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Spanish 1A and 1B*  Spanish 1A * Introduces students to the Spanish language and culture. Builds vocabulary and basic grammar skills in reading, writing and speaking.  Spanish 1B* Continues 1A, building and reinforcing skills.  Spanish 2 Builds on the foundation of Spanish I gaining more flexibility in their expression Students are expected to practice speaking, reading, writing and listening in Spanish daily.

Grading Grading is dividing into three sections  Preparation and production (20%) (homework, prepared, and using Spanish in class)  Formative (30%)*  (on-going progress in learning: quizzes, in class activities, homework, small projects)  Summative (50%)*  (showing knowledge and comprehension: IPA exams and large projects) *Can redo (once) after a relearn

Homework 2 kinds: Activities – usually started in class, but finished at home. Practice: - go over what we did in class by: -teaching family members -computer activities -google voice -calling friends Should last minutes

Student Resources  Student Notebook student work, study guides, dictionary  Website: LMSpanish.weebly.com study guides, on-line activities. (Will migrate to Schoology)  Text book: Realidades (1A, 1B, 2) used in class (available on line or hardcopy)  Work book (in class)  Radio/TV/Internet/library for listening activities  Google Voice for speaking activities  Teacher, peers, parents (!)  Scholastic ¿Qué tal?  ¿

Scholastic Magazine All level 1B and 2 students need to order a subscription to ‘¿Qué tal?’, a Scholastic Magazine in Spanish. To order, go to ‘Pay Student Fees’ on the LMS web site. Click on ‘Activities and Clubs’ Scroll down to ‘Scholastic Magazine Subscription.’

How can I help my student? Even if you don’t know Spanish!  Provide a clear time and place for homework  Have the student teach you what they are learning (teaching is the best form of learning!) – even if you can’t understand it all  Encourage interacting with the language: Learn some phrases you can use with them Label your house with Spanish! Play Spanish games on the internet (Duolingo) Change your computers browser to Spanish Play video games in Spanish Watch a movie/TV program you know in Spanish Listen to a sports game in Spanish.

Communication To reach me:  (the best way to reach me) For grades:  Infinite campus bvsd.org (get your password from the office) For Homework (every night!)  For daily work: your student’s planner  For larger projects: my web site (LMSpanish.weebly.com)

LMS World Expo A school wide exploration of Spanish and French speaking cultures. January 21, 2016 Would you like to help? Please sign our volunteer list or contact me at

France & Spain! Summer 2016 Join the 2 Traveling Pirates (Sra. Bragg & Prof Mitz) for an informational meeting about a summer trip to Ecuador through World Strides tours Who’s invited? LMS students and families Where: Sra. Bragg’s room 155 When: Tuesday, September 15, 5:30-6:30 pm Questions? Contact Sra. Bragg & Prof Mitz at or call

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Grading – Preparation and Production Preparation and Production is based on:  bringing materials to class (notebook, homework)  completing out of class work (logs, homework)  Participating in class (interacting in Spanish)

Grading - Formative Formative grades show how students are forming their knowledge. This is an ongoing process, therefore, students are encouraged to constantly improve their knowledge. Re-do option of formative work To show improvement of knowledge, students must show:  extra effort in studying by completing a formal corrections process  re-do work within four days of receiving a graded work

Grading – Summative  based on past class work (quizzes, homework, projects)  give the student and opportunity to show their ability to combine all their current knowledge writing, reading, listening, and speaking of Spanish.  Integrated Performance Assessments (IPA) – authentic interaction in an informal setting at the end of each unit.  Projects – formal presentation of a specific subject.

How can my student get help? Encourage your student to develop a study schedule and to self-advocate if they need help  Use their notes, book, internet, LMSpanish.weebly.com  Study with people (teaching each other helps learning)  Consult with me for ideas on how to study. I am available before or after class/school