Syllabus

¡Bienvenidos!

This year, we will be immersed in the language through reading, creating original stories, watching and dissecting short videos, singing, and exploring cultural influences and customs. I am so excited to see you grow this year and hope you begin to see the world through a different lens.

Required Materials

• 3-ring binder
  
  

• 5 divider tabs labeled: Readings/Stories, CT/Songs, PdD, WW/Verbs, Basics
  
  

• 50 sheets of loose-leaf paper
  
  

• Pencil
  
  

• 1 box of tissues

Procedures & Expectations

• Be seated and working on the Pregunta del Día when the bell rings
  
  

• Only class materials should be on the desk — keep your space focused
  
  

• NO homework is assigned — so you must be present, focused, and participatory
  
  

• Participation = ~25% of your grade
  
  

• No food or drinks, except water bottles
  
  

• Please put away phones, AirPods, and other distractions before class begins
  
  

How and What You Will Learn

Listening

We’ll hear tons of spoken Spanish — songs, stories, videos, and teacher-led conversation. Your job is to help make these interactions engaging by doing your 50%: listen, react, and contribute!

Speaking

Class is mostly in Spanish, and you’ll be encouraged to speak daily. English will be limited. Expect to take risks, make mistakes, and grow your confidence!

Writing

You’ll respond to the Pregunta del Día, do timed free writes, and complete activities in present, past, and future tenses. Writing will be frequent and low-pressure, focused on communication, not perfection.

Reading

We’ll read often: class-created stories, lyrics, short novels, articles, and more — sometimes solo, sometimes as a group. Reading helps grow vocabulary and confidence.

Culture

Explore Spanish-speaking cultures through geography, pop culture, history, food, customs, and current events. Understanding culture helps us communicate with empathy and meaning.

Assessments

• Frequent, informal quizzes (some may be unannounced)
  
  

• Free writes: 10-minute timed writings focused on word count & communication, not grammar
  
  

• Occasional projects, unit assessments, performances, or presentations depending on the level

Make-Up & Late Work

• If absent, check Google Classroom for assignments
  
  

• Late work = max 50%, and only accepted up to 2 weeks late
  
  

• COMMUNICATE with me if you’re out — this is part of language learning too!

Class Rules

I expect:

• Eyes, ears, pencils, and brains — give me your best!
  
  

• No phones, no AirPods, no multitasking — be present

You can expect:

• Stories, songs, books, and videos
  
  

• A mix of assessments: tests/quizzes, classwork, participation, writing
  
  

• A class experience built on your energy and engagement

Accommodations

• If you need accommodations or support, I’m here to help. Please reach out privately so I can support your success.