1. Sra. Bragg

3.  Spanish 1A * Introduces students to the Spanish language and culture. Builds vocabulary and basic grammar skills in reading, writing and speaking.  Spanish 1B* Continues 1A, building and reinforcing skills.  Spanish 2 Builds on the foundation of Spanish I gaining more flexibility in their expression Students are expected to practice speaking, reading, writing and listening in Spanish daily.

4.  Student Notebook student work, study guides, dictionary  Website: LMSpanish.weebly.com study guides, on-line activities.  Text book: Realidades (1A, 1B, 2) used in class (available on line or hardcopy)  Radio/TV/Internet/library for listening activities  Google Voice for speaking activities  Teacher, peers, parents (!)

5. Grading is dividing into three sections  Preparation and production (25%)  (being prepared and practiced)  Formative (25%)  (on-going progress in learning: quizzes, in class logs, homework, small projects)  Summative (50%)  (showing knowledge and comprehension: IPA exams and large projects)

6. Preparation and Production is based on:  bringing materials to class (notebook, homework)  completing out of class work (logs, homework)  Participating in class (interacting in Spanish)

7. Formative grades show how students are forming their knowledge. This is an ongoing process, therefore, students are encouraged to constantly improve their knowledge. Re-do option of formative work To show improvement of knowledge, students must show:  extra effort in studying by completing a formal corrections process  re-do work within four days of receiving a graded work

8.  based on past class work (quizzes, homework, projects)  give the student and opportunity to show their ability to combine all their current knowledge writing, reading, listening, and speaking of Spanish.  Integrated Performance Assessments (IPA) – authentic interaction in an informal setting at the end of each unit.  Projects – formal presentation of a specific subject.

9. Provides on-going practice in Spanish  Generally 5-15 minutes/night  (Larger projects may take more time, spread out over 2-3 weeks.)  Given almost every night  Includes regular practice:  Listening logs  Speaking loges  Yo puedo  Dictionary page

10. Encourage your student to develop a study schedule and to self-advocate if they need help  Use their notes, book, internet, LMSpanish.weebly.com  Study with people (teaching each other helps learning)  Consult with me for ideas on how to study. I am available before or after class/school

11.  Provide a clear time and place for homework  Have the student teach you what they are learning (teaching is the best form of learning!) – even if you can’t understand it all  Encourage interacting with the language: Learn some phrases you can use with them Label your house with Spanish! Play Spanish games on the internet Change your computers browser to Spanish Play video games in Spanish Watch a movie/TV program you know in Spanish Listen to a sports game in Spanish.

12. To reach me:  email (the best way to reach me) becky.bragg@bvsd.org For grades:  Infinite campus bvsd.org (get your password from the office) For Homework (every night!)  For daily work: your student’s planner  For larger projects: my web site (LMSpanish.weebly.com)

13. World Expo A school wide exploration of Spanish and French speaking cultures. January 28, 2015 Would you like to help? Please sign our volunteer list or contact me at becky.bragg@bvsd.org.

14. Join the 2 Traveling Pirates (Sra. Bragg & Prof Mitz) for an informational meeting about a summer trip to Ecuador through EF tours* Who’s invited? LMS 7th & 8th grade students and families Where: LMS Library When: Wednesday, September 10, 7-7:30 pm Questions? Contact Sra. Bragg & Prof Mitz at 2Travelingpirates@gmail.com or call 720-722-1182 *Tour number: 1626016TX