Joanna Angel » Expectations / Supplies/ Grading etc (general syllabus)

Expectations / Supplies/ Grading etc (general syllabus)

FRANÇAIS  

CENTRAL MAGNET SCHOOL 

MADAME ANGE 

2022-2023 

 

 

 

SUPPLY LIST 

 

  • Writing utensil, highlighter, colored pen 
  • 1” -1.5” 3 ring binder with paper for notes and to store printed materials  
  • Composition book  
  • 5 tab dividers (to be labeled later) 

 

IF YOU CAN 

  • Dry erase marker  
  • Headphones 

 

Please see me if it is difficult for you to get these items- I have extras sometimes and will help with what I can! 

 

RECOMMENDED TECHNOLOGY/ APPS (OR ON DESKTOP) 

 

Level 1-  Duolingo app 

         Word reference app  

 

Level 2- Duolingo app 

         Word reference app 

 

Level 3- Duolingo app 

         Word reference app  

        Le Monde or Le Figaro app  

 

Level 4/AP- Duolingo app 

               Word reference app  

               Le Monde or Le Figaro app  

                     RFI or France Culture app (audio) 

 

Level 4/AP students MUST create accounts with AP Central if they have not already. I will provide the join codes. 

It is recommended to also create an AlbertIO account. The class code is 

3d469 

 

ONLINE TOOLS WE WILL BE USING / WEBPAGE 

 

You are expected to check my webpage regularly. It is found on the Central home page. 
We will be using multiple online platforms this year. My website has assignments, class activities, homework and will have useful links and news/announcements. Click on your level French for assignment information. It will direct you if you need to access another platform. 

 

The website has a link to Clever, where you can find Microsoft Teams, Vista and other web-based platforms that we will be using. 

 

We will do most of our assignments on paper but will have some assignments online or on Teams. 

 

We use the Vista series of textbooks- D’accord or Themes. You will have a hard copy of the textbook. I can assign online work from the text which you can do in the Vista application. You can also do the assignments in typed/written form.  

 

 

GENERAL CLASS EXPECTATIONS / CONDUCT  

 

  • Be respectful of the class, teacher and your fellow students with your words and actions. 
  • Attend class and be prepared- bathroom use, personal grooming and getting materials should be attended to before arrival in class. 
  • Bring French notebook with paper, and a writing utensil to every class period. You will leave your writing book I the classroom. I will tell you when you need your textbook. 
  • Be attentive- give your attention to the speaker, whether teacher or classmate 
  • Do the work as assigned. Use class time to your advantage. 
  • Do your work to the best of your ability. “Toujours mon mieux!” (Always my best) 
  • Study/practice outside of class  
  • Communicate your needs and ask questions!!!!!! 
  • PARTICIPATE! 
  • Enjoy your learning experience- have fun. 

 

  

 

 

IN-CLASS RULES 

 

  • You may bring a drink in a container that can be closed. 
  • Please do not chew gum. 
  • No cell phones/tablets/laptops are to be visible or used in class for personal reasons without teacher permission. If you are allowed to listen to music, please keep phone face down on your desk. If you are using it for a school related activity, you may have it out and face up. 
  • Headphones should not be in your ears unless permission is given. (see above) 
  • Please ask for permission to print something. 
  • All handbook rules apply in class. 
  • Seating chart is subject to change at teacher discretion. 

 

 

ABSENCE 

 

  • Attendance is crucial to academic success, but life does happen. If you are absent, please check the website and do the assigned in class work or homework if you are able. If you have questions, email me. This will help you keep up if you need to be absent from class. You have 5 days to complete make up work after you return to class before it is considered late. 

 

 

ASSIGMENT INFORMATION 

 

  • Many assignments will be done during class time. You are expected to work on in class assignments during class time. 
  • Plagiarism / use of translation programs will result in a grade of ZERO and need to be redone. 
  • I may give pop quizzes / homework checks at any time. 
  • We will review before exams. 
  • Do your homework! It helps! It may or may not be taken for a grade in the grade book, but whether it is done may be recorded 

 

  • Essential learning topics and timeline are available on my website 

 

GRADING 

 

Grades are on a total point percentage scale. Your grade is determined based on points earned for each assignment, divided by the total number of points possible. Approximate grade values are as follows (although subject to change): 

 

  • Homework , text work, vocabulary (not always a numerical grade) 10-20 points 
  • Written exercises (depending on complexity) 20-30 points 
  • Quizzes up to 30 points 
  • Online assignments 10-30 points 
  • Tests- vocabulary and grammar 40-65 points 
  • Presentations/ Flipgrids (non project related) 20-30 points 
  • Illustrated assignments 20-30 points 
  • Projects (depending on complexity) 40-100 points 
  • Blog entries 20 points 

 

AP French grading may differ slightly from this. 

 

LATE WORK POLICY 

 

You are expected to turn in your work when it is due. My website will help you keep track of due dates. If we correct work in class that you have not yet done, you will be moved to another location. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR KNOWING WHEN WORK IS DUE OR WHEN 5 DAYS ARE UP AFTER AN ABSENCE! – see above 

If you are absent on a Monday but knew of a scheduled test/quiz and that quiz or test is any other day of that week, you are expected to take the quiz/test on the date scheduled. Please check the website! 

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  • 1 day late= 90% of earned score 
  • 2 days late = 80% of earned score 
  • 3 or more days late = 70$ of earned score 
  • There are 2 cut-off dates per quarter for late work (barring the absence policy). These are the week of progress reports and the end of the quarter.I will inform you in person and online about those dates. I will not take late work from before that date after the cut-off. 
  • Late work / retakes must be completed within 2 weeks of the original assignment 
  • Retakes, when allowed, will be subject to revision assignments. 

 

If you have extenuating circumstances and know you may need more time, please tell me as soon as possible and I will work with you! 

 

ADVOCATE FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR LEARNING!!! 

 

I have an open door policy! If you have any suggestions, concerns or praise about the class or anything else, please let me know. I am here to make your learning experience a good one and I need your feedback in order to do so. If you have any accommodations you would like me to address, please tell me at your convenience and in confidence if you wish.  

 

Please use CT time or lunch study hall if you need help from me! 

 

PLEASE TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OFFICE HOURS / AFTER SCHOOL IF YOU NEED ANYTHING!  TUTORING WILL BE AVAILABLE, JUST ASK! 

 

I have tennis on Tuesday and Thursday after school August through October and February through May so I will not be available at that time. 

 

Joanna Angel 

French Teacher  

Central Magnet School 

[email protected]