Mrs. Amatucci (Joyce_K_Amatucci@mcps.md.org)
Room G 11-12, 301-989-6059
2015-2016
EL SISTEMA DE NOTAS (GRADING SYSTEM)
In Spanish 4, it is necessary that each student practice the following:
1. Listening
2. Reading Comprehension
3. Oral Expression (Speaking)
4. Written Expression
5. Understanding of History and Culture Relating to the Target Language
Each student’s skill in the above areas, report card grades will be determined as follows:
I. Formative Assessments–60%
These assesssments may include A. Quizzes
B. Outlines and Analises of Poems and Short Stories
C. Participation in class discussions of reading selections
D. Class reviews of grammar points
E. Open note assignments to be completed in class
F. Oral quizzes
II. Summative Assessments–30%
These assessments may include A. Major tests
B. Essays (usually written in class)
C. Cumulative assignments based on the readings
III. Preparation/Homework–10%
These assessments may include A. Homework and classswork assignments
B. Note taking in class
C. Class activities involving completed homework
D. Warm-up activities
As stated in MCPS polices, re-takes are available on Formative Assessments.
IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR A RE-TAKE, YOU MUST HAVE DONE ALL THE
ASSIGNMENTS, AND TAKEN THE NOTES, THAT LEAD UP TO THE TEST!
A. The material must be re-taught–please set up an appointment with me for a convenient
time– I am available every day at lunch. We can work out a convenient time.
B. The re-take grade is the final grade.
C. The re-take may or may not be in the same format as the original test.
D. All re-takes must be completed within ten school days of the original assessment.
E. If a student does not choose to participate in re-teaching and reassessment opportunities
then a grade no lower than 50% will be applied at the end of the marking period for
those assignments the student seriously attempted, in accordance with MCPS Policy.
The MCPS Student Handbook states that the Assignment/Make-up policy is the following:
Students have a responsibility and are expected to make up missed work, regardless of the
legal status of their absence. If the absence is excused, or is the result of a suspension, the teacher
will help a student make up work. If the absence is unexcused, the teacher does not have to help a
student make up the work missed, give a retest, or give an extension on work that was due. Even
though the teacher does not have to help a student make up missed work, the student still has to
make of the work so that the rest of the course can be completed. For unexcused absences,
teachers may deny credit for missed assignments or assessments, in accordance with the process
approved by the Principal and the leadership team.
The MCPS policy on Z’s and 0's is the following:
When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task or
assessment. If a student does no work on the assignment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a
teacher determines that the student did not attempt to met the basic requirements of the task or
assessment, the teacher may assign a zero.
MYP CRITERIA FOR LANGUAGE ACQUISITION
CRITERION A:
Comprenhending spoken and visual text
CRITERION B:
Comprehending written and visual test
CRITERION C:
Communication in response to spoken, written and visual test
CRITERION D:
Using language in spoken and written form
CLASSROOM PROCEDURES
1. COME TO CLASS, AND COME ON TIME. I know this room is far from just about
everywhere, but the same rules that apply in the rest of the building apply here also.
If you have been absent, you need to see me as soon as you return to class, or at lunch,
and find out what you have missed. (Before the class period begins.) It is your
responsibility to make up the missed work. Check with me for a convenient lunchtime.
An “excused” absence does not mean that you are excused from the work.
2. Hall and bathroom passes are issued by the school. We will follow school rules for
the use of these passes (ie: no passes first and last ten minutes of class. No passes will be
issued to lockers–you have to plan your day with this room in mind. I try to keep tissues
and band-aids in the room. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY LOTIONS OR PERFUMES.
3. NO FOOD, CANDY OR GUM. Foreign Language learning requires oral communication,
which is impossible, (not to mention disgusting) with a mouth full of anything. Please do not
play semantic games with cough drops, pen tops, etc. Insects can be a real problem in the
basement; this is only exacerbated by food and wrappers.
4. Please follow the school rules about headgear, outerwear, headphones, cell phones and
clothing. Also, please do not be rude and do work for another subject in this class. I will
confiscate whatever is keeping you from concentrating in Spanish class.
5. Your grade will be determined by many different types of assessments, including tests,
quizzes, writing assignments, oral proficiency, comprehension skills, (listening and reading)
and graded take-home assignments. Normally, tests and quizzes will not be given on a
Monday, unless some school or County-wide policy dictates it. Of course, a POP quiz can
occur anytime. Grades will not be discussed during class time. I will follow a percentage
scale (90-100 = A), and grades will be posted on line.
6. Missed assessments due to an excused absence must be made up within one week of your
return to school. If an extended absence is involved, see me about an alternative plan.
Make-ups will be given after school, or during lunch. NOT DURING CLASS TIME
A zero is an absolute disaster if it has to be added in to your grade. Be sure to come in and
make sure anything you miss is made up. Check Edline and make sure you have no Z’s.
7. Extra help is available. I am in the room every lunch period unless I have a staff meeting.
8. You will be taking a lot of notes. The tests will come from these notes, and what we do in
class. Some assignments will be “Open note”. You will need to have something to write
with, and a notebook or Spanish section in your binder. I try to have extras.
9. Communication, both oral and written is an essential part of a Foreign Language. You need to
practice these skills as much as possible during the class period. In order to improve your
speaking skills, you will also need to listen effectively and politely while others practice
theirs. YOU ARE NOT LISTENING ATTENTIVELY IF YOUR HEAD IS DOWN.
10. You will receive many handouts. Many of the quiz questions follow my worksheets
very closely; the work sheets are quiz practice sheets. Please do not just toss graded
assignments in the trash. If there is ever a question about a grade, or an assignment,
you need those papers.
Springbrook High School
Foreign Language Department
Course Syllabus
Arabic 1B
Semester Two
2016
Dr. Mona Hamdy
301-989-6059
Email: Mona _Hamdy@mcpsmd.org
Office Hours: 2:30-3:00 p.m. By Appointment.
Textbook: Ahlan Wa Sahlan. Functional Modern Standard Arabic for Beginners. By
Mahdi Alosh. 2000. This book should be brought to class everyday.
Course Description:
This is first year Arabic course. The course covers all topics that are included in the
Montgomery County Foreign Language Curriculum Blueprint for the Arabic language
Tests: Will be given at the end of each topic.
Quizzes: Will be given throughout each chapter on a regular basis. Some quizzes are
unannounced.
Homework: Homework will be assigned daily. You are expected to complete all
assignments on time. Daily homework will be graded.
Theme
Topic
Family Life
Family
1. Exchange basic information about family members, self,
and others.
2. Interpret descriptions of family members.
3. Interpret personal data on forms including physical
descriptions.
Home:
Information about homes, rooms and
furnishings
Around Town
Clothing, Stores and Shopping
Community, places, means of transportation, travel
Culture Aspects of each Theme will be introduced.
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily
practice homework, activities, and worksheets during classes.
Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely important. If you are absent,
you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for unexcused absences or
tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior
includes respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food or drink in class.
No bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phones will be confiscated and only
your parents will be able to get them back from the principal.
Materials:
Notebook, index cards, color pencils.
Grading Policy:
Summative Assessments ( Chapter Tests)
Formative Assessments (Quizzes, Oral presentation)
Homework
30%
60%
10%
Reteaching/Reassessment: Only one reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment.
Unit tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under summative
assessments may not be reassessed
Students should arrange a time with me to come in for reteaching which is required before
any reassessment is given. In addition, tutoring is available after school on Tuesdays and
Thursdays.
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following
MYP Criteria:
Criterion A Oral Communication
Criterion B Interpreting Visual Text
Criterion C Comprehending Written Text
Criterion D Communication in writing
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8.
Springbrook High School
Foreign Language Department
Course Syllabus
Arabic 2B
Semester Two
2016
Dr. Mona Hamdy
301-989-6059
Email: Mona _Hamdy@mcpsmd.org
Office Hours: 2:30-3:00 p.m. By Appointment.
Textbook: Ahlan Wa Sahlan. Functional Modern Standard Arabic for Beginners. By
Mahdi Alosh. 2000. This book should be brought to class everyday.
Course Description:
This is second year Arabic course. The course covers all topics that are included in the
Montgomery County Foreign Language Curriculum Blueprint for the Arabic language,
posted on-line
Tests: Will be given at the end of each topic.
Quizzes: Will be given throughout each chapter on a regular basis. Some quizzes are
unannounced.
Homework: Homework will be assigned daily. You are expected to complete all
assignments on time. Daily homework will be graded.
Theme
Topic
Social Life
Dining Experience
Holidays and Celebrations
The World Around Me
Shopping
Travel
Grammar and Culture Aspects of each Theme will be introduced.
Grading Policy:
Summative Assessments ( Chapter Tests)
Formative Assessments (Quizzes, Oral presentation)
Homework
30%
60%
10%
Materials:
Notebook, index cards, color pencils.
Grading Policy:
Summative Assessments ( Chapter Tests)
Formative Assessments (Quizzes, Oral presentation)
Homework
30%
60%
10%
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily
practice homework, activities, and worksheets during classes.
Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely important. If you are absent,
you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for unexcused absences or
tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior
includes respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food or drink in class.
No bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phones will be confiscated and only
your parents will be able to get them back from the principal.
Reteaching/Reassessment: Only one reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment.
Unit tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under summative
assessments may not be reassessed
Students should arrange a time with me to come in for reteaching which is required before
any reassessment is given. In addition, tutoring is available after school on Tuesdays and
Thursdays.
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following
MYP Criteria:
Criterion A Oral Communication
Criterion B Interpreting Visual Text
Criterion C Comprehending Written Text
Criterion D Communication in writing
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8.
Springbrook High School
Foreign Language Department
Course Syllabus
Arabic 3B
Semester Two
2016
Dr. Mona Hamdy
301-989-6059
Email: Mona _Hamdy@mcpsmd.org
Office Hours: 2:30-3:00 p.m. By Appointment.
Textbook: Al Kittab Fi Taalum-Al Arabiyya with DVD
By Mahmoud Al- Batal, Kristen Brustad
Course Description:
This is third year Arabic course.
Tests: Will be given at the end of each topic.
Quizzes: Will be given throughout each chapter on a regular basis. Some quizzes are
unannounced.
Homework: Homework will be assigned daily. You are expected to complete all
assignments on time. Daily homework will be graded.
Theme
Topic
The Arab World
Arabic Speaking Countries
1. Exchange basic information about culture, language,
and religion of each region
2. Interpret descriptions of each country
.
Schools
Comparing educational system in the Arab world with
our system in the US
Occupations
Culture Aspects of each Theme will be introduced.
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily
practice homework, activities, and worksheets during classes.
Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely important. If you are absent,
you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for unexcused absences or
tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior
includes respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food or drink in class.
No bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phones will be confiscated and only
your parents will be able to get them back from the principal.
Materials:
Notebook, index cards, color pencils.
Grading Policy:
Summative Assessments ( Chapter Tests)
Formative Assessments (Quizzes, Oral presentation)
Homework
30%
60%
10%
Reteaching/Reassessment: Only one reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment.
Unit tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under summative
assessments may not be reassessed
Students should arrange a time with me to come in for reteaching which is required before
any reassessment is given. In addition, tutoring is available after school on Tuesdays and
Thursdays.
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following
MYP Criteria:
Criterion A Oral Communication
Criterion B Interpreting Visual Text
Criterion C Comprehending Written Text
Criterion D Communication in writing
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8.
Springbrook High School
Foreign Language Department
Course Syllabus
Arabic 4B
Semester Two
2016
Dr. Mona Hamdy
301-989-6059
Email: Mona _Hamdy@mcpsmd.org
Office Hours: 2:30-3:00 p.m. By Appointment.
Textbook: Al Kittab
By Mahmoud Al –Batal, Kristen Brustad
Course Description:
This is fourth year Arabic course.
Tests: Will be given at the end of each topic.
Quizzes: Will be given throughout each chapter on a regular basis. Some quizzes are
unannounced.
Homework: Homework will be assigned daily. You are expected to complete all
assignments on time. Daily homework will be graded.
Theme
Topic
Celebration in the
Arab World
Arabic Speaking Countries Eids and Holiday
1. Exchange basic information about culture, language,
and religion of each region
2. Interpret description of each country
.
Current Events
Reading current newspaper and magazine articles from the
Arab media.
Our planet and the environment:
Political Campaign and government of Arab countries
Travel
Culture Aspects of each Theme will be introduced.
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily
practice homework, activities, and worksheets during classes.
Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely important. If you are absent,
you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for unexcused absences or
tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior
includes respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food or drink in class.
No bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phones will be confiscated and only
your parents will be able to get them back from the principal.
Materials:
Notebook, index cards, color pencils.
Grading Policy:
Summative Assessments ( Chapter Tests)
Formative Assessments (Quizzes, Oral presentation)
Homework
30%
60%
10%
Reteaching/Reassessment: Only one reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment.
Unit tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under summative
assessments may not be reassessed
Students should arrange a time with me to come in for reteaching which is required before
any reassessment is given. In addition, tutoring is available after school on Tuesdays and
Thursdays.
Springbrook High School
Foreign Language Department
Course Syllabus
French 2 B
Second Semester
2016
Mr. Martin Baker
301-989-6059
Email: Martin_G_Baker@mcps.org
Office Hours: 2:30-3:00 p.m. By Appointment.
Textbook: Bien dit! Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, copyright 2013
Course Description:
This is a second year French course. The course covers all topics that are included in the
Montgomery County Foreign Language Curriculum Blueprint for the French language,
posted on-line
Tests: Will be given at the end of each chapter.
Quizzes: Will be given throughout each chapter on a regular basis. Some quizzes are
unannounced.
Homework: Homework will be assigned daily. You are expected to complete all
assignments on time. Daily homework will be graded.
Chapter
Topic
Unit 5
Mes Routines Quotidiennes/ My Daily Routine
Unit 6
Quand j’etais petit / When I was little
Unit 7
Faisons du Camping/ Let’s Go Camping
Unit 8
Comment tu te sens?/ How do you feel?
Grammar and Culture Aspects of each chapter will be introduced.
Materials:
Computer access daily at home.
To access the book on line go to my.hrw.com
Using the username and password given by your teacher, register, change to your choice of
username and password. There will be a daily homework using the textbook online.
Notebook, index cards, color pencils.
Grading Policy:
Summative Assessments ( Chapter Tests)
Formative Assessments (Quizzes, Oral presentation)
Homework
30%
60%
10%
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily
practice homework, activities, and worksheets during classes.
Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely important. If you are absent,
you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for unexcused absences or
tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior
includes respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food or drink in class.
No bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phones will be confiscated and only
your parents will be able to get them back from the principal.
Reteaching/Reassessment: Only one reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment.
Unit tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under summative
assessments may not be reassessed
Students should arrange a time with me to come in for reteaching which is required before
any reassessment is given. In addition, tutoring is available after school on Tuesdays and
Thursdays.
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following
MYP Criteria:
Criterion A Oral Communication
Criterion B Interpreting Visual Text
Criterion C Comprehending Written Text
Criterion D Communication in writing
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8.
Springbrook High School
Foreign Language Department
Course Syllabus
French 3B
Second Semester
2016
Mr. Martin Baker
301-989-6059
Email: Martin_G_Baker@mcps.org
Office Hours: 2:30-3:00 p.m. By Appointment.
Textbook: Bien dit! Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, copyright 2013
Course Description:
This is a third year French course. The course covers all topics that are included in the
Montgomery County Foreign Language Curriculum Blueprint for the French language,
posted on-line
Tests: Will be given at the end of each chapter.
Quizzes: Will be given throughout each chapter on a regular basis. Some quizzes are
unannounced.
Homework: Homework will be assigned daily. You are expected to complete all
assignments on time. Daily homework will be graded.
Chapter
Topic
Unit 5
Les Actualites
Chapter 6
Unit 6
L’Ecole
Chapter 7
Unit 7
Partons en Voyage
Chapter 10
Unit 8
Les Arts
Chapter 9
Grammar and Culture Aspects of each chapter will be introduced.
Materials:
Computer access daily at home.
To access the book on line go to my.hrw.com
Using the username and password given by your teacher, register, change to your choice of
username and password. There will be a daily homework using the textbook online.
Notebook, index cards, color pencils.
Grading Policy:
Summative Assessments ( Chapter Tests)
Formative Assessments (Quizzes, Oral presentation)
Homework
30%
60%
10%
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily
practice homework, activities, and worksheets during classes.
Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely important. If you are absent,
you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for unexcused absences or
tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior
includes respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food or drink in class.
No bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phones will be confiscated and only
your parents will be able to get them back from the principal.
Reteaching/Reassessment: Only one reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment.
Unit tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under summative
assessments may not be reassessed
Students should arrange a time with me to come in for reteaching which is required before
any reassessment is given. In addition, tutoring is available after school on Tuesdays and
Thursdays.
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following
MYP Criteria:
Criterion A Oral Communication
Criterion B Interpreting Visual Text
Criterion C Comprehending Written Text
Criterion D Communication in writing
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8.
SPANISH 1A Syllabus
Khara Chike (Room E116)
Khara_C_Chike@mcpsmd.org
(301) 989-6059
Overview:
We learn Spanish….
 To communicate in a language other than English.
 To gain knowledge and understanding of other cultures.
 To develop insight into the nature of language.
 To participate in multilingual communication at home and around the world.
Units of Study:
Unit
1.
Title
¡Bienvenidos a
laclase de
español!/
Welcome to
Spanish Class!
2.
Nos
conocemos/
Getting
Acquainted
3.
La escuela /
School
4.
La comida /
Food
Concepts
• Exchange greetings in a culturally appropriate manner
• Make introductions
• Ask about things in the classroom
• Understand classroom commands
• Ask how to spell words
• Tell time
• Tell the date
• Describe basic weather conditions
• Identify the seasons
• Identify use of tú and usted
• Identify some Spanish-speaking countries
• Identify some famous Spanish speakers
• Compare ways of greeting people in Spanish-speaking countries and in the U.S
• Communicate about preferences regarding activities
• Express agreement or disagreement
• Communicate about their own personalities and those of others
• Identify some Spanish-speaking countries
• Identify some famous Spanish-speaking people
• Identify music and dances of different Spanish-speaking countries
• Identify attitudes about friendship of people in Spanish-speaking countries and
compare them to their own
• Communicate about school schedules and course preferences
• Describe their school day
• Tell time and use the 24 hour clock
• Communicate about their classroom and the location of items
• Identify some Spanish-speaking countries
• Identify courses students take in Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to
courses taken in the U.S.
• Identify attitudes about school in Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to
those in the U.S.
• Communicate about food and beverages for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Communicate about preferences for foods and beverages.
• Communicate about foods and exercise to maintain one’s health
• Identify some Spanish-speaking countries
• Identify foods and beverages from Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to
those in the U.S.
• Describe breakfast in Spanish-speaking countries and compare it to breakfast in the U.S
GRADING SYSTEM:
Formative Assessments (including quizzes,
60%
classwork, etc.)
Summative Assessments* (including projects, unit
30%
tests, presentations, essays, etc.)
Homework for Practice/Completion
10%
*Summative assessments are cumulative and may not be re-assessed.

Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task/
assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher
determines that the student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment, the
teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)

Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines. Teachers are expected to
separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase opportunities for students to complete
assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due date and deadline are the same. It is
recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and deadline may be the same to facilitate
the teaching and learning process.

Retake/Reassessment Policy
Reteaching occurs when the teacher or student determines that students are not meeting learning goals.
Reassessment opportunities are identified by the teacher before the original task/assessment and occur
within an instructional unit. A minimum of one reassessment opportunity is offered per unit. Unit
tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under summative assessments may not be
reassessed. (Please see the MCPS Grading and Reporting Policy on the MCPS website for more
detailed information.)
Students should arrange a time to come in for reteaching which is required before any reassessment is
given. In addition, tutoring is available by students in the Spanish Honor Society.
As an IB school, we will report student progress using the following criteria.
Language Acquisition (World Languages) Criteria
The purpose of reporting MYP levels of achievement is to communicate students’ progress towards the achievement of
the MYP objectives in each subject area. The MYP objectives are the key learning areas in Language Acquisition (world
language) on which students will be assessed. The MYP criteria are:
Criterion
Learning Objectives
Criterion A
Communicating in oral
form
Interpreting visual text
Comprehending written
text
Communicating in
written form
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Max Rubric
Score
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, teachers will also report students’ levels of achievement on the MYP
Objectives as an unweighted assignment. Students and parents will receive a Progress Report at the end of each semester,
which will document students’ achievement in each of the subjects in which he or she is enrolled.
Student Expectations:
1. Start Class on Time: Be in your seat when the bell rings and begin warm-up.
2. Come to class prepared: You need a pen and/or pencil, your Spanish binder, and your homework.
3. Complete assignments on time: Homework is a regular activity and you are expected to turn it in on time.
4. Attend class and actively participate: participation is essential to learning a foreign language.
5. Missed work: It is your responsibility to call and ask a friend to find out what work you missed. It is your
responsibility to arrange to make up any missing work with your teacher.
Overall:
Grades will reflect individual achievement of the MCPS Standards for a specific marking period.
SPANISH 1B Syllabus
Khara Chike (Room E116)
Khara_C_Chike@mcpsmd.org
(301) 989-6059
Overview:
We learn Spanish….
 To communicate in a language other than English.
 To gain knowledge and understanding of other cultures.
 To develop insight into the nature of language.
 To participate in multilingual communication at home and around the world.
Units of Study:
Unit
5.
Title
6.
Fiesta en
familia / Family
Celebrations
7.
La casa / House
8.
La ropa y las
tiendas /
Clothing and
Stores
Los
pasatiempos /
Pastimes
Concepts
• Communicate about pastimes
• Extend, accept, and decline invitations
• Communicate about places in the community
• Identify some Spanish-speaking countries
• Identify some famous Spanish-speaking people
• Identify pastimes in Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to those in the U.S.
• Ask and answer simple questions about family members
• Give physical descriptions of family members and friends
• Communicate about family celebrations and parties
• Order a meal in a restaurant
• Describe family celebrations in Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to
those in the U.S.
• Describe customs related to meals in Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to those in the U.S.
• Communicate about rooms in a house
• Give simple descriptions of bedroom furnishings and electronic equipment
• Make simple descriptions and comparisons, including colors
• Communicate about household chores
• Identify some famous Spanish-speaking people
• Identify and describe typical housing from Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to those in the
U.S.
• Communicate about shopping for clothing and accessories
• Communicate preferences and wishes
• Ask for and give information about clothing items, including prices
• Identify some famous Spanish-speaking people
• Identify some Spanish-speaking countries
• Identify and describe typical clothing items from Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to those in
the U.S.
• Identify and describe customs related to clothing and shopping in Spanish-speaking countries and compare
them to those in the U.S.
:
Formative Assessments (including quizzes,
60%
classwork, etc.)
Summative Assessments* (including projects, unit
30%
tests, presentations, essays, etc.)
Homework for Practice/Completion
10%
*Summative assessments are cumulative and may not be re-assessed.

Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task/
assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher
determines that the student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment, the
teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)

Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines. Teachers are expected to
separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase opportunities for students to complete
assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due date and deadline are the same. It is
recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and deadline may be the same to facilitate
the teaching and learning process.

Retake/Reassessment Policy
Reteaching occurs when the teacher or student determines that students are not meeting learning goals.
Reassessment opportunities are identified by the teacher before the original task/assessment and occur
within an instructional unit. A minimum of one reassessment opportunity is offered per unit. Unit
tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under summative assessments may not be
reassessed. (Please see the MCPS Grading and Reporting Policy on the MCPS website for more
detailed information.)
Students should arrange a time to come in for reteaching which is required before any reassessment is
given. In addition, tutoring is available by students in the Spanish Honor Society.
As an IB school, we will report student progress using the following criteria.
Language Acquisition (World Languages) Criteria
The purpose of reporting MYP levels of achievement is to communicate students’ progress towards the achievement of
the MYP objectives in each subject area. The MYP objectives are the key learning areas in Language Acquisition (world
language) on which students will be assessed. The MYP criteria are:
Criterion
Learning Objectives
Criterion A
Communicating in oral
form
Interpreting visual text
Comprehending written
text
Communicating in
written form
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Max Rubric
Score
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, teachers will also report students’ levels of achievement on the MYP
Objectives as an unweighted assignment. Students and parents will receive a Progress Report at the end of each semester,
which will document students’ achievement in each of the subjects in which he or she is enrolled.
Student Expectations:
1. Start Class on Time: Be in your seat when the bell rings and begin warm-up.
2. Come to class prepared: You need a pen and/or pencil, your Spanish binder, and your homework.
3. Complete assignments on time: Homework is a regular activity and you are expected to turn it in on time.
4. Attend class and actively participate: participation is essential to learning a foreign language.
5. Missed work: It is your responsibility to call and ask a friend to find out what work you missed. It is your
responsibility to arrange to make up any missing work with your teacher.
Overall:
Grades will reflect individual achievement of the MCPS Standards for a specific marking period.
SPANISH 3A Syllabus
Khara Chike (Room E116)
Al aire libre /
Outdoors
Unit 1:
Pg. 20 – 61
8/31—9/30
Las bellas artes
/ Fine arts
Unit 2:
Pg. 62 - 107
10/1—10/30
At the end of
each unit there
will be a Unit
Test.
Khara_C_Chike@mcpsmd.org
*Communicate about camping
experiences, outdoor vacations,
and competitive events using the
present and past tense.
*Identify some famous Spanishspeaking people, national parks
and landmarks in Spanishspeaking countries and compare
them to those in the U.S.
*Identify popular competitions in
Spanish-speaking countries and
compare them to those in the U.S.
*Describe and express opinions
about works of art using the
present and past tense.
*Identify some famous artists
from Spanish-speaking countries.
*Identify famous works of art,
music, dances, films, and plays
from Spanish-speaking countries
and compare them to the U.S.
Number 2 pencils required
for the tests.
El bienestar /
Well-being
Unit 3:
Pg. 108 - 153
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*Communicate about nutrition, physical and
mental health.
*Describe symptoms and give advice using
the subjunctive tense.
*Identify health practice and natural remedies
in Spanish-speaking countries and compare
them to those in the U.S.
11/3—12/4
La Amistad /
Friendship
Unit 4:
Pg. 108 - 151
12/7—1/8
*All dates
subject to
change due to
school closings
or curriculum
adjustments
*Communicate about relationships with
friends and family, their personality traits, and
conflict resolution.
*Communicate about emotions and behaviors
using the subjunctive tense.
*Identify family practices and celebrations in
Spanish-speaking countries and compare them
to those in the U.S.
Winter Break: 12/24/15-01/01/16
Oral Exams: 1/11—1/14
Exams begin: 1/15-1/22
GRADING SYSTEM:
Formative Assessments (including quizzes,
60%
classwork, etc.)
Summative Assessments* (including projects, unit
30%
tests, presentations, essays, etc.)
Homework for Practice/Completion
10%
*Summative assessments are cumulative and may not be re-assessed.

Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task/
assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher
determines that the student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment, the
teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)

Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines. Teachers are expected to
separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase opportunities for students to complete
assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due date and deadline are the same. It is
recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and deadline may be the same to facilitate
the teaching and learning process.

Retake/Reassessment Policy
Reteaching occurs when the teacher or student determines that students are not meeting learning goals.
Reassessment opportunities are identified by the teacher before the original task/assessment and occur
within an instructional unit. A minimum of one reassessment opportunity is offered per unit. Unit
tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under summative assessments may not be
reassessed. (Please see the MCPS Grading and Reporting Policy on the MCPS website for more
detailed information.)
Students should arrange a time to come in for reteaching which is required before any reassessment is
given. In addition, tutoring is available by students in the Spanish Honor Society.
As an IB school, we will report student progress using the following criteria.
Language Acquisition (World Languages) Criteria
The purpose of reporting MYP levels of achievement is to communicate students’ progress towards the achievement of
the MYP objectives in each subject area. The MYP objectives are the key learning areas in Language Acquisition (world
language) on which students will be assessed. The MYP criteria are:
Criterion
Learning Objectives
Criterion A
Communicating in oral
form
Interpreting visual text
Comprehending written
text
Communicating in
written form
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Max Rubric
Score
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, teachers will also report students’ levels of achievement on the MYP
Objectives as an unweighted assignment. Students and parents will receive a Progress Report at the end of each semester,
which will document students’ achievement in each of the subjects in which he or she is enrolled.
SPANISH 3B Syllabus
Khara Chike (Room E116)
El trabajo y el
voluntariado/
Working &
Volunteering
Unit 5:
Pg. 204 – 245
1/26—2/19
El porvenir /
The future
Unit 6:
Pg. 250 - 291
2/22—3/23
At the end of
each unit there
will be a Unit
Test.
Khara_C_Chike@mcpsmd.org
*Communicate about past and
present work and volunteer
opportunities in the community.
*Communicate about knowledge,
skills, and personality traits
needed for work and volunteering.
*Identify some famous Spanishspeaking people who have made
contributions to communities.
*Identify teenage work and
volunteer opportunities in
Spanish-speaking countries and
compare them to those in the U.S.
Los misterios /
Mysteries
*Communicate about past,
present, and future work and
technology. Describe
education/training needed to
pursue careers.
*Describe future career plans.
*Identify the impact of
technology, common career paths,
and training and educational
options in Spanish-speaking
countries and compare them to the
U.S.
Nuestro
planeta / Our
planet
Number 2 pencils required
for the tests.
*All dates
subject to
change due to
school closings
or curriculum
adjustments
Unit 7:
Pg. 296 - 337
4/4—4/29
Unit 9:
Pg. 388 - 429
5/2—6/3
(301) 989-6059
*Communicate about archeological
discoveries, myths and/or legends.
*Describe mysterious objects/events.
*Identify myths/legends from Spanishspeaking countries and compare them to those
from the U.S.
*Identify archeological structures or artifacts
from past civilizations in Spanish-speaking
countries and compare them to those in the
U.S.
*Communicate about environmental issues.
*Communicate about solutions for helping the
environment.
*Describe causes and effects of pollution.
*Identify environmental practices in Spanishspeaking countries and compare them to those
in the U.S.
*Identify endangered species typical to
Spanish-speaking countries and compare them
to those in the U.S.
Winter Break: 03/25/16-04/01/16
Oral Exams: 6/6—6/10
Exams begin: 6/13-6/17
GRADING SYSTEM:
Formative Assessments (including quizzes,
60%
classwork, etc.)
Summative Assessments* (including projects, unit
30%
tests, presentations, essays, etc.)
Homework for Practice/Completion
10%
*Summative assessments are cumulative and may not be re-assessed.

Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task/
assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher
determines that the student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment, the
teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)

Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines. Teachers are expected to
separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase opportunities for students to complete
assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due date and deadline are the same. It is
recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and deadline may be the same to facilitate
the teaching and learning process.

Retake/Reassessment Policy
Reteaching occurs when the teacher or student determines that students are not meeting learning goals.
Reassessment opportunities are identified by the teacher before the original task/assessment and occur
within an instructional unit. A minimum of one reassessment opportunity is offered per unit. Unit
tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under summative assessments may not be
reassessed. (Please see the MCPS Grading and Reporting Policy on the MCPS website for more
detailed information.)
Students should arrange a time to come in for reteaching which is required before any reassessment is
given. In addition, tutoring is available by students in the Spanish Honor Society.
As an IB school, we will report student progress using the following criteria.
Language Acquisition (World Languages) Criteria
The purpose of reporting MYP levels of achievement is to communicate students’ progress towards the achievement of
the MYP objectives in each subject area. The MYP objectives are the key learning areas in Language Acquisition (world
language) on which students will be assessed. The MYP criteria are:
Criterion
Learning Objectives
Criterion A
Communicating in oral
form
Interpreting visual text
Comprehending written
text
Communicating in
written form
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Max Rubric
Score
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, teachers will also report students’ levels of achievement on the MYP
Objectives as an unweighted assignment. Students and parents will receive a Progress Report at the end of each semester,
which will document students’ achievement in each of the subjects in which he or she is enrolled.
SPANISH 2A Syllabus
Erin Crowley (Room F109)
La vida escolar/
School Life
Unit 1:
Pg. 16 - 69
9/15—10/9
La rutina
diaria/Daily
Routine
Unit 2A:
Pg. 70 - 97
Erin_P_Crowley@mcpsmd.org
*Communicate about classes and
classroom rules, activities, and
school work.
*Identify some famous Spanishspeaking people, customs and
school rules in Spanish-speaking
countries and compare them to
those in the U.S.
*Identify after-school activities
and compare them to those in the
U.S.
De compras /
Shopping
*Communicate about daily
routines.
*Communicate about getting
ready for a special event.
*Identify special events in
Spanish-speaking countries and
compare them to the U.S.
La
Comunidad /
Community
10/12—10/30
At the end of
each unit there
will be a Unit
Test.
Unit 2B:
Pg. 98 - 125
*Communicate about clothing you and others
bought.
*Communicate about shopping for clothing.
*Identify customs related to clothing and
shopping in Spanish-speaking countries and
compare them to those in the U.S.
11/3—12/4
Unit 3:
Pg. 126 - 181
12/7—1/8
Number 2 pencils required
for the tests.
(301) 989-6059
*All dates
subject to
change due to
school closings
or curriculum
adjustments
*Communicate about what you did in places
in the community.
*Ask for and give directions for getting to
places.
*Identify customs related to shopping in openair markets in Spanish-speaking countries and
compare them to shopping customs in the U.S.
*Identify characteristics of neighborhoods in
Spanish-speaking countries and compare them
to those in the U.S.
Winter Break: 12/24/15-01/01/16
Oral Exams: 1/11—1/14
Exams begin: 1/15-1/22
GRADING SYSTEM:
Formative Assessments (including quizzes,
60%
classwork, etc.)
Summative Assessments* (including
30%
projects, unit tests, presentations, essays, etc.)
Homework for Practice/Completion
10%
*Summative assessments are cumulative and may not be re-assessed.
 Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no
lower than 50% to the task/ assessment. If a student does no work on the
task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher determines that the
student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment,
the teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)
 Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines.
Teachers are expected to separate the due date from the deadline in order to
increase opportunities for students to complete assignments; however, there
may be some exceptions when the due date and deadline are the same. It is
recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and deadline
may be the same to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
 Retake/Reassessment Policy
Reteaching occurs when the teacher or student determines that students are
not meeting learning goals. Reassessment opportunities are identified by the
teacher before the original task/assessment and occur within an instructional
unit. A minimum of one reassessment opportunity is offered per unit. Unit
tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under
summative assessments may not be reassessed. (Please see the MCPS
Grading and Reporting Policy on the MCPS website for more detailed
information.)
Students should arrange a time to come in for reteaching which is required
before any reassessment is given. In addition, tutoring is available by students
in the Spanish Honor Society.
As an IB school, we will report student progress using the following criteria.
Language Acquisition (World Languages) Criteria
The purpose of reporting MYP levels of achievement is to communicate students’ progress towards the achievement of
the MYP objectives in each subject area. The MYP objectives are the key learning areas in Language Acquisition (world
language) on which students will be assessed. The MYP criteria are:
Criterion
Learning Objectives
Criterion A
Communicating in oral
form
Interpreting visual text
Comprehending written
text
Communicating in
written form
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Max Rubric
Score
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, teachers will also report students’ levels of achievement on the MYP
Objectives as an unweighted assignment. Students and parents will receive a Progress Report at the end of each semester,
which will document students’ achievement in each of the subjects in which he or she is enrolled.
SPANISH 2B Syllabus
Erin Crowley (Room F109)
Cuando éramos
niños/ When we
were young
Unit 4:
Pg. 184 - 235
1/26—2/19
Las
emergencias/
Emergencies
Unit 5:
Pg. 238 - 289
2/22—3/23
At the end of
each unit there
will be a Unit
Test.
Erin_P_Crowley@mcpsmd.org
*Communicate childhood
activities/behavior/characteristics
and past family celebrations.
*Identify some famous Spanishspeaking people, family
celebrations and holidays in
Spanish-speaking countries and
compare them to those in the U.S.
*Identify stories/fables/songs
from Spanish-speaking countries
and compare them to those in the
U.S.
*Communicate about past and
present disasters and
rescues/emergencies.
*Communicate about past and
present accidents/injuries and
medical treatments.
*Identify natural disasters that
occur in Spanish-speaking
countries and compare them to the
U.S.
*Identify emergency medical and
health services in Spanishspeaking countries and compare
them to those in the U.S.
Number 2 pencils required
for the tests.
A cocinar /
Let’s cook
Unit 7:
Pg. 346 - 397
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*Communicate about foods, cooking, and
recipes.
*Identify and describe foods and dishes from
Spanish-speaking countries.
*Identify outdoor food vendors in Spanishspeaking countries and compare them to those
in the U.S.
4/4—4/29
De viaje /
Travel
Unit 8:
Pg. 400 - 447
5/2—6/3
*All dates
subject to
change due to
school closings
or curriculum
adjustments
*Communicate about travel plans and past
travel.
*Communicates about means of transportation
and accommodations.
*Identify and describe travel destinations in
Spanish-speaking countries and compare them
to those in the U.S.
*Identify and describe customs related to
traveling in Spanish-speaking countries and
compare them to those in the U.S.
Spring Break: 03/25/16-04/01/16
Oral Exams: 6/6—6/10
Exams begin: 6/13-6/17
GRADING SYSTEM:
Formative Assessments (including quizzes,
60%
classwork, etc.)
Summative Assessments* (including
30%
projects, unit tests, presentations, essays, etc.)
Homework for Practice/Completion
10%
*Summative assessments are cumulative and may not be re-assessed.
 Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no
lower than 50% to the task/ assessment. If a student does no work on the
task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher determines that the
student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment,
the teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)
 Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines.
Teachers are expected to separate the due date from the deadline in order to
increase opportunities for students to complete assignments; however, there
may be some exceptions when the due date and deadline are the same. It is
recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and deadline
may be the same to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
 Retake/Reassessment Policy
Reteaching occurs when the teacher or student determines that students are
not meeting learning goals. Reassessment opportunities are identified by the
teacher before the original task/assessment and occur within an instructional
unit. A minimum of one reassessment opportunity is offered per unit. Unit
tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under
summative assessments may not be reassessed. (Please see the MCPS
Grading and Reporting Policy on the MCPS website for more detailed
information.)
Students should arrange a time to come in for reteaching which is required
before any reassessment is given. In addition, tutoring is available by students
in the Spanish Honor Society.
As an IB school, we will report student progress using the following criteria.
Language Acquisition (World Languages) Criteria
The purpose of reporting MYP levels of achievement is to communicate students’ progress towards the achievement of
the MYP objectives in each subject area. The MYP objectives are the key learning areas in Language Acquisition (world
language) on which students will be assessed. The MYP criteria are:
Criterion
Learning Objectives
Criterion A
Communicating in oral
form
Interpreting visual text
Comprehending written
text
Communicating in
written form
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Max Rubric
Score
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, teachers will also report students’ levels of achievement on the MYP
Objectives as an unweighted assignment. Students and parents will receive a Progress Report at the end of each semester,
which will document students’ achievement in each of the subjects in which he or she is enrolled.
SPANISH 3A Syllabus
Erin Crowley (Room F109)
Al aire libre /
Outdoors
Unit 1:
Pg. 20 – 61
8/31—9/30
Las bellas artes
/ Fine arts
Unit 2:
Pg. 62 - 107
10/1—10/30
At the end of
each unit there
will be a Unit
Test.
Erin_P_Crowley@mcpsmd.org
*Communicate about camping
experiences, outdoor vacations,
and competitive events using the
present and past tense.
*Identify some famous Spanishspeaking people, national parks
and landmarks in Spanishspeaking countries and compare
them to those in the U.S.
*Identify popular competitions in
Spanish-speaking countries and
compare them to those in the U.S.
*Describe and express opinions
about works of art using the
present and past tense.
*Identify some famous artists
from Spanish-speaking countries.
*Identify famous works of art,
music, dances, films, and plays
from Spanish-speaking countries
and compare them to the U.S.
Number 2 pencils required
for the tests.
El bienestar /
Well-being
Unit 3:
Pg. 108 - 153
(301) 989-6059
*Communicate about nutrition, physical and
mental health.
*Describe symptoms and give advice using
the subjunctive tense.
*Identify health practice and natural remedies
in Spanish-speaking countries and compare
them to those in the U.S.
11/3—12/4
La Amistad /
Friendship
Unit 4:
Pg. 108 - 151
12/7—1/8
*All dates
subject to
change due to
school closings
or curriculum
adjustments
*Communicate about relationships with
friends and family, their personality traits, and
conflict resolution.
*Communicate about emotions and behaviors
using the subjunctive tense.
*Identify family practices and celebrations in
Spanish-speaking countries and compare them
to those in the U.S.
Winter Break: 12/24/15-01/01/16
Oral Exams: 1/11—1/14
Exams begin: 1/15-1/22
GRADING SYSTEM:
Formative Assessments (including quizzes,
60%
classwork, etc.)
Summative Assessments* (including
30%
projects, unit tests, presentations, essays, etc.)
Homework for Practice/Completion
10%
*Summative assessments are cumulative and may not be re-assessed.
 Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no
lower than 50% to the task/ assessment. If a student does no work on the
task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher determines that the
student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment,
the teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)
 Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines.
Teachers are expected to separate the due date from the deadline in order to
increase opportunities for students to complete assignments; however, there
may be some exceptions when the due date and deadline are the same. It is
recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and deadline
may be the same to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
 Retake/Reassessment Policy
Reteaching occurs when the teacher or student determines that students are
not meeting learning goals. Reassessment opportunities are identified by the
teacher before the original task/assessment and occur within an instructional
unit. A minimum of one reassessment opportunity is offered per unit. Unit
tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under
summative assessments may not be reassessed. (Please see the MCPS
Grading and Reporting Policy on the MCPS website for more detailed
information.)
Students should arrange a time to come in for reteaching which is required
before any reassessment is given. In addition, tutoring is available by students
in the Spanish Honor Society.
As an IB school, we will report student progress using the following criteria.
Language Acquisition (World Languages) Criteria
The purpose of reporting MYP levels of achievement is to communicate students’ progress towards the achievement of
the MYP objectives in each subject area. The MYP objectives are the key learning areas in Language Acquisition (world
language) on which students will be assessed. The MYP criteria are:
Criterion
Learning Objectives
Criterion A
Communicating in oral
form
Interpreting visual text
Comprehending written
text
Communicating in
written form
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Max Rubric
Score
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, teachers will also report students’ levels of achievement on the MYP
Objectives as an unweighted assignment. Students and parents will receive a Progress Report at the end of each semester,
which will document students’ achievement in each of the subjects in which he or she is enrolled.
SPANISH 3B Syllabus
Erin Crowley (Room F109)
El trabajo y el
voluntariado/
Working &
Volunteering
Unit 5:
Pg. 204 – 245
1/26—2/19
El porvenir /
The future
Unit 6:
Pg. 250 - 291
2/22—3/23
At the end of
each unit there
will be a Unit
Test.
Erin_P_Crowley@mcpsmd.org
*Communicate about past and
present work and volunteer
opportunities in the community.
*Communicate about knowledge,
skills, and personality traits
needed for work and volunteering.
*Identify some famous Spanishspeaking people who have made
contributions to communities.
*Identify teenage work and
volunteer opportunities in
Spanish-speaking countries and
compare them to those in the U.S.
Los misterios /
Mysteries
*Communicate about past,
present, and future work and
technology. Describe
education/training needed to
pursue careers.
*Describe future career plans.
*Identify the impact of
technology, common career paths,
and training and educational
options in Spanish-speaking
countries and compare them to the
U.S.
Nuestro
planeta / Our
planet
Number 2 pencils required
for the tests.
*All dates
subject to
change due to
school closings
or curriculum
adjustments
Unit 7:
Pg. 296 - 337
4/4—4/29
Unit 9:
Pg. 388 - 429
5/2—6/3
(301) 989-6059
*Communicate about archeological
discoveries, myths and/or legends.
*Describe mysterious objects/events.
*Identify myths/legends from Spanishspeaking countries and compare them to those
from the U.S.
*Identify archeological structures or artifacts
from past civilizations in Spanish-speaking
countries and compare them to those in the
U.S.
*Communicate about environmental issues.
*Communicate about solutions for helping the
environment.
*Describe causes and effects of pollution.
*Identify environmental practices in Spanishspeaking countries and compare them to those
in the U.S.
*Identify endangered species typical to
Spanish-speaking countries and compare them
to those in the U.S.
Winter Break: 03/25/16-04/01/16
Oral Exams: 6/6—6/10
Exams begin: 6/13-6/17
GRADING SYSTEM:
Formative Assessments (including quizzes,
60%
classwork, etc.)
Summative Assessments* (including
30%
projects, unit tests, presentations, essays, etc.)
Homework for Practice/Completion
10%
*Summative assessments are cumulative and may not be re-assessed.
 Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than
50% to the task/ assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher
will assign a zero. If a teacher determines that the student did not attempt to meet the
basic requirements of the task/assessment, the teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)
 Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines. Teachers are
expected to separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase opportunities for
students to complete assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due
date and deadline are the same. It is recognized that for daily homework assignments the
due date and deadline may be the same to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
 Retake/Reassessment Policy
Reteaching occurs when the teacher or student determines that students are not meeting
learning goals. Reassessment opportunities are identified by the teacher before the
original task/assessment and occur within an instructional unit. A minimum of one
reassessment opportunity is offered per unit. Unit tests, final projects or reports, and
other culminating activities under summative assessments may not be reassessed. (Please
see the MCPS Grading and Reporting Policy on the MCPS website for more detailed
information.)
Students should arrange a time to come in for reteaching which is required before any
reassessment is given. In addition, tutoring is available by students in the Spanish Honor
Society.
As an IB school, we will report student progress using the following criteria.
Language Acquisition (World Languages) Criteria
The purpose of reporting MYP levels of achievement is to communicate students’ progress towards the achievement of
the MYP objectives in each subject area. The MYP objectives are the key learning areas in Language Acquisition (world
language) on which students will be assessed. The MYP criteria are:
Criterion
Learning Objectives
Criterion A
Communicating in oral
form
Interpreting visual text
Comprehending written
text
Communicating in
written form
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Max Rubric
Score
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, teachers will also report students’ levels of achievement on the MYP
Objectives as an unweighted assignment. Students and parents will receive a Progress Report at the end of each semester,
which will document students’ achievement in each of the subjects in which he or she is enrolled.
Springbrook High School
Foreign Language Department
Course Syllabus
French 1B
Second Semester
2016
Dr. Mona Hamdy
301-989-6059
Email: Mona _Hamdy@mcpsmd.org
Office Hours: 2:30-3:00 p.m. By Appointment.
Textbook: Bien dit! Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, copyright 2013
Course Description:
This is first year French course. The course covers all topics that are included in the
Montgomery County Foreign Language Curriculum Blueprint for the French language,
posted on-line
Tests: Will be given at the end of each chapter.
Quizzes: Will be given throughout each chapter on a regular basis. Some quizzes are
unannounced.
Homework: Homework will be assigned daily. You are expected to complete all
assignments on time. Daily homework will be graded.
Chapter
Topic
Approximate Dates
Chapter 5
Les Passe-temps
( Pasttimes )
1/26 - 2/26
Chapter 6
Les Repas
( Meals )
2/29 - 3/23
Chapter 7
Les Vetements
( Clothing)
4/4 – 4/29
Chapter 8
A La Maison
( Home)
5/2 – 6/3
Oral Exam / Review
6/6– 6/10
The dates listed are approximate and may change according to student progress.
Grammar and Culture Aspects of each chapter will be introduced.
Materials:
Computer access daily at home.
To access the book on line go to my.hrw.com
Using the username and password given by your teacher, register, change to your choice of
username and password. There will be a daily homework using the textbook online.
Notebook, index cards, color pencils.
Grading Policy:
Summative Assessments ( Chapter Tests)
Formative Assessments (Quizzes, Oral presentation)
Homework
30%
60%
10%
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily
practice homework, activities, and worksheets during classes.
Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely important. If you are absent,
you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for unexcused absences or
tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior
includes respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food or drink in class.
No bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phones will be confiscated and only
your parents will be able to get them back from the principal.
Reteaching/Reassessment: Only one reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment.
Unit tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under summative
assessments may not be reassessed
Students should arrange a time with me to come in for reteaching which is required before
any reassessment is given. In addition, tutoring is available after school on Tuesdays and
Thursdays.
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following
MYP Criteria:
Criterion A Oral Communication
Criterion B Interpreting Visual Text
Criterion C Comprehending Written Text
Criterion D Communication in writing
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8.
Springbrook High School
Foreign Language Department
Course Syllabus
French 2 B
Second Semester
2016
Dr. Mona Hamdy
301-989-6059
Email: Mona _Hamdy@mcpsmd.org
Office Hours: 2:30-3:00 p.m. By Appointment.
Textbook: Bien dit! Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, copyright 2013
Course Description:
This is a second year French course. The course covers all topics that are included in the
Montgomery County Foreign Language Curriculum Blueprint for the French language,
posted on-line
Tests: Will be given at the end of each chapter.
Quizzes: Will be given throughout each chapter on a regular basis. Some quizzes are
unannounced.
Homework: Homework will be assigned daily. You are expected to complete all
assignments on time. Daily homework will be graded.
Chapter
Topic
Unit 5
Mes Routines Quotidiennes/ My Daily Routine
Unit 6
Quand j’etais petit / When I was little
Unit 7
Faisons du Camping/ Let’s Go Camping
Unit 8
Comment tu te sens?/ How do you feel?
Grammar and Culture Aspects of each chapter will be introduced.
Materials:
Computer access daily at home.
To access the book on line go to my.hrw.com
Using the username and password given by your teacher, register, change to your choice of
username and password. There will be a daily homework using the textbook online.
Notebook, index cards, color pencils.
Grading Policy:
Summative Assessments ( Chapter Tests)
Formative Assessments (Quizzes, Oral presentation)
Homework
30%
60%
10%
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily
practice homework, activities, and worksheets during classes.
Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely important. If you are absent,
you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for unexcused absences or
tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior
includes respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food or drink in class.
No bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phones will be confiscated and only
your parents will be able to get them back from the principal.
Reteaching/Reassessment: Only one reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment.
Unit tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under summative
assessments may not be reassessed
Students should arrange a time with me to come in for reteaching which is required before
any reassessment is given. In addition, tutoring is available after school on Tuesdays and
Thursdays.
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following
MYP Criteria:
Criterion A Oral Communication
Criterion B Interpreting Visual Text
Criterion C Comprehending Written Text
Criterion D Communication in writing
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8.
Springbrook High School
Foreign Language Department
Course Syllabus
German 1B, Room F105
Second Semester
2016
Mr. Martin Baker
301-989-6059
Email: Martin_G_Baker@mcpsmd.org
Office Hours: 2:30-3:00 p.m. By Appointment
Textbook: Fokus Deutsch Book I
Second Semester Course Description--German 1B
Bei Mir Zu Hause
(Home Life)
-accommodations
-compare and contrast American and
German Housing
-Heim v Heimat
-possessive adjectives
Unsere Gemeinschaft
-destinations in town; villages; countries
(Our Community)
-specialty stores
-significant aspects of German Community life
-introduction to prepositions
-the rise of the Nazis
Das Essen
(Food)
-acquisition of basic food, drink
and restaurant vocabulary
-etiquette regarding dining in German
speaking countries
1 -idiomatic expressions
-regional specialties
Neue Klamotten/Reisen
-different outfits for travel
(New Clothes/Travel)
-giving and receiving directions
-travel preferences of Germans
-differing methods of transportation
Culminating Project
Theme will be a presentation on a significant aspect of
German Cultural Life
Final Exam
Course Goals:
This first year German Course will equip students with
underlying language structures and cultural insights at the beginners’ level.
Tests:
o Unit Orals for each theme will take place during the final week of
each unit.
o Students should expect a potential daily Quiz based on the practice
homework assignment, daily practice, activities and written and oral
work in class.
o Comprehensive tests will be given at the end of each chapter.
Grading Policy: Summative Assessments (Chapter Tests) 30%
Formative Assessments (Quizzes, Oral Presentations) 60%
Homework 10%
*In addition to using the above MCPS World Languages Grading Policy,
students will be assessed on certain assignments using the following MYP (Middle
Years Program) Criteria: Criterion A: Oral Communication; Criterion B:
Interpreting Visual Text; Criterion C: Comprehending Written Text; Criterion D:
2 Communication in Writing. Each of the above Criteria will be graded utilizing a
rubric with a maximum value of eight (8).
Retake/Reassessment Policy: Unit tests, final projects or reports and culminating
activities under Summative Assessments may not be reassessed.
Students should arrange a time with me for re-teaching which is required
before any Formative Reassessment be given.
If it is determined that a student made no attempt to meet the basic
requirements of a task a zero may be assigned per MCPS policy.
Required Supplies: Composition Book; Index Cards; Highlighters; Pencils, Pens
3 Springbrook High School
Foreign Language Department
Course Syllabus
German 2B, Room F105
Second Semester
2016
Mr. Martin Baker
301-989-6059
Email: Martin_G_Baker@mcpsmd.org
Office Hours: 2:30-3:00 p.m. By Appointment
Textbook: Fokus Deutsch Book II
Second Semester Course Description--German 2B
Korperpflege und Hausarbeit
-present and past routines
(Routines and Household Chores)
-contrast between the Simple Past
and the Perfekt
-in depth study of reflexive verbs
-American and German work ethics
-a study of the D-Day Landings
Gehen Wir Aus!
(Getting Around)
-town vs country living
-environmental concerns
-complex use of giving and receiving
directions
-accusative, dative, and 2 way Prepositions
Das Tagliche Leben
(Daily Life)
-restaurant experiences
-interpreting recipes
1 Guten Appetit!
-key expressions used when dining out
(Enjoy Your Food!)
-specialties in different German
speaking countries
-command forms
Kleidung Kaufen/Reisen
-purchases; style; color; fabric; price
(Clothing and Shopping/Travel)
-past and future travel plans
-around the world travel
-modal verbs
Culminating Project
Theme will be a presentation on a significant
aspect of German Cultural Life
Final Exam
Course Goals:
This second year German Course will continue to develop
fluency, grammatical and cultural knowledge that will move students towards
increasingly sophisticated reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.
Tests:
o Unit Orals for each theme will take place during the final week of
each unit.
o Students should expect a potential daily Quiz based on the practice
homework assignment, daily practice, activities and written and oral
work in class.
o Comprehensive tests will be given at the end of each chapter.
Grading Policy: Summative Assessments (Chapter Tests) 30%
Formative Assessments (Quizzes, Oral Presentations) 60%
Homework 10%
2 *In addition to using the above MCPS World Languages Grading Policy,
students will be assessed on certain assignments using the following MYP (Middle
Years Program) Criteria: Criterion A: Oral Communication; Criterion B:
Interpreting Visual Text; Criterion C: Comprehending Written Text; Criterion D:
Communication in Writing. Each of the above Criteria will be graded utilizing a
rubric with a maximum value of eight (8).
Retake/Reassessment Policy: Unit tests, final projects or reports and culminating
activities under Summative Assessments may not be reassessed.
Students should arrange a time with me for re-teaching which is required
before any Formative Reassessment be given.
If it is determined that a student made no attempt to meet the basic
requirements of a task a zero may be assigned per MCPS policy.
Required Supplies: Composition Book; Index Cards; Highlighters; Pencils, Pens
3 Springbrook High School
Foreign Language Department
Course Syllabus
German 3B H, Room F105
Second Semester
2016
Mr. Martin Baker
301-989-6059
Email: Martin_G_Baker@mcpsmd.org
Office Hours: 2:30-3:00 p.m. By Appointment
Textbook: Fokus Deutsch Books II, III, and diverse readers
Second Semester Course Description--German 3B H
Korperpflege und Hausarbeit
-present, past and future routines
(Routines and Household Chores)
-command forms of reflexives
-time phrases as stylistic devices
-in depth analysis of conjunctions
-analysis of the D-Day Landings
Die Natur: Im Freien;
Die Umwelt
(Nature: Outdoor Activities;
The Environment)
-description of different landscapes
-ecology and global environmental
concerns
-the German commitment to
responsible stewardship of
the environment
-prepositional phrases
Fest-und Feiertage
-compare and contrast holidays
1 (Holidays and Celebrations)
Regionale Kuche und
Traditionen
in the US and Germany
-regional cuisine and customs
-positive and negative command forms
(Regional Dishes and Traditions)
-present and past tense forms of
modals
Reisen/Sicher Reisen
(Let’sTravel/Safe Travel)
-future travel plans
-ideal travel plans using the
conditional tense
-health concerns while travelling
-illnesses and injuries
-reporting of travel in the German media
Culminating Project
Theme will be a presentation on a significant
aspect of German Cultural Life
Final Exam
Course Goals:
This third year German Course will continue to develop fluency,
grammatical and cultural knowledge that will move students towards increasingly
sophisticated reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.
Tests:
o Unit Orals for each theme will take place during the final week of
each unit.
o Students should expect a potential daily Quiz based on the practice
homework assignment, daily practice, activities and written and oral
work in class.
2 o Comprehensive tests will be given at the end of each chapter.
Grading Policy: Summative Assessments (Chapter Tests) 30%
Formative Assessments (Quizzes, Oral Presentations) 60%
Homework 10%
*In addition to using the above MCPS World Languages Grading Policy,
students will be assessed on certain assignments using the following MYP (Middle
Years Program) Criteria: Criterion A: Oral Communication; Criterion B:
Interpreting Visual Text; Criterion C: Comprehending Written Text; Criterion D:
Communication in Writing. Each of the above Criteria will be graded utilizing a
rubric with a maximum value of eight (8).
Retake/Reassessment Policy: Unit tests, final projects or reports and culminating
activities under Summative Assessments may not be reassessed.
Students should arrange a time with me for re-teaching which is required
before any Formative Reassessment be given.
If it is determined that a student made no attempt to meet the basic
requirements of a task a zero may be assigned per MCPS policy.
Required Supplies: Composition Book; Index Cards; Highlighters; Pencils, Pens
3 Springbrook High School
Foreign Language Department
Course Syllabus
German 4B H, Room F105
Second Semester
2016
Mr. Martin Baker
301-989-6059
Email: Martin_G_Baker@mcpsmd.org
Office Hours: 2:30-3:00 p.m. By Appointment
Course Content: This customized course will using materials from a variety of
sources to practice grammar drills, conversations, problem solving and complex
grammatical issues like prepositional and transitional phrases.
Second Semester Course Description--German 4B H
The three major themes that we will cover are:
1.
Der Mensch in der Gesellschaft: Man in Society
2. Arbeit und Freizeit: Work and Free Time
3. Stadtische und landliche Umwelt: The Milieu of the Town and Countryside
Within these major themes we will continue to study a number of related areas,
such as:
1. Tagesablauf : Daily Routine
2. Gesundheit: Health
3. Essen und Trinken: Food and Drink
4. Ferien: Travel and Vacations
5. Umweltfragen: Environmental Topics
1 6. Wetter: The Weather
7. Verkehrsmitte:l Getting Around
8. Unterhaltung: Culture and the Arts
9. Geographische Erscheinungen: Geographical Features
10. Culminating Project
Theme will be a presentation on a significant
aspect of German Cultural Life
11. Final Exam
Course Goals:
This fourth year German Course will continue to develop
fluency, grammatical and cultural knowledge that will move students towards
increasingly sophisticated reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.
Tests:
Unit Orals for each theme will take place during the final week of each unit.
Students should expect a potential daily Quiz based on the practice
homework assignment, daily practice, activities and written and oral work in class.
Comprehensive tests will be given at the end of each chapter.
Grading Policy: Summative Assessments (Chapter Tests) 30%
Formative Assessments (Quizzes, Oral Presentations) 60%
Homework 10%
*In addition to using the above MCPS World Languages Grading Policy,
students will be assessed on certain assignments using the following MYP (Middle
Years Program) Criteria: Criterion A: Oral Communication; Criterion B:
Interpreting Visual Text; Criterion C: Comprehending Written Text; Criterion D:
2 Communication in Writing. Each of the above Criteria will be graded utilizing a
rubric with a maximum value of eight (8).
Retake/Reassessment Policy: Unit tests, final projects or reports and culminating
activities under Summative Assessments may not be reassessed.
Students should arrange a time with me for re-teaching which is required
before any Formative Reassessment be given.
If it is determined that a student made no attempt to meet the basic
requirements of a task a zero may be assigned per MCPS policy.
Required Supplies: Composition Book; Index Cards; Highlighters; Pencils, Pens
3 Italian 1A
Springbrook High School
Course Information: 2015-2016
Olga M. Skeem
Room E-117
Email: Olga_M_Skeem@mcpsmd.org
Office hrs: lunch and
Tue – Thu: 2:30-3:00 by appointment
Course Description: 1st year Italian language and culture. The course covers all topics that are include in
the Montgomery County Foreign Language Curriculum Blueprint for Italian language.
Course Goals: To get an appreciation for the language and culture of Italy and to be able to exchange
basic personal information in this F.L.
Expected Student Learning Outcomes
For all 9th and 10th grade IB MYP courses include the course objectives and criterion1)
Required Texts: Prego! An invitation to Italian. 6th edition. Lazzarino, Peccianti, Aski and Dini
Required Supplies/Materials: pencils, a dedicated notebook, index cards, color pencils, 3 highlighters
(yellow), and eraser. Daily computer access from home.
Guidelines for Grading:
Category
Homework/classwork
Formative assessment
Summative assessment
Percentage
10%
60%
30%
Types of Assignments
Quiz, oral presentation
Unit (chapter) test, project
TEST will be given at the end of each unit topic
QUIZZES will be given throughout each unit topic on a regular basis. Some quizzes are not announced.
HOMEWORK will be assigned daily. Homework is due the next day of class. Homework will be graded.
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily practice homework,
activities and a worksheet during classes. Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely
important. If you are absent, you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for the unexcused
absences or tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior includes
respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food nor drinks are allowed in class. No
bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phone are not allowed in class and will be confiscated
and turned into security.
Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task/
assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher
determines that the student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment, the
teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)
Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines but they may change based on
students’ progress. Teachers are expected to separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase
opportunities for students to complete assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due
date and deadline are the same. It is recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and
deadline may be the same to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
Retake/Reassessment Policy: Only ONE reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment. Unit tests, final projects and/or reports, or other culminating activities under summative
assessment may not be reassessed. Students must arrange a time with me to come in for re-teaching
which is required before any retaking/reassessment is given. For free tutoring, contact me in advance.
Tutoring can be arranged on the days that the after school activity bus is available.
Assignment/Make Up Policy
Students have a responsibility and are expected to make up missed work, regardless of the legal status of
their absence. If the absence is excused or is a result of a suspension, the teacher will help a student make
up work. If the absence is unexcused, the teacher does not have to help a student make up the work
missed, give a retest, or give an extension on work that was due. Even though the teacher does not have to
help a student make up missed work, the student still has to make up the work so the student can complete
the rest of the course. For unexcused absences, teachers may deny credit for missed assignments or
assessments, in accordance with the process approved by the principal and the leadership team. (MCPS
Student handbook)
THEME
TOPIC
Unit 1
Benvenuti/ Welcome to Italian class
Unit 2
Conosciamoci / Getting acquainted
Passatempi ed interessi
Unit 3
La Scuola/ School and schedule
Unit 4
Il cibo / Food
CULTURAL ASPECTS OF EACH THEME WILL BE INTRODUCED.
1)In
additioin to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following MYP Criteria:
CRITERION A ORAL COMMUNICATION
CRITERION B INTERPRETING VISUAL TEXT
CRITERION C COMPREHENDING WRITTEN TEXT
CRITERION D COMMUNICATING IN WRITING
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8
Italian 1B
Springbrook High School
Course Information: 2015-2016
Olga M. Skeem
Room E-117
Email: Olga_M_Skeem@mcpsmd.org
Office hrs: lunch and
Tue – Thu: 2:30-3:00 by appointment
Course Description: 1st year Italian language and culture. The course covers all topics that are include in
the Montgomery County Foreign Language Curriculum Blueprint for Italian language.
Course Goals: To get an appreciation for the language and culture of Italy and to be able to exchange
basic personal information in this F.L.
Expected Student Learning Outcomes
For all 9th and 10th grade IB MYP courses include the course objectives and criterion1)
Required Texts: Prego! An invitation to Italian. 6th edition. Lazzarino, Peccianti, Aski and Dini
Required Supplies/Materials: pencils, a dedicated notebook, index cards, color pencils, 3 highlighters
(yellow), and eraser. Daily computer access from home.
Guidelines for Grading:
Category
Homework/classwork
Formative assessment
Summative assessment
Percentage
10%
60%
30%
Types of Assignments
Quiz, oral presentation
Unit (chapter) test, project
TEST will be given at the end of each unit topic
QUIZZES will be given throughout each unit topic on a regular basis. Some quizzes are not announced.
HOMEWORK will be assigned daily. Homework is due the next day of class. Homework will be graded.
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily practice homework,
activities and a worksheet during classes. Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely
important. If you are absent, you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for the unexcused
absences or tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior includes
respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food nor drinks are allowed in class. No
bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phone are not allowed in class and will be confiscated
and turned into security.
Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task/
assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher
determines that the student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment, the
teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)
Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines but they may change based on
students’ progress. Teachers are expected to separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase
opportunities for students to complete assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due
date and deadline are the same. It is recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and
deadline may be the same to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
Retake/Reassessment Policy: Only ONE reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment. Unit tests, final projects and/or reports, or other culminating activities under summative
assessment may not be reassessed. Students must arrange a time with me to come in for re-teaching
which is required before any retaking/reassessment is given. For free tutoring, contact me in advance.
Tutoring can be arranged on the days that the after school activity bus is available.
Assignment/Make Up Policy
Students have a responsibility and are expected to make up missed work, regardless of the legal status of
their absence. If the absence is excused or is a result of a suspension, the teacher will help a student make
up work. If the absence is unexcused, the teacher does not have to help a student make up the work
missed, give a retest, or give an extension on work that was due. Even though the teacher does not have to
help a student make up missed work, the student still has to make up the work so the student can complete
the rest of the course. For unexcused absences, teachers may deny credit for missed assignments or
assessments, in accordance with the process approved by the principal and the leadership team. (MCPS
Student handbook)
THEME
TOPIC
Unit 1
La Famiglia/Family
Exchange basic information about family members, self and others.
Interpret description of family members
Interpret personal data on forms including physical descriptions.
Unit 2
La Casa/ Home
Information about homes, rooms and furniture
Unit 3
Abbigliamento e Negozi/ Clothing and Stores
Clothing, stores and shopping
Unit 4
Viaggiare/Travel
Community, places, means of transportation, travel
CULTURAL ASPECTS OF EACH THEME WILL BE INTRODUCED.
1)In
additioin to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following MYP Criteria:
CRITERION A ORAL COMMUNICATION
CRITERION B INTERPRETING VISUAL TEXT
CRITERION C COMPREHENDING WRITTEN TEXT
CRITERION D COMMUNICATING IN WRITING
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8
Italian 2 A
Springbrook High School
Course Information: 2015-2016
Olga M. Skeem
Room E-117
Email: Olga_M_Skeem@mcpsmd.org
Office hrs: lunch and
Tue – Thu: 2:30-3:00 by appointment
Course Description: 1st year Italian language and culture. The course covers all topics that are include in
the Montgomery County Foreign Language Curriculum Blueprint for Italian language.
Course Goals: To get an appreciation for the language and culture of Italy and to be able to exchange
basic personal information in this F.L.
Expected Student Learning Outcomes
For all 9th and 10th grade IB MYP courses include the course objectives and criterion1)
Required Texts: Prego! An invitation to Italian. 6th edition. Lazzarino, Peccianti, Aski and Dini
Required Supplies/Materials: pencils, a dedicated notebook, index cards, color pencils, 3 highlighters
(yellow), and eraser. Daily computer access from home.
Guidelines for Grading:
Category
Homework/classwork
Formative assessment
Summative assessment
Percentage
10%
60%
30%
Types of Assignments
Quiz, oral presentation
Unit (chapter) test, project
TEST will be given at the end of each unit topic
QUIZZES will be given throughout each unit topic on a regular basis. Some quizzes are not announced.
HOMEWORK will be assigned daily. Homework is due the next day of class. Homework will be graded.
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily practice homework,
activities and a worksheet during classes. Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely
important. If you are absent, you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for the unexcused
absences or tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior includes
respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food nor drinks are allowed in class. No
bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phone are not allowed in class and will be confiscated
and turned into security.
Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task/
assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher
determines that the student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment, the
teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)
Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines but they may change based on
students’ progress. Teachers are expected to separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase
opportunities for students to complete assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due
date and deadline are the same. It is recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and
deadline may be the same to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
Retake/Reassessment Policy: Only ONE reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment. Unit tests, final projects and/or reports, or other culminating activities under summative
assessment may not be reassessed. Students must arrange a time with me to come in for re-teaching
which is required before any retaking/reassessment is given. For free tutoring, contact me in advance.
Tutoring can be arranged on the days that the after school activity bus is available.
Assignment/Make Up Policy
Students have a responsibility and are expected to make up missed work, regardless of the legal status of
their absence. If the absence is excused or is a result of a suspension, the teacher will help a student make
up work. If the absence is unexcused, the teacher does not have to help a student make up the work
missed, give a retest, or give an extension on work that was due. Even though the teacher does not have to
help a student make up missed work, the student still has to make up the work so the student can complete
the rest of the course. For unexcused absences, teachers may deny credit for missed assignments or
assessments, in accordance with the process approved by the principal and the leadership team. (MCPS
Student handbook)
THEME
TOPIC
Unit 1
Il mio mondo/ My World
Chi sono io? / Who Am I
Responsabilita`/Chores
Unit 2
La Scuola/ School life
La routine
Unit 3
Facciamo le spese/ Shopping
Unit 4
La Comunità
GRAMMAR AND CULTURAL ASPECTS OF EACH THEME WILL BE INTRODUCED.
1)In
additioin to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following MYP Criteria:
CRITERION A ORAL COMMUNICATION
CRITERION B INTERPRETING VISUAL TEXT
CRITERION C COMPREHENDING WRITTEN TEXT
CRITERION D COMMUNICATING IN WRITING
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8
Italian 2 B
Springbrook High School
Course Information: 2015-2016
Olga M. Skeem
Room E-117
Email: Olga_M_Skeem@mcpsmd.org
Office hrs: lunch and
Tue – Thu: 2:30-3:00 by appointment
Course Description: 1st year Italian language and culture. The course covers all topics that are include in
the Montgomery County Foreign Language Curriculum Blueprint for Italian language.
Course Goals: To get an appreciation for the language and culture of Italy and to be able to exchange
basic personal information in this F.L.
Expected Student Learning Outcomes
For all 9th and 10th grade IB MYP courses include the course objectives and criterion1)
Required Texts: Prego! An invitation to Italian. 6th edition. Lazzarino, Peccianti, Aski and Dini
Required Supplies/Materials: pencils, a dedicated notebook, index cards, color pencils, 3 highlighters
(yellow), and eraser. Daily computer access from home.
Guidelines for Grading:
Category
Homework/classwork
Formative assessment
Summative assessment
Percentage
10%
60%
30%
Types of Assignments
Quiz, oral presentation
Unit (chapter) test, project
TEST will be given at the end of each unit topic
QUIZZES will be given throughout each unit topic on a regular basis. Some quizzes are not announced.
HOMEWORK will be assigned daily. Homework is due the next day of class. Homework will be graded.
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily practice homework,
activities and a worksheet during classes. Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely
important. If you are absent, you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for the unexcused
absences or tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior includes
respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food nor drinks are allowed in class. No
bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phone are not allowed in class and will be confiscated
and turned into security.
Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task/
assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher
determines that the student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment, the
teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)
Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines but they may change based on
students’ progress. Teachers are expected to separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase
opportunities for students to complete assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due
date and deadline are the same. It is recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and
deadline may be the same to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
Retake/Reassessment Policy: Only ONE reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment. Unit tests, final projects and/or reports, or other culminating activities under summative
assessment may not be reassessed. Students must arrange a time with me to come in for re-teaching
which is required before any retaking/reassessment is given. For free tutoring, contact me in advance.
Tutoring can be arranged on the days that the after school activity bus is available.
Assignment/Make Up Policy
Students have a responsibility and are expected to make up missed work, regardless of the legal status of
their absence. If the absence is excused or is a result of a suspension, the teacher will help a student make
up work. If the absence is unexcused, the teacher does not have to help a student make up the work
missed, give a retest, or give an extension on work that was due. Even though the teacher does not have to
help a student make up missed work, the student still has to make up the work so the student can complete
the rest of the course. For unexcused absences, teachers may deny credit for missed assignments or
assessments, in accordance with the process approved by the principal and the leadership team. (MCPS
Student handbook)
THEME
TOPIC
Unit 1
Il mio mondo/ My World
Unit 2
Ricordi ed esperienze / Memories and Experiences
Quando ero giovane
La mia salute
Unit 3
In giro/ Going Places
Un viaggio indimenticabile
Unit 4
Calamità naturali ed emergenze/Natural Disasters
GRAMMAR AND CULTURAL ASPECTS OF EACH THEME WILL BE INTRODUCED.
1)In
additioin to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following MYP Criteria:
CRITERION A ORAL COMMUNICATION
CRITERION B INTERPRETING VISUAL TEXT
CRITERION C COMPREHENDING WRITTEN TEXT
CRITERION D COMMUNICATING IN WRITING
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8
Italian 3 A
Springbrook High School
Course Information: 2015-2016
Olga M. Skeem
Room E-117
Email: Olga_M_Skeem@mcpsmd.org
Office hrs: lunch and
Tue – Thu: 2:30-3:00 by appointment
Course Description: 1st year Italian language and culture. The course covers all topics that are include in
the Montgomery County Foreign Language Curriculum Blueprint for Italian language.
Course Goals: To get an appreciation for the language and culture of Italy and to be able to exchange
basic personal information in this F.L.
Expected Student Learning Outcomes
For all 9th and 10th grade IB MYP courses include the course objectives and criterion1)
Required Texts: Prego! An invitation to Italian. 6th edition. Lazzarino, Peccianti, Aski and Dini
Required Supplies/Materials: pencils, a dedicated notebook, index cards, color pencils, 3 highlighters
(yellow), and eraser. Daily computer access from home.
Guidelines for Grading:
Category
Homework/classwork
Formative assessment
Summative assessment
Percentage
10%
60%
30%
Types of Assignments
Quiz, oral presentation
Unit (chapter) test, project
TEST will be given at the end of each unit topic
QUIZZES will be given throughout each unit topic on a regular basis. Some quizzes are not announced.
HOMEWORK will be assigned daily. Homework is due the next day of class. Homework will be graded.
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily practice homework,
activities and a worksheet during classes. Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely
important. If you are absent, you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for the unexcused
absences or tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior includes
respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food nor drinks are allowed in class. No
bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phone are not allowed in class and will be confiscated
and turned into security.
Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task/
assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher
determines that the student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment, the
teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)
Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines but they may change based on
students’ progress. Teachers are expected to separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase
opportunities for students to complete assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due
date and deadline are the same. It is recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and
deadline may be the same to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
Retake/Reassessment Policy: Only ONE reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment. Unit tests, final projects and/or reports, or other culminating activities under summative
assessment may not be reassessed. Students must arrange a time with me to come in for re-teaching
which is required before any retaking/reassessment is given. For free tutoring, contact me in advance.
Tutoring can be arranged on the days that the after school activity bus is available.
Assignment/Make Up Policy
Students have a responsibility and are expected to make up missed work, regardless of the legal status of
their absence. If the absence is excused or is a result of a suspension, the teacher will help a student make
up work. If the absence is unexcused, the teacher does not have to help a student make up the work
missed, give a retest, or give an extension on work that was due. Even though the teacher does not have to
help a student make up missed work, the student still has to make up the work so the student can complete
the rest of the course. For unexcused absences, teachers may deny credit for missed assignments or
assessments, in accordance with the process approved by the principal and the leadership team. (MCPS
Student handbook)
THEME
TOPIC
Unit 6
La mia vita/ My Life
A Typical Day
Unit 7
Il tempo libero / My Leasure Time
My Free Time
Unit 8
La qualità della vita/ Quality of Life
Wellness
Unit 9
Il mondo intorno a me/ The World Around Me.
My Interests
GRAMMAR AND CULTURAL ASPECTS OF EACH THEME WILL BE INTRODUCED.
1)In
additioin to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following MYP Criteria:
CRITERION A ORAL COMMUNICATION
CRITERION B INTERPRETING VISUAL TEXT
CRITERION C COMPREHENDING WRITTEN TEXT
CRITERION D COMMUNICATING IN WRITING
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8
Italian 3 B
Springbrook High School
Course Information: 2015-2016
Olga M. Skeem
Room E-117
Email: Olga_M_Skeem@mcpsmd.org
Office hrs: lunch and
Tue – Thu: 2:30-3:00 by appointment
Course Description: 1st year Italian language and culture. The course covers all topics that are include in
the Montgomery County Foreign Language Curriculum Blueprint for Italian language.
Course Goals: To get an appreciation for the language and culture of Italy and to be able to exchange
basic personal information in this F.L.
Expected Student Learning Outcomes
For all 9th and 10th grade IB MYP courses include the course objectives and criterion1)
Required Texts: Prego! An invitation to Italian. 6th edition. Lazzarino, Peccianti, Aski and Dini
Required Supplies/Materials: pencils, a dedicated notebook, index cards, color pencils, 3 highlighters
(yellow), and eraser. Daily computer access from home.
Guidelines for Grading:
Category
Homework/classwork
Formative assessment
Summative assessment
Percentage
10%
60%
30%
Types of Assignments
Quiz, oral presentation
Unit (chapter) test, project
TEST will be given at the end of each unit topic
QUIZZES will be given throughout each unit topic on a regular basis. Some quizzes are not announced.
HOMEWORK will be assigned daily. Homework is due the next day of class. Homework will be graded.
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily practice homework,
activities and a worksheet during classes. Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely
important. If you are absent, you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for the unexcused
absences or tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior includes
respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food nor drinks are allowed in class. No
bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phone are not allowed in class and will be confiscated
and turned into security.
Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task/
assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher
determines that the student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment, the
teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)
Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines but they may change based on
students’ progress. Teachers are expected to separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase
opportunities for students to complete assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due
date and deadline are the same. It is recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and
deadline may be the same to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
Retake/Reassessment Policy: Only ONE reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment. Unit tests, final projects and/or reports, or other culminating activities under summative
assessment may not be reassessed. Students must arrange a time with me to come in for re-teaching
which is required before any retaking/reassessment is given. For free tutoring, contact me in advance.
Tutoring can be arranged on the days that the after school activity bus is available.
Assignment/Make Up Policy
Students have a responsibility and are expected to make up missed work, regardless of the legal status of
their absence. If the absence is excused or is a result of a suspension, the teacher will help a student make
up work. If the absence is unexcused, the teacher does not have to help a student make up the work
missed, give a retest, or give an extension on work that was due. Even though the teacher does not have to
help a student make up missed work, the student still has to make up the work so the student can complete
the rest of the course. For unexcused absences, teachers may deny credit for missed assignments or
assessments, in accordance with the process approved by the principal and the leadership team. (MCPS
Student handbook)
THEME
TOPIC
Unit 1
Il tempo libero / My Leasure Time
Friendship and Traditions
Unit 2
La mia vita/ My Life
Rights and Responsibilities
Unit 3
La qualità della vita/ Quality of Life
Our Planet and Environment
Unit 4
Il mondo intorno a me/ The World Around Me
Working and Volunteering
GRAMMAR AND CULTURAL ASPECTS OF EACH THEME WILL BE INTRODUCED.
1)In
additioin to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following MYP Criteria:
CRITERION A ORAL COMMUNICATION
CRITERION B INTERPRETING VISUAL TEXT
CRITERION C COMPREHENDING WRITTEN TEXT
CRITERION D COMMUNICATING IN WRITING
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8
SPANISH 3A Syllabus
Al aire libre /
Outdoors
Unit 1:
Pg. 20 – 61
8/31—9/30
Las bellas artes
/ Fine arts
Unit 2:
Pg. 62 - 107
10/1—10/30
At the end of
each unit there
will be a Unit
Test.
*Communicate about camping
experiences, outdoor vacations,
and competitive events using the
present and past tense.
*Identify some famous Spanishspeaking people, national parks
and landmarks in Spanishspeaking countries and compare
them to those in the U.S.
*Identify popular competitions in
Spanish-speaking countries and
compare them to those in the U.S.
*Describe and express opinions
about works of art using the
present and past tense.
*Identify some famous artists
from Spanish-speaking countries.
*Identify famous works of art,
music, dances, films, and plays
from Spanish-speaking countries
and compare them to the U.S.
Number 2 pencils required
for the tests.
El bienestar /
Well-being
Unit 3:
Pg. 108 - 153
*Communicate about nutrition, physical and
mental health.
*Describe symptoms and give advice using
the subjunctive tense.
*Identify health practice and natural remedies
in Spanish-speaking countries and compare
them to those in the U.S.
11/3—12/4
La Amistad /
Friendship
Unit 4:
Pg. 108 - 151
12/7—1/8
*All dates
subject to
change due to
school closings
or curriculum
adjustments
*Communicate about relationships with
friends and family, their personality traits, and
conflict resolution.
*Communicate about emotions and behaviors
using the subjunctive tense.
*Identify family practices and celebrations in
Spanish-speaking countries and compare them
to those in the U.S.
Winter Break: 12/24/15-01/01/16
Oral Exams: 1/11—1/14
Exams begin: 1/15-1/22
GRADING SYSTEM:
Formative Assessments (including quizzes,
60%
classwork, etc.)
Summative Assessments* (including
30%
projects, unit tests, presentations, essays, etc.)
Homework for Practice/Completion
10%
*Summative assessments are cumulative and may not be re-assessed.
 Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no
lower than 50% to the task/ assessment. If a student does no work on the
task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher determines that the
student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment,
the teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)
 Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines.
Teachers are expected to separate the due date from the deadline in order to
increase opportunities for students to complete assignments; however, there
may be some exceptions when the due date and deadline are the same. It is
recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and deadline
may be the same to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
 Retake/Reassessment Policy
Reteaching occurs when the teacher or student determines that students are
not meeting learning goals. Reassessment opportunities are identified by the
teacher before the original task/assessment and occur within an instructional
unit. A minimum of one reassessment opportunity is offered per unit. Unit
tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under
summative assessments may not be reassessed. (Please see the MCPS
Grading and Reporting Policy on the MCPS website for more detailed
information.)
Students should arrange a time to come in for reteaching which is required
before any reassessment is given. In addition, tutoring is available by students
in the Spanish Honor Society.
As an IB school, we will report student progress using the following criteria.
Language Acquisition (World Languages) Criteria
The purpose of reporting MYP levels of achievement is to communicate students’ progress towards the achievement of
the MYP objectives in each subject area. The MYP objectives are the key learning areas in Language Acquisition (world
language) on which students will be assessed. The MYP criteria are:
Criterion
Learning Objectives
Criterion A
Communicating in oral
form
Interpreting visual text
Comprehending written
text
Communicating in
written form
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Max Rubric
Score
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, teachers will also report students’ levels of achievement on the MYP
Objectives as an unweighted assignment. Students and parents will receive a Progress Report at the end of each semester,
which will document students’ achievement in each of the subjects in which he or she is enrolled.
SPANISH 3B Syllabus
El trabajo y el
voluntariado/
Working &
Volunteering
Unit 5:
Pg. 204 – 245
1/26—2/19
El porvenir /
The future
Unit 6:
Pg. 250 - 291
2/22—3/23
At the end of
each unit there
will be a Unit
Test.
*Communicate about past and
present work and volunteer
opportunities in the community.
*Communicate about knowledge,
skills, and personality traits
needed for work and volunteering.
*Identify some famous Spanishspeaking people who have made
contributions to communities.
*Identify teenage work and
volunteer opportunities in
Spanish-speaking countries and
compare them to those in the U.S.
Los misterios /
Mysteries
*Communicate about past,
present, and future work and
technology. Describe
education/training needed to
pursue careers.
*Describe future career plans.
*Identify the impact of
technology, common career paths,
and training and educational
options in Spanish-speaking
countries and compare them to the
U.S.
Nuestro
planeta / Our
planet
Number 2 pencils required
for the tests.
*All dates
subject to
change due to
school closings
or curriculum
adjustments
Unit 7:
Pg. 296 - 337
4/4—4/29
Unit 9:
Pg. 388 - 429
5/2—6/3
*Communicate about archeological
discoveries, myths and/or legends.
*Describe mysterious objects/events.
*Identify myths/legends from Spanishspeaking countries and compare them to those
from the U.S.
*Identify archeological structures or artifacts
from past civilizations in Spanish-speaking
countries and compare them to those in the
U.S.
*Communicate about environmental issues.
*Communicate about solutions for helping the
environment.
*Describe causes and effects of pollution.
*Identify environmental practices in Spanishspeaking countries and compare them to those
in the U.S.
*Identify endangered species typical to
Spanish-speaking countries and compare them
to those in the U.S.
Winter Break: 03/25/16-04/01/16
Oral Exams: 6/6—6/10
Exams begin: 6/13-6/17
GRADING SYSTEM:
Formative Assessments (including quizzes,
60%
classwork, etc.)
Summative Assessments* (including
30%
projects, unit tests, presentations, essays, etc.)
Homework for Practice/Completion
10%
*Summative assessments are cumulative and may not be re-assessed.
 Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than
50% to the task/ assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher
will assign a zero. If a teacher determines that the student did not attempt to meet the
basic requirements of the task/assessment, the teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)
 Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines. Teachers are
expected to separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase opportunities for
students to complete assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due
date and deadline are the same. It is recognized that for daily homework assignments the
due date and deadline may be the same to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
 Retake/Reassessment Policy
Reteaching occurs when the teacher or student determines that students are not meeting
learning goals. Reassessment opportunities are identified by the teacher before the
original task/assessment and occur within an instructional unit. A minimum of one
reassessment opportunity is offered per unit. Unit tests, final projects or reports, and
other culminating activities under summative assessments may not be reassessed. (Please
see the MCPS Grading and Reporting Policy on the MCPS website for more detailed
information.)
Students should arrange a time to come in for reteaching which is required before any
reassessment is given. In addition, tutoring is available by students in the Spanish Honor
Society.
As an IB school, we will report student progress using the following criteria.
Language Acquisition (World Languages) Criteria
The purpose of reporting MYP levels of achievement is to communicate students’ progress towards the achievement of
the MYP objectives in each subject area. The MYP objectives are the key learning areas in Language Acquisition (world
language) on which students will be assessed. The MYP criteria are:
Criterion
Learning Objectives
Criterion A
Communicating in oral
form
Interpreting visual text
Comprehending written
text
Communicating in
written form
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Max Rubric
Score
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, teachers will also report students’ levels of achievement on the MYP
Objectives as an unweighted assignment. Students and parents will receive a Progress Report at the end of each semester,
which will document students’ achievement in each of the subjects in which he or she is enrolled.
SPANISH 1A Syllabus
Ernesto Lara (Room E113)
Ernesto_Lara@mcpsmd.org
(301) 989-6059
Overview:
We learn Spanish….
 To communicate in a language other than English.
 To gain knowledge and understanding of other cultures.
 To develop insight into the nature of language.
 To participate in multilingual communication at home and around the world.
Units of Study:
Unit
1.
Title
¡Bienvenidos a
laclase de
español!/
Welcome to
Spanish Class!
2.
Nos
conocemos/
Getting
Acquainted
3.
La escuela /
School
4.
La comida /
Food
Concepts
• Exchange greetings in a culturally appropriate manner
• Make introductions
• Ask about things in the classroom
• Understand classroom commands
• Ask how to spell words
• Tell time
• Tell the date
• Describe basic weather conditions
• Identify the seasons
• Identify use of tú and usted
• Identify some Spanish-speaking countries
• Identify some famous Spanish speakers
• Compare ways of greeting people in Spanish-speaking countries and in the U.S
• Communicate about preferences regarding activities
• Express agreement or disagreement
• Communicate about their own personalities and those of others
• Identify some Spanish-speaking countries
• Identify some famous Spanish-speaking people
• Identify music and dances of different Spanish-speaking countries
• Identify attitudes about friendship of people in Spanish-speaking countries and
compare them to their own
• Communicate about school schedules and course preferences
• Describe their school day
• Tell time and use the 24 hour clock
• Communicate about their classroom and the location of items
• Identify some Spanish-speaking countries
• Identify courses students take in Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to
courses taken in the U.S.
• Identify attitudes about school in Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to
those in the U.S.
• Communicate about food and beverages for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Communicate about preferences for foods and beverages.
• Communicate about foods and exercise to maintain one’s health
• Identify some Spanish-speaking countries
• Identify foods and beverages from Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to
those in the U.S.
• Describe breakfast in Spanish-speaking countries and compare it to breakfast in the U.S
GRADING SYSTEM:
Formative Assessments (including quizzes,
60%
classwork, etc.)
Summative Assessments* (including projects, unit
30%
tests, presentations, essays, etc.)
Homework for Practice/Completion
10%
*Summative assessments are cumulative and may not be re-assessed.

Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task/
assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher
determines that the student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment, the
teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)

Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines. Teachers are expected to
separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase opportunities for students to complete
assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due date and deadline are the same. It is
recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and deadline may be the same to facilitate
the teaching and learning process.

Retake/Reassessment Policy
Reteaching occurs when the teacher or student determines that students are not meeting learning goals.
Reassessment opportunities are identified by the teacher before the original task/assessment and occur
within an instructional unit. A minimum of one reassessment opportunity is offered per unit. Unit
tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under summative assessments may not be
reassessed. (Please see the MCPS Grading and Reporting Policy on the MCPS website for more
detailed information.)
Students should arrange a time to come in for reteaching which is required before any reassessment is
given. In addition, tutoring is available by students in the Spanish Honor Society.
As an IB school, we will report student progress using the following criteria.
Language Acquisition (World Languages) Criteria
The purpose of reporting MYP levels of achievement is to communicate students’ progress towards the achievement of
the MYP objectives in each subject area. The MYP objectives are the key learning areas in Language Acquisition (world
language) on which students will be assessed. The MYP criteria are:
Criterion
Learning Objectives
Criterion A
Communicating in oral
form
Interpreting visual text
Comprehending written
text
Communicating in
written form
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Max Rubric
Score
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, teachers will also report students’ levels of achievement on the MYP
Objectives as an unweighted assignment. Students and parents will receive a Progress Report at the end of each semester,
which will document students’ achievement in each of the subjects in which he or she is enrolled.
Student Expectations:
1. Start Class on Time: Be in your seat when the bell rings and begin warm-up.
2. Come to class prepared: You need a pen and/or pencil, your Spanish binder, and your homework.
3. Complete assignments on time: Homework is a regular activity and you are expected to turn it in on time.
4. Attend class and actively participate: participation is essential to learning a foreign language.
5. Missed work: It is your responsibility to call and ask a friend to find out what work you missed. It is your
responsibility to arrange to make up any missing work with your teacher.
Overall:
Grades will reflect individual achievement of the MCPS Standards for a specific marking period.
SPANISH 1B Syllabus
Ernesto Lara (Room E113)
Ernesto_Lara@mcpsmd.org
(301) 989-6059
Overview:
We learn Spanish….
 To communicate in a language other than English.
 To gain knowledge and understanding of other cultures.
 To develop insight into the nature of language.
 To participate in multilingual communication at home and around the world.
Units of Study:
Unit
5.
Title
6.
Fiesta en
familia / Family
Celebrations
7.
La casa / House
8.
La ropa y las
tiendas /
Clothing and
Stores
Los
pasatiempos /
Pastimes
Concepts
• Communicate about pastimes
• Extend, accept, and decline invitations
• Communicate about places in the community
• Identify some Spanish-speaking countries
• Identify some famous Spanish-speaking people
• Identify pastimes in Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to those in the U.S.
• Ask and answer simple questions about family members
• Give physical descriptions of family members and friends
• Communicate about family celebrations and parties
• Order a meal in a restaurant
• Describe family celebrations in Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to
those in the U.S.
• Describe customs related to meals in Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to those in the U.S.
• Communicate about rooms in a house
• Give simple descriptions of bedroom furnishings and electronic equipment
• Make simple descriptions and comparisons, including colors
• Communicate about household chores
• Identify some famous Spanish-speaking people
• Identify and describe typical housing from Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to those in the
U.S.
• Communicate about shopping for clothing and accessories
• Communicate preferences and wishes
• Ask for and give information about clothing items, including prices
• Identify some famous Spanish-speaking people
• Identify some Spanish-speaking countries
• Identify and describe typical clothing items from Spanish-speaking countries and compare them to those in
the U.S.
• Identify and describe customs related to clothing and shopping in Spanish-speaking countries and compare
them to those in the U.S.
:
Formative Assessments (including quizzes,
60%
classwork, etc.)
Summative Assessments* (including projects, unit
30%
tests, presentations, essays, etc.)
Homework for Practice/Completion
10%
*Summative assessments are cumulative and may not be re-assessed.

Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task/
assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher
determines that the student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment, the
teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)

Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines. Teachers are expected to
separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase opportunities for students to complete
assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due date and deadline are the same. It is
recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and deadline may be the same to facilitate
the teaching and learning process.

Retake/Reassessment Policy
Reteaching occurs when the teacher or student determines that students are not meeting learning goals.
Reassessment opportunities are identified by the teacher before the original task/assessment and occur
within an instructional unit. A minimum of one reassessment opportunity is offered per unit. Unit
tests, final projects or reports, and other culminating activities under summative assessments may not be
reassessed. (Please see the MCPS Grading and Reporting Policy on the MCPS website for more
detailed information.)
Students should arrange a time to come in for reteaching which is required before any reassessment is
given. In addition, tutoring is available by students in the Spanish Honor Society.
As an IB school, we will report student progress using the following criteria.
Language Acquisition (World Languages) Criteria
The purpose of reporting MYP levels of achievement is to communicate students’ progress towards the achievement of
the MYP objectives in each subject area. The MYP objectives are the key learning areas in Language Acquisition (world
language) on which students will be assessed. The MYP criteria are:
Criterion
Learning Objectives
Criterion A
Communicating in oral
form
Interpreting visual text
Comprehending written
text
Communicating in
written form
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Max Rubric
Score
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
Maximum 8
In addition to using the MCPS grading policy, teachers will also report students’ levels of achievement on the MYP
Objectives as an unweighted assignment. Students and parents will receive a Progress Report at the end of each semester,
which will document students’ achievement in each of the subjects in which he or she is enrolled.
Student Expectations:
1. Start Class on Time: Be in your seat when the bell rings and begin warm-up.
2. Come to class prepared: You need a pen and/or pencil, your Spanish binder, and your homework.
3. Complete assignments on time: Homework is a regular activity and you are expected to turn it in on time.
4. Attend class and actively participate: participation is essential to learning a foreign language.
5. Missed work: It is your responsibility to call and ask a friend to find out what work you missed. It is your
responsibility to arrange to make up any missing work with your teacher.
Overall:
Grades will reflect individual achievement of the MCPS Standards for a specific marking period.
Español 1A
Springbrook High School
Course Information: 2015-2016
Olga M. Skeem
Room E-117
Email: Olga_M_Skeem@mcpsmd.org
Office hrs: lunch and
Tue – Thu: 2:30-3:00 by appointment
Course Description: 1st year Italian language and culture. The course covers all topics that are include in
the Montgomery County Foreign Language Curriculum Blueprint for Italian language.
Course Goals: To get an appreciation for the language and culture of Italy and to be able to exchange
basic personal information in this F.L.
Expected Student Learning Outcomes
For all 9th and 10th grade IB MYP courses include the course objectives and criterion1)
Required Texts: Prego! An invitation to Italian. 6th edition. Lazzarino, Peccianti, Aski and Dini
Required Supplies/Materials: pencils, a dedicated notebook, index cards, color pencils, 3 highlighters
(yellow), and eraser. Daily computer access from home.
Guidelines for Grading:
Category
Homework/classwork
Formative assessment
Summative assessment
Percentage
10%
60%
30%
Types of Assignments
Quiz, oral presentation
Unit (chapter) test, project
TEST will be given at the end of each unit topic
QUIZZES will be given throughout each unit topic on a regular basis. Some quizzes are not announced.
HOMEWORK will be assigned daily. Homework is due the next day of class. Homework will be graded.
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily practice homework,
activities and a worksheet during classes. Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely
important. If you are absent, you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for the unexcused
absences or tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior includes
respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food nor drinks are allowed in class. No
bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phone are not allowed in class and will be confiscated
and turned into security.
Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task/
assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher
determines that the student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment, the
teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)
Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines but they may change based on
students’ progress. Teachers are expected to separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase
opportunities for students to complete assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due
date and deadline are the same. It is recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and
deadline may be the same to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
Retake/Reassessment Policy: Only ONE reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment. Unit tests, final projects and/or reports, or other culminating activities under summative
assessment may not be reassessed. Students must arrange a time with me to come in for re-teaching
which is required before any retaking/reassessment is given. For free tutoring, contact me in advance.
Tutoring can be arranged on the days that the after school activity bus is available.
Assignment/Make Up Policy
Students have a responsibility and are expected to make up missed work, regardless of the legal status of
their absence. If the absence is excused or is a result of a suspension, the teacher will help a student make
up work. If the absence is unexcused, the teacher does not have to help a student make up the work
missed, give a retest, or give an extension on work that was due. Even though the teacher does not have to
help a student make up missed work, the student still has to make up the work so the student can complete
the rest of the course. For unexcused absences, teachers may deny credit for missed assignments or
assessments, in accordance with the process approved by the principal and the leadership team. (MCPS
Student handbook)
THEME
TOPIC
Unit 1
¡Bienvenidos a laclase de español!/ Welcome to Spanish Class!
Unit 2
Nos conocemos/ Getting Acquainted
Unit 3
La Scuola/ La escuela
Unit 4
La comida / Food
CULTURAL ASPECTS OF EACH THEME WILL BE INTRODUCED.
1)In
additioin to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following MYP Criteria:
CRITERION A ORAL COMMUNICATION
CRITERION B INTERPRETING VISUAL TEXT
CRITERION C COMPREHENDING WRITTEN TEXT
CRITERION D COMMUNICATING IN WRITING
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8
Español 1B
Springbrook High School
Course Information: 2015-2016
Olga M. Skeem
Room E-117
Email: Olga_M_Skeem@mcpsmd.org
Office hrs: lunch and
Tue – Thu: 2:30-3:00 by appointment
Course Description: 1st year Italian language and culture. The course covers all topics that are include in
the Montgomery County Foreign Language Curriculum Blueprint for Italian language.
Course Goals: To get an appreciation for the language and culture of Italy and to be able to exchange
basic personal information in this F.L.
Expected Student Learning Outcomes
For all 9th and 10th grade IB MYP courses include the course objectives and criterion1)
Required Texts: Prego! An invitation to Italian. 6th edition. Lazzarino, Peccianti, Aski and Dini
Required Supplies/Materials: pencils, a dedicated notebook, index cards, color pencils, 3 highlighters
(yellow), and eraser. Daily computer access from home.
Guidelines for Grading:
Category
Homework/classwork
Formative assessment
Summative assessment
Percentage
10%
60%
30%
Types of Assignments
Quiz, oral presentation
Unit (chapter) test, project
TEST will be given at the end of each unit topic
QUIZZES will be given throughout each unit topic on a regular basis. Some quizzes are not announced.
HOMEWORK will be assigned daily. Homework is due the next day of class. Homework will be graded.
Students should expect a daily quiz based on the practice homework assignment, daily practice homework,
activities and a worksheet during classes. Regular attendance and being in class on time are extremely
important. If you are absent, you will be responsible for the missing work. Consequences for the unexcused
absences or tardiness include detention, parental contact, and loss of credit. Appropriate behavior includes
respect for classmates, teachers and school property. No food nor drinks are allowed in class. No
bathroom passes (except for an emergency). Cell phone are not allowed in class and will be confiscated
and turned into security.
Z’s and 0’s: When using points or percentages, a teacher assigns a grade no lower than 50% to the task/
assessment. If a student does no work on the task/assessment, the teacher will assign a zero. If a teacher
determines that the student did not attempt to meet the basic requirements of the task/assessment, the
teacher may assign a zero.(MCPS Policy)
Due Dates/Deadlines: Teachers will establish due dates and deadlines but they may change based on
students’ progress. Teachers are expected to separate the due date from the deadline in order to increase
opportunities for students to complete assignments; however, there may be some exceptions when the due
date and deadline are the same. It is recognized that for daily homework assignments the due date and
deadline may be the same to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
Retake/Reassessment Policy: Only ONE reassessment opportunity is offered per formative
task/assessment. Unit tests, final projects and/or reports, or other culminating activities under summative
assessment may not be reassessed. Students must arrange a time with me to come in for re-teaching
which is required before any retaking/reassessment is given. For free tutoring, contact me in advance.
Tutoring can be arranged on the days that the after school activity bus is available.
Assignment/Make Up Policy
Students have a responsibility and are expected to make up missed work, regardless of the legal status of
their absence. If the absence is excused or is a result of a suspension, the teacher will help a student make
up work. If the absence is unexcused, the teacher does not have to help a student make up the work
missed, give a retest, or give an extension on work that was due. Even though the teacher does not have to
help a student make up missed work, the student still has to make up the work so the student can complete
the rest of the course. For unexcused absences, teachers may deny credit for missed assignments or
assessments, in accordance with the process approved by the principal and the leadership team. (MCPS
Student handbook)
THEME
TOPIC
Unit 1
Los pasatiempos / Pastimes
Unit 2
Fiesta en familia / Family Celebrations
Unit 3
La casa/ House & Home
Unit 4
La ropa y las tiendas / Clothing and Stores
CULTURAL ASPECTS OF EACH THEME WILL BE INTRODUCED.
1)In
additioin to using the MCPS grading policy, students will be assessed on the following MYP Criteria:
CRITERION A ORAL COMMUNICATION
CRITERION B INTERPRETING VISUAL TEXT
CRITERION C COMPREHENDING WRITTEN TEXT
CRITERION D COMMUNICATING IN WRITING
Each of the above criterion will be graded on a rubric scale of maximum 8
SCHOOL YEAR 2015-201 6
SPANISH FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS- LEVEL 1
Springbrook HS
201 Valley Brook Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Phone: (301)989-5700
Fax: 301-622-1875
Ms. Brenda A. Barrera
World Languajes Department
Room: F102
Phone: (301)989-6059
E-mail: brenda_a_barreramercado@mcpsmd.org
TheSpanishforSpanishSpeakerscourseofstudyprovidescontinuinglanguageinstructionforstudentswhohavedeveloped
proficiency in Spanish either because is their first language or is spoken extensively at home. The course is designed to
addressthespecificneedsofheritageSpanishSpeakers.Thiscourseutilizesalanguageartsapproachcomparabletothatof
English courses offered to English‐speaking students. This course gives you the opportunity to expand your knowledge in
Spanish and especially enjoy the differences between Spanish‐speaking countries. The increase mastery of language skills
expandsemploymentopportunitiesandentrytovariousacademicinstitutions.
Thiscoursewillexpandyourknowledgeofthelanguagebeyondthebasiclevel.YouwillstudySpanishformallybylearning
andpracticinggrammarstructures,analyzingreadings,writingessaysandexposingyourselftoculturesandcommunities.
Textbook:ElEspañolParaNosotros‐NivelUno.GlencoeMcGrawHill.,nivel1
CHAPTERS
 CHAPTER1:Túyyo
 CHAPTER2:Nosotros
 CHAPTER3:Cuentos
FIRSTSEMESTER



CHAPTER4:Poesía/Fiesta
CHAPTER5:Encasaoenelcafé
CHAPTER6:Elhogarylafamilia
COURSEMATERIALS
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Notebook tobesupplied Folder tobesupplied Pencilandblueorblackinkpen.
English/Spanishdictionary
Textbook: ElEspañolParaNosotros‐NivelUno.GlencoeMcGrawHill.,nivel1‐Classset
inroom;electronicaccessathome.
Internet acess– For Edline, google classroom and, electronic textbook. Students without
internetaccessathomeshouldusethecomputersintheMediaCenter.Studentsmayalso
requesttotakeatextbookhome. Pleaseseemebeforeorafterschool. Always arrive on time and be prepare with your…
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Pencil or pen
Folder
Composition notebook
School agenda
Diccionary
GRADINGPOLICY
10% HomeworkforCompletion
60% FormativeAssessments
30% SummativeAssessments
HOMEWORKFORCOMPLETION
Homeworkisreviewedinclassthedayitisdue.Itshouldbeyourown,originalwork.Latework
isacceptedonlyincaseofanexcusedabsence.Incompleteworkwillreceivepartialcredit:50%if
morethanhalfiscomplete;0%iflessthanhalfiscomplete.
FORMATIVEASSESSMENTS
Studentswillpracticegrammaticalstructuresandnewvocabularyincontextbyparticipatingin
speaking,writing,listening,andreadingactivities.Quizzeswillbegiventoassessstudent
progress.ParticipationinSpanishisrequired.
SUMMATIVEASSESSMENTS
Studentswilldemonstratemasteryofthematerialbymeansofunittests,projects,and/or
culminatingwriting/speakingassignments.
*Summativeassessmentsmaynotbere‐assessed.*
Z’sand0’s
Whenusingpointsorpercentages,ateacherassignsagradenolowerthan50%tothetask/assessment.
Ifastudentdoesnoworkonthetask/assessment,theteacherwillassignazero.Ifateacherdetermines
thatthestudentdidnotattempttomeetthebasicrequirementsofthetask/assessment,theteachermay
assignazero. MCPSPolicy DUEDATES/DEADLINES
Teacherswillestablishduedatesanddeadlines.Teachersareexpectedtoseparatetheduedatefromthe
deadlineinordertoincreaseopportunitiesforstudentstocompleteassignments;however,theremaybe
someexceptionswhentheduedateanddeadlinearethesame.Itisrecognizedthatfordailyhomework
assignmentstheduedateanddeadlinemaybethesametofacilitatetheteachingandlearningprocess.
 Eachassignmentwillhaveaduedate.Thisisthedatebywhichyouareexpectedtosubmitthe
assignment.Yourgradewilldroponelettergrade 10% ifitisnotturnedinbytheduedate.
 Thedeadlineisthelastdayanassignmentwillbeacceptedforagrade.Workthatisattempted,
withagoodfaitheffort,andturnedinbythedeadlinewillreceivenolowerthana50%.UnlessI
tellyouotherwise,thefinaldeadlineisthedateoftheunittest.
 Worknotturnedinbythedeadlinewillbeconsideredmissing.
 Missingworkwillberecordedinthegradebookasa0.
RETAKE/REASSESSMENTPOLICY
Formativeassessmentsareavailableforre‐assessmentwithteacherapproval.Theformatofthere‐
assessmentormake‐upworkmayvaryfromtheoriginalonegiventotheclass.Thestudentwillneedto
attendafterschoolorlunchtimereteachingsessionsbeforereassessing.Thegradeofthereassessmentis
thegradethatcounts.
Reteachingoccurswhentheteacherorstudentdeterminesthatstudentsarenotmeetinglearninggoals.
Reassessmentopportunitiesareidentifiedbytheteacherbeforetheoriginaltask/assessmentandoccur
withinaninstructionalunit.Aminimumofonereassessmentopportunityisofferedperunit.Unittests,
finalprojectsorreports,andotherculminatingactivitiesundersummativeassessmentsmaynotbe
reassessed. PleaseseetheMCPSGradingandReportingPolicyontheMCPSwebsiteformoredetailed
information. ASSIGNMENT/MAKE UP POLICY
Studentshavearesponsibilityandareexpectedtomakeupmissedwork,regardlessofthelegalstatusof
theirabsence.Iftheabsenceisexcusedorisaresultofasuspension,theteacherwillhelpastudentmake
upwork.Iftheabsenceisunexcused,theteacherdoesnothavetohelpastudentmakeupthework
missed,givearetest,orgiveanextensiononworkthatwasdue.Eventhoughtheteacherdoesnothave
tohelpastudentmakeupmissedwork,thestudentstillhastomakeuptheworksothestudentcancom‐
pletetherestofthecourse.Forunexcusedabsences,teachersmaydenycreditformissedassignmentsor
assessments,inaccordancewiththeprocessapprovedbytheprincipalandtheleadershipteam. MCPS
Studenthandbook Youwillhavethesamenumberofdaysasyourabsencetomakeupanyhomeworkorquizzes.Ifyouhave
prior knowledge of an absence i.e. field trip you must collect all assignments in advance. Do not
interrupt class time for this; you may meet with me before school, after school, or during lunch.
*Remember, each absence automatically generates a phone call home. Pay careful attention to the attendance
policy.
CHECKINGASSIGNMENTS/TRACKINGYOURPROGRESS
Edlineisyouronlineresourcetofindoutaboutupcomingquizzes,tests,projects,etc.Youcanalsouseit
toseeyourcurrentgradeaverageintheclass.Check your grade at least once a weekthroughouteach
markingperiod.
EXTRAHELP
Makeanappointmenttoseemeifyou’restrugglingwithagrammaticalconcept,needhelpona
writing/readingassignment,orjusthavequestions.Do not wait until the day before a test or quiz.
You may see me in room F102 on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays during lunch or after school.
MYP
As an IB school, students will be assessed against IB Middle Years Programme objectives for
Language Acquisition (World Languages).
Assessment for language acquisition in all years of the programme is criterion-related, based on four
equally weighted assessment criteria.
CRITERION
Criterion A
LEARNINGOBJECTIVE
Comprehending spoken and visual text
MAXRUBRICSCORE
Maximum 8
Criterion B
Comprehending written and visual text
Maximum 8
Criterion C
Communicating in response to spoken, written and visual text
Maximum 8
Criterion D
Using language in spoken and written form
Maximum 8
IntheMYP,subjectgroupobjectivescorrespondtoassessmentcriteria.Eachcriterionhaseightpossible
achievementlevels 0–8 ,dividedintofourbandsthatgenerallyrepresentlimited 1–2 ;adequate 3–4 ;
substantial 5–6 ;andexcellent 7–8 performance.Eachbandhasitsownuniquedescriptorthat
teachersusetomake“best‐fit”judgmentsaboutstudents’progressandachievement Language
acquisitionguide .
LanguageAcquisition WorldLanguages Objectives:
ObjectiveA:Comprehendingspokenandvisualtext
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Listenforspecificpurposesandrespondtoshowunderstanding
ii. Interpretvisualtextthatispresentedwithspokentext
iii. Engagewiththetextbysupportingopinionandpersonalresponsewithevidenceandexamplesfrom
thetext.
ObjectiveB:Comprehendingwrittenandvisualtext
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Readforspecificpurposesandrespondtoshowunderstanding
ii. Interpretvisualtextthatispresentedwithwrittentext
iii. Engagewiththetextbysupportingopinionandpersonalresponsewithevidenceandexamplesfrom
thetext.
ObjectiveC:Communicatinginresponsetospoken,writtenandvisualtext
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Interactandcommunicateinvarioussituations
ii. Expressthoughts,feelings,ideas,opinionsandinformationinspokenandwrittenform
iii. Speakandwriteforspecificpurposes
ObjectiveD:Usinglanguageinspokenandwrittenform
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Organizethoughts,feelings,ideas,opinionsandinformationinspokenandwrittenform
ii. Developaccuracywhenspeakingandwritinginthetargetlanguage
InadditiontousingtheMCPSgradingpolicy,teacherswillalsoreportstudents’levelsofachievementon
theMYPObjectivesasanunweightedassignment.StudentsandparentswillreceiveaProgressReportat
theendofeachsemester,whichwilldocumentstudents’achievementineachofthesubjectsinwhichhe
orsheisenrolled.ThepurposeofreportingMYPlevelsofachievementistocommunicatestudents’
progresstowardstheachievementoftheMYPobjectivesineachsubjectarea.
Inordertocreateapositivelearningenvironment:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
Arrive on time, take your notebook and folder and, sit immediately.
If you're late sign in the tardy log. The consequences are outlined in the student handbook.
Bring the necessary materials: homework, pens, pencils, text etc.
Turn in your classwork/homework/projects on time.
Listen to all instructions before beginning any activity or assignment.
Respect the privacy of your teacher’s desk and materials as well as personal property of other
classmates.
Avoid inappropriate language at all times. I have zero tolerance for foul language.
You will be excused to leave the classroom only if a written excuse is provided and, always leave with
a pass. No passes will be given during the first 10 minutes of class or the last 10 minutes of instruction.
We are all responsible for taking care of desks and other classroom equipment.
Eating, drinking (except water) and chewing gum are not allowed in the classroom.
Cellphones/tablets/ iPods, or any other electronic devices are not allowed in the classroom, unless you
are given permission for learning purposes. This item will be confiscated and handed over to security.
Exclusive use of SPANISH in the classroom. Students will participate actively in all speaking, reading,
writing, and listening activities
The rules and regulations defined in Springbrook High School’s discipline policy apply to every student in
this classroom. Failure to abide by school rules will result in disciplinary action. Depending on the severity of
the offense, you will receive a warning, a call home to your parent or guardian, lunch or after school detention,
or a referral to your administrator. Violation of academic standards will result in loss of credit for the
assignment and referral to your administrator.
SPANISHFORSPANISHSPEAKERS‐LEVEL1
2015‐2016
Ms. Brenda A. Barrera
Ihavereadandunderstoodalltheexpectationstobesuccessfulin
SpanishforSpanishSpeakers
Level1
Ifeelqualifiedtomeettheexpectationsandrulesoftheclass,includingexclusiveuseofSpanishinthe
classroom.
Studentname_________________________________ID#________________________
Period:__________________
_______________________________________________________________________
StudentsignatureDateParent/tutorsignatureDate
EFFECTIVE EFFORT AND HARD WORK WILL MAKE YOU SUCCEED!
SCHOOL YEAR 2015-201 6
SPANISH FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS- LEVEL 1
Springbrook HS
201 Valley Brook Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Phone: (301)989-5700
Fax: 301-622-1875
Ms. Brenda A. Barrera
World Languajes Department
Room: F102
Phone: (301)989-6059
E-mail: brenda_a_barreramercado@mcpsmd.org
The Spanish for Spanish Speakers course of study provides continuing language instruction for students who have
developed proficiency in Spanish either because is their first language or is spoken extensively at home. The course is
designed to address the specific needs of heritage Spanish Speakers. This course utilizes a language arts approach
comparable to that of English courses offered to English‐speaking students. This course gives you the opportunity to
expandyourknowledgeinSpanishandespeciallyenjoythedifferencesbetweenSpanish‐speakingcountries.Theincrease
masteryoflanguageskillsexpandsemploymentopportunitiesandentrytovariousacademicinstitutions.
Thiscoursewillexpandyourknowledgeofthelanguagebeyondthebasiclevel.YouwillstudySpanishformallyby
learningandpracticinggrammarstructures,analyzingreadings,writingessaysandexposingyourselftoculturesand
communities.
Textbook:ElEspañolParaNosotros‐NivelUno.GlencoeMcGrawHill.,nivel1
SECONDSEMESTER
CHAPTERS
 CHAPTER7:Atletasydeportes
 CHAPTER10:Arteymúsica
 CHAPTER8:México
 CHAPTER11:Tierrayaventura
 CHAPTER9:Veranooinvierno
 CHAPTER12:Leyendayvida
COURSEMATERIALS






Notebook tobesupplied Folder tobesupplied Pencilandblueorblackinkpen.
English/Spanishdictionary
Textbook: ElEspañolParaNosotros‐NivelUno.GlencoeMcGrawHill.,nivel1‐Class
setinroom;electronicaccessathome.
Internet acess– For Edline, google classroom and, electronic textbook. Students
withoutinternetaccessathomeshouldusethecomputersintheMediaCenter.Students
mayalsorequesttotakeatextbookhome. Pleaseseemebeforeorafterschool. Always arrive on time and be prepare with your…





Pencil or pen
Folder
Composition notebook
School agenda
Diccionary
GRADINGPOLICY
10% HomeworkforCompletion
60% FormativeAssessments
30% SummativeAssessments
HOMEWORKFORCOMPLETION
Homeworkisreviewedinclassthedayitisdue.Itshouldbeyourown,originalwork.Late
workisacceptedonlyincaseofanexcusedabsence.Incompleteworkwillreceivepartial
credit:50%ifmorethanhalfiscomplete;0%iflessthanhalfiscomplete.
FORMATIVEASSESSMENTS
Studentswillpracticegrammaticalstructuresandnewvocabularyincontextbyparticipating
inspeaking,writing,listening,andreadingactivities.Quizzeswillbegiventoassessstudent
progress.ParticipationinSpanishisrequired.
SUMMATIVEASSESSMENTS
Studentswilldemonstratemasteryofthematerialbymeansofunittests,projects,and/or
culminatingwriting/speakingassignments.
*Summativeassessmentsmaynotbere‐assessed.*
Z’sand0’s
Whenusingpointsorpercentages,ateacherassignsagradenolowerthan50%tothetask/
assessment.Ifastudentdoesnoworkonthetask/assessment,theteacherwillassignazero.Ifa
teacherdeterminesthatthestudentdidnotattempttomeetthebasicrequirementsofthe
task/assessment,theteachermayassignazero. MCPSPolicy DUEDATES/DEADLINES
Teacherswillestablishduedatesanddeadlines.Teachersareexpectedtoseparatetheduedatefrom
thedeadlineinordertoincreaseopportunitiesforstudentstocompleteassignments;however,there
maybesomeexceptionswhentheduedateanddeadlinearethesame.Itisrecognizedthatfordaily
homeworkassignmentstheduedateanddeadlinemaybethesametofacilitatetheteachingand
learningprocess.
 Eachassignmentwillhaveaduedate.Thisisthedatebywhichyouareexpectedtosubmitthe
assignment.Yourgradewilldroponelettergrade 10% ifitisnotturnedinbytheduedate.
 Thedeadlineisthelastdayanassignmentwillbeacceptedforagrade.Workthatisattempted,
withagoodfaitheffort,andturnedinbythedeadlinewillreceivenolowerthana50%.Unless
Itellyouotherwise,thefinaldeadlineisthedateoftheunittest.
 Worknotturnedinbythedeadlinewillbeconsideredmissing.
 Missingworkwillberecordedinthegradebookasa0.
RETAKE/REASSESSMENTPOLICY
Formativeassessmentsareavailableforre‐assessmentwithteacherapproval.Theformatofthere‐
assessmentormake‐upworkmayvaryfromtheoriginalonegiventotheclass.Thestudentwillneed
toattendafterschoolorlunchtimereteachingsessionsbeforereassessing.Thegradeofthe
reassessmentisthegradethatcounts.
Reteachingoccurswhentheteacherorstudentdeterminesthatstudentsarenotmeetinglearning
goals.Reassessmentopportunitiesareidentifiedbytheteacherbeforetheoriginaltask/assessment
andoccurwithinaninstructionalunit.Aminimumofonereassessmentopportunityisofferedper
unit.Unittests,finalprojectsorreports,andotherculminatingactivitiesundersummative
assessmentsmaynotbereassessed. PleaseseetheMCPSGradingandReportingPolicyontheMCPS
websiteformoredetailedinformation. ASSIGNMENT/MAKE UP POLICY
Studentshavearesponsibilityandareexpectedtomakeupmissedwork,regardlessofthelegal
statusoftheirabsence.Iftheabsenceisexcusedorisaresultofasuspension,theteacherwillhelpa
studentmakeupwork.Iftheabsenceisunexcused,theteacherdoesnothavetohelpastudentmake
uptheworkmissed,givearetest,orgiveanextensiononworkthatwasdue.Eventhoughtheteacher
doesnothavetohelpastudentmakeupmissedwork,thestudentstillhastomakeuptheworksothe
studentcancompletetherestofthecourse.Forunexcusedabsences,teachersmaydenycreditfor
missedassignmentsorassessments,inaccordancewiththeprocessapprovedbytheprincipaland
theleadershipteam. MCPSStudenthandbook Youwillhavethesamenumberofdaysasyourabsencetomakeupanyhomeworkorquizzes.Ifyou
havepriorknowledgeofanabsence i.e.fieldtrip youmustcollectallassignmentsinadvance.Do
notinterruptclasstimeforthis;youmaymeetwithmebeforeschool,afterschool,orduringlunch.
*Remember, each absence automatically generates a phone call home. Pay careful attention to the
attendance policy.
CHECKINGASSIGNMENTS/TRACKINGYOURPROGRESS
Edlineisyouronlineresourcetofindoutaboutupcomingquizzes,tests,projects,etc.Youcanalsouse
ittoseeyourcurrentgradeaverageintheclass.Check your grade at least once a weekthroughout
eachmarkingperiod.
EXTRAHELP
Makeanappointmenttoseemeifyou’restrugglingwithagrammaticalconcept,needhelpona
writing/readingassignment,orjusthavequestions.Do not wait until the day before a test or quiz.
You may see me in room F102 on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays during lunch or after school.
MYP
As an IB school, students will be assessed against IB Middle Years Programme objectives for
Language Acquisition (World Languages).
Assessment for language acquisition in all years of the programme is criterion-related, based on
four equally weighted assessment criteria.
CRITERION
Criterion A
LEARNINGOBJECTIVE
Comprehending spoken and visual text
MAXRUBRICSCORE
Maximum 8
Criterion B
Comprehending written and visual text
Maximum 8
Criterion C
Communicating in response to spoken, written and visual text
Maximum 8
Criterion D
Using language in spoken and written form
Maximum 8
IntheMYP,subjectgroupobjectivescorrespondtoassessmentcriteria.Eachcriterionhaseight
possibleachievementlevels 0–8 ,dividedintofourbandsthatgenerallyrepresentlimited 1–2 ;
adequate 3–4 ;substantial 5–6 ;andexcellent 7–8 performance.Eachbandhasitsownunique
descriptorthatteachersusetomake“best‐fit”judgmentsaboutstudents’progressandachievement
Languageacquisitionguide .
LanguageAcquisition WorldLanguages Objectives:
ObjectiveA:Comprehendingspokenandvisualtext
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Listenforspecificpurposesandrespondtoshowunderstanding
ii. Interpretvisualtextthatispresentedwithspokentext
iii. Engagewiththetextbysupportingopinionandpersonalresponsewithevidenceandexamplesfrom
thetext.
ObjectiveB:Comprehendingwrittenandvisualtext
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Readforspecificpurposesandrespondtoshowunderstanding
ii. Interpretvisualtextthatispresentedwithwrittentext
iii. Engagewiththetextbysupportingopinionandpersonalresponsewithevidenceandexamplesfrom
thetext.
ObjectiveC:Communicatinginresponsetospoken,writtenandvisualtext
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Interactandcommunicateinvarioussituations
ii. Expressthoughts,feelings,ideas,opinionsandinformationinspokenandwrittenform
iii. Speakandwriteforspecificpurposes
ObjectiveD:Usinglanguageinspokenandwrittenform
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Organizethoughts,feelings,ideas,opinionsandinformationinspokenandwrittenform
ii. Developaccuracywhenspeakingandwritinginthetargetlanguage
InadditiontousingtheMCPSgradingpolicy,teacherswillalsoreportstudents’levelsofachievement
ontheMYPObjectivesasanunweightedassignment.StudentsandparentswillreceiveaProgress
Reportattheendofeachsemester,whichwilldocumentstudents’achievementineachofthe
subjectsinwhichheorsheisenrolled.ThepurposeofreportingMYPlevelsofachievementisto
communicatestudents’progresstowardstheachievementoftheMYPobjectivesineachsubjectarea.
Inordertocreateapositivelearningenvironment:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
Arrive on time, take your notebook and folder and, sit immediately.
If you're late sign in the tardy log. The consequences are outlined in the student handbook.
Bring the necessary materials: homework, pens, pencils, text etc.
Turn in your classwork/homework/projects on time.
Listen to all instructions before beginning any activity or assignment.
Respect the privacy of your teacher’s desk and materials as well as personal property of other
classmates.
Avoid inappropriate language at all times. I have zero tolerance for foul language.
You will be excused to leave the classroom only if a written excuse is provided and, always leave
with a pass. No passes will be given during the first 10 minutes of class or the last 10 minutes of instruction.
We are all responsible for taking care of desks and other classroom equipment.
Eating, drinking (except water) and chewing gum are not allowed in the classroom.
Cellphones/tablets/ iPods, or any other electronic devices are not allowed in the classroom, unless
you are given permission for learning purposes. This item will be confiscated and handed over to
security.
Exclusive use of SPANISH in the classroom. Students will participate actively in all speaking,
reading, writing, and listening activities
The rules and regulations defined in Springbrook High School’s discipline policy apply to every
student in this classroom. Failure to abide by school rules will result in disciplinary action. Depending on
the severity of the offense, you will receive a warning, a call home to your parent or guardian, lunch or
after school detention, or a referral to your administrator. Violation of academic standards will result in
loss of credit for the assignment and referral to your administrator.
SPANISHFORSPANISHSPEAKERS‐LEVEL1
2015‐2016
Ms. Brenda A. Barrera
Ihavereadandunderstoodalltheexpectationstobesuccessfulin
SpanishforSpanishSpeakers
Level1
Ifeelqualifiedtomeettheexpectationsandrulesoftheclass,includingexclusiveuseofSpanishinthe
classroom.
Studentname_________________________________ID#________________________
Period:__________________
_______________________________________________________________________
StudentsignatureDateParent/tutorsignatureDate
EFFECTIVE EFFORT AND HARD WORK WILL MAKE YOU SUCCEED!
SCHOOL YEAR 2015-201 6
SPANISH FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS- LEVEL 2
Springbrook HS
201 Valley Brook Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Phone: (301)989-5700
Fax: 301-622-1875
Ms. Brenda A. Barrera
World Languajes Department
Room: F102
Phone: (301)989-6059
E-mail: brenda_a_barreramercado@mcpsmd.org
TheSpanishforSpanishSpeakerscourseofstudyprovidescontinuinglanguageinstructionforstudentswhohavedeveloped
proficiency in Spanish either because is their first language or is spoken extensively at home. The course is designed to
addressthespecificneedsofheritageSpanishSpeakers.Thiscourseutilizesalanguageartsapproachcomparabletothatof
English courses offered to English‐speaking students. This course gives you the opportunity to expand your knowledge in
Spanish and especially enjoy the differences between Spanish‐speaking countries. The increase mastery of language skills
expandsemploymentopportunitiesandentrytovariousacademicinstitutions.
Thiscoursewillexpandyourknowledgeofthelanguagebeyondthebasiclevel.YouwillstudySpanishformallybylearning
andpracticinggrammarstructures,analyzingreadings,writingessaysandexposingyourselftoculturesandcommunities.
Textbook:ElEspañolParaNosotros‐NivelDos.GlencoeMcGrawHill.,nivel2
CHAPTERS
 CHAPTER1:Loindigena
 CHAPTER2:Comidayvida
FIRSTSEMESTER


CHAPTER3:Cartaocomputadora
CHAPTER4:Detiendas
COURSEMATERIALS






Notebook tobesupplied Folder tobesupplied Pencilandblueorblackinkpen.
English/Spanishdictionary
Textbook: ElEspañolParaNosotros‐NivelDos.GlencoeMcGrawHill.,nivel2‐Classset
inroom;electronicaccessathome.
Internet acess– For Edline, google classroom and, electronic textbook. Students without
internetaccessathomeshouldusethecomputersintheMediaCenter.Studentsmayalso
requesttotakeatextbookhome. Pleaseseemebeforeorafterschool. Always arrive on time and be prepare with your…





Pencil or pen
Folder
Composition notebook
School agenda
Diccionary
GRADINGPOLICY
10% HomeworkforCompletion
60% FormativeAssessments
30% SummativeAssessments
HOMEWORKFORCOMPLETION
Homeworkisreviewedinclassthedayitisdue.Itshouldbeyourown,originalwork.Latework
isacceptedonlyincaseofanexcusedabsence.Incompleteworkwillreceivepartialcredit:50%if
morethanhalfiscomplete;0%iflessthanhalfiscomplete.
FORMATIVEASSESSMENTS
Studentswillpracticegrammaticalstructuresandnewvocabularyincontextbyparticipatingin
speaking,writing,listening,andreadingactivities.Quizzeswillbegiventoassessstudent
progress.ParticipationinSpanishisrequired.
SUMMATIVEASSESSMENTS
Studentswilldemonstratemasteryofthematerialbymeansofunittests,projects,and/or
culminatingwriting/speakingassignments.
*Summativeassessmentsmaynotbere‐assessed.*
Z’sand0’s
Whenusingpointsorpercentages,ateacherassignsagradenolowerthan50%tothetask/assessment.
Ifastudentdoesnoworkonthetask/assessment,theteacherwillassignazero.Ifateacherdetermines
thatthestudentdidnotattempttomeetthebasicrequirementsofthetask/assessment,theteachermay
assignazero. MCPSPolicy DUEDATES/DEADLINES:
Teacherswillestablishduedatesanddeadlines.Teachersareexpectedtoseparatetheduedatefromthe
deadlineinordertoincreaseopportunitiesforstudentstocompleteassignments;however,theremaybe
someexceptionswhentheduedateanddeadlinearethesame.Itisrecognizedthatfordailyhomework
assignmentstheduedateanddeadlinemaybethesametofacilitatetheteachingandlearningprocess.
 Eachassignmentwillhaveaduedate.Thisisthedatebywhichyouareexpectedtosubmitthe
assignment.Yourgradewilldroponelettergrade 10% ifitisnotturnedinbytheduedate.
 Thedeadlineisthelastdayanassignmentwillbeacceptedforagrade.Workthatisattempted,
withagoodfaitheffort,andturnedinbythedeadlinewillreceivenolowerthana50%.UnlessI
tellyouotherwise,thefinaldeadlineisthedateoftheunittest.
 Worknotturnedinbythedeadlinewillbeconsideredmissing.
 Missingworkwillberecordedinthegradebookasa0.
RETAKE/REASSESSMENTPOLICY
Formativeassessmentsareavailableforre‐assessmentwithteacherapproval.Theformatofthere‐
assessmentormake‐upworkmayvaryfromtheoriginalonegiventotheclass.Thestudentwillneedto
attendafterschoolorlunchtimereteachingsessionsbeforereassessing.Thegradeofthereassessmentis
thegradethatcounts.
Reteachingoccurswhentheteacherorstudentdeterminesthatstudentsarenotmeetinglearninggoals.
Reassessmentopportunitiesareidentifiedbytheteacherbeforetheoriginaltask/assessmentandoccur
withinaninstructionalunit.Aminimumofonereassessmentopportunityisofferedperunit.Unittests,
finalprojectsorreports,andotherculminatingactivitiesundersummativeassessmentsmaynotbe
reassessed. PleaseseetheMCPSGradingandReportingPolicyontheMCPSwebsiteformoredetailed
information. ASSIGNMENT/MAKE UP POLICY
Studentshavearesponsibilityandareexpectedtomakeupmissedwork,regardlessofthelegalstatusof
theirabsence.Iftheabsenceisexcusedorisaresultofasuspension,theteacherwillhelpastudentmake
upwork.Iftheabsenceisunexcused,theteacherdoesnothavetohelpastudentmakeupthework
missed,givearetest,orgiveanextensiononworkthatwasdue.Eventhoughtheteacherdoesnothave
tohelpastudentmakeupmissedwork,thestudentstillhastomakeuptheworksothestudentcancom‐
pletetherestofthecourse.Forunexcusedabsences,teachersmaydenycreditformissedassignmentsor
assessments,inaccordancewiththeprocessapprovedbytheprincipalandtheleadershipteam. MCPS
Studenthandbook Youwillhavethesamenumberofdaysasyourabsencetomakeupanyhomeworkorquizzes.Ifyouhave
prior knowledge of an absence i.e. field trip you must collect all assignments in advance. Do not
interrupt class time for this; you may meet with me before school, after school, or during lunch.
*Remember, each absence automatically generates a phone call home. Pay careful attention to the attendance
policy.
CHECKINGASSIGNMENTS/TRACKINGYOURPROGRESS
Edlineisyouronlineresourcetofindoutaboutupcomingquizzes,tests,projects,etc.Youcanalsouseit
toseeyourcurrentgradeaverageintheclass.Check your grade at least once a weekthroughouteach
markingperiod.
EXTRAHELP
Makeanappointmenttoseemeifyou’restrugglingwithagrammaticalconcept,needhelpona
writing/readingassignment,orjusthavequestions.Do not wait until the day before a test or quiz.
You may see me in room F102 on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays during lunch or after school.
MYP
As an IB school, students will be assessed against IB Middle Years Programme objectives for
Language Acquisition (World Languages).
Assessment for language acquisition in all years of the programme is criterion-related, based on four
equally weighted assessment criteria.
CRITERION
Criterion A
LEARNING OBJECTIVE
Comprehending spoken and visual text
MAX RUBRIC SCORE
Maximum 8
Criterion B
Comprehending written and visual text
Maximum 8
Criterion C
Communicating in response to spoken, written and visual text
Maximum 8
Criterion D
Using language in spoken and written form
Maximum 8
IntheMYP,subjectgroupobjectivescorrespondtoassessmentcriteria.Eachcriterionhaseightpossible
achievementlevels 0–8 ,dividedintofourbandsthatgenerallyrepresentlimited 1–2 ;adequate 3–4 ;
substantial 5–6 ;andexcellent 7–8 performance.Eachbandhasitsownuniquedescriptorthat
teachersusetomake“best‐fit”judgmentsaboutstudents’progressandachievement Language
acquisitionguide .
LanguageAcquisition WorldLanguages Objectives:
ObjectiveA:Comprehendingspokenandvisualtext
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Listenforspecificpurposesandrespondtoshowunderstanding
ii. Interpretvisualtextthatispresentedwithspokentext
iii. Engagewiththetextbysupportingopinionandpersonalresponsewithevidenceandexamplesfrom
thetext.
ObjectiveB:Comprehendingwrittenandvisualtext
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Readforspecificpurposesandrespondtoshowunderstanding
ii. Interpretvisualtextthatispresentedwithwrittentext
iii. Engagewiththetextbysupportingopinionandpersonalresponsewithevidenceandexamplesfrom
thetext.
ObjectiveC:Communicatinginresponsetospoken,writtenandvisualtext
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Interactandcommunicateinvarioussituations
ii. Expressthoughts,feelings,ideas,opinionsandinformationinspokenandwrittenform
iii. Speakandwriteforspecificpurposes
ObjectiveD:Usinglanguageinspokenandwrittenform
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Organizethoughts,feelings,ideas,opinionsandinformationinspokenandwrittenform
ii. Developaccuracywhenspeakingandwritinginthetargetlanguage
InadditiontousingtheMCPSgradingpolicy,teacherswillalsoreportstudents’levelsofachievementon
theMYPObjectivesasanunweightedassignment.StudentsandparentswillreceiveaProgressReportat
theendofeachsemester,whichwilldocumentstudents’achievementineachofthesubjectsinwhichhe
orsheisenrolled.ThepurposeofreportingMYPlevelsofachievementistocommunicatestudents’
progresstowardstheachievementoftheMYPobjectivesineachsubjectarea.
Inordertocreateapositivelearningenvironment:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
Arrive on time, take your notebook and folder and, sit immediately.
If you're late sign in the tardy log. The consequences are outlined in the student handbook.
Bring the necessary materials: homework, pens, pencils, text etc.
Turn in your classwork/homework/projects on time.
Listen to all instructions before beginning any activity or assignment.
Respect the privacy of your teacher’s desk and materials as well as personal property of other
classmates.
Avoid inappropriate language at all times. I have zero tolerance for foul language.
You will be excused to leave the classroom only if a written excuse is provided and, always leave with
a pass. No passes will be given during the first 10 minutes of class or the last 10 minutes of instruction.
We are all responsible for taking care of desks and other classroom equipment.
Eating, drinking (except water) and chewing gum are not allowed in the classroom.
Cellphones/tablets/ iPods, or any other electronic devices are not allowed in the classroom, unless you
are given permission for learning purposes. This item will be confiscated and handed over to security.
Exclusive use of SPANISH in the classroom. Students will participate actively in all speaking, reading,
writing, and listening activities
The rules and regulations defined in Springbrook High School’s discipline policy apply to every student in
this classroom. Failure to abide by school rules will result in disciplinary action. Depending on the severity of
the offense, you will receive a warning, a call home to your parent or guardian, lunch or after school detention,
or a referral to your administrator. Violation of academic standards will result in loss of credit for the
assignment and referral to your administrator.
SPANISHFORSPANISHSPEAKERS‐LEVEL2
2015‐2016
Ms. Brenda A. Barrera
Ihavereadandunderstoodalltheexpectationstobesuccessfulin
SpanishforSpanishSpeakers
Level2
Ifeelqualifiedtomeettheexpectationsandrulesoftheclass,includingexclusiveuseofSpanishinthe
classroom.
Studentname_________________________________ID#________________________
Period:__________________
_______________________________________________________________________
StudentsignatureDateParent/tutorsignatureDate
EFFECTIVE EFFORT AND HARD WORK WILL MAKE YOU SUCCEED!
SCHOOL YEAR 2015-201 6
SPANISH FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS- LEVEL 2
Springbrook HS
201 Valley Brook Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Phone: (301)989-5700
Fax: 301-622-1875
Ms. Brenda A. Barrera
World Languajes Department
Room: F102
Phone: (301)989-6059
E-mail: brenda_a_barreramercado@mcpsmd.org
TheSpanishforSpanishSpeakerscourseofstudyprovidescontinuinglanguageinstructionforstudentswhohavedeveloped
proficiency in Spanish either because is their first language or is spoken extensively at home. The course is designed to
addressthespecificneedsofheritageSpanishSpeakers.Thiscourseutilizesalanguageartsapproachcomparabletothatof
English courses offered to English‐speaking students. This course gives you the opportunity to expand your knowledge in
Spanish and especially enjoy the differences between Spanish‐speaking countries. The increase mastery of language skills
expandsemploymentopportunitiesandentrytovariousacademicinstitutions.
Thiscoursewillexpandyourknowledgeofthelanguagebeyondthebasiclevel.YouwillstudySpanishformallybylearning
andpracticinggrammarstructures,analyzingreadings,writingessaysandexposingyourselftoculturesandcommunities.
Textbook:ElEspañolParaNosotros‐NivelDos.GlencoeMcGrawHill.,nivel2
SECONDSEMESTER
CHAPTERS
 CHAPTER5:Pasatiemposculturales
 CHAPTER7:Movimientopoblacional
 CHAPTER6:España
 CHAPTER8:Elbienestar
COURSEMATERIALS






Notebook tobesupplied Folder tobesupplied Pencilandblueorblackinkpen.
English/Spanishdictionary
Textbook: ElEspañolParaNosotros‐NivelDos.GlencoeMcGrawHill.,nivel2‐Classset
inroom;electronicaccessathome.
Internet acess– For Edline, google classroom and, electronic textbook. Students without
internetaccessathomeshouldusethecomputersintheMediaCenter.Studentsmayalso
requesttotakeatextbookhome. Pleaseseemebeforeorafterschool. Always arrive on time and be prepare with your…





Pencil or pen
Folder
Composition notebook
School agenda
Diccionary
GRADINGPOLICY
10% HomeworkforCompletion
60% FormativeAssessments
30% SummativeAssessments
HOMEWORKFORCOMPLETION
Homeworkisreviewedinclassthedayitisdue.Itshouldbeyourown,originalwork.Latework
isacceptedonlyincaseofanexcusedabsence.Incompleteworkwillreceivepartialcredit:50%if
morethanhalfiscomplete;0%iflessthanhalfiscomplete.
FORMATIVEASSESSMENTS
Studentswillpracticegrammaticalstructuresandnewvocabularyincontextbyparticipatingin
speaking,writing,listening,andreadingactivities.Quizzeswillbegiventoassessstudent
progress.ParticipationinSpanishisrequired.
SUMMATIVEASSESSMENTS
Studentswilldemonstratemasteryofthematerialbymeansofunittests,projects,and/or
culminatingwriting/speakingassignments.
*Summativeassessmentsmaynotbere‐assessed.*
Z’sand0’s
Whenusingpointsorpercentages,ateacherassignsagradenolowerthan50%tothetask/assessment.
Ifastudentdoesnoworkonthetask/assessment,theteacherwillassignazero.Ifateacherdetermines
thatthestudentdidnotattempttomeetthebasicrequirementsofthetask/assessment,theteachermay
assignazero. MCPSPolicy DUEDATES/DEADLINES:
Teacherswillestablishduedatesanddeadlines.Teachersareexpectedtoseparatetheduedatefromthe
deadlineinordertoincreaseopportunitiesforstudentstocompleteassignments;however,theremaybe
someexceptionswhentheduedateanddeadlinearethesame.Itisrecognizedthatfordailyhomework
assignmentstheduedateanddeadlinemaybethesametofacilitatetheteachingandlearningprocess.
 Eachassignmentwillhaveaduedate.Thisisthedatebywhichyouareexpectedtosubmitthe
assignment.Yourgradewilldroponelettergrade 10% ifitisnotturnedinbytheduedate.
 Thedeadlineisthelastdayanassignmentwillbeacceptedforagrade.Workthatisattempted,
withagoodfaitheffort,andturnedinbythedeadlinewillreceivenolowerthana50%.UnlessI
tellyouotherwise,thefinaldeadlineisthedateoftheunittest.
 Worknotturnedinbythedeadlinewillbeconsideredmissing.
 Missingworkwillberecordedinthegradebookasa0.
RETAKE/REASSESSMENTPOLICY
Formativeassessmentsareavailableforre‐assessmentwithteacherapproval.Theformatofthere‐
assessmentormake‐upworkmayvaryfromtheoriginalonegiventotheclass.Thestudentwillneedto
attendafterschoolorlunchtimereteachingsessionsbeforereassessing.Thegradeofthereassessmentis
thegradethatcounts.
Reteachingoccurswhentheteacherorstudentdeterminesthatstudentsarenotmeetinglearninggoals.
Reassessmentopportunitiesareidentifiedbytheteacherbeforetheoriginaltask/assessmentandoccur
withinaninstructionalunit.Aminimumofonereassessmentopportunityisofferedperunit.Unittests,
finalprojectsorreports,andotherculminatingactivitiesundersummativeassessmentsmaynotbe
reassessed. PleaseseetheMCPSGradingandReportingPolicyontheMCPSwebsiteformoredetailed
information. ASSIGNMENT/MAKE UP POLICY
Studentshavearesponsibilityandareexpectedtomakeupmissedwork,regardlessofthelegalstatusof
theirabsence.Iftheabsenceisexcusedorisaresultofasuspension,theteacherwillhelpastudentmake
upwork.Iftheabsenceisunexcused,theteacherdoesnothavetohelpastudentmakeupthework
missed,givearetest,orgiveanextensiononworkthatwasdue.Eventhoughtheteacherdoesnothave
tohelpastudentmakeupmissedwork,thestudentstillhastomakeuptheworksothestudentcancom‐
pletetherestofthecourse.Forunexcusedabsences,teachersmaydenycreditformissedassignmentsor
assessments,inaccordancewiththeprocessapprovedbytheprincipalandtheleadershipteam. MCPS
Studenthandbook Youwillhavethesamenumberofdaysasyourabsencetomakeupanyhomeworkorquizzes.Ifyouhave
prior knowledge of an absence i.e. field trip you must collect all assignments in advance. Do not
interrupt class time for this; you may meet with me before school, after school, or during lunch.
*Remember, each absence automatically generates a phone call home. Pay careful attention to the attendance
policy.
CHECKINGASSIGNMENTS/TRACKINGYOURPROGRESS
Edlineisyouronlineresourcetofindoutaboutupcomingquizzes,tests,projects,etc.Youcanalsouseit
toseeyourcurrentgradeaverageintheclass.Check your grade at least once a weekthroughouteach
markingperiod.
EXTRAHELP
Makeanappointmenttoseemeifyou’restrugglingwithagrammaticalconcept,needhelpona
writing/readingassignment,orjusthavequestions.Do not wait until the day before a test or quiz.
You may see me in room F102 on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays during lunch or after school.
MYP
As an IB school, students will be assessed against IB Middle Years Programme objectives for
Language Acquisition (World Languages).
Assessment for language acquisition in all years of the programme is criterion-related, based on four
equally weighted assessment criteria.
CRITERION
Criterion A
LEARNING OBJECTIVE
Comprehending spoken and visual text
MAX RUBRIC SCORE
Maximum 8
Criterion B
Comprehending written and visual text
Maximum 8
Criterion C
Communicating in response to spoken, written and visual text
Maximum 8
Criterion D
Using language in spoken and written form
Maximum 8
IntheMYP,subjectgroupobjectivescorrespondtoassessmentcriteria.Eachcriterionhaseightpossible
achievementlevels 0–8 ,dividedintofourbandsthatgenerallyrepresentlimited 1–2 ;adequate 3–4 ;
substantial 5–6 ;andexcellent 7–8 performance.Eachbandhasitsownuniquedescriptorthat
teachersusetomake“best‐fit”judgmentsaboutstudents’progressandachievement Language
acquisitionguide .
LanguageAcquisition WorldLanguages Objectives:
ObjectiveA:Comprehendingspokenandvisualtext
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Listenforspecificpurposesandrespondtoshowunderstanding
ii. Interpretvisualtextthatispresentedwithspokentext
iii. Engagewiththetextbysupportingopinionandpersonalresponsewithevidenceandexamplesfrom
thetext.
ObjectiveB:Comprehendingwrittenandvisualtext
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Readforspecificpurposesandrespondtoshowunderstanding
ii. Interpretvisualtextthatispresentedwithwrittentext
iii. Engagewiththetextbysupportingopinionandpersonalresponsewithevidenceandexamplesfrom
thetext.
ObjectiveC:Communicatinginresponsetospoken,writtenandvisualtext
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Interactandcommunicateinvarioussituations
ii. Expressthoughts,feelings,ideas,opinionsandinformationinspokenandwrittenform
iii. Speakandwriteforspecificpurposes
ObjectiveD:Usinglanguageinspokenandwrittenform
Asappropriatetothephase,thestudentisexpectedtobeableto
i. Organizethoughts,feelings,ideas,opinionsandinformationinspokenandwrittenform
ii. Developaccuracywhenspeakingandwritinginthetargetlanguage
InadditiontousingtheMCPSgradingpolicy,teacherswillalsoreportstudents’levelsofachievementon
theMYPObjectivesasanunweightedassignment.StudentsandparentswillreceiveaProgressReportat
theendofeachsemester,whichwilldocumentstudents’achievementineachofthesubjectsinwhichhe
orsheisenrolled.ThepurposeofreportingMYPlevelsofachievementistocommunicatestudents’
progresstowardstheachievementoftheMYPobjectivesineachsubjectarea.
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Arrive on time, take your notebook and folder and, sit immediately.
If you're late sign in the tardy log. The consequences are outlined in the student handbook.
Bring the necessary materials: homework, pens, pencils, text etc.
Turn in your classwork/homework/projects on time.
Listen to all instructions before beginning any activity or assignment.
Respect the privacy of your teacher’s desk and materials as well as personal property of other
classmates.
Avoid inappropriate language at all times. I have zero tolerance for foul language.
You will be excused to leave the classroom only if a written excuse is provided and, always leave with
a pass. No passes will be given during the first 10 minutes of class or the last 10 minutes of instruction.
We are all responsible for taking care of desks and other classroom equipment.
Eating, drinking (except water) and chewing gum are not allowed in the classroom.
Cellphones/tablets/ iPods, or any other electronic devices are not allowed in the classroom, unless you
are given permission for learning purposes. This item will be confiscated and handed over to security.
Exclusive use of SPANISH in the classroom. Students will participate actively in all speaking, reading,
writing, and listening activities
The rules and regulations defined in Springbrook High School’s discipline policy apply to every student in
this classroom. Failure to abide by school rules will result in disciplinary action. Depending on the severity of
the offense, you will receive a warning, a call home to your parent or guardian, lunch or after school detention,
or a referral to your administrator. Violation of academic standards will result in loss of credit for the
assignment and referral to your administrator.
SPANISHFORSPANISHSPEAKERS‐LEVEL2
2015‐2016
Ms. Brenda A. Barrera
Ihavereadandunderstoodalltheexpectationstobesuccessfulin
SpanishforSpanishSpeakers
Level2
Ifeelqualifiedtomeettheexpectationsandrulesoftheclass,includingexclusiveuseofSpanishinthe
classroom.
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EFFECTIVE EFFORT AND HARD WORK WILL MAKE YOU SUCCEED!