Week 3
Monday, August 10. Students received their new vocabulary, which focuses on greetings and leave-takings. In short, students learned to identify themselves and others and practiced with some expressions of courtesy.
Entry/Exit ticket: Write this down and practice a lot before class on Tuesday:
Entry Ticket:
“Hola, buenos días”
(Hi, good morning)
Exit Ticket:
“Hasta mañana, Profe.”
(See you tomorrow, Profe.)
Homework:
Students will receive their new lesson vocabulary. Flashcards are due Block Day (Aug. 12-13th) for homework points. will not accept cards not numbered and small pieces of paper or torn paper (no smaller than ⅓ of a regular-sized index card)
Part of your engagement grade will be to have these cards with you (on your desk) AT ALL TIMES because you will be expected to practice these alone and/or with your partner if you finish an activity early
Study the Lesson 1 vocab words for a vocab and dictation quiz on Friday, August 14th
Tuesday, August 11: Students practiced new vocabulary through short dialogues and different activities, in which greetings and farewells were emphasized
Entry/Exit ticket: Write this down and practice a lot before class on Block day:
Entry Ticket:
“¿Cómo está usted?”
(How are you (formal)?)
Exit Ticket:
“Hasta luego, Profe.”
(See you later, Profe.)
Homework:
Preliminary unit flashcards were due today and students took their vocabulary and dictation quiz (8/3).
Students must bring their personal project notes and outline to work in class on Tuesday (8/4)
Personal introduction project: students received the instructions for their personal introduction project on Tuesday, July 28th. They are expected to work both inside and outside the classroom to complete this project, which will be presented in class on Block day, August 5–6. If a student is absent on that day, they must get a conference pass and present no later than three days after their absence.
Study your notes for a vocabulary and grammar exam on Friday, August 7th.
Block Day, August 12-13. Students practiced their new vocabulary and the alphabet in Spanish. Students also began to learn the grammar of the lesson with an emphasis on nouns and articles.
Entry/Exit ticket: Write this down and practice a lot before class on Friday:
Entry Ticket:
“El chico cubano”
(The Cuban boy)
Exit Ticket:
“La chica española”
(The Spanish girl)
Homework:
Students received their project #1 instructions. Students are expected to work both inside and outside the classroom to complete this project, which will be presented in class on Block day, September 2–3. If a student is absent the day of his/her presentation, the student must get a conference pass to present no later than three days after their absence.
Study the Lesson 1 vocab words for a vocab and dictation quiz on Friday, August 14th
Remember to have your flashcards with you (on your desk) AT ALL TIMES because you will be expected to practice these alone and/or with your partner if you finish an activity early.
Friday, August 14. Students completed their vocabulary and dictation quiz. Students concluded class by practicing the grammar of the lesson with a focus on nouns and articles in Spanish.
Entry/Exit ticket: Write this down and practice a lot before class on Monday:
Entry Ticket:
“¿Cómo está, Profe?”
(How are you, Profe.?)
Exit Ticket:
“Muchas gracias, Profe.”
(Thanks a lot, Profe.)
Homework:
Students went over their project #1 instructions. Students are expected to work both inside and outside the classroom to complete this project, which will be presented in class on Block day, September 2–3. If a student is absent the day of his/her presentation, the student must get a conference pass to present no later than three days after their absence.
Pronunciation quiz on Friday (8/21). Study the alphabet, lesson vocabulary and the assigned reading.
Remember to have your flashcards with you (on your desk) AT ALL TIMES because you will be expected to practice these alone and/or with your partner if you finish an activity early.
Week 2
Monday, August 3. After taking their vocabulary and dictation quiz, students reviewed the numbers 1-30 and registered the verb "haber" to talk about what is in their classroom.
Entry/Exit ticket: Write this down and practice a lot before class on Tuesday:
Entry Ticket:
“¿Qué día es hoy?”
(What day is today?)
Exit Ticket:
“Hoy es martes”
(Today is Tuesday)
Homework:
Preliminary unit flashcards were due today and students took their vocabulary and dictation quiz (8/3).
Students must bring their personal project notes and outline to work in class on Tuesday (8/4)
Personal introduction project: students received the instructions for their personal introduction project on Tuesday, July 28th. They are expected to work both inside and outside the classroom to complete this project, which will be presented in class on Block day, August 5–6. If a student is absent on that day, they must get a conference pass and present no later than three days after their absence.
Study your notes for a vocabulary and grammar exam on Friday, August 7th.
Tuesday, August 4. Students practiced with school subjects in Spanish and the days of the week. Afterwards, students were given time to work/practice their personal introduction project which is due on Block day.
Entry/Exit ticket: Write this down and practice a lot before class on Block Day:
Entry Ticket:
“¿Qué día es mañana?”
(What day is tomorrow?)
Exit Ticket:
“Mañana es viernes”
(Tomorrow is Friday)
Homework:
Be ready to present your personal introduction project: students received the instructions for their personal introduction project on Tuesday, July 28th. They are expected to work both inside and outside the classroom to complete this project, which will be presented in class on Block day, August 5–6. If a student is absent on that day, they must get a conference pass and present no later than three days after their absence.
Study your notes for a vocabulary and grammar exam on Friday, August 7th.
Block Day, August 5-6. Students presented their project #1. Subsequently, student practiced with school subjects and the days of the week in Spanish. Finally students observed a cultural reading.
Entry/Exit ticket: Write this down and practice a lot before class on Block Day:
Entry Ticket:
“¿Qué día es mañana?”
(What day is tomorrow?)
Exit Ticket:
“Mañana es viernes”
(Tomorrow is Friday)
Homework:
Students presented their personal introduction project today, August 5–6. If a student was absent, they must get a conference pass from Profe. Serrato and present no later than three days after their absence
Study your notes for a vocabulary and grammar exam on Friday, August 7th.
Resources:
SPANISH - Lesson 2: saying your name and asking someone for their name
Spanish Alphabet Song - Orale, el alfabeto: Word, The Alphabet
Original Spanish Alphabet Flash Cards | 30 Letters | Quick Study for Spanish Tests
Numbers Song in Spanish. Canción de los números de BASHO & FRIENDS
Talking about School Subjects in Spanish. How to pronounce school subjects in Spanish.
Friday, August 7. Students completed the Preliminary Unit Exam. On Monday (8/10), students will receive their new vocabulary and they are expected to make flashcards which will be due next block day: August 13th. Don’t forget to number them and use the correct color of ink for your class.
Entry/Exit ticket: Write this down and practice a lot before class on Monday:
Entry Ticket:
“¿Qué día es mañana?”
(What day is tomorrow?)
Exit Ticket:
“Mañana es martes”
(Tomorrow is Tuesday)
Week 1
Monday, July 27. Students received an introduction to class syllabus, rules and procedures and, classroom expectations.
Write this down and practice a lot before class on Tuesday:
Entry Ticket:
“Hola”
(Hi)
Exit Ticket:
“Adiós”
(Good bye)
Homework:
Learn the rules and procedures for Spanish 1 so that you can be successful.
Bring a small (2X2) photo to tape on the daily engagement card. This will help me quickly memorize names and help me put names to faces this week. Bring your photo by Block day as this will be counted as a homework grade.
Fill out electronic syllabus acknowledgement by Friday, July 31st. This will be counted as a homework grade.
Resources:
Tuesday, July 28. Students took their pre-test and then learned about Spanish-speaking countries and capitals. Finally, students received instructions for their first project.
Entry/Exit ticket: Write this down and practice a lot before class on Block Day:
Entry Ticket:
“Tell me two Spanish-speaking countries in Spanish”
Exit Ticket:
“Tell me the two capitals of the countries you chose for your entry ticket”
Homework:
Learn the rules and procedures for Spanish 1 so that you can be successful.
Bring a small (2X2) photo to tape on the daily engagement card. This will help me quickly memorize names and help me put names to faces this week. Bring your photo by Block day as this will be counted as a homework grade.
Fill out electronic syllabus acknowledgement by Friday, July 31st. This will be counted as a homework grade.
Personal introduction project: Students received the instructions for their personal introduction project on Tuesday, July 28th. They are expected to work both inside and outside the classroom to complete this project, which will be presented in class on Block day, August 5–6. If a student is absent on that day, they must get a conference pass and present no later than three days after their absence.
Resources:
Block Day, July 29-30. Students were introduced to the Spanish alphabet and recorded the lesson vocabulary to be used in introductions and conversations.
Entry/Exit ticket: Write this down and practice a lot before class on Friday:
Entry Ticket:
“Buenos días”
(Good morning)
Exit Ticket:
“Hasta luego”
(See you later)
Homework:
Learn the rules and procedures for Spanish 1 so that you can be successful.
The 2X2 photo for daily engagement card was due today for a homework grade.
Fill out electronic syllabus acknowledgement by Friday, July 31st. This will be counted as a homework grade.
Preliminary Lesson Flashcards are due next Monday (8/3) for homework points.
Personal introduction project: Students received the instructions for their personal introduction project on Tuesday, July 28th. They are expected to work both inside and outside the classroom to complete this project, which will be presented in class on Block day, August 5–6. If a student is absent on that day, they must get a conference pass and present no later than three days after their absence.
Resources:
The secrets of learning a new language | Lýdia Machová | TED
Spanish Alphabet Song - Orale, el alfabeto: Word, The Alphabet
Original Spanish Alphabet Flash Cards | 30 Letters | Quick Study for Spanish Tests
Where are you from? - ¿De dónde eres tú?" - Calico Spanish Videos for Kids
Friday, July 31. Students reviewed personal pronouns and the verb "ser" to apply it with their new vocabulary. Students also recorded the numbers 1–30 in Spanish in order to state their ages and places of origin.
Entry/Exit ticket: Write this down and practice a lot before class on Monday:
Entry Ticket:
“(Yo) soy de _______ (city and state)”
(I am from–mention the city and state)
Exit Ticket:
“Yo tengo [ # ]años”
(I am years [ # ] old)
Homework:
Fill out electronic syllabus acknowledgement by Friday, July 31st. This will be counted as a homework grade.
Personal introduction project: Students received the instructions for their personal introduction project on Tuesday, July 28th. They are expected to work both inside and outside the classroom to complete this project, which will be presented in class on Block day, August 5–6. If a student is absent on that day, they must get a conference pass and present no later than three days after their absence.
Preliminary Lesson Flashcards are due next Monday (8/3) for homework points.
Vocabulary and dictation quiz on Monday, August 3rd.
Resources:
Numbers Song in Spanish. Canción de los números de BASHO & FRIENDS
Where are you from? - ¿De dónde eres tú?" - Calico Spanish Videos for Kids
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Block Day, August 12-13. Students practiced their new vocabulary and the alphabet in Spanish. Students also began to learn the grammar of the lesson with an emphasis on nouns and articles.
Entry/Exit ticket: Write this down and practice a lot before class on Friday:
Entry Ticket:
“El chico cubano”
(The Cuban boy)
Exit Ticket:
“La chica española”
(The Spanish girl)
Homework:
Students received their project #1 instructions. Students are expected to work both inside and outside the classroom to complete this project, which will be presented in class on Block day, September 2–3. If a student is absent the day of his/her presentation, the student must get a conference pass to present no later than three days after their absence.
Study the Lesson 1 vocab words for a vocab and dictation quiz on Friday, August 14th
Remember to have your flashcards with you (on your desk) AT ALL TIMES because you will be expected to practice these alone and/or with your partner if you finish an activity early.
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