1. Welcome to English I Honors! Mr. Sergio Naser English Department Miami Arts Charter School Open House 2014

2. Key Topics: Curriculum Teaching Philosophy Grading & Tutoring Website

3. Curriculum: 1 st Quarter The Odyssey by Homer 2 nd Quarter Frankenstein by Mary Shelly 3 rd Quarter Romeo & Juliet by William Shakespeare 4 th Quarter 1984 by George Orwell Projects, poetry, fiction, & nonfiction.

4. Teaching Philosophy: Intense focus on writing & communication in terms of Grammar Creativity Organization Spelling, grammar, & punctuation MLA format High school ready (email, deadlines, etc.) Student centered Discussion based

5. Grading & Tutoring: MAC Grading Style All students need to achieve mastery for each Mastery Assessment (this means an 80% or above) Tutoring Always available B days from 2:00PM to 3:45PM Unless emergency or staff meeting occurs Available afterschool, except on Mondays For writing and communication skills, especially those who speak English as a second language Hit this early, before continuing high school & college

6. Website Mr. Naser’s MAC Page Always up to date with summaries, power points (notes), and handouts Please subscribe to email list

7. Please email me with any questions or concerns! snaser@miamiartscharter.net Have a great night & drive safe!