Hello!  My name is Erin Shanks and I teach English II and English II Pre-AP.  This will be my 6th year in Jim Ned and I love it!  I am married and have a daughter at Jim Ned High School and a son at Buffalo Gap Elementary.  This year, we will focus on expanding our vocabulary, becoming more familiar with novels and plays, as well as increase our grammar skills.  I hope we have a great year.  Please do not hesitate to call me or email with any questions throughout the year.

Mrs. Shanks’ Syllabus Eng. II and Pre-Ap

*Students will examine the basic grammatical structure of the English language, including but not limited to parts of speech, sentence structure, and usage.

* Students will be introduced to elements of the short story genre, and be exposed to many different examples of such stories.  Students will use short stories to analyze literary terms, and become more familiar with literary analysis.

* Students will conduct research and become familiar with standard MLA style for composing research papers.

*Students will conduct a thorough of study of William Shakespeare, including the tragedies of Julius Caesar and Antigone.

*Students will receive instruction in novel units and analysis.

*Students will participate in projects over said novel units.

*Students will receive instruction regarding all standardized testing elements.

*Students will participate in individualized reading programs based on their prior knowledge and skill level.

Required Supplies:

*Pens and pencils every day.

* 3 ring binder

* 1 brad pocket folder

* 1 spiral notebook

Late Work:

Students have 3 days to make up a test or turn in any assignment due to an absence.  I will not remind your student, they must come to me to ask about make up work.

Technology:

Conferences:

My conference is during 4^th period.  I would be happy to meet with you over any concerns. 

Grading Policy:

40% Daily grades-worksheets, journals, participation, written work, etc.

60% Test grades- objective tests, projects, novel tests, essays, etc.

Online Learning:

For students participating in online learning, the student will utilize Google Classroom and Passport/Carnegie Learning in order to access classroom lessons.

1. The student will log in to their google classroom each day at the appointed time to receive their assignments for the day.
2. The assignments will be stated directed in Google Classroom or the student will be required to log in to their online textbook (or use a physical textbook if they have one at their disposal).The students will receive complete instruction for accessing the online textbook in their Google Classroom assignment.
3. Online assignments will be graded in a timely manner and grades will be posted in Parent Portal.
4. Communication with the parent /guardian is imperative in student success with online learning.I am available by email and phone, and will be contacting parents of online students during my 4^th period conference on Mondays (10:49-11:38).

Academic Integrity:

Any student caught cheating or plagiarizing will receive a 0 on the given assignment.  Further action may be required, as stated in school policy. Cheating includes unauthorized collaboration on individual assignments, copying, or obtaining tests or quizzes from other students.

Please sign this form and return by Aug 28

Parent/Guardian Signature:__________________________________________     Date:______________

Student Signature:_________________________________________________     Date:______________