Teacher webpage for: Rosa P. Chavez
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Mrs. Rosa P. Chávez
GHS voicemail (256) 428-8000 x 243
Email address: rpchavez@hsv.k12.al.us
Room
EE-2
General Information
Department
FOREIGN
LANGUAGE
Courses taught
Spanish
II and AP Spanish IV
Languages are the key to other worlds.
Other Duties
Spanish
club Sponsor and International food tasting Sponsor.
Course requirements
Spanish II
I.
Perquisites and
Standards:
Ä Spanish
I
Ä Assessment
by the teacher
Ä Understanding
verb conjugations and basic Spanish vocabulary.
Ä A
basic knowledge of Spanish and English grammar
Ä Memorization
of vast vocabulary as well as present, past, and future tenses.
Ä Construct
sentences, and write paragraphs.
II.
Objectives of the course:
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Students will continue to develop communication skills in Spanish and
become more proficient in listening, reading, speaking and writing in Spanish
and in the knowledge of the culture of Spanish speaking countries.
III.
Functional skills and
knowledge:
Students
will:
Ä use appropriate idiomatic expression needed for
everyday topics.
Ä understand verb conjugations.
Ä memorize vocabulary.
Ä construct sentences.
Ä write
paragraphs, using the correct part of speech
IV.
Textbook: En Español 2, 2000,McDougal Littel
Notebook: En Español (Second year)
V.
Students are expected to:
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Be on time
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Be prepared (have book, pen/pencil, notebook with paper and handouts/notes,
and completed assignment)
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Participate
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Cooperate
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Treat others and their property with respect
VI.
Needed Supplies:
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Students need a three-ring binder with a pocket for this class. We will have lots of handouts which you are
to keep in your notebook. You need to
bring this notebook to class with you every day. Keep it organized. Also, you will need to make sure to have
lined notebook paper with you each day (at least 2-3 pages per day).
VII. Grading/Assessments:
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Cumulative
point system, i.e. Points earned ÷ possible points = grade
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Grades will be based on speaking points/class participation,
assignments, vocabulary quizzes, etapa
quizzes, unit
tests, and various projects.
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Frequent vocabulary quizzes will be given. It is your responsibility to prepare for
these quizzes.
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Speaking Points/Class Participation points will be awarded for oral
participation in Spanish. Lots of
opportunities will be given to earn speaking points. Likewise, points can be lost by coming to
class without book, paper, pen, etc. or by disruptive behavior that hinders
learning in the classroom.
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Make up tests are given before school never during class. Students have the responsibility for
scheduling
makeup tests promptly. Students should
arrive at
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Comprehensive exams are given at the end of each semester, counting as
1/5 of semester grade.
VIII. Course content:
Class is
conducted in Spanish to improve the students’ ability to comprehend the spoken
language
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Vocabulary, grammar, and
reading
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Direct, indirect, and double
object pronouns
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Irregular preterite verbs
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Demonstrative adjectives and
pronouns
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Stem-changing preterit verbs
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Adjectives of nationality
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Possessive adjectives and
pronouns
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Reflexive pronouns and verbs
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Asking for information and opinions
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imperfect tense
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Describing people and things
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Progressive tenses
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Commands
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Negative sentence
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Comparative and superlatives
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Expressions with tener
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Number 1 – 1,000.000
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School/studying
A major project on Spanish
painters. The students will research and
learn about the importance of art in Spanish speaking countries.
In addition to the text we
will be viewing a video series entitled La Catrina. The students will keep a journal of events,
vocabulary and expressions. The purpose
of these series is to increase comprehension and exposure to the language.
IX.
Academy Misconduct
Policy:
Ä All Grissom High and
X.
Attendance Policy
Successful language learning
requires constant practice of the language. It is essential that students
attend class in order to receive maximum exposure to the language and to
participate actively on a regular basis.
Ä The HSV city school Board attendance
policy is followed.
IX. Request for Accommodation
All requests for
accommodation are welcome, from students and parents.
X. Keys to Success in Spanish
Ä Be on time and prepared for
the day’s activities.
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Participate in class discussions and activities in Spanish.
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Keep notebook with clean paper.
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Hand in assignments on time.
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Be courteous and respectful at all times.
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Ask questions. Do not hesitate
to see teacher privately for extra help.
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Take risks. Mistakes are common
in a foreign language. That’s how we
learn.
Be sure to get in on the fun and join the Spanish club (open to 9th
– 12th grades)