Beginning Spanish A  ~ Señora O’Neill

                    Aula (room) 242  

        EMAIL: oneills@wellesleyps.org

• Course Description and Objectives: The goal for this year is that students will be able to speak, read, write and listen to Spanish at the Novice High Level according to the ACTFL Global Bench Marks. Students will be able communicate about general topics such as family, school, activities, clothing and friends, as well as utilizing the present tense of verbs . Students will also learn about Hispanic Culture through, music, movies, etc…

    ACTFL Global Can-do Bench marks – This is our YEAR END GOAL!

                                      NOVICE HIGH!!!

B)Successful students:

I) Have a good attitude about learning, meaning you want to learn and make an effort to get better.

II) Be organized with your materials.

III) Exercise good study skills – constantly review what we do in class not just for evaluations but daily!

IV) Always speak in Spanish!!! Use whatever español you have!

V) Tell me when you need help, feel confused, need something repeated, etc… I want to help you understand, improve and reach your full potential!

C) Expectativas (Expectations)

I.  Show respect and be kind. Have a positive attitude about learning Spanish!

II.  You need to keep your materials - ORGANIZED

IV.HOMEWORK (written and/or reviewing/studying)  As a rule, you should spend a minimum of 15-20 minutes per day reviewing what was covered that day in addition to what has previously been presented. Homework prepares you for all evaluations!!

V. Regular attendance in person and on Zoom Calls, being on time in class or for ZOOM classes, participation and speaking in Spanish: completing all assignments on time, voluntarily answering questions, gesturing, acting in stories, helping others to learn, and contributing new ideas will positively help you on performance evaluations

VI. Absences, tardiness, not speaking in Spanish, incomplete assignments, failure to make up work, not paying attention or not being on task, talking when inappropriate, distracting others, showing disrespect, sleeping, not bringing materials to class, not following directions, being passive and/or showing a lack of effort or interest will negatively impact your grade in this class.

D) Ausencias (Absences)

In the event of an absence, it is your responsibility to find out what was covered in class which is posted on Canvas each day we have class and speak with Señora O'Neil

E) Calificaciones (Grading) : You may check on your progress in the class on POWERSCHOOL. Grades are constantly changing during the term, so please be wise in the frequency of checking your grades on Powerschool.

Participation=classwork, and  participation.  

This grade is based on five components:

    a. No English may be spoken in this classroom without first raising your hand.

    b. You must actively participate in every class.

    c. You must bring your materials, ie;  study packets, binder, pen/pencil ….when we are in the classroom!

    d. You must complete all assignments in a timely manner.

    e. You must plan to make up  all missed work promptly.

      Classical and Modern Language Grading Policy 

Achievement 

Assessments

     5%

Vocabulary and grammar evaluations.

-Memorized learned material.(forms,rules, vocabulary)

-Completion of homework.

-Readiness for class.(on time with needed materials)

Performance 

Assessments

       95%

-Presentational evaluations: One-way communication using productive skills of speaking or writing. (for example: monologues or presentations)

-Interpersonal evaluations: Two-way communication between individuals using receptive skills (listening or reading) and productive skills (speaking or writing). Meaning is negotiated between two or more individuals. (conversations or  written exchanges)

-Interpretive evaluations: One way communication using receptive skills (listening to audios or reading stories or articles)

F) Política de Inmersión: (Immersion Policy)  This  can be a lot of fun!!!!

This class is conducted in Spanish. You are required to use Spanish at all times. In order to help you maintain that expectation I have “scaffolding” in place. 

I) In class, vocabulary is posted all over the classroom to aid students.

II) You need to have your own running vocab list - words that you ask how to say(¿Cómo se dice?)

Acknowledgement

We understand the expectations, absence and grading policies in this class.

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