Italiano 1 con Signora Lisa Biccari
Room 102
W.R. Satz School
email: lbiccari@holmdelschools.org
Salve! My name is Signora Biccari and I am looking forward to teaching you the beautiful Italian language. The purpose of this course is to immerse each student in the Italian language and culture, and to teach them a basic ability focused on speaking, listening, reading and writing. The course will be designed to be communicative, interactive and engaging for students. I hope that you find Italian class interesting, exciting, challenging and fun, BENVENUTI ALLA LEZIONE D’ITALIANO!
The following information will help you prepare for a successful year.
Course Description and Goals
In Italian students will study all aspects of language development including: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. We will follow the school’s Italian 1 curriculum. In addition we will use teacher created materials and audio-visuals. The goal is for students to be able to communicate in a meaningful way in real world situations, to gain a strong foundation in the Italian language, prepare for highschool Italian, and to connect with Italian culture.
Rules and Consequences for Behavior
1. Warning
2. Warning /5 minute Reset- written reflection
3. Conduct Report/Parent contact/Administration
If a student is a frequent offender intervention will be necessary and students will begin at stage 2- 3.
*Severe Clause: IMMEDIATE REMOVAL FROM CLASS & CONDUCT REPORT TO ADMINISTRATION
Grading
Assessments (40%): Listening, Speaking, Reading & Writing
Quizzes and Projects (30%)
Classwork & Class Participation (15%)
Homework (15%)
Absences and Make-up Work
Students are responsible for making up the work they miss when they are absent. Students may refer to Google Classroom for missed work. For absences of three or more days, students should arrange to attend extra help.
Late Work
All assignments and projects are to be submitted fully completed by the due date. If an assignment is not turned in the day it is due, then the student receives a missing grade (M). The missing grade will be counted as a zero if the student does not complete the assignment. The assignment will be graded when the student turns in the completed work late. However, the assignment will have a deduction in points (5% each day of class to 50% deduction) based on when the assignment is turned in. It is the STUDENT’S responsibility to notify the teacher that they have turned in a late assignment. No credit will be given for assignments handed in after the unit is over.
Extra Credit Assignments
The policy for Italian is that I DO NOT offer the opportunity to improve a grade by giving extra assignments.
Extra Help
Students are to attend extra help or to complete a make-up quiz from absences if needed. If you receive a grade below 70% on an assessment, it is highly recommended that you attend extra help, practice, and retake the assessment with teacher permission for a grade improvement of 70% or benchmark.
Tips for success
Plan ahead and be prepared for class
Be on time
Participate in Italian and stay engaged
Practice Italian outside of class
Use the Quizlet links to the chapter vocabulary and grammar posted on Clever Google Classroom
Use extra resources onGOOGLE CLASSROOM Quizlet.com, music/songs, movies, news, and extra links, use www.wordreference.com (Not Google Translate)
Be brave, enjoy, and maintain a positive mindset
Together, we will make this a very special year! Welcome to Italian Class!
Signora Biccari