Vocab Wkshp Unit 3: complete synonym and antonym sections on pg.39
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English 9R
Cliffside Park High School
Resource Center
Mrs.Colangelo
mcolangelo@cliffsidepark.edu
Ninth Grade English
Course Syllabus 2009-2010
Welcome freshman! This will be an exciting and challenging year for all of you. The following is an overview of English 9R, the grading policy and class expectations.
Grading System
A----90-100
B----83-89
C----75-82
D----65-74
F----50-64
F- --50 and below
Grading
Tests/Quizzes count for 50% of the m.p. grade.
Homework Assignments and Class Participation count for 50% of the m.p. grade.
Homework is given Monday through Thursday. Please refer to my teacher website at cliffsidepark.edu. Every 10 homework assignments count as a test grade and will be figured into the marking period average. Assignments must be completed on time!
Class Participation includes:
Coming for extra help (Do you ask questions when you do not understand- during class or extra help time?)
Preparedness (Do you have your binder, pencil/pen, books, etc.?)
Attitude (Are you trying hard to do your personal best? Do you take pride in your work?)
Conduct (Are you respectful to your teacher and fellow students?)
Attendance (On time daily?)
Binder (Is it neat and complete containing all the notes and handouts?)
Literature
All reading will be taught through short stories, novels, magazine/newspaper articles, poetry, and an anthology. Literature that may be covered this year include Of Mice and Men, The Odyssey , Night and Romeo and Juliet. There will be class time set aside for the teacher and students to read aloud and independently as part of a Reading Workshop (Vocabulary, Study Guide Questions, and Class Discussion)
Vocabulary
Will be taught through direct-instruction using Level D of the Vocabulary Workshop Series. Homework will be assigned Monday through Thursday. There will be a vocabulary test on Friday.
Grammar
The students will be able to identify parts of speech and common grammar errors in sentences. This will be accomplished through teacher directed lessons, independent activities and cooperative learning groups.
Writing Workshop
Independent writing time will be given to the students. The students will write in a journal, as part of the writing curriculum. Instructions and directions will be given taking them through the writing process.
Public Speaking
The elements of public speaking will be taught throughout the year.
Absences
- Students will be responsible for all assignments and tests missed. *I am available before school and at the end of the school day in Res. Rm 3.
- Students should check with me when they return from an absence.
Study Skills
Ten Ways to Help Your Child Get Organized
Developing good organizational skills is a key ingredient for success in school and in life. Although some people are by nature more organized than others, anyone can put routines and systems in place to help a child "get it together." The Coordinated Campaign for Learning Disabilities has compiled a list of strategies that you can use to help your child get — and keep — her life under control.
1. Use checklists.Help your child get into the habit of keeping a "to-do" list. Use checklists to post assignments, household chores, and reminders about what materials to bring to class. Your child should keep a small pad or notebook dedicated to listing homework assignments. Crossing completed items off the list will give him a sense of accomplishment.
2. Organize homework assignments.Before beginning a homework session, encourage your child to number assignments in the order in which they should be done. He/She should start with one that's not too long or difficult, but avoid saving the longest or hardest assignments for last.
3. Designate a study space.Your child should study in the same place every night. This doesn't have to be a bedroom, but it should be a quiet place with few distractions. All school supplies and materials should be nearby. If your student wants to study with you nearby, too, you'll be better able to monitor his/her progress and encourage good study habits.
4. Set a designated study time.Your child should know that a certain time every day is reserved for studying and doing homework. The best time is usually not right after school — most children benefit from time to unwind first. Include your student in making this decision. Even if he/she doesn't have homework, the reserved time should be used to review the day's lessons, read for pleasure, or work on an upcoming project.
5. Keep organized notebooks.Help your child keep track of papers by organizing them in a binder or notebook. This will help him review the material for each day's classes and to organize the material later to prepare for tests and quizzes. Use dividers to separate class notes, or color-code notebooks. Separate "to do" and "done" folders help organize worksheets, notices, and items to be signed by parents, as well as provide a central place to store completed assignments.
6. Conduct a weekly cleanup.Encourage your child to sort through book bags and notebooks on a weekly basis. Old tests and papers should be organized and kept in a separate file at home.
7. Create a household schedule.Try to establish and stick to a regular dinnertime and a regular bedtime. This will help your student fall into a pattern at home. Students with a regular bedtime go to school well-rested. Try to limit television-watching and computer play to specific periods of time during the day.
8. Keep a master calendar.Keep a large, wall-sized calendar for the household, listing the family's commitments, schedules for extracurricular activities, days off from school, and major events at home and at school. Note dates when your child has big exams or due dates for projects. This will help family members keep track of each other's activities and avoid scheduling conflicts.
9. Prepare for the day ahead.Before your student goes to bed, he should pack schoolwork and books in a book bag. The next day's clothes should be laid out with shoes, socks, and accessories. This will cut down on morning confusion and allow your student to prepare quickly for the day ahead.
10. Provide needed support while your student is learning to become more organized.Help your him/her develop organizational skills by photocopying checklists and schedules and taping them to the refrigerator. Gently remind him/her about filling in calendar dates and keeping papers and materials organized. Most important, set a good example.
http://http://life.familyeducation.com/parenting/organization/34428.html?WT.mc_id=FE_Your-Child_7-11_2007-10-01&WT.vr.rac_de=email-h
Resource Center
Mrs.Colangelo
mcolangelo@cliffsidepark.edu
Ninth Grade English
Course Syllabus 2009-2010
Welcome freshman! This will be an exciting and challenging year for all of you. The following is an overview of English 9R, the grading policy and class expectations.
Grading System
A----90-100
B----83-89
C----75-82
D----65-74
F----50-64
F- --50 and below
Grading
Tests/Quizzes count for 50% of the m.p. grade.
Homework Assignments and Class Participation count for 50% of the m.p. grade.
Homework is given Monday through Thursday. Please refer to my teacher website at cliffsidepark.edu. Every 10 homework assignments count as a test grade and will be figured into the marking period average. Assignments must be completed on time!
Class Participation includes:
Coming for extra help (Do you ask questions when you do not understand- during class or extra help time?)
Preparedness (Do you have your binder, pencil/pen, books, etc.?)
Attitude (Are you trying hard to do your personal best? Do you take pride in your work?)
Conduct (Are you respectful to your teacher and fellow students?)
Attendance (On time daily?)
Binder (Is it neat and complete containing all the notes and handouts?)
Literature
All reading will be taught through short stories, novels, magazine/newspaper articles, poetry, and an anthology. Literature that may be covered this year include Of Mice and Men, The Odyssey , Night and Romeo and Juliet. There will be class time set aside for the teacher and students to read aloud and independently as part of a Reading Workshop (Vocabulary, Study Guide Questions, and Class Discussion)
Vocabulary
Will be taught through direct-instruction using Level D of the Vocabulary Workshop Series. Homework will be assigned Monday through Thursday. There will be a vocabulary test on Friday.
Grammar
The students will be able to identify parts of speech and common grammar errors in sentences. This will be accomplished through teacher directed lessons, independent activities and cooperative learning groups.
Writing Workshop
Independent writing time will be given to the students. The students will write in a journal, as part of the writing curriculum. Instructions and directions will be given taking them through the writing process.
Public Speaking
The elements of public speaking will be taught throughout the year.
Absences
- Students will be responsible for all assignments and tests missed. *I am available before school and at the end of the school day in Res. Rm 3.
- Students should check with me when they return from an absence.
Study Skills
Ten Ways to Help Your Child Get Organized
Developing good organizational skills is a key ingredient for success in school and in life. Although some people are by nature more organized than others, anyone can put routines and systems in place to help a child "get it together." The Coordinated Campaign for Learning Disabilities has compiled a list of strategies that you can use to help your child get — and keep — her life under control.
1. Use checklists.Help your child get into the habit of keeping a "to-do" list. Use checklists to post assignments, household chores, and reminders about what materials to bring to class. Your child should keep a small pad or notebook dedicated to listing homework assignments. Crossing completed items off the list will give him a sense of accomplishment.
2. Organize homework assignments.Before beginning a homework session, encourage your child to number assignments in the order in which they should be done. He/She should start with one that's not too long or difficult, but avoid saving the longest or hardest assignments for last.
3. Designate a study space.Your child should study in the same place every night. This doesn't have to be a bedroom, but it should be a quiet place with few distractions. All school supplies and materials should be nearby. If your student wants to study with you nearby, too, you'll be better able to monitor his/her progress and encourage good study habits.
4. Set a designated study time.Your child should know that a certain time every day is reserved for studying and doing homework. The best time is usually not right after school — most children benefit from time to unwind first. Include your student in making this decision. Even if he/she doesn't have homework, the reserved time should be used to review the day's lessons, read for pleasure, or work on an upcoming project.
5. Keep organized notebooks.Help your child keep track of papers by organizing them in a binder or notebook. This will help him review the material for each day's classes and to organize the material later to prepare for tests and quizzes. Use dividers to separate class notes, or color-code notebooks. Separate "to do" and "done" folders help organize worksheets, notices, and items to be signed by parents, as well as provide a central place to store completed assignments.
6. Conduct a weekly cleanup.Encourage your child to sort through book bags and notebooks on a weekly basis. Old tests and papers should be organized and kept in a separate file at home.
7. Create a household schedule.Try to establish and stick to a regular dinnertime and a regular bedtime. This will help your student fall into a pattern at home. Students with a regular bedtime go to school well-rested. Try to limit television-watching and computer play to specific periods of time during the day.
8. Keep a master calendar.Keep a large, wall-sized calendar for the household, listing the family's commitments, schedules for extracurricular activities, days off from school, and major events at home and at school. Note dates when your child has big exams or due dates for projects. This will help family members keep track of each other's activities and avoid scheduling conflicts.
9. Prepare for the day ahead.Before your student goes to bed, he should pack schoolwork and books in a book bag. The next day's clothes should be laid out with shoes, socks, and accessories. This will cut down on morning confusion and allow your student to prepare quickly for the day ahead.
10. Provide needed support while your student is learning to become more organized.Help your him/her develop organizational skills by photocopying checklists and schedules and taping them to the refrigerator. Gently remind him/her about filling in calendar dates and keeping papers and materials organized. Most important, set a good example.
http://http://life.familyeducation.com/parenting/organization/34428.html?WT.mc_id=FE_Your-Child_7-11_2007-10-01&WT.vr.rac_de=email-h
