Sra. Bruckschen Battlefield High School

Sra. Bruckschen Educational & Teaching Experience: California State Univ., East Bay – B.A. International Studies, Minor in Spanish University of Pittsburgh, Masters of International Affairs Entering my 14 th year of teaching: T.C. Williams H.S. Potomac H.S. Battlefield H.S.

Sra. Bruckschen Experiences with Spanish language & Spanish-speaking countries: México / Spain – family, students trips, & tourism Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, Perú – students trips & tourism México / Brasil – graduate school research Dominican Republic – diplomatic life

“Language and communication are at the heart of the human experience. Communication is the central goal of all WL classroom and instructional experiences in Prince William County Schools.” 4 National, State, & PWCS Standards/Goals of World Language

GRAMMAR 1. Present Progressive Tense5. Imperative Mood (Command) 2. Reflexive verbs6. Preterite Tense 3. Saber vs. Conocer7. Imperfect Tense 4. Direct/Indirect Object pronouns8. Preterite vs. Imperfect uses CULTURE 1. Mexico and the Aztecs, Mayans 2. Peru and the Incas VOCABULARIO 1.Towns/Cities (places)4. Health 2.House/Chores5. Personal attributes 3.Professions 6. Childhood hobbies WHAT WILL BE TAUGHT THIS YEAR

CLASS MATERIALS REQUIRED MATERIALS: 1. Composition book (college ruled) 2. 3-ring-binder (1 ½ “) for class handouts and notes 3. lined paper 4. Pen/Pencil NOTE: A class set of Spanish 2 textbooks will be used during class. However, any student who wishes to have a digital copy of the textbook can bring his/her flash drive and I will download a copy onto it to have and to use as a reference at home. SUGGESTED MATERIALS: 1.Spanish – English dictionary (McKay Used Book Store in Manassas has used dictionaries for $2-$3)

STUDENT EVALUATION GRADING BREAKDOWN: Reading Assessments: 20% Quizzes: 15% Writing Assessments: 20% Homework/Classwork: 5% Speaking Assessments: 20% Listening Assessments: 20% NOTE ON TESTS: All Chapter tests will have a performance based reading, writing, speaking, and listening component. Individual grades will be given for each section on the chapter test and entered into the respective assessment category listed above. Readings, writing, speaking and listening chapter test assessments will be weighted more than a reading, writing, speaking and listening assessment that is considered classwork.

Learning another language and being able to communicate in it requires…  Students to practice and to use the new language in the classroom and at home  Class time will be dedicated to the students using the language in small groups, pairs and with their teacher  In order to communicate in the language during class, it is imperative that students study and memorize their vocabulary and grammar rules at home  “The end” is for students to be able to communicate in another language, not to say/write words or conjugate verbs in isolation

Studying vocabulary and grammar concepts independently Listening to Spanish audio for listening assignments Visiting websites for practice (located on class School Fusion page) Using Spanish whenever the opportunity presents itself Preparing for speaking assessments Here is what you should see at home on a regular basis:

How can I help my student improve their Spanish language skills?

How can I help my student improve language skills at home? Have your child read aloud to you in the new language Encourage them to teach you and family members their new language on a daily/weekly basis Encourage them to use phrases, new language with multi-lingual peers & neighbors Check the School Fusion page for specific enrichment resources and assignments posted by teacher Quiz your child using their notes

How can I help my student improve language skills at home? Have your child read aloud to you in the new language Encourage them to teach you and family members their new language on a daily/weekly basis Encourage them to use phrases, new language with multi-lingual peers & neighbors Check the School Fusion page for specific enrichment resources and assignments posted by teacher Quiz your child using their notes AFTER SCHOOL HELP 2:00-3:30pm every day Room 1118 / Rm 1132 * On occasion I have a faculty or dept. meeting to attend. Students are asked to inform me when they intend to stay so that I can confirm to them I will be present.

“ Thank you” I am here for YOU! Buenas noches