English+9+CP

Ms. Connie Hankee hankeec1@parklandsd.org 610-351-5600 ext 74218 Parkland School District Parkland High School 2700 N. Cedar Crest Blvd. Allentown, PA 18104

Welcome to College Prep English 9

Our study of English, emphasizing guided exploration and learning, encompasses many areas. This year's course will focus on composition, grammar, vocabulary, speech, and literature. To develop an appreciation and understanding of American Literature up to 1900, the course will incorporate various genres (short story, novel, mythology, poetry, drama, and nonfiction). Writing is assessed using the Pennsylvania State domain scoring.

School supplies - One three-ring binder with at least one-inch rings, blue and/or black pens, pencils, erasers, hole punch, and book covers

Grades - Grades will be based on individual class and homework assignments, notebook grades, quiz/test scores and projects, and writing. A grade sheet will be provided to keep an accurate tabulation of grades. There is NEVER extra credit at the end of a marking period because ample evaluations are offered to assess student achievement.

Parkland School District Grading: A 100 - 90 B 89 - 80 C 79 - 70 D 69 - 60 F 59 - 0

Writing - Each paper should contain the correct heading: Name, Date, 9- ___, and Title. Formal essays to be typed (12 pt. Times New Roman or Arial) and double-spaced. For work cited, please use MLA format. www.citationmachine.net No formal writing will be accepted in pencil.

I encourage parents to contact me with any questions or concerns. Parents may use voice mail at (610) 351-5600 ext. 74218, email at hankeec1@parklandsd.org or set up a conference through your child’s counselor.

Classroom Rules - During our first days of class, I will discuss these rules in depth. Students are expected to exercise self-discipline for the safety of others and to foster a learning environment for everyone. All students are expected to follow the Parkland High School Handbook rules.