College Prep I & II
Room 135
Mrs. Diane Engelstad
Classroom Expectations and Information
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
RESPECT
*Be respectful of the people, equipment, and furnishings of the room.
*Be respectful when others are called on to talk.
*Treat others as you would have them treat you.
PREPARE
*Be prepared by having all appropriate materials/supplies at your desk when the bell rings (paper, pencil or pen, reading book, class book, charged chromebook, etc.)
*Be seated in your assigned seat when the bell rings.
WORK
*Be on task at all times.
*Complete quality work in a timely manner (use class time constructively)
*Work individually and cooperatively.
BELONG
*Participate positively in the educational system and classroom activities.
REWARDS FOR POSITIVE BEHAVIOR
Learning, Better grades, More prepared for college, Praise, Respect from others and for yourself, Contact parent/guardian, Positive comments
CONSEQUENCES FOR NEGATIVE BEHAVIOR
If you choose to break expectations…
1. Non verbal reminder or warning which might include eye contact, gesture, or nod
2. Verbal warning
3. Discussion after class and/or detention
4. Parent phone call/letter noting problem
5. Conference with parent, teacher, principal, and student
LATE WORK POLICY
Each major assignment will be given a point value. Assignments are due on the due date for full credit; regardless of absence on the due date, major work assignments should be in turnitin.com ON TIME. Any major writing, reading, or speaking project considered late will lose 50% for one day and 75% for two days. After two days, the assignment is worth no credit; however, the assignment must still be turned in/completed to pass the class. ALL Major Work must be completed to pass the class regardless of your percentage. Daily work and vocabulary must be turned in on time for credit.
MAKE-UP WORK POLICY
The attendance and make-up work policy is reflective of the high school policy, but at the same time requires you to be diligent about getting things done as efficiently and quickly as possible, as the the class is preparing you for college. Most often, you will have two days for every day you were absent to complete your work and receive full credit; however, smaller, daily work assignments should be turned in the day after you pick them up. You are responsible for all materials covered if you are absent. I am NOT responsible for reminding you of missed work and tests. You must arrange a time outside of class to make up any missed tests or quizzes due to excused absences (you have only one week from the day the test is given to make up tests). Reminders of tests are given on the daily agenda posted in my room, orally, and (hopefully) on-line. If you are excused absent on the day an assignment is due, you must hand in the assignment on the day you return to class. If you are given the assignment beforehand, you are expected to have it done the day you return. No make-up opportunities will be given for unexcused absences. Being prepared with reading assignments is essential in this class, just as it is in college. Reading assignments will be posted for the week. You are expected to be up to date on the reading regardless of absence. You will be expected to take the quizzes the day you return to school even if you have been absent.
If a student has a work in advance slip for family trips or other authorized absences and assignments are given to him/her prior to the absence, that work is due the day the student returns. Extra time to complete this work will not be allowed. Due dates for assignments given during the absence will discussed, and an appropriate amount of time for completion will be given.
ASSESSMENT
The grading scale will be based on standard percentages. The following categories of scores will be averaged together for an overall class grade:
Approximately 20% = Daily Participation and Work
Approximately 40% = Writing Assignments and Major Projects
Approximately 40% = Quizzes and Tests
The following scale will be used for grading throughout the year:
A 94-100% B+ 87-89% C+ 77-79% D+ 67-69%
A- 90-93% B 84-86% C 74-76% D 64-66%
B- 80-83% C- 70-73% D- 60-63%
ANY percentage below 60% is failing.
MISCELLANEOUS
Keep returned assignments until the quarter ends to prepare for tests and as evidence if any discrepancy arises between your records and the grade book.
COLLEGE PREP COURSE DESCRIPTION
College Prep English is designed to meet expectations of freshman college English teachers and contains materials ranging from the twelfth grade level through college senior level. Though the work is challenging, it is not overwhelming; those who put forth a strong effort will succeed.
MAJOR TOPICS COVERED
A. Literature: we will choose at least seven pieces of literature to study during the coming year. These pieces have stood the test of time and are included in most “must read” college book lists. If you have any questions regarding any of the materials or subjects covered, please contact me.
B. Composition: Writing will be a key component of college prep. Emphasis will be on organization, preciseness, clarity, support, and critical thinking. Editing and rewriting will be a basic part of the learning experience.
C. Movies
The National Language Standards will be addressed through vocabulary lessons first semester and the reading. See http://corestandards.org/the-standards
E. Grammar/Mechanics
At the end of the year you will have the option of taking a CLEP (College Level Examination Program) test. The test is offered in multiple areas. It is a test normally paid for by the state of Minnesota. Students who pass should receive college credit in a certain area from most colleges.
Honor Code
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY is integral to the educational process in order for students to strive to make the most of their educational opportunities and for teachers to trust that work completed and evaluated represents the efforts of the student in question. Consequences are harsh in college for students caught plagiarizing. Often times the student is expelled.
The student in this class agrees to adhere to the HONOR CODE in completing all work for this class by avoiding academic dishonesty in all forms. To comply with the Honor Code, the student will refrain from cheating or plagiarizing in all forms including these:
A turnitin receipt will be required for all college prep writing assignments. Failure to adhere to the honor code will result in loss of credit for the assignment and possibly other consequences.
Dear Parent or Guardian:
Please review the following material with your son or daughter and sign below. Keep in mind you can help college prep students by showing a genuine interest in their work, by proofreading papers, by discussing current issues, and by providing quality study time at home. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns regarding the class or progress of your child. I can be reached at [email protected] or at 629-4148.
Thank you,
Mrs. Diane Engelstad
Parent/Guardian: My child has discussed the information, including the expectations for this class and the honor code with me.
________________________________ ___________________________
(signature) (date)
Student: I have read and understand the information and expectations of this class and will try my best to honor them.
________________________________ ___________________________
(signature) (date)
Student: I understand what constitutes cheating and plagiarism, and I hereby agree to abide by the Honor Code. I realize failure to do so will result in loss of credit and possibly other consequences.
________________________________ ___________________________
(signature) (date)
Room 135
Mrs. Diane Engelstad
Classroom Expectations and Information
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
RESPECT
*Be respectful of the people, equipment, and furnishings of the room.
*Be respectful when others are called on to talk.
*Treat others as you would have them treat you.
PREPARE
*Be prepared by having all appropriate materials/supplies at your desk when the bell rings (paper, pencil or pen, reading book, class book, charged chromebook, etc.)
*Be seated in your assigned seat when the bell rings.
WORK
*Be on task at all times.
*Complete quality work in a timely manner (use class time constructively)
*Work individually and cooperatively.
BELONG
*Participate positively in the educational system and classroom activities.
REWARDS FOR POSITIVE BEHAVIOR
Learning, Better grades, More prepared for college, Praise, Respect from others and for yourself, Contact parent/guardian, Positive comments
CONSEQUENCES FOR NEGATIVE BEHAVIOR
If you choose to break expectations…
1. Non verbal reminder or warning which might include eye contact, gesture, or nod
2. Verbal warning
3. Discussion after class and/or detention
4. Parent phone call/letter noting problem
5. Conference with parent, teacher, principal, and student
LATE WORK POLICY
Each major assignment will be given a point value. Assignments are due on the due date for full credit; regardless of absence on the due date, major work assignments should be in turnitin.com ON TIME. Any major writing, reading, or speaking project considered late will lose 50% for one day and 75% for two days. After two days, the assignment is worth no credit; however, the assignment must still be turned in/completed to pass the class. ALL Major Work must be completed to pass the class regardless of your percentage. Daily work and vocabulary must be turned in on time for credit.
MAKE-UP WORK POLICY
The attendance and make-up work policy is reflective of the high school policy, but at the same time requires you to be diligent about getting things done as efficiently and quickly as possible, as the the class is preparing you for college. Most often, you will have two days for every day you were absent to complete your work and receive full credit; however, smaller, daily work assignments should be turned in the day after you pick them up. You are responsible for all materials covered if you are absent. I am NOT responsible for reminding you of missed work and tests. You must arrange a time outside of class to make up any missed tests or quizzes due to excused absences (you have only one week from the day the test is given to make up tests). Reminders of tests are given on the daily agenda posted in my room, orally, and (hopefully) on-line. If you are excused absent on the day an assignment is due, you must hand in the assignment on the day you return to class. If you are given the assignment beforehand, you are expected to have it done the day you return. No make-up opportunities will be given for unexcused absences. Being prepared with reading assignments is essential in this class, just as it is in college. Reading assignments will be posted for the week. You are expected to be up to date on the reading regardless of absence. You will be expected to take the quizzes the day you return to school even if you have been absent.
If a student has a work in advance slip for family trips or other authorized absences and assignments are given to him/her prior to the absence, that work is due the day the student returns. Extra time to complete this work will not be allowed. Due dates for assignments given during the absence will discussed, and an appropriate amount of time for completion will be given.
ASSESSMENT
The grading scale will be based on standard percentages. The following categories of scores will be averaged together for an overall class grade:
Approximately 20% = Daily Participation and Work
Approximately 40% = Writing Assignments and Major Projects
Approximately 40% = Quizzes and Tests
The following scale will be used for grading throughout the year:
A 94-100% B+ 87-89% C+ 77-79% D+ 67-69%
A- 90-93% B 84-86% C 74-76% D 64-66%
B- 80-83% C- 70-73% D- 60-63%
ANY percentage below 60% is failing.
MISCELLANEOUS
Keep returned assignments until the quarter ends to prepare for tests and as evidence if any discrepancy arises between your records and the grade book.
COLLEGE PREP COURSE DESCRIPTION
College Prep English is designed to meet expectations of freshman college English teachers and contains materials ranging from the twelfth grade level through college senior level. Though the work is challenging, it is not overwhelming; those who put forth a strong effort will succeed.
MAJOR TOPICS COVERED
A. Literature: we will choose at least seven pieces of literature to study during the coming year. These pieces have stood the test of time and are included in most “must read” college book lists. If you have any questions regarding any of the materials or subjects covered, please contact me.
- Excerpts taken from the Bible
- Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain
- Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass by Frederick Douglass
- The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne
- “The Yellow Wallpaper” by Charlotte Perkins Gilman
- Hamlet by William Shakespeare
- The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar WildeTale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens
- Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
- The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger
- and possible others
B. Composition: Writing will be a key component of college prep. Emphasis will be on organization, preciseness, clarity, support, and critical thinking. Editing and rewriting will be a basic part of the learning experience.
- short essays, paragraphs, and papers
- critical literary analysis (one per piece of literature)
- sequel used for literary analysis
- argumentative analysis
- research paper utilizing MLA documentation format
- MLA portfolio
C. Movies
- includes some of the literary works from above
The National Language Standards will be addressed through vocabulary lessons first semester and the reading. See http://corestandards.org/the-standards
E. Grammar/Mechanics
- Survival
- Review and practice exercises
At the end of the year you will have the option of taking a CLEP (College Level Examination Program) test. The test is offered in multiple areas. It is a test normally paid for by the state of Minnesota. Students who pass should receive college credit in a certain area from most colleges.
Honor Code
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY is integral to the educational process in order for students to strive to make the most of their educational opportunities and for teachers to trust that work completed and evaluated represents the efforts of the student in question. Consequences are harsh in college for students caught plagiarizing. Often times the student is expelled.
The student in this class agrees to adhere to the HONOR CODE in completing all work for this class by avoiding academic dishonesty in all forms. To comply with the Honor Code, the student will refrain from cheating or plagiarizing in all forms including these:
- Copying the work of another student.
- Allowing one’s work to be copied by another student.
- Using unauthorized materials on a test or project.
- Obtaining unauthorized copies of materials, information, or knowledge prior to taking a test or completing a project.
- Claiming credit on a group project for contributions that were nonexistent or below requirements.
- Falsifying or forging any academic document.
- Failing to list sources used.
- Failing to indicate that material in a paper came from one of the sources. Following the wording on the original source too closely when paraphrasing.
- Using the ideas of another without proper citation.
- Changing some of the author’s words by retaining his/her ideas and/or sentence structure without citing.
A turnitin receipt will be required for all college prep writing assignments. Failure to adhere to the honor code will result in loss of credit for the assignment and possibly other consequences.
Dear Parent or Guardian:
Please review the following material with your son or daughter and sign below. Keep in mind you can help college prep students by showing a genuine interest in their work, by proofreading papers, by discussing current issues, and by providing quality study time at home. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns regarding the class or progress of your child. I can be reached at [email protected] or at 629-4148.
Thank you,
Mrs. Diane Engelstad
Parent/Guardian: My child has discussed the information, including the expectations for this class and the honor code with me.
________________________________ ___________________________
(signature) (date)
Student: I have read and understand the information and expectations of this class and will try my best to honor them.
________________________________ ___________________________
(signature) (date)
Student: I understand what constitutes cheating and plagiarism, and I hereby agree to abide by the Honor Code. I realize failure to do so will result in loss of credit and possibly other consequences.
________________________________ ___________________________
(signature) (date)