Bienvenue ~ Welcome 2020
Bienvenue à la classe de français:
Welcome to a new world of language learning! EHS offers excellent language classes and gives you an opportunity to travel the world with French Club. This is my 20th year teaching at EHS, and I can’t wait to meet more students and see them begin their own language journey. Some of our former graduates have either studied or lived abroad in many places such as: Europe, Canada, Asia, Africa, South America, and from the East coast to the West coast of the United States. If you are willing to work hard to achieve your dreams, then there may be some great opportunities available. I look forward to a wonderful year exploring French. Please come into class with a positive ready-to-learn attitude; it makes all the difference.
Goals and Objectives of World Language Courses:
The major objectives in the classroom are: to further increase the development of communicative competency in the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, as well as an enhancement of the knowledge and awareness of other cultures. Class dialogue, presentations, skits, and songs encourage our language acquisition. French textbooks, supplemental literature, and interactive language programs improve our language proficiency. Various forms of writing and grammar topics will be covered throughout the year, so get your cahier/notebook ready to write some French.
Additionally, we will be studying world geography, French culture/traditions, and French/world history and government. Class research projects, presentations, plays, speakers, films, and interactive activities will improve these aspects of study.
French Textbooks:
Bien Dit 1, Bien Dit 2 (Holt, Rinehart, and Wilson 2013) (French) http://go.hrw.com/gopages/wl-fr.html
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Note: Many Internet resources on this site do not need a password only the textbook itself.
World Language Textbook Policy:
EHS purchased new textbooks for our World Language classes. These books are an excellent resource for our students with full online capability and activities. The online book is so much more than a book. The online book website allows access to our online workbook/cahier, class videos, warm-ups, practice quizzes/tests, and more. All students have access to the online textbooks and supporting resources from websites above.
Materials:
It is strongly recommended that you keep an organized binder or notebook throughout the year. We will do homework and vocabulary list checks regularly. Not to mention, it is an excellent reviewing tool. Additionally, a French/English dictionary will supplement and encourage your language learning. Please visit our French class blog @ http://frencheskymos.blogspot.com/ regularly to see what is going on in French class or French Club. Daily assignments, lesson links, and PDF files can keep you up to date.
Supporting Resources/Technology:
Classroom study time before and after school is available.
The EHS library will have tutoring available before and after school.
The EHS library computers are available throughout the day.
Our classes will be assigned: laptops, i-pads, or i-notebooks during lab times.
Escanaba Public Library computers are available for public use.
French Classroom Guidelines:
1. Be polite and respectful.
2. Be prepared for class! Bring your French notebook & book daily.
3. Give your best efforts consistently!
4. Do the very best to speak French while in class.
5. Raise your hand to speak.
6. Look at the person who is speaking and listen attentively.
7. Work positively & cooperatively with others.
8. Demonstrate respect & care for class materials especially in language lab.
9. Please ask questions and seek assistance to learn more.
10. Enjoy your learning experience! J’adore apprendre le français.
Please abide by our EHS Classroom Rules which are posted.
Technology and Cell phone Policy:
Everyone is expected to turn off their phone or electronic device before they enter the
classroom. Technology can expand our world view and allow us learn in the course, and we will have opportunities to use devices on occasion but with guidance. We have a lot to learn including patience and respect for one another in a positive language learning environment. There will be consequences for interruptions:
Texting/improper use in classroom= 1. -20 from Work Points grade
Yes, it can be the first time. 2. Call home
3. Documented under Power School
4. Phone brought to office
Phone interruption (ringing)= 1. -10 from Work Points grade
2. Warning
Positive Behavior & Participation:
Positive behavior is expected in the classroom. This involves
speaking to others respectfully, working with others without qualm,
and listening to others politely. Students need to respect the learning of others or it will adversely affect their grade and privilege to stay in the class. We will not tolerate bullying or intolerant rudeness; learning is key.
Grading Rubric:
10% Positive Work Points (les poids au travail)
Score will be given out of 100 pts per quarter.
45% Homework, Presentations, and Dialogues (les devoirs…)
45% Tests or Quizzes (les examens, les interros…)
Ex Cr. Opportunity for extra credit or make-up dialogue (10-20 pts)
Make-up and Late Work:
It is essential for you to do your assignments on time and be responsible for your make-up work. Please turn in your absent work within two school days. Please contact teacher/school for extended illness or absence. Parents and students may request make-up work in the Main Office. If you know you will be absent for extra-curricular activities, then please inform your teacher and get your work ahead of time.
Students are to pick up hand-outs in the class folder file. Please see teacher before class bell begins or after school for make-up work or tutoring. Make sure to prepare for long-term assignment and paper due dates. Papers may be e-mailed to rwagner@eskymos.com or via Google-share documents. Unexcused absent work may not be made up. Late work may be turned in within a week for 50%.
Grading Scale:
93-100 A 83-86 B 73-76 C 63-66 D
90-92 A- 80-82 B- 70-72 C- 60-62 D-
87-89 B+ 77-79 C+ 67-69 D+ 59 or less F
Closing Note: Bonne chance avec cette annee!
Merci en avance. Thanks for your hard work and enthusiasm ahead of time.
It is really worth it to see your language skills improve and to how you can
contribute to our world.
Contact:
Please contact me @ rwagner@eskymos.com and 786-6521 ex.1305 if needed.
Please return bottom signed by the end of the first week.
Please contact me @ rwagner@eskymos.com and 786-6521 ex.1305 if needed.
Please return bottom signed by the end of the first week.
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Health/ Learning Concern:
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Family Volunteers or Speakers are always welcome :) We need you!
Topics may be: language other than English or French, jobs involving languages,
craft assistance, French Club community projects, setting up French Club events
i.e. bake sale table, chaperone trips, French dinner event...
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Area of interest: ______________________________
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Class Supply Donations:
Our classes appreciate class supply donations throughout the year for French culture treats and French Club lunches. Examples may include: Napkins, paper plates, cups, plasticware, and recipe supplies as requested.
Merci Mille Fois !!!
