New School Year 2015 - 2016 Norland SHS Room 703 Señora Guzman ESPAÑOL New School Year 2015 - 2016 Norland SHS Room 703 Señora Guzman

¡Bienvenidos! Welcome! Bienvenidos a la clase de Español de la Señora Guzmán.

¡Bienvenidos! Welcome! The mission of Miami Norland Senior High School is to provide a quality experience that will educate students to fulfill their roles as responsible, productive citizens who respect individuality, cultural differences, and realize their potential as life long learners

Why Study Spanish? Learning Spanish is necessary to keep pace with popular culture. Learning Spanish is actually a medical device! For many, learning Spanish is rapidly becoming a business necessity. Spanish, Spanish everywhere. Learning Spanish will (truly) expand your universe. Read the Power Point in my website. Knowing Spanish will completely transform your travel experience. Knowing how to speak Spanish will enable you to help others. There are reasons to learn language for language's sake. Learning Spanish will allow you to better appreciate Hispanic cultural contributions. Learning Spanish is fun!

Who is this Teacher? Professional Teacher for 25 years. I love and enjoy what I Do! I speak three languages. Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Education Field. ESE & ESOL Certified Mother of two wonderful boys, one is USMC Sargeant, the other is a RN. Grandma of two grandsons. I have been teaching in all fields of education, in both private and public sectors. - Elementary schools - Middle schools - High schools - Adult Education - Online school (FLVS) - Translation field - A year in Washington DC

¿Qué me gusta hacer? I am from Holguin, Cuba. I have two sons, two grandsons. I like to cook, to travel, to fish, to spend time with my family. I like to drive and to travel. My favorite series: Hawaii 5-O, NCIS, Homeland, Criminal Minds, NCIS Los Angeles. Key: Perseverance.

Where I am from? ¿De dónde soy? I am from Holguin, Cuba. Yo soy de Cuba, nací en Cuba. Pero, ahora soy ciudadana americana.

¿Cómo es la Señora Guzmán? I am kind but firm. My expectations are set from today and will be consistently implemented till last day of school. I wait until I have all my students’ attention before speak. I try to use clear language when giving directions. I do not like to repeat instructions. I expect tidiness. My students should clean up after themselves. You should treat the classroom and all school materials with respect. I like to have fun even when I am teaching! So let’s have fun! With respect! We can listen music, set a timer, set goals, etc. I am not afraid to smile and laugh in my class with my students. I love hugs too!  I am your role model for all emotions, not just for the serious ones.

¿Cómo es la Señora Guzmán? 5. Always I am well prepared for my classes. I expect the same from my students. 6. Always I will be encouraging and supportive to all my students’ efforts and problems. 7. There are always students who will want to leave the room for every bumped elbow or students who ask to go to the bathroom 18 times a day. I am going to be very judicious about allowing students to frequently leave the room, especially if I think you are looking to avoid work. Jobs have to be DONE anyways!

¿Cómo es la Señora Guzmán? 8. I Have a plan for when my students act out! The school disciplinary team is awesome! And I have my plan ready for you guys! Bur often it makes sense to ignore non-sense comments/attitude, I just will be quietly waiting for student’s non acceptable behavior. No matter what! 9. I like to take care of myself at the end of a loooong day! Tomorrow is a new slate! 8. I Have a plan for when my students act out! The school disciplinary team is awesome! And I have

Text Book & needs for class Español 2 by Santillana Spanish Works by Santillana (for Spanish Speakers). Assignmetns will be online. Students will use 100 pages composition book, And only will use pens.

Gradebook There will be 2 assessments/week, plus Oral Assessment every other week. \Description Weight Class Work 30 Chapter test 25 Quizzes 15 Project 20 Oral Participation 10 Total Weight: 100.00 Attendance and make-up work Regular attendance is important especially when trying to learn a new language, and will affect your grade.  Come to class every day! In the event of an excuse absence, it is the students responsibility to find the missed homework/assessments/work by themselves.  If your absence is unexcused, you won’t have the opportunity to make up the assignment.

Procedures & Expectations. We will go through school wide and room 3213 procedures and guidelines, so we will maintain a structures line of work throughout the school year. I expect the best of everyone of you, as I will give the best of me as well. You will be expected to adhere to this schedule/procedures. You will have minimal reminders. As High School students, you must be responsible for your choices and your work. I will be likely to reach out your parents after I talk with you first. I want to treat you like responsible students and therefore you will need to reach out to me when you need help. I will be in my room every Wednesday from 3:00 to 4:00 for tutoring. 

 Looking forward to creating an engaging learning environment with each of you filled with varied personalities and perspectives you each bring.      Welcome to your senior year! My Expectations Looking forward to creating an engaging learning environment with each of you filled with varied personalities and perspectives you each bring. Welcome to your Spanish Class! Señora Guzmán 