English II
CLASS READINGS (TENTATIVE):
● “Nails on the Fence” by an unknown author ● “By
Any Other Name” by Santha Rama Rau ● Wealthy
Teen Nearly Experiences Consequences & Zoot Suits ●
“What, of This Goldfish, would you Wish” by Etgar
Keret ● PRO/CON: Cellphone bans in schools &
Julius Caesar Act 3 Scene 2.
● Mentor Text 2: from Simplexity
● Mentor text 3: A Community forever Altered by a
Forgotten Massacre and I am the People Triplet: The Wife’s Story, Hope for Animals and Their
World, and Trophic Cascade
● Read: The Landlady & Dream Jobs: Hotel
manager
● “Joyas Voladoras” by Brian Doyle
● drama, The Tragedy of Macbeth by William
Shakespeare
● Short Story and Novel reading via DEAR Time
Grading Guidelines
1st Nine-Week Grade
Daily Grades.............................................25%
- Bell Ringer
- Word Of the Day
- Class Discussions/Participation
Weekly Assessments/Checkpoints/CBA......... 50%
-Essays
-Weekly Paw Time SCR
Midterm Exam (Required)........................25%
2nd Nine-Week Grade
Daily Grades.............................................25%
- Bell Ringer
- Word Of the Day
- Class Discussions/Participation
Assessments/Checkpoints/CBA......... 50%
-Essays
-Weekly Paw Time SCR
Final Exam (Required)........................25%
Final Grade
1st Nine-week Grade............... 50%
2nd Nine-week Grade............... 50%
Excerpts or Short Readings
We will read several short stories, poems, and works of fiction and nonfiction throughout the
semester. With all readings, you are expected to keep notes of your observations, questions, and
analysis. You are also expected to discuss ideas, display your knowledge in multiple ways, and
write your understanding through short constructive responses.
Timed Writings
One of the main goals for this class is to be able to write clearly and coherently in a short amount
of time; therefore, we will be practicing multiple timed writings in which you will be challenged
to defend a position, inform, describe, or explain a particular procedure for the purpose of
exceeding the state assessment performance level descriptors which say the following:
● Write persuasive and informative essays and short constructive responses that maintain a
convincing position and sustaining focus with a skillful organizing structure, compelling
evidence and support, purposeful and precise word choice, and an understanding and
control of rhetorical techniques that enhance the effectiveness.
● Choose sentences that are purposeful and well-controlled.
Homework:
Homework will be given if a student is not able to finish their work during class time or is out
sick.
Essays/Projects/Tests:
Some testing may be in a standardized format (i.e. multiple choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank).
Most testing, though, will involve responses to open-ended questions that will result in an essay
or project. (Expect an essay for all major readings.) Note that since most of the weight for this
portion of the average will come from the essays and projects that result from your major
readings, you must read carefully and thoroughly to ensure that your essay or project is well
thought out and founded on your analysis of the work.
Attendance Policy:
Attendance referrals are submitted when a student has been tardy three or more times or absent
three or more days. Tardies or absences need not be consecutive. Five tardies will equal one
absence; I will follow this in determining exemptions for the term exam. Above all, I need you
to be here, so you do not miss out. When you are absent, check what you missed; you may send
me an email or reach out to me via Remind. Loss of credit is due to 10 absences in one
semester, per class. On your return, you are responsible for asking and making arrangements
with me to make up the work.
Policy on Academic Honesty:
By definition, plagiarism involves the deliberate intent to use or pass off ideas or writings of
another as one’s own. This includes any information or ideas available on the internet as
well. Plagiarizing constitutes a level-one offense. Plagiarism will warrant a grade of zero on
the assignment/project/essay. If in doubt, always ask. I am here to help.
REQUIREMENTS:
Technology: You will need: a reliable electronic device (Chromebook/laptop), a charger of
the electronic device, an Internet connection, and awareness of how to use Google
Classroom.
Notebook: a composition notebook
MISUSE OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS/ELECTRONIC DEVICES:
Using a cellular telephone, two-way radios, paging devices, text messaging devices, and/or other
telecommunications devices on District property/facilities is prohibited and on all District campuses during
school hours (first bell to last bell). Devices must be turned off and cannot be visible. The school is not
responsible if these items are lost or stolen. Examples of communication devices include, but are not limited to,
cellular telephones, iPads, personal computers, iPods, smart watches, e-readers, tablets, chrome books, or any
other communication device that has networking and/or communication capabilities.
Using or exhibiting an electronic device, such as stereos, headsets, portable speakers, electronic games, iPODs
(without communication capabilities), Zune, MP3 or CD players, and accessories are prohibited during school
hours (first bell to last bell). Devices and accessories must be turned off and cannot be visible. The school is
not responsible if these items are lost, broken, or stolen.
Recording the voice or image of another without the prior consent of the individuals being recorded or in any way
that disrupts the educational environment or invades the privacy of others is prohibited. Campus administrative
approval is required prior to the use of a recording device. The school is not responsible if the recording device is
lost, broken, or stolen.
Please note: This is a tentative syllabus; therefore, it is subject to change. I
will advise if there is a change to the syllabus.
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