1. ¡Bienvenidos a la clase de español! Welcome to Spanish class!
Señorita Kristen Williams
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2. Curriculum Goals 6th grade (1A) 7th grade (1B)
Beginning: Rely on memorized phrases and short sentences during predictable situations; write short notes using simple structures, etc.
Later: express their own thoughts using sentences when interacting in familiar situations; write short notes combining more complex vocabulary.
7th grade (1B)
Continue improving their Spanish skills by building upon structures learned in 1A and learning new structures.
Express their thoughts in interpersonal conversations.
Interpret authentic Spanish resources.
Create and present prepared information with fluidity and good pronunciation.

3. Curriculum Goals 6th grade (1A) 7th grade (1B)
Cognates, getting to know people (greetings, names, how are you, personality, age, etc), making plans, likes/dislikes, hobbies, school activities/schedules, community hangouts, time/calendar, traditions/rites of passage, family/friends/pets, technology, food, etc…
7th grade (1B)
Personality/physical description, occupations, leaders & their characteristics, shopping, prices, needs vs wants, body parts, daily routines, entertainment, menus/restaurants, making plans, places/destinations, clothing, weather

4. Class Materials What should my student bring to class each day?
A Spanish-only binder (1-2inch)
A Spanish-only spiral notebook inside their binder
Their Spanish notes/handouts inside their binder
Their planner to write assignments
Your student is given one copy of all handouts in class. All materials should be placed in their binder.

5. At home
To be successful in learning a language, students should study 20 minutes every night. This includes going over the concepts from that day and new vocabulary, as well as reviewing old concepts and vocab. If you’re up to the challenge, try practicing short Spanish conversations with your student.
Has your student been singing in Spanish? Check out the videos at Youtube.com/SpanishIsYourAmigo/playlists

6. Duolingo
Keeping track of your student: Ask your student if they’ve done Duolingo for the week

7. Translators & Spanish-speakers
The use of translators and Spanish-speakers to complete work is strictly prohibited. Students may look up individual words via online dictionaries, but students should say what they know how to say and write what they know how to write. Students should submit their own work.
Using translators & Spanish-speakers will result in an automatic ‘0’ for the assignment and a discipline referral.

8. Do we use textbooks?
No. We do not rely on textbooks, but rather use authentic resources and handouts in class. It is important that students are organized and bring all materials with them to class every day.

9. Grading Information
Major Grades (Interpersonal, presentational, interpretive):
All interpersonal and presentational major grades are graded using the FBISD rubrics. Your student has a copy of all 3 rubrics inside a sheet protector. Rubrics will be posted on Edmodo.
Tests
Projects
Interpersonal Assessments (Conversations between students)
Oral Presentations
Interpretive assignments
Daily Grades:
Homework (-10pts every day late, ‘50’ or below for work that is 4+ days late )
Quizzes
Classwork
Participation
Binder checks & Planner checks
Warmups

10. Skyward Please check grades using Skyward home access.
Please use Skyward settings to set alarm in regards to low grades or missing grades - Example- grades below 75.
Verify that the you have on Skyward is current- Skyward notifies parents about missing assignments automatically.

11. High School Credit Students receive:
½ a high school credit in 6th grade
½ a credit in 7th grade
1 whole credit in 8th grade
So, when they go to high school they will have 2 credits and can enter into Spanish 3 as freshmen. This then allows them to continue all the way through AP Spanish 5 if they would like, and earn college credit.
Because these are high-school classes, it is important that your student keeps track of their grades

12. ¿Preguntas? Questions?
You and your students are welcome to me at with any questions or concerns.