Author: MaryAnn

Volume 1, Issue 1

September 2011

Ogemaw Heights High School English 12– College Prep

English 12 College Prep Newsletter

Special points of interest:
English 12
Guidelines for Success
Discipline Plan
Contact numbers
Topics to be covered.
Grading

English 12 Goals

Students will be focusing on the following objectives:
Read, analyze, and apply strategies for reading different materials. (web articles, web pages, brochures, pamphlets non-fiction writings, and novels)
Develop and improve writing and research proficiency skills.
Utilize the writing process.
Improve computer/research/keyboarding skills.
Utilize the internet for research.
Apply to and be accepted at one college or university of their choice.
Complete writing skills to scholarship applications
Learn college/life skills.
Improve grammar skills.
Improve understanding of vocabulary used in reading selections.
Write a ten-page research paper.
Discover purpose, passion, and leadership potential
Know the power of conviction.

English 12
College Prep
Mrs. Ahearne

Inside this issue:

English 12 Goals	1
Guidelines for Success	1
English 12 Teachers	1
Discipline Plan	2
Late Assignment Info.	3
Grade Information	3
Make up Work	3

Guidelines for Success

People who are successful in life know it takes:
Preparation
Responsibility
Integrity
Dedication
Effort
A Special Note
I look forward to working with you this year. If you have any questions , please feel free to call before or after school at 343.2020 or e-mail ahearnet@wbrc.k12.mi.us.
I can also be reached at home at
989.984.0318
Facebook Fan Page: Tammy Ahearne

The Ultimate Goal—Graduation!!

English 12 College Prep Teachers
Mrs. Tammy Ahearne
Mrs. Laurie Rose

English 12 College Prep Newsletter

English 12 Discipline Plan

Student Rules
Reasonable request from teacher or substitute shall not be denied.
Treat teachers, students, materials, and classroom with dignity and respect.
Students are to speak respectfully to others. No profanity or disrespectful language.
Students are to keep their hands to themselves.
Students will not endanger themselves or others in the classroom.
Cheating shall be dealt with in this classroom as mentioned in the student handbook.
Respect yourself and the rights of other students in this classroom to learn.
Learning is a priority in this class.
Teacher Rules
I will treat all students fairly. This does not mean I will treat all students the same. We
are all different human beings. I treat everyone fairly.
I will treat all students with dignity and respect.
I will motivate students to learn.
I will provide a high-quality curriculum and instruction.
I will communicate high expectations for every student.
I will communicate regularly with parents/guardians about student’s progress.
I will be reasonable about the amount of homework given to student.
I will provide guided practice to help students learn.

“Nothing is predestined: The obstacles of your past can become the gateways that lead to new beginnings”
Ralph Blum

Student Code of Conduct—Academic Rules

Academic Rules of Conduct
1. Come to class prepared. (Books,
folder, planner, and writing utensil)
2. Participate in class discussion. Be
on task with the rest of the class.
3. Seek Teacher’s assistance for clarification and understanding.
4. Be working on open assignment
when the bell rings to start class.
5. Know you can and will learn.
6. Set aside time to complete homework.
7. Follow school and class rules. Follow the school dress code.
8. Keep up on your progress in
the class.
9. Respect self, school, class
mates, staff, and family.
10. Ask for help when needed.
DO NOT SIT ON COUNTER!!!

Classroom Rules of Conduct

Entering the Classroom:
1. Have required materials ready for
class.
2. Be in your seat before the bell
rings.
3. Begin work on activity on board.
4. Quietly work on activity
until teacher signals for your
attention.
Tardy to Class:
Students must be in their assigned
seat before the bell rings. Students will receive a tardy if not in their seat for any reason.
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Turning in Assignments

Assignments will be collected by the teacher and placed in the appropriate folder for grading. If the assignment is not turned in when asked for, it will be deemed late.

Grading Policy

Guided Practice

1. Students are to engage in the assigned assignments during guided practice.
2. Students are not to socialize or leave their seats during classroom instruction
3. Socializing is not allowed during guided practice. Opting to do work as homework is not an option.

This class will follow a new grading format – designed to ensure your mastery of the materials that are presented to you and at the same time allow you to demonstrate growth as the year progresses.
The only assignments that will count toward your final semester grade will be the summative assignments listed on your unit handouts. Any other activities or assignments that you do are designed to help you understand the content and the process – they will not help your grade – nor will they hurt your grade.
Your semester grade will be a cumulative grade – thus there will not be three separate marking period grades averaged together. It is my hope that you will continue to improve as the year moves on – and thus your grade will improve as you develop your skills throughout the year.
I will also evaluate your participation, level of responsibility and citizenship. This will not affect your letter grade in the course, but it will be reported in a separate section on your report card.

Grading Scale:
92.5—100 A
89.5—92 A-
86.5—89 B+
82.5—86 B
79.5—82 B-
76.5—79 C+
72.5—76 C
69.5—72 C-
66.5—69 D+
62.5—66 D
59.5—62 D-
0—59 E

Percentages for assignments:
Writing/Projects …...60%
Assessments…………..40%

Themes and Ideas for the Class

What qualities define a good world citizen?
How can I create the world I want to live in?
How can I use my talents to create new opportunities for myself and others?
THEMES:
The stories we hear and the stories we tell shape who we are and who we become.
The power of stories and poetry is lost if we don’t listen.
Leadership can be a magnet or a beacon rather than a bullhorn or an organizational hierarchy.
Out of adversity comes strength of character.

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Ogemaw Heights High School English 12– College Prep

After an Absence

You will need to check the makeup folder for your hour located in the front of class.
Look for paperwork with your name on it.
Check with teacher for due date for makeup work
Remember always be in class if you are not seriously ill.

1. If you violate a classroom rule , you will be assigned a consequence. Depending on the frequency and severity of the misbehavior, you will receive
one or more of the following:
A. Warning
B. Loss of behavior points
C. Discussion with teacher
D. Change in seating assignment
E. Detention
F. Parent contact
F. Office Referral
2. If you feel that then enforcing of rules and consequences is unfair, you have the right to make an appointment to discuss the situation. I will be as fair as I can be in listening to your complaint.
Consequences for Student Handbook Violations
If a student breaks a rule that is covered in the student handbook, I must refer the situation to the office for an administrator to make the decision on parental contacts, police involvement, and other matters. This is part of my job and not my decision. Student handbook violations will be handled out of the class.

Consequences for Classroom Rule Violations

Class Ending

1. Teacher will ask students to return to assigned seats for final announcements.
2. I will give you a minute or two depending on the activity to clean up.
3. Student area should be clean and tidy.
4. You will be excused by the teacher not the bell. Hopping out of seat may cause class or self to be detained.
5. Students will never be allowed to stand by the door to be excused from class.

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Topics covered in English 12 College Prep
Essay and Responsorial Writings
College/Post-Graduate Research
Grammar
Leadership Skills
Email Usage
Current Events
Word Processing Skills
Internet Skills
Literary Analysis Skills
Informational Readings
Movie Appreciation
Much, Much More

I, ____________________________________________________ , understand and accept
(student’s name)
responsibility for the rules and ideas set forth in this newsletter.
Student’s Signature_____________________________________________________ _______________
Hour ______________
Date___________________________

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