1. French class Mrs. Varacalli Room D96

2. Contact Information avaracalli@pdsd.org (610)-497-6300 ext. 2196

3. MATERIALS Bien Dit book series On-line version Go.hrw.com for extra credit and extra help Students need a notebook and a folder May work from a different level book

4. GRADES Test or project for units (100 pts.) Quiz, reading, writing, or speaking assessments for lessons (30-40 pts.) Homework and classwork (5-10 pts.) Notebook (30-35 pts.)

5. HOMEWORK 3-5 times per week Usually from the grammar and vocabulary workbook (GV in Pinnacle) No late homework (unless they were out sick)

6. What’s new this year? Avril à Paris units – (Virtual trip to France) Yabla accounts for kids Google Classroom Vocaroo recordings There may be some weekly digital homework soon.

7. HIGHLIGHTS Trip to Les Mis? National French Week (Nov. 8-14 ) art, music, sports/games, science/tech, cuisine Quebec trip over spring break? National French Honor Society French music and raps

8. Ways that you and I can help ? Practice at home daily Make flashcards Be a partner in quizzing of material Checking that homework is done Go to go.hrw.com and practice.hrw.com Encourage your child to come after school for help Ask for a student tutor Email me/Leave a message