1. Mrs. Ann Pagano apagano@lakeland.k12.nj.us
ENGLISH 2 ACADEMIC
Mrs. Ann Pagano

2. Units of Study
Critical reading of prose and poetry
Essay Writing – persuasive, narrative, literary analysis.
Grammar
Vocabulary
Literary
Teaching Strategies
Pair/Share Activities
Small group work
Lecture and note taking
Individual class work
Extra Help
I am available for extra help and make-ups after school on Fridays in room 206 and B-days block 4A in room Other teachers are available for Extra help during all lunches and study halls. Details are posted in the classroom.

3. Selected Readings Fiction: The Great Gatsby The Crucible
To Kill a Mockingbird
Of Mice and Men
Nonfiction:
Assorted Articles

4. Assessments
Tests: points
Quizzes: 5 – 50 points
Essays: 100 points
Projects/Presentations: 25 – 100 points
Homework: 5 points per week
Class Work: points
Note: If a student is absent on a due date, I will put a zero in the grade book until the student makes up the work pursuant to policy deadlines. Once the work is made up, I will delete the zero and replace it with the grade the student earned.

5. Resources:
Literature:
Glencoe. The Reader’s Choice: American Literature. 2000
Grammar:
Prentice Hall. Writing and Grammar
Vocabulary:
Amsco. Vocabulary for the College-Bound Student
Selected vocabulary from literature
Miscellaneous
Today’s lifestyle is busy for everyone. In order to simplify matters, I keep my online grade book (Power School) Faculty Page current. They will help answer many questions regarding grades, due dates, and missing class work or homework. I ask that parents/guardians and students check both of these sites before contacting me.