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= =   = = =¡Bienvenidos a la clase de Español! = 

===Señora Margaret Drew ===

Mount Olive Middle School
 ** 8th Grade SPANISH **  ** Welcome to an exciting year of Spanish study! As eighth graders you will continue to learn to communicate in Spanish and learn about the culture of the 21 countries of the world where Spanish is spoken.**  **Get ready for an exciting and fun filled year!

This website is designed for students and parents to stay informed about Señora Drew's Spanish class. I consider it a privilege, as well as a great responsibility, to introduce you to the Spanish language and Hispanic culture. Language is a bridge to understanding other people and their perspectives, which helps us better understand our world. I'm looking forward to meeting and working with you!!

Please scroll down to learn more about what we will be doing throughout the year, our classroom expectations and procedures.**

= =   ** Class Expectations ** **1. __ R __ESPETO //( Respect ):// Treat others in class as you wish to be treated.

2. __ E __SFUERZO //( Effort ):// Put forth your best effort every day. Follow directions the first time they are given.

3. __ A __ TIEMPO //( On time ):// Be in your seat and working on the "warm-up" when the teacher is ready to begin class.

4. __ P __REPARACIÓN //( Preparation ):// Bring all materials to class including textbook and completed homework.

5. __ P __ARTICIPACIÓN (// Participation )//: Listen at all times and actively engage in all partner, group and class activities. **   <span style="display: block; font-size: 120%; color: #22e605; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS', cursive; text-align: left;">** //Let's work together to make it a great year!!//  ** <span style="font-size: 140%; color: #130fcc; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS', cursive;">

Classroom Procedures <span style="color: #000aff; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS', cursive;"> ** __Supplies Needed__: Students must bring the following to class everyday: (1) A positive attitude (2) Pencil(s) (3) One paper pocket folder (4) Textbook and 1 1/2 inch three-ring binder (with dividers) (5) Mount Olive Middle School Agenda ** Go to the "Homework" section to see what work was completed while you were out and WHAT homework you need to complete. ALL HOMEWORK IS LABELLED IN CAPITAL LETTERS!
 * __Absences__:

Each student will also receive the phone number of "un compañero" (buddy) that can be called to discuss missed classwork. That buddy will also be responsible for collecting any extra worksheets distributed during class that day and placing them in your personal Spanish folder. Upon your return to school, it will be your responsibility to view check your personal Spanish folder to see if any worksheets were placed inside.

There is also a homework BINDER in which you can find any information on what we did in class the day(s) you were absent. You have one class period in addition to the amount of classes missed to turn in any assignments.

__Late Work__: ** **  All work needs to be turned in on the DUE DATE. Incomplete assignments are considered late, and will be returned to be finished. __Tests and Quizzes__: A parent or guardian signature will be required for all major tests. This signature will be considered a homework assignment, and must be returned the day after the test was returned to students. These signatures are a way for parents to stay informed about their student's progress in Spanish class. **    <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS', cursive;">** __Homework__ (//__Tarea__//): **  <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS', cursive;">** ALL HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS ARE TITLED IN //CAPITAL (UPPER CASE)// LETTERS! All homework will be posted on this WIKI site as well as in the classroom. Write the Internet address in your Spanish Take-Home folder so that you can access it from home as necessary. If you have been absent don't forget that it is your responsibility to check your class shelf in the back of the classroom to collect any grammar hand-outs or homework assignment that you may have missed. **  <span style="display: block; font-size: 110%; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS', cursive; text-align: left;"> **<span style="display: block; font-size: 110%; color: #821ef6; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS', cursive; text-align: left;">Completion of homework is //very// important as it is ALWAYS graded! **

<span style="font-size: 110%; color: #822727; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS', cursive;">What is Quia?
===<span style="font-size: 110%; color: #822727; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS', cursive;">Quia.com** is my favorite Internet site for student practice of the Spanish we are learning in class. It is pronounced //key-ah.// It contains 16 different games and activities for students to use at home for reinforcement of what has been learned in class or to review for tests or quizzes. You will find Flashcards, word Searches, Battleship, Challenge Boards, Hangman, Rags to Riches, and others. You can also search on our textbook to locate games that use our Avancemos 1B textbook vocabulary and grammar. Check it out! Here is a link to [|quia.com] ===

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