Dear Spanish 2 Students and Parents:
¡Bienvenidos al segundo año de su estudio de la lengua español! This course of study will expand your knowledge of grammar and syntax which will enable you to communicate more easily and more effectively. We will also study the geography and culture of many Hispanic countries. As each unit contains a large number of vocabulary words, it is important that you continue to be committed to daily oral practice and vocabulary review in addition to any homework assignments. It is very difficult to "catch up" once you have fallen behind the rest of the class. Fifteen to thirty minutes a day is necessary to ensure retention.
All daily assignments for Spanish 2 will be posted on Google Classroom. My weekly lesson plans can be found on the Google Classroom tab under the Announcements/Weekly Planner Topic or on my website.
I will use the textbook in class at different times during the school year. I have a class set of textbooks in my room for students.
Students will need to bring their CHARGED Chromebook to class each day! Students will need a three-ring binder notebook with loose leaf paper for class materials and notes.
Assessments reflect and mirror performance-based activities taking place in the classroom on a daily basis. These assessments allow students to demonstrate what they know and can do in Spanish, showing their progress toward increased language proficiency in multiple ways using real-world tasks. Percentages are: Homework/Classwork, Class Participation and Quizzes count 40% and Tests and Projects count 60% of a students quarter grade. Each semester exam will count 10% of the semester grade.
Late Work Policy is as follows: In all Spanish 2CP courses, once an assignment is late, (i.e. not turned in during the period at the time it is collected), the student can earn up to 90% credit the following day, decreasing by 10% more each day it is late. After the fifth day late, the assignment cannot earn higher than a 50%, but may be turned in until the end of the quarter.
Class participation is of utmost importance in a language class. By actively participating you will become more involved and the class will become more interesting-and learning seems easier! The assessments will require you to speak the language, so it is critical that students take every opportunity to practice.
The following rules will be observed in this class:
1. Be in class every day and ON TIME. Attendance is crucial to your success. Remember that credit can be denied if a student has more than 5 unexcused absences in this class. Parent notes count as one of the 5 absences, so be sure to get a note from the doctor or dentist if it is a medical absence. These notes must be turned in within 2 days of the absence. This applies to early dismissals too. You should be seated and ready to work when the bell rings.
2. Be prepared with the necessary materials every day: computer, textbook, notebook, paper, pen or pencils.
3. Sharpen pencils before class begins.
4. No gum, candy, etc. allowed. Water is permitted.
5. Be respectful to others. If everyone follows the Golden Rule, we will have a great year!
6. All rules in the GHS handbook will be observed!
7. Use of personal decives are prohibited during the school day according to South Carolina State Law.
8. Chromebooks are to brought to class everyday! Students are responsible for charging Chromebooks before coming to class.
9. Sleeping in class is not permitted.
Information concerning AI use in the classroom:
This year, students will use MagicSchool AI, a generative AI platform designed specifically for education. As tools like ChatGPT and Gemini become standard in the professional world, utilizing MagicSchool prepares students for the future workforce by teaching safe and responsible technology use.
Students will use these tools for real-time feedback and dynamic problem-solving. To ensure appropriate use, teachers retain access to all student chats. MagicSchool strictly protects privacy and does not collect or utilize student data. All AI software, including MagicSchool, complies with GCS Board Policy and Administrative Rule IA.
This course may utilize generative AI tools, such as MagicSchool and Google Gemini, to supplement traditional instruction. Greenville County Schools prioritizes the ethical use of these technologies for brainstorming and self-guided learning.
Critical Thinking First: AI must not replace original thought or coursework.
Academic Integrity: Using AI to complete and submit assignments as original work constitutes plagiarism.
Required Citation: If teacher-approved, all AI use must be properly cited.
Content Awareness: Students must remain vigilant regarding potential biases and inaccuracies in AI-generated content.
Policy Compliance: All AI programs align with GCS Board Policy and Administrative Rule IA.
Parent involvement is crucial to student success. I want to hear from you! Parent-teacher communication is very important, as students who are struggling need to be identified quickly. Please call the school at 355-5592, or contact me at sltaylor@greenville.k12.sc.us and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
I am looking forward to an exciting year!
Sincerely,
Susan Taylor
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