International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program Information

Various supplementary texts, selected films, and appropriate websites

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  use the language as a vehicle for thought, creativity, reflection, learning, and self-expression,
  
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  develop the skills involved in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and viewing in a variety of contexts,
  
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  explore the many facets of the language through the use of media and information technology,
  
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  respond appropriately to a variety of texts,
  
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  and develop a critical and creative approach to studying and analyzing literature.
  

At the end of the course, students should be able to:

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  use correct grammar with appropriate and varied sentence structure,
  
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  use language to narrate, describe, analyze, explain, argue, persuade, inform, entertain, and express feelings,
  
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  understand and comment on the language, content, structure, meaning and significance of both familiar and previously unseen pieces of writing,
  
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  and express ideas with clarity and coherence in both oral and written communication.
  

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   Topics include, but are not limited to:
   
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  Epic
  
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  Shakespearean drama
  
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  Media, persuasion and propaganda
  
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  Research and essay writing
  
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  Poetry
  
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  Novels
  
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  Short stories
  

Various supplementary texts, selected films, and appropriate websites

The aims of the teaching and study of Language A are to encourage and enable the student to:

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  comprehend more clearly aspects of their own culture and those of other cultures by exploring the interdependence of human beings through a variety of works,
  
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  develop the skills involved in speaking, listening, reading, writing and viewing in a variety of contexts,
  
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  respond appropriately to a variety of texts,
  
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  read widely to promote a lifelong interest in language and literature,
  
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  develop a critical and creative approach to studying and analyzing literature,
  
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  and to consider the role of literature both culturally and historically.
  

At the end of the course students should be able to:

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  demonstrate a critical awareness of a range of written and visual texts,
  
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  compare texts and connect themes to show similarities or differences across genres,
  
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  express ideas with clarity and coherence in both oral and written communication,
  
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  express an informed personal response to literary and non-literary texts and demonstrate the ability to approach works independently,
  
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  use and understand an appropriate and varied range of vocabulary and idiom,
  
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  and use correct grammar with appropriate and varied sentence structure.
  

Prentice Hall Writing and Grammar Handbook - $30.00

Various supplementary texts, selected films, and appropriate websites

* Students may be asked to procure novels that are not provided by the school. Advance notice will be given.

6^th Grade Spanish (Continuous)

Señora Sandra Minsk, Room 234

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   Course Description
   

This course is designed for students continuing from the elementary Spanish Program. Upon completion of the eighth grade sequence, students will earn one high school unit of study and be eligible for level 2 in the ninth grade. Students are accustomed to the instruction being conducted in Spanish and continue to develop their listening and speaking skills. Students respond, ask questions, make requests, and discuss the lesson elements. Reading and writing skills are gradually developed and serve to support the speaking and listening skills.

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   Aims and Objectives
   

Students will be able to:

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  Develop a positive attitude toward the continued learning of Spanish.
  
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  Appreciate the importance of Spanish and realize that it is useful in everyday life.
  
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  Use the concepts listed below (topics).
  

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   Topics
   

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  Give names
  
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  Greet each other
  
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  Describe pictures using colors, size and actions
  
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  Describe pets, people, weather, leisure time activities, school, family members, rooms of a house, articles of clothing, and holidays
  
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  Give date
  
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  Follow directions given orally
  

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   International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program Information
   

1. 
   Assessment
   

Students will be assessed in a number of ways. They will have both oral and written assessments. Homework is assigned and graded on a daily basis. Daily participation and classwork are also assessed. Please refer to the syllabus for categories and percentages.

2. 
   Guiding Questions
   

Our guiding question for the year is “Can I use what I’ve learned with my Spanish speaking friends and people in my community?” The activities we do in class will all help students communicate.

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   Resources
   

Computer lab

Teacher generated materials

Course Outline

Spanish-7^th Grade

Señora Sandra Minsk, Room 234

2. 
   Aims and Objectives
   

Students will be able to:

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  Develop a positive attitude toward the continued learning of Spanish
  
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  Apply the skills they learn with Spanish speaking friends and with people in the community
  

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   Topics
   
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     Names, introducing oneself
     
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     Greetings and closures
     
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     Describe yourself
     
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     Talk about likes and dislikes
     
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     Describe pets and family members
     
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     Ask and answer questions
     
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     Describe school
     
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     Identify and talk about sports and leisure activities
     

2. 
   International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program Information
   

1.Assessment

2. 
   Resources
   

En Español – text

Computer lab

6th,7th,8th Grade Health Mrs. Binnion/Ms. Dixon/ Mr. Stewart/ Mr. Strickland Room # 105 & 102 Phone 404 843 7710 binnion@fultonschools.org; dixonaa@fultonschools.org; stewartd@fultonschools.org; stricklandm@fultonschools.org;
This course will be divided into three units that will consist of: Wellness which will investigate fitness and nutrition, mental social and emotional health, and safety. Substance Abuse will address communication, peer pressure, decision making and Gateway drugs. Human Sexuality will cover puberty, anatomy and sexually transmitted diseases including AIDS
Rules: Follow directions the first time given Be on time with all needed materials Respect yourself and others No harassment including but not limited to profanity, inappropriate gestures teasing, or bullying Be on task and working when the bell rings No personal grooming in class.	Consequences: 1st Offense- Verbal warning 2nd Offense- Silent Lunch and/or loss of break time 3rd Offense- Call home 4th Offense- Office referral Severe Offense will result in immediate office referral.
Policies and Procedures
Grading Scale A = 100-90 C = 79-70 B = 89-80 F = 69-0		Grading Policy Journal 5% Projects 10% Health news Article 5% Test/Quizzes 40% Class work 40%
Academic Integrity- All students will follow the Ridgeview Charter School Honor Code. Anyone who copies, cheats, plagiarizes or does not complete his or her own work on any assignment or test will receive a zero and will not be allowed to make up the grade. All work must be in the student’s own words.		Assignments- Assignments will either be completed in class or at home. If a student is unable to complete the work they must see their Health teacher and make arrangements to complete the assignment before school. Failure to do so will result in the student losing their break and or working with the graduation coach through PASS to complete the assignment.
Grades- Progress reports or Report Cards are sent home every nine weeks. All Progress Reports and Report Cards sent home must be returned the next day with a parent signature. If the student’s work is consistently inadequate, the teacher will be made home.		Absences- It is the student’s responsibility to complete make-up work. Work request- When returning to school from an absence the student has 3 days in which to complete all make-up work. After the due date, make-up work is not accepted.
Provision for Improving Grades Opportunities designed to allow students to recover from a low or failing cumulative grade will be allowed when all work required to date has been completed and the student has demonstrated a legitimate effort to meet all course requirements including attendance. Teachers will determine when and how students with extenuating circumstances may improve grades.
Daily Supplies Notebook paper/pen or pencil/Health Folder			Additional Materials Agenda
I have read and understand all the policies and procedures. I agree to keep this page in my journal at all times for reference. X Student Signature Date ____/____/_______			We have read all the policies and procedures. We understand our student’s responsibilities and know how to contact (Your name) if we have any concerns. X X Parent Signatures Phone Number: ______________________ Do you have computer access? Y or N Parent Email Address: _________________________

Ridgeview Charter School, Fulton County Public Schools, Atlanta, Georgia

10th Grade Personal Fitness Hudson/Lynch/Macoy/Pearch. email:macoy@fultonschools.org Room # 908 Phone 404.847.1980
You will learn about the foundations of personal fitness and experience lifetime activities. To do this, you will use a variety of skills that promote the concept of fitness for life.
Rules Textbooks and Notebooks are brought to class Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students are expected to dress out and participate in physical activity each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. No eating or drinking is allowed (bottled water only) Be on time. No electronic devices allowed while exercising.	Consequences Consequences of not following procedures will result in student-teacher conference, private/public detention, parent contact, or office referral. One warning will be given. Consequences will result if behavior continues after warning and will reflect the severity and frequency of the offense.
Policies and Procedures
Grading Scale A 100-90 B 89-80 C 79-70 F 69 and below	Grading Policy Participation and dressing out 60% Written and Skills assessments 40%
Academic Integrity Cheating and academic fraud will not be tolerated.  Riverwood considers academic misconduct to be any act that can give unfair academic advantage to a student, his grades, or his records. Such acts include lying, stealing, and cheating. Cheating is any dishonesty, written or verbal, tacit or implied.  This includes any collusion, sabotage, falsification, or involvement in giving or receiving unauthorized help.  This dishonesty includes, but is not limited to the following:  Academic Fraud (“recycling” work, taking credit for another’s work), or lying about physical activity completed. Cheating will not be tolerated. Any unapproved assistance on any assignment will be handled according to the Riverwood High School Academic Integrity Policy outlined in the Riverwood Student Handbook.	Assignments Class and Homework assignments will be given for each unit of study. Students health related components will be evaluated using the FitnessGram. Cardiovascular fitness will be evaluated by the Coopers Twelve Minute Run. Students will complete one project. There will be a written test for each unit of study and a cumulative final.
Late Work Late assignments will have a deduction of 10% of the total assignment points per day for the first 5 days it is late – and will be accepted up to 10 days after the due date for a maximum grade of 50% of the total points possible (a zero may be earned if an assignment is not turned in within 10 days of the due date).	Excused Absences/Make-Up Work Make-up work must be completed within one week of returning to school. Missed physical activity must be made-up by performing 30 minutes of exercise outside of school. The exercise must be described in detail and documented by an adult witness. If physical activity is not an option then the student can type 2 pages on a topic covered in class.
Recovery Policy Opportunities designed to allow students to recover from a low or failing cumulative grade will be allowed when all work required to date has been completed and the student has demonstrated a legitimate effort to meet all course requirements including attendance. Teachers will determine when and how students with extenuating circumstances may improve their grades.
I have read and understand all the policies and procedures. I agree to keep this page in my notebook at all times for reference. X Student Signature Date ____/____/_______		I/We have read all the policies and procedures. I/We understand our student’s responsibilities and know how to contact (Teacher name) if I/we have any concerns. X Parent Signature Date ____/____/_______ Phone Number: __________________________________________ Parent Email Address: ____________________________________