Class Procedures and Policies Goals for Honors English 11: - To read and enjoy a variety of literature, authors,

and themes - To understand and use a variety of literary terms and devices - To write effectively in a variety of formats, reinforcing grammar and composition techniques learned in previous classes, and to develop a better command of the English language through varied sentence structure and strong paragraph structure. - To enhance vocabulary and word choice, adding both complexity and eloquence to speaking and writing skills. - To conduct research using a variety of sources, including primary and secondary sources. Classroom materials: 1-2" three-ring binder notebook (with 6 dividers and paper). You may combine English with other classes, but stay organized. Please label dividers as follows: analysis, literary terms, vocabulary, outside reading, sentence structure, and the essay. Please use blue or black pens. Let me know if you have a question or you have an issue with these materials.

School and classroom rules: - Know and follow all school rules. - Come to class prepared and in possession of appropriate materials. Your notebook should be open on your desk for the entire class, as you will be taking notes on a constant basis. Forgetting your books repeatedly will result in negative consequences. - Take care of bathroom and locker visits before class begins. You will not be allowed to use the restroom 10 minutes after class starts or 10 minutes before it ends. -

Food and drink (except bottled water) are not allowed in class. Cell phones and other electronics must be turned completely OFF. Set to silent or vibrate is NOT OFF. Phones that disrupt class will be confiscated and turned into the office.

- Purses, book bags, jackets, and other items that can cause distractions are to be kept on the floor under your desk. I should not have to remind you of this on a daily basis. - Talk and leave your seat only at appropriate times during the class period (which means don't talk or walk around the room while I'm teaching, wait until the end of class to throw things away, etc. - Sit up, and fully participate in class. Grades: - 25% will come from quizzes - 50% will come from essays and projects.
- 25 % will come from homework / class work/group work/ presentations, etc.

Academic policies: - Late homework will not be accepted. Late papers/projects will lose a grade a day (if you're absent, email your paper to me BEFORE your class period begins, and then bring your hard copy to class the next day). That way, it is clear that you did not attempt to take an extra day to finish your assignment. You need to make sure that no matter what, you communicate with me!! - Missed tests and quizzes must be made up within three days of the absence. - Cheating in any form is strictly forbidden and students will be dealt with according to school rules.