
Missing no more than 12 days per class, per semester (buy-back is not applicable)
And
Earning an A or B in the course for both quarters
All students may be exempted from teacher-made exams based on the following criteria:
Missing no more than 12 days per class, per semester (buy-back is not applicable)
And
Earning an A or B in the course for both quarters
Enrichment Hour
MEPHS recognizes that its students may need additional academic support; support that is often provided to students in the form of after-school tutoring to those who can afford it. Take advantage of MEPHS Enrichment Hour, as it is a free tutoring service provided by your very own certified teacher.
MEPHS recognizes that its students may need additional academic support; support that is often provided to students in the form of after-school tutoring to those who can afford it. Take advantage of MEPHS Enrichment Hour, as it is a free tutoring service provided by your very own certified teacher.
GRADING SCALE – NEW!
100 – 90 = A
89 – 80 = B
79 – 70 = C
69 – 60 = D
59 below = F
100 – 90 = A
89 – 80 = B
79 – 70 = C
69 – 60 = D
59 below = F
1923 Milburnie Road
Raleigh, NC 27610
PHONE (919) 856-7710
PHONE (Español) (919) 856-3040
FAX (919) 856-7763
Raleigh, NC 27610
PHONE (919) 856-7710
PHONE (Español) (919) 856-3040
FAX (919) 856-7763