1. Welcome to 9th Grade English!
Warm-Up:
Choose a seat.
Please write your name and class period on the piece of cardstock on your desk.

2. About Ms. Jurewicz Originally from Pittsburgh, PA.
Graduated from Dickinson College.
Studied abroad in Brisbane, Australia.
Taught all ages, from preschool to college level.
Activities at AHS:
Travel Club Advisor
Paintball Club Advisor
Chess Club Advisor
Choreographer for AGW Musical

3. Ice Breaker #1:
Based on the first letter of your last name, tell me a certain number of facts about yourself. It can be sports you enjoy, number of siblings, favorite movie, etc.
A-K: one fact
L-S: two facts
T-Z: three facts

4. School can be rough…but I’m here to help!

5. The Five P’s for Success:
Be prompt.
Be prepared.
Be productive.
Be positive.
Be polite.

6. Supplies Notebook Binder or folder(s) Looseleaf paper
Planner or agenda book
Writing utensils (pens and pencils)
Mini pencil sharpener
Highlighter
Independent reading book
Flash drive or address
(optional; used during research unit)
Notecards/ Post-It Notes

7. Around the Classroom Smartboard – Daily Warm-Up, Assignment directions
Whiteboard – Daily Agenda, LEQ, Homework/Upcoming Deadlines, Fun Fact of the Day
Supply table – Textbooks, Daily Handouts, Emergency School Supplies
White bin – Art supplies
Back Bins – Turn in work, Lost and Found box
Absent Folders – Missed work

8. Online textbook (online/library) Home Access Center
Class Resources
My webpage:
appohigh.org -> Staff -> Ms. Jurewicz 5&type=u
Schoology
Online textbook (online/library)
Home Access Center

9. You will have homework every week Due at the beginning of class
Late or poorly completed work receives a point/grade deduction.
Assignments turned in more than a week late will NOT be accepted – NO EXCUSES.
NO NAME= NO CREDIT.
Keep track using the whiteboard, my webpage, and your agenda book.

10. You are responsible for making up work. (C3B4ME)
Absences
You are responsible for making up work. (C3B4ME)
First stop: Absent Folders
Second stop: Webpage
Third Stop: Classmates
Fourth Stop: Ms. J

11. Consequences: No cell phone charging. Cell Phones
In class, you may NOT use mobile devices during lectures, tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
No cell phone charging.
Consequences:
Warning
Confiscation for the rest of class
Confiscation and contact home
Office referral

12. Bathroom Breaks: - Only ask during transitions and after directions are given - You get a maximum of three bathroom breaks a week during my class (excluding emergencies). - Be back in 10 minutes or less!

13. I’m looking forward to a great semester!

14. Ice Breaker #2: Two Truths and a Lie
Can you guess which of the following facts are true and false?

15. Ms. J… Used to be a pre-professional ballet dancer.
Has watched every episode of Game of Thrones.
Owns three pet guinea pigs.

16. Truth: She danced with the Boston Ballet, Joffrey Ballet, and American Ballet Theater among others.
Lie: She has only read the first four books.
Truth: Their names are Daisy, Myrtle, and Midnight.

17. Share with your shoulder partner.
Your Turn!
On the post-it provided, write down your name and two truths and a lie about yourself.
Share with your shoulder partner.

18. Before You Leave Today…
Place your nametag in your back bin.
Homework: Complete your syllabus scavenger hunt by Thursday!
Stay seated until the bell rings.