Ms. Dohren

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Calendar days to plan on:

9/23 In class Autobiographical Narrative, pg. 66 and pg. 1015

10/14 In class writing a Short Story pg. 132

11/4 Writing Work Shop, Analyzing Non- fiction pg. 194, pg. 1013, 1014

11/23 Writing a comparison/ Contract Essay, Comparing a Theme Across Genres

pg. 268, Comparing Media Coverage

12/2 Writing a Persuasive Essay, pg.320

1/6/17 Writing Workshop- Describing a Place, pg. 384 pg.1016-1017

Week 1- You must bring your composition book to class by September 6th

August 29- Chapter 1 Plot and Setting

30 M  Media Journal, The Most Dangerous GameComplete Practive pg. 3, Vocabulary pg. 4, Quickwrite pg. 4

31 T   Reading in class, Vocabulary Development 1-10 pg. 25

1 W   Media Journal, Grammar, Complete 1-8 pg 24

2 TH  Reading in class, Test Day, Completing HW

3 F    Current Event Media Journal Report,Completing HW, Semester Vocab List and turn in all HW for grading in class and reviewing.

Remember you will either type and submit your work on Edmodo or hand it in, your work must be written in blue or black pen or I will not accept it.

All receipts are due for Syllabus, Class Procedures and Media journal via Edmodo.

Week 2

September- You must have your OR book in class by September 9

6 T Media Journal, Can Animals Think pg. 27-29, Complete 1-3, 1-4 pg. 30 Application

7 W Media Journal, Grammar,Vocabulary Development Synonyms and Connotations Practice pg. 31

8 TH Reading in class, Test Day, Complete HW

9 F Current Event Media Journal Report, HW is due.Completing HW, Semester Vocab List and turn in all HW for grading in class and reviewing.

Remember you will either type and submit your work on Edmodo or hand it in, your work must be written in blue or black pen or I will not accept it.

Week 3

12 M Media Journal, Dog Star pg. 32-plus poem on pg. 40, Quickwritw pg. 32

13 T Reading in class, Grammar,Vocabulary pg. 32

14 W Media Journal, GrammarComplete 1-12 pg. 41

15 TH Reading in class, Test Day, Writing Blasts from the PAt, Complete Vocabulary Development pg. 42, Complete Telling Tales pg. 42

16 F Current Event, Media Journal Report,Semester Vocab List and turn in all HW for grading in class and reviewing.

Remember you will either type and submit your work on Edmodo or hand it in, your work must be written in blue or black pen or I will not accept it.

ENGLISH 1 SYLLABUS-MS. LISA DOHREN , PVPHS, P225

The purpose of this class is to prepare the student for the specific kinds of writing, thinking, and research required at the college level. The curriculum is literature and standards based, but with emphasis on the refinement of written and oral expression, and especially on the development of the writer's personal style. We will be using various poetry, short stories, and novels as a springboard top issues and ideas relevant to the human condition and to the daily navigation of our individual lives. Required reading may include the following (we will also be reading for our response to literature project): Romeo and Juliet, The Odyssey, To Kill a Mockingbird and Of Mice and Men. In addition, each student will complete, independently, at least two novels of reasonable "literary" merit, and provide for the class response to literature demonstrating a real involvement with the piece. College Prep English will also continue to explore the nuances of grammar, diction, sentence and paragraph construction; it will heavily emphasize vocabulary development. Lisa Dohren

310-377-4888 (ext.312) [email protected]

Grading in the course will be based upon a simple point scale; letter grades will reflect a percentage. Please refer to the comment key and rubrics provided on Aeries when reviewing your essays. Full-length essays will be worth 250 points- however, because many institutions prefer a UC Subject A-style number scale, the translation will be as follows:

* A+= 6 = stellar, innovative, outstanding

* A = 5 = an A paper worthy of a B or better in any college course.

* B= 4 = a B paper, shows a sound grasp of topic, adequately presented

* C = 3 = a C paper, shows grasp of topic, writing contains moderate flaws

* D/F = 2/1 = a D paper, serious gaps in writing, thinking, or comprehension of topic

No valid effort will go un-rewarded

Policies: Because English 4 is a mandatory course for PVPHS students, the assumption is that you will be in class regularly. Therefore, the rules are simple.

•1. Remain open to new ideas, even if diametrically different from your own beliefs.

•2. Respect the rights of everyone in this classroom.

•3. Remember to bring materials everyday. (Pen, Paper, Notes and Books)

•4. Refueling is necessary but you must clean up after yourself. (Drinks are fine, [since your teacher must have coffee.])

10-15% of your GRADE can be affected by in class participation, extra credit, effort and attendance. If you attend and are working hard these points are available at any time. Attendance and Make-Up Work:

Regular attendance is necessary for success in this course. If you are absent from class, it is your responsibility to contact me and/or check Aeries to find out the make-up work. I expect you to hand in assignments on time. I will deduct 5 points from your grade for each day that a major assignment is late. If you are in school during a test, in-class essay, or quiz without an excused absence, you will receive a zero for that assignment. I realize that you have personal problems or concerns in your life. If I speak with you or your guidance counselor about a personal issue, I can make exceptions to the late policy. It is your responsibility, however, to contact me about an issue. Extra Help: I encourage you to seek help from me and from your peers. If you need help, please make an appointment with me during class, or after school.

Classroom Rules:

1. Respect your own intellect and ability to succeed.

2. Respect everyone in the class. This includes listening while others speak and valuing the backgrounds, ideas and personal choices of others.

3. YOU MAY NOT TEXT DURING CLASS LECTURE TIME

4. Use Edmodo and read the notes and agendas provided in class.

YOU MAY SEE THESE SCORES ON YOUR ASSIGNMENTS:

10 A+

9 A

8 B

7 C

6 D

5 F

 FAILING TO PREPARE IS PREPARING TO FAIL. JOHN WOODEN

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please print out, sign at the bottom along with your parent/guardian, and return to me for 5 extra credit points. Please sign below and when this is returned to you please keep it in the front of your binder for reference.  Supplies: Blue or Black Pen only, College rule lined paper and a 3 ring binder. A pocket dictionary and or ruler may also be helpful at times. Books: Holt Literature and Language Arts, Third Course and Holt Grammar Handbook.

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