1. Español I
Sra. Torres
¡Bienvenidos!

2. Rules Behavior affects classroom achievement of everyone
Students should get to class & take out all materials (text, workbook, notebook, homework card)
Loss of 5 points / infraction for not having textbook / workbook

3. Curriculum Avancemos series
Quizzes (vocabulary, grammar later in year)
Lesson tests (listening, vocabulary, reading, grammar, speaking)
Compositions
Oral presentation
Homework (homework card)
Projects

4. Grading Point system Many points (+500 / quarter)
Focus on achievement on a daily basis
One bad / good day doesn’t change much
Opportunities for bonus points; no pushing up of quarter grades
A=91.5%+ B=83.5%+ C=73.5%+ D=64.5%+
Grades online: Administrative assistants available in the main office tonight to process Home Access Center forms.

5. X Absences Student responsibility to see me Absence binder
1 week to make up, but I advise to do ASAP
Advance notification of quizzes, tests

6. Problems Students should not let problems go
After school help in my room most days until 3:15
National Honor Society tutoring
/ phone: information on web site /
X 21234

7. Special Note Keep an open mind to new concepts & ideas
Look for Spanish all around you
Important to review regularly
Use the web site (flashcards, games, etc.)
Take responsibility – the material will require more out-of-class study as the year progresses

8. Thank you for coming tonight!
¡Gracias por venir!
Thank you for coming tonight!