Ms. Hutchinson’s English 1-2 CP Classroom Welcome to Ms. Hutchinson’s English 1-2 CP Classroom

A Bit About Myself… Born and raised in Manhattan Beach Lover of reading, writing, theatre, musicals, traveling, and cooking Proud MCHS Alumni, class of 2005 Immediate interest in all things English Avid participant in the drama department

Education & Experience San Francisco State University BA in 2009 Masters in Education, 2015 Student Teaching Assignment: MCHS, 2015 Freshmen English Drama 1, Drama 2

About This Course… English 1-2 is a college prep course designed to help students challenge themselves in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The course focuses on the study of core and extended works, including novels, short stories, poetry, and drama. Students will read and discuss selections from all genres and deal with a variety of themes and topics. Students will also have a wide range of writing assignments and will learn the effective use of process writing while building an extensive vocabulary. Furthermore, they will develop higher level thinking skills and focus on the analysis of themes by responding to literature in writing, discussion, collaborative learning activities, and oral presentations. 2 outside reading projects per semester. SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 Greek Myths & Drama (Antigone) Romeo & Juliet Fahrenheit 451 Catcher in the Rye Lord of the Flies Poetry Short Fiction & Non-Fiction Grammar Grammar

Technology in Our Classroom Learning Management System Demo Year MCHS staff is testing multiple new options to identify the best fit for Costa: Canvas / E-Backpack / Google Apps for Education / Haiku / Schoolology This class will be using CANVAS: mbusd.instructure.com (accessible via my staff page on the MCHS website) Students can access site via phone, tablet, computer Students should expect to have assignments online regularly Students should be checking class website frequently for class updates Tech issues? Students should email me! ClassDojo Keeps tabs on academic behaviors (participation, being on/off task, preparedness) PARTICIPATION IS 15% OF FINAL CLASS GRADE! Sends regular updates to parents who connect (via email or app) Quick and easy way for us to communicate!

Grading Grades are accumulative Essays, exams, and large projects: generally 50-100 points each Homework, classwork, and quizzes: generally 10-30 points each Participation accounts for 15% of the final grade Speaking in class, actively listening, collaborating during group work Late Work: 10% loss for each day an assignment is late. Can always earn 50% if turned in within 2 weeks of original due date. Rubrics Students will be provided with rubrics for all major assignments when they are assigned. Rewrites Students have the opportunity to rewrite large written assignments throughout the year (timed writings, at home essays, certain projects). Original score and rewrite score will be averaged and entered as final score in PowerSchool. Strengthens revision skills and rewards students who closely review feedback/ ask questions. Can be completed throughout each semester. Final due date TBD.

I believe in laughter, kindness, and imagination. Teaching Beliefs RESPECT above all else: Each other Classroom time School materials The classroom should be a safe and welcoming environment. Collaboration is crucial. Risk-taking is a valuable and necessary part of the learning experience. My goal is not only to teach the state standards, but assist students in finding their personal voice and unlocking a passion for learning, exploring, and reflecting. I believe in laughter, kindness, and imagination.

mhutchinson@mbusd.org Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns. I am most accessible by email and will respond within 24 hours during the week. Phone and in-person meetings can be arranged when necessary. Additional resources: MCHS website/ Teacher Profile page mbusd.instructure.com Classdojo.com Did you pick up your sign up code?