Padres (Parents)

Estimados Padres (Dear Parents),

This page is designed to give you practical advice on how to help your child succeed in Spanish.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me. My email address is jjezuit@d57.org You can also reach me by phone at 847-394-7350 x 5304.

Atentamente (Sincerely),

Srta. Jezuit

Notas (Grades)

Quarter grades are calculated using total points in 7th and 8th grade.

All assignments listed in the grade book are categorized under three categories:

-Formative assessments (i.e., quizzes, projects)

-Summative assessments (i.e., chapter assessments)

-Class work

**If a student is absent from class due to illness or a music lesson, a ".1" will appear in the online grade book. This signifies that it is an assignment that a student can make up for credit. A "0" denotes that the student received no credit for the assignment and can not make up the assignment for credit.

6th Grade Quarter Grades

6th grade quarter grades are weighted in the following manner:

-Interpretive Assessments 30%

-Interpersonal Assessments 30%

-Presentational assessments 30%

-Learning Checks 10%

Top Ten Tips to Help Your Child Succeed in a World Language

Even if you do not know the world language your student is studying, you can still help them be successful.

1. Create a routine. Set aside a specific time and place for your child to study.

2. Make sure your child reviews the vocabulary and grammar concepts learned in class on a daily basis. Just 15-20 minutes a day can make a difference. Studies have shown that students that study a language in smaller chunks, frequently versus those that study infrequently for extended periods of time retain the language better.

3. Quiz your child on the meaning of vocabulary words.

4. Quiz your child on the spelling of vocabulary words.

5. Have your child explain newly learned grammar concepts to you. This will help to solidify concepts in their mind.

6. Have your child create flashcards. They can use index cards or an online program such as Quizlet and Wordplay.

7. Encourage your child to watch TV shows or movies and listen to radio programs in the language. The internet is a wonderful resource. Movies that your child already knows the story to, such as Disney movies, are ideal for this.

8. Encourage your child to read in the language. Have them read articles and try and get the gist of the article or read children’s books. Stories they are familiar with in English, such as fairy tales, are especially helpful. Once again the internet is a good source.

9. Encourage your child to complete review activities online. (See my “Enlaces” page for suggestions.)

10. Have your child teach you the language by speaking to you. For example, have them name foods when grocery shopping or at dinner. This will help your child with pronunciation and to become comfortable with speaking the language.