¡Bienvenidos! A la clase de español
Señora Crognale Going into year 20 teaching Spanish Grew up Speaking Spanish. Mom was from Cuba Mom was a Spanish teacher too! My Cuban grandparents are/were a very BIG part of my life Traveled to Spain, Costa Rica, Puerto Rico and 3 years ago…CUBA!!!
My son is in 8th grade at Holland, so I will be living your pain with you this year!
Course Objectives To foster a love for Spanish culture and language Prepare students for Spanish II, either regular or honors Finish 3 units (each unit has 2 chapters) Have fun!!!!
Likes/Dislikes Describing others Present tense School Food/Restaurant Curriculum Likes/Dislikes Describing others Present tense School Food/Restaurant Family Shopping/Clothing
Grading 20% Homework (not too much in the beginning, but should expect something every weeknight (no weekends)..\Spanish stamp and grade sheet.doc 25% tests/projects (usually 1 per mp) 35% quizzes (given each Friday) 20% class participation & preparation http://www.transparent.com/word-of-the-day/today/spanish.html?utm_media=email Sign up for the Spanish word of the day. I accept 5 words per test/quiz for extra credit. It is the student’s responsibility to make up work!!
El texto https://my.hrw.com/ Lots of on-line resources for the textbook.
I took 2 years of Spanish in high school and I can’t remember a thing…how can I help my child! Practice at home daily (review pages at end of each chapter) https://my.hrw.com/ Make flashcards or go to Be a partner in quizzing of dittos/flashcards Checking that homework is done E-mail me anytime and make sure your child sees me after an absence. acrognale@crsd.org Check the website for updates on tests and homework. Google classroom Remind app
What can you expect from me? I will prepare materials and activities for class to generate enthusiasm for learning. Develop a relationship with your child. I’m a mommy too, so I know they are your whole world I will be fair E-mail me!!!! I will be happy to keep in touch We will have a lot of fun, and by accident, they will learn Spanish! Visit my website. www.crsd.org/Domain/1136