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Mrs. T. Townsel
2015-2016
Contact info: Mrs. Traci Townsel Email: lemonstd@scsk12.org 901-416-3000 Ex. 84246
Welcome to English II!!
In this course you will be reading, writing, thinking, creating, speaking, interacting, and above
all, learning. We will be building on the skills you developed last year and exploring some really
great pieces of literature. I am excited about the year ahead and look forward to an incredible
classroom experience with you! The ultimate goal for each student is to become a well-rounded
individual with character and integrity.
Primary Learning Goals:
By the end of the school year, students will:
Learn to appreciate literature by reading aesthetically
Analyze, compare and evaluate various works of literature read between the lines;
Understand that effective authors of fiction, nonfiction and poetry carefully consider their
stylistic choices as they pertain to purpose and audience
Discern and analyze the rhetorical strategies authors employ and consider applying some of
these strategies to enhance their own writing when appropriate;
Demonstrate serious engagement with the readings through close reading and analytical
writing;
Participate in active class analytical discussions / seminars;
Express analysis and practice writing skills through academic writing assignments and in-class
essays;
Express themselves through creative writing and free writing;
Apply steps of the writing process as they write;
Apply spelling, proofreading, basic grammatical and editing skills to augment their writing;
Continue to develop sophisticated sentence structures and syntax subordination and
coordination:
Demonstrate knowledge of the basic design and types of multi-paragraph essays;
Classroom Rules:
Be on time for class. If the door is closed, you need to seek an admit from the D building
office. 2 tardies= S in conduct and phone call home. 3 tardies= N in conduct, referral to
the office and another phone call home.
Be prepared for class. Have the supplies needed for class every day.
Be respectful to your teacher and students in the class. Therefore NO CHECKING, NO
HITTING/FIGHTING, or invading/violating someones personal space.
Stay in your lane! Practice speaking when spoken to.
Be open to learning!! Education is about building a wealth of knowledge.
Things to Practice:
Supplies:
1 spiral notebook (college rule)
Pens (black/blue/red)
Highlighters(5)
Folder w/prongs
Pencils
Pocket dictionary
Pocket Thesaurus*
Composition book
Grading Scale:
Classwork:
Homework:
Tests/Quizzes:
TN Ready Prep/Participation:
Essays:
Projects/Journals:
Quarter Exam:
20%
10%
20%
5%
15%
15%
15%
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