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¡Bienvenidos a todos!
Welcome to all! Below you will find some general information that pertains to all of Señor Sullivan's LHS Spanish classes, including helpful links for studying and practicing Spanish language skills. On the left and bottom of this page are links to pages set up for specific classes. These class pages contain detailed course descriptions, announcements, lesson plans, and attachments, all specific to particular classes. If you should have any concerns or questions during the semester, please make contact by email or phone. Both my school phone number and my email addresses are printed below. For administrative purposes, please make sure to have your child return the bottom portion of the class syllabus issued on the first day of class, and, in order to receive bi-weekly progress reports by email, please include your email address on the return portion of the class syllabus. Looking forward to an exciting and productive semester! Thank you!
Señor Sullivan sullivanb@citrus.k12.fl.us sullivanb.lhs@gmail.com
(352) 746-2334 ext. 271 (616) hábleme (Google Voice)
What are the class rules? 1. Arrive on time 2. Bring all materials to class everday 3. Participate 100% 4. Respect yourself and others What materials do I need to have in class every day? 1. Textbook & Workbook 2. Three-ring binder 3. Paper and pen or pencil 4. Flash-drive (for class projects)
How are we graded?
20 % Quizzes & Minor Class Project Assessments 20 % Homework & Participation 40 % Chapter Tests 20 % Final Exam 100% Final Quarter Grade Help! What do I do when I am absent? The challenging endeavor of studying a foreign language requires daily commitment and practice. In order to reinforce and practice fundamental language concepts, all class assignments are designed to be opportunities for vital and repetitive practice with the language. Present in class or not on a particular day, students are accountable for all coursework. When a student misses class, it is his or her responsibility to make-up missed assignments. An assignment, in any form, be it homework, class work, test, quiz or project, not submitted for credit is a zero in the grade book. Along with class materials, electronic audio activities, electronic flash cards, links to online study resources, there are detailed lesson plans—updated every day—found on the class website http://sites.google.com/site/lhssullivanb/ and can be trusted when referencing for missed work. Thus, when absent, a student should…
Help! How can I become a better student? [Seven steps to success]
1. Dedicate yourself to putting forth an effort of 100% and to having a positive attitude. 2. Study a little bit every night. 3. Use your class group as a study group; meet outside of class and study together. 4. Copy into your notebook (and date) anything the teacher writes on the board. 5. Keep a well-organized notebook of completed class assignments. 6. Use your agenda or notebook to record all upcoming assignments. 7. If you fall behind, get help immediately! Help! How can I be successful in Spanish class? [Seven more steps to success] 1. Rewrite, reorganize, and review the day's class notes, work, and materials. 2. Conjugate (in writing and repeat orally) the chapter verbs, making sure to pay attention to any written accents. 3. Use flashcards to review vocabulary. 4. Use the Internet resources available to practice speaking, listening, and pronunciation skills (see links found on specific class pages).
5. Practice pronunciation by reading out-loud in front of a mirror.
6. Practice pronunciation by recording passages read out-loud, listening to the recordings, and practicing difficult words and phrases.
7. Use the Internet, TV, and radio to access, read, listen, and watch a variety of popular media in Spanish everyday. |