1. Back to School Night September 2014 Miss Lisa M. Chiavuzzo Lchiavuzzo@rvrhs.com (609) 267-0830 (x 4502)

2. Spanish 2 Course Description A progression of the Spanish language connecting prior knowledge to new words and experiences Cultural readings Written activities Verbal Presentations Assessments Class participation & preparation Homework Quizzes Projects Tests Assessed on speaking, listening, reading and writing through a variety of innovative and traditional assignments

3. Grading Policy Homework Max 4 times a week Each day late, one point is deducted Quizzes Announced & unannounced Tests & Projects In-class and out of class time Review Sessions Class Participation & Preparation Bring all necessary materials to class Speak in Spanish (Taco, after Thanksgiving…total immersion) Tardy Policy Attendance Must be in seat when late bell rings working on Hagan Ahora 3 lates = detention Assignments 3 days extension to hand in work Grade lowered one level per day late

4. Sunshine Reports Students displaying exceptional work, behavior, etc. will be rewarded with phone calls home, homework passes, puntos positivos, etc.

5. Thunderstorm Warnings Students who are not working to their full potential and/or misbehaving in class will receive Thunderstorm Warnings (private conversation, phone calls home). If the behavior has not improved, disciplinary actions will be pursued. Tutorial detentions, Discipline office referrals

6. Help is on the way! Tutorial (7:30am) in A239 Mondays – library duty Thursdays – hall duty Student Prep 3C Tutoring Program Spanish Honor Society

7. Utilizing technology with RV www.rvrhs.com Teacher websites E-mail Course Maps Homework assignments Genesis Updated averages, attendance, disciplinary record, etc.

8. Cultural clubs & events at RV Spanish Club National Spanish Honor Society World Language Festival (Spring)

9. Travel Changes Lives International travel with World Language Dept. Spain, Costa Rica, Mexico Italy France ACIS (www.acis.com)www.acis.com Upcoming trips: Italy & France- Spring 2016