Latin IV / AP Open House Mrs. HwangBo January 24th, 2013

Academic Topics Attendance is important, esp. on the block system! Every student should come prepared to participate in class every day (book, notebook / paper, writing utensil). Active participation in classroom instruction is the best way to learn and retain the curriculum.

Academic Topics Authors: Caesar, Vergil. Latin Homework is a reality at this level: lines at home each night (avg. 6-8 right now). Daily Translation (25-35 lines per diem, includes home work lines). Parallel English readings of each Latin text.

Grading System Grades are still divided into Georgia Performance Standards categories as listed in the syllabus. Assessment Types: –Practice: will appear in Pinnacle, doesn’t count. –“For Real”: will appear in Pinnacle, does count… or, as the kids know, “ ’nuff said.”

Grading System, Ct’d. Assessment Formats: –Latin Assessments – mimic AP style Multiple choice about a passage, addresses content and grammar. Short / Long Essay – students write a short response to an English prompt analyzing the content of the Latin passage, use Latin in textual reference for support. – English Assessments – accountability Open book, timed reading comprehension quizzes over the parallel English reading.

Misc. Resources Edmodo – great new resource via CCSD. “Like Facebook for school”. Mains source of communication & access to materials. Remind 101 – group texting service used for homework & club reminders. Quizlet: - online flash cards for review, search for Harrison HS Latin group.

Latin Club 3 rd Tuesday of each month, 3:30-4:15, in rooms 311 & 314 Social opportunity to continue their interest in the classical languages and cultures. Major Events: Fall Forum (Sept. 29 th ), Ides of March Macaroni Grill dinner (Feb. 19 th ), GJCL State Convention (Apr. 19 – 21, 2013).

Latin Honor Society Available to Latin III students by invitation only. Academic & citizenship criteria apply. Seniors receive a diploma seal, all may report membership as an academic achievement on college and other applications. Details to coming tomorrow!

If you need help… For questions or concerns regarding academic progress, missed assignments, make up assignments, or discipline issues please feel free to This is easily accessible (and spam- blocking proofed) through my blog at Harrison Phone #

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