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=Welcome to English Essentials 9th & 10th grade!= Note: Content on this web page spans a 2 year curriculum

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=SYLLABUS=

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“The future holds new worlds to explore, new promises to fulfill, new dreams to dream!” - Date Works 2005 Calendar

9th & 10th grade English Essentials

Mrs. Innes & Mrs. Talamini
Room: 303 E-mail: loinne@profile.k12.nh.us ~ tatala@profile.k12.nh.us Phone: 823-7411 (Mrs. Innes: ext. 238)

COURSE DESCRIPTION Students will learn how to use Standard English grammar, usage, mechanics and spelling and will continue a study of spelling and vocabulary. Units consist of: writing, grammar, vocabulary, literature-film and poetry. In addition, students will learn skills and techniques for the writing process, reading strategies, organizational skills, and collaborative projects to ensure success throughout high school and beyond.

COURSE COMPETENCIES:
 * Students will demonstrate the writing process.
 * Students will demonstrate the ability to analyze and critique written or spoken arguments and write arguments that support claims with reasoning and sufficient evidence.
 * Students will write informative/explanatory pieces to convey information and ideas accurately and clearly.
 * Students will write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events.
 * Students will be able to apply Standard English rules to communicate effectively.
 * Students will apply and acquire vocabulary through speaking, listening, reading, writing, and the use of vocabulary strategies.
 * Students will demonstrate the ability to speak, listen and view effectively for a variety of purposes.
 * Students will demonstrate the ability to read, comprehend, analyze, and critique a variety of increasingly complex literary texts.
 * Students will demonstrate the ability to read, comprehend, analyze, and critique a variety of increasingly complex informational texts

GRADING 20 % Formative
 * Included: class work, homework, practice, reflections
 * Students may be graded using a check system (see wiki):
 * √ + = A
 * √ = B
 * √- = C
 * √ -- = NYC
 * 0 = NYC

80% Summative Reading - 20% Writing - 20% Speaking & Listening - 20% Vocabulary - 20%
 * Major assignments including essays account for 80% of the overall grade.
 * Here is the breakdown based on course competencies:

REQUIREMENTS You must:
 * Bring your computer, and a pen/pencil every day.
 * Have a reading book for every class.
 * Bring a positive attitude!
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//“The ////future ////holds //  //new worlds //// to explore, //   //new promises //// to fulfill, //   //new dreams //// to dream!**”** // - Date Works 2005 Calendar